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You can find anything and everything you need to know about the world of travel in this week’s international travel news roundup.

Keep reading to find out what’s been happening in the world of travel this week …

We’ve launched our inaugural photo gallery, featuring the works of celebrated travel and outdoor photographers. Click here to see our featured slideshow, The Colors of Fall, Brandon Remler’s collection of the gorgeous autumn foliage in rural New York.

And stay tuned for even more spectacular photographs from around the world…

Iberia and British Airways have agreed to a preliminary merger proposal that would create one of the world’s largest airline groups. After more than a year of merger talks, the two struggling carriers hope pooling their resources will help them survive a turbulent time for air travel. In Iberia-British Airways Merger Raises Competition Concerns, we explore what kind of effect the proposed $7 billion merger might have on passengers.

A United Airlines pilot accused of being over the legal blood-alcohol limit was pulled off a flight, raising questions about how alcohol intake can affect pilots. In United Pilot Fails Breathalyzer Test: Are Drunk Pilots A Serious Problem?, we take a look at United’s and FAA’s policies on drinking before flights.

With all the Scrooge-like nickel and diming that travelers have to endure, it’s heartening when a few freebies are thrown our way. Read on to find out whether Google’s new move to appease air travelers is enough to lift our holiday spirits.

Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, will sail into Fort Lauderdale on Friday. Click here to watch the video on The Early Show for a sneak peak at this floating village. And for more pictures of the Oasis of the Seas, check out Peter’s Facebook Fan Page.

The three American hikers who have been detained in Iran since July may now face charges of espionage. It is still unclear at this point whether charges have been formally filed, but as talks over a recent nuclear proposal have stalled, is Iran planning on using the hikers as a bargaining chip? Click here to find out why Mahmoud Ahmadinejad may be holding these hikers.

Do strict airport security rules apply to everyone equally … even celebrities? What about dress codes on airplanes? Is it fair to lose your seat because of the way you dress? In First-Class Dress Codes & Security Rules for Celebrities, we explore how the rules of flight - or lack thereof - are sometimes inconsistently enforced.

During a San Francisco layover, Peter stopped by the studio of The View From the Bay, to talk with his old Good Morning America colleague Spencer Christian and co-host Janelle Wang about the fast-approaching holiday travel season. Click here to find out how you can avoid budget-busting fees and get advice on travel tips that make your travels easier.

Considering the important figures walking around Washington, DC, you never know when you might bump into a famous(ish) politician or media correspondent. In Three Days, Nine Meals (or More): Power Dining in Washington, DC, Courtney Crowder highlights some delicious local restaurants where you can power dine with DC’s finest.

One big fear among travelers is having their passport lost or stolen. But if you’re prepared and know what to do, you can get a new passport relatively quickly. Watch this video to find out how.

You heard it here first … Suzy Gershman’s moving to Napa! Click here to read part one of her “Bottle Blog” adventures, from the Napa Wine Train to the renowned farmers market just outside of her temporary home at the Westin Verasa.

Want to know the most buzzed about restaurant off the Strip in Las Vegas? How about where to find bargain-basement designer clothes in Washington, DC? In his latest slideshow on Bing Travel, Peter rounds up some of the top experiences around the world that he discovered by going straight to the locals

This past weekend, Peter chatted with USA Today travel reporter Laura Bly about the 20th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. In Revisiting the Berlin Wall, 20 Years Later, Peter and Laura share their personal experiences in Berlin 20 years ago, how much the city has evolved, and what elements haven’t changed over the years.

In Luxury & Budget Hiking Adventures in Italy’s Dolomites, seasoned adventure traveler Jordan Whitley explores the “Pale Mountains” roughly 100 miles north of Venice and shares her tips on places to stay, food to try, and expert advice on outdoor adventure.

In her postcard from San Francisco, world traveler and fashionista Suzy Gershman shares her wine tasting and hotel secrets in a quickie visit to the city by the Bay.

Check out Travel News Roundups from previous weeks here.