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Considering all the top lists of travel destinations for the year, Marv selects his list of the Top 10 Best Travel Destinations in 2013.

It takes about a few hours to travel across the U.S. these days, but it wasn’t always that fast or easy. Thanks to the exhaustive efforts of a handful of brilliant individuals, the miracle of human flight became a reality, paving the way for all sorts of advancements in trade, travel, and science. Let’s take a look at just a few amazing moments from flying history.

The FAA and FCC are reassessing which electronic devices can be used on flights - but cell phone use won't be something we see in the near future.

Marv's Tips for Traveling on a Budget!

The new, compact Garmin GLO is the first wireless receiver that uses both familiar GPS signals, and the GLONASS constellation fo satellites operated by the Russians.

Choosing the right headset is one of the most important decisions you make when it comes to equipping yourself for flight. A comfortable, quality headset is an important purchase. Here Marv lists the basic questions you should focus on to determine which headset is right for you.

Long layover? Thanks to new nap technology, you can relax and rest in the comfort of your nearest terminal.

The world's first flying car, The Terrafugia Transition, has just completed the first phase of flight testing at the Plattsburgh International Airport in Plattsburgh, N.Y.  How soon will flying cars be common in our streets and skies? 

Garmin has released the latest in portable ADS-B receivers - The Garmin GDL 39 ADS-B.  This new device enables you to receive ADS-B traffic, subscription-free weather, and WAAS GPS navigation on your Garmin aviation portable device or mobile device (iPad and Android).

Ten Celebrities You Didn't Know Were Pilots! James Franco, Gisele Bundchen, and Dr. Phil are just some on Marv's List.

Marv's Top 5 tips for Smooth Traveling! Gathered from frequent flyers, airline pilots and crew, and Marv himself, these tips are sure to make your trip a bit more relaxing.