Travel in 2011

Violence has increased, but some areas are relatively safe and airlines are adding flights.

A Disney ship with a roller coaster, the introduction of megaships and river cruisers, and special-occasion voyages will help define the year.

The new year is a good time to head to the Basilicata region of Italy; Dresden, Germany; and Albi, France.

With more people traveling again, expect the costs of flights, cruises and hotel rooms to go up. But deals do still exist, experts say — you just have to dig for them. Here’s a look at 2011.

It’s the best of both worlds — travel the U.S. and catch your favorite team on the road.

First, there’s the wedding of Will and Kate next year, then Queen Elizabeth II’s diamond jubilee and the 2012 Summer Games. Blimey, could it get any better?

Vacation ideas and itineraries from Los Angeles Times Travel readers.

Ship, which sails in January, will feature theme-park whimsy.

International and business travelers are leading the better-than-expected rise in travel to California and upcoming high-profile events may help Southern California stay in tourists’ sights.

It may be the last year for bargains as the recession winds down, but gas prices may inch higher.

A surge of tourism increases access not just to well-known sites such as Angkor but also temples in regions once off-limits due to skirmishes.

There are indications on the Strip — such as tickets for the singer’s Encore shows jumping nearly twofold to $250 — that the lean times are over for the hotel and gaming trades.

New roller coasters and more in Florida, California.

The area is recovering nicely, despite challenges, say tourism officials, who report the water is safe and the beaches are beautiful.