This week in travel news: the original ‘motor hotel’ sits abandoned, the world’s best airports are ranked, and how to move ...

Hotels and guesthouses have existed for centuries. But the motel was born in 1925 when an architect named Arthur Heineman came up with the idea for a “motor hotel,” shortened to “motel.” ...

(CNN) — This week in travel news: the original “motor hotel” sits abandoned, the world’s busiest airports are ranked, and how to move abroad without messing it up. Hotels and guesthouses ...

The existing motel, damaged by coastal storms, is considered flood-prone and an "eyesore." The new three-story building will include 25 parking spaces and address stormwater management concerns.