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SAN DIEGO, CA -Harmony Lallo, visiting from Franktown, Colo., tries her hand at surfing under mostly sunny skies Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014, in San Diego, as her home state was pummeled with snow. A blast of arctic air is blanketing the country's mid-section this week, while Southern California enjoys ample sunshine. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Top U.S. cities for winter travel

By Ann Wog

$FILE- In this Jan. 13, 2015, file photo, Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim reacts to an official's call during the second half against Wake Forest in an NCAA college basketball game in Syracuse, N.Y. Syracuse University announced Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015, that it has instituted a self-imposed postseason ban for the current men's basketball season as part of its case pending before the NCAA Committee on Infractions. (AP Photo/Kevin Rivoli, File)$

Syracuse plays for the future with self-imposed hoops ban

By JOHN KEKIS - Associated Press

Miami's Sheldon McClellan reacts during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against Duke Tuesday, Jan. 13, 2014 in Durham, N.C. (AP Photo/Ellen Ozier)

Miami dominates after halftime to send No. 4 Duke to second consecutive loss

By Aaron Beard - Associated Press

Virginia players celebrate after Justin Anderson (1) scored against Miami in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Coral Gables, Fla., Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015. Virginia won 89-80 in double overtime. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)

Visiting No. 3 Virginia needs double overtime to top Miami

By Steven Wine - Associated Press

Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush. (Associated Press) ** FILE **

Jeb Bush stepping down from Tenet Healthcare board

By Michael J. Mishak - Associated Press

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James, right, hugs Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade before an NBA basketball game, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Miami Heat hang on to beat Cleveland Cavaliers in LeBron James’ return to Miami

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James warms up before an NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat, Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

James receives mixed reaction in return to Miami

By TIM REYNOLDS - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 30, 2014, file photo, Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James tosses chalk in the air before the start of an NBA basketball game against the New York Knicks in Cleveland. LeBron returns to Miami, when he and the Cleveland Cavaliers play the Heat on Christmas Day. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak, File)

LeBron set for Christmas homecoming against Heat

By TIM REYNOLDS and TOM WITHERS - Associated Press

Cuba's President Raul Castro raises his fist and shout's during the closing of the twice-annual legislative session at the National Assembly in Havana, Cuba, Saturday, Dec. 20, 2014. (Associated Press) ** FILE **

Raul Castro thanks Obama, says Cuba will not abandon communism

By Andrea Rodriguez - Associated Press

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (3) is fouled by Miami Heat forward Chris Andersen (11) in the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Dec. 19, 2014, in Miami. (AP Photo/Joe Skipper)

John Wall, Nene each score 20 points as Wizards pull away from Heat late

By Tim Reynolds - Associated Press

In this Nov. 28, 2011, file photo, a boy jumps into the water at the Malecon in Havana. While President Barack Obama announced Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014, plans to restore diplomatic ties with the Caribbean island nation, it doesn&#8217;t mean globe-trotting American tourists can hop on a plane to Havana anytime soon. It still remains illegal for most U.S. citizens to travel to, and spend money in, Cuba. (AP Photo/Javier Galeano, File)

U.S. travel industry carefully eyeing Cuba tourism

By Scott Mayerowitz - Associated Press

Anti-Castro protester Lazaro Lozano, right, argues with pro-Obama supporter Bryan Medina, left, in the Little Havana area of Miami, Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014. Lozano expressed his disagreement with a surprise move announced by senior Obama administration officials that could pave the way for a major shift in U.S. policy toward the communist island nation, as Medina, who supports the move, looks on. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)

Miami Cubans slam ‘betrayal’ by Obama: ‘He is more communist than others’

By Cheryl K. Chumley - The Washington Times

FILE - In this April 21, 2010 file photo, economist and rice farmer Thomas Wynn pulls a rice plant from the ground to show its shallow root system, making it ideal for growing in the soil found in much of Wharton County in East Bernard, Texas. U.S.-Cuba trade is poised to resume after President Barack Obama on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2014 announced plans to re-establish diplomat relations with Havana, and economic ties are expected to follow. (AP Photo/Austin American-Statesman, Alberto Martinez, File) AUSTIN CHRONICLE OUT, COMMUNITY IMPACT OUT; INTERNET AND TV MUST CREDIT PHOTOGRAPHER AND STATESMAN.COM; MAGS OUT

U.S.-Cuba thaw could benefit farmers, energy and travel firms

By Paul Wiseman - Associated Press

San Francisco Giants' Michael Morse laughs while standing behind the batting cage during the Giants' workout Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014, in San Francisco. The Giants are scheduled to face the Kansas City Royals in the third game of the baseball World Series on Friday. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)

Michael Morse agrees to two-year contract with Marlins

By Steven Wine - Associated Press

This Nov. 3, 2014 photo shows Roudolphe Douceur of Miami Beach waiting for his order at La Sandwicherie, in Miami Beach, Fla., a highlight of South Beach's side streets where travelers will find inexpensive local favorites for food, accommodations and souvenirs. (AP Photo/Jennifer Kay)

Rich fun on a low budget: South Beach side streets

By Jennifer Kay - Associated Press

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, left, celebrates a touchdown by running back Shane Vereen, right, in the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins Sunday, Dec. 14, 2014, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)

Pats clinch AFC East with 41-13 win over Dolphins

By HOWARD ULMAN - Associated Press

In this July 25, 2014, file photo, a black bear is seen at the Maine Willdlife Park in New Gloucester, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty, File)

3 dead, 8 injured after vehicle hits, kills bear

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In this released by banksy.co.uk on Thursday, Oct. 2, 2014, shows a mural by graffiti artist Bansky in Clacton-on-Sea England taken earlier this week. (AP Photo/banksy.co.uk)

Graffiti artist Banksy’s work part of Art Basel

By Kelli Kennedy - Associated Press

Washington Wizards guard John Wall (2) drives with the ball against Miami Heat guard Norris Cole (30) in the second half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Dec. 1, 2014, in Washington. The Wizards won 107-86. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Wall leads Wizards over Heat 107-86

By Howard Fendrich - Associated Press

FILE - In this Nov. 30, 2013, file photo, Virginia Tech linebacker Tariq Edwards (24) holds the Commonwealth Cup as he and his teammates celebrate their 16-6 win over Virginia after an NCAA college football game in Charlottesville, Va. Virginia Tech isn't accustomed to this. The Hokies go into their annual game against Virginia needing to win to make a bowl game, and facing a team with the same intentions. (AP Photo/Steve Helber, File)

Virginia, Virginia Tech meet with bowl eligibility on line

By Hank Kurz Jr. - Associated Press