Weekly International Travel News Roundup

March has come in like a lion, with storms and natural disasters causing huge problems in the past week.

Keep reading to find out more about recovery efforts following the powerful earthquake in Chile that shifted the Earth’s axis, the freak waves that slammed a cruise ship in the Mediterranean, as well as all the other top stories in the world of travel.

Chile was rocked by a powerful 8.8-magnitude earthquake last weekend. Strong aftershocks continue to rattle the disaster areas as citizens and relief workers sort through the rubble. Click here to find out more about recovery efforts in Chile.

Three massive waves pummeled a cruise ship in the Mediterranean, killing two passengers and injuring several more. In Tragedy Aboard Cruise Ship Hit By Wave, we explore what may have caused the giant waves and how cruise ships are at risk.

Three crew members were killed when a Costa Cruises ship crashed while docking in Egypt. What factors led to the accident? Click here to read more.

March is Deep-Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Awareness month, a condition that is especially hazardous for travelers. Risk factors for the potentially deadly condition include long airplane flights, dehydration and restricted mobility. Click here to learn more about the signs, symptoms and what you can do to reduce your risk for developing DVT.

Want to know how to make your travel pictures from the big city come to life? In our latest featured slideshow, Urban Photography: Shooting in the City, photographer Rick Sammon shares his tips for shooting outdoors in difficult light with examples from his own photos taken in Old Havana, Cuba.

Air traffic controllers at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport are in hot water for allowing a child to give directions to pilots preparing for departure. The FAA has begun an investigation of the incident, but were the air traffic controllers really being irresponsible? Click here to watch Peter’s report for CBS News.

In Peter’s latest blog entry, the Travel Detective reports on Cancun’s recovery, gives his take on which cities have the worst winter weather, and analyzes whether or not Southwest Airlines’ “bags fly free” program is paying off.

Captain Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, the “Miracle on the Hudson” hero, touched down for the last time Wednesday. The 59-year-old pilot is retiring from flying. Click here to find out what Captain Sullenberger has planned for his retirement.

Concerns about swine flu, drug violence and a global recession combined to make 2009 a down year for Mexican tourism. But will Mexico be able to bounce back in 2010? In Mexico Travel & Tourism: Can Travel Deals Get Crowds to Return?, we explore what Mexico is doing to bring travelers back to its beaches.

The U.S. dollar is still getting less than favorable returns overseas, especially in the UK. In Finding Good Travel Deals in Pricey London, England, Donna M. Owens explores how travelers can enjoy everything London has to offer without breaking the bank.

The students may come and go, but the college town will always remain the same. In Spotlight on New Haven, CT: A College Town Vacation, Karen Elowitt explores the intimate culture, recreation and dining opportunities in New Haven, home of Yale University.

In his first story about the rebirth of Rhode Island, David Latt took a closer look at the foods and snacks that make the region so unique. In his second story on the Rhode Island Renaissance, David investigates the chefs who have helped pave the way for Providence’s food resurgence.

Musician Dave Carroll is staying true to his word. When United Airlines broke his $3,500 guitar and refused to compensate him for the damage, Carroll vowed to release three videos so that he could share his experience with the world. The first two videos became instant Internet sensations. Click here to find out where you can watch the third.

Cruises aren’t just about big ships and even bigger buffets. In River Cruises: Educational Travel in China, Russia & Europe, Dara Bramson investigates how education, on both land and sea, enhanced the cruising experience while drifting along the Yangtze River in China.

Peter broadcast his radio show last weekend from the Ritz-Carlton Cancun in Mexico. Cancun has become notorious for being a party destination, but the area has evolved into so much more. Check out Ask the Locals Travel Guide: Cancun, Mexico to find out about some lesser-known hot spots that the locals recommend.

Check out Travel News Roundups from previous weeks here.