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Article / Cruise

Cruise Ship Safety: What to Expect in a Muster Drill

The tragedy aboard Costa Concordia has focused the spotlight on the industry's safety and evacuation procedures for cruise passengers. Two experts offer their insider's take on muster…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Navigating the Bewildering New World of Car Rentals

As vehicles become more sophisticated, travelers who rent cars should be able to cover the basics -- such as turning on the ignition -- before leaving the lot.

Article / Air Travel

That's Ridiculous! Oh, Did I Offend You?

Angry readers sound off on recent debates about the types of annoying airline passengers.

Article / Air Travel

Three Nights in Napa Valley, from $683 With Air

Looking for a last-minute Valentine's Day trip? This three-night wine country package with airfare will save you more than $230 when compared to booking each component separately.

Article / Air Travel

10 Ways to Preserve Your Frequent-Flier Miles -- Without Flying or Using an Airline Credit Card

Use these 10 tricks to keep your mileage account active, and you can avoid the heartache of expired frequent-flier miles.

Article / Family & Kids

Traveler's Ski Report: Winter Park Resort, Colorado

Bummed out by the lack of snow at some ski resorts? Find out what's new at Colorado's Winter Park Resort, the lucky recipient of a recent blizzard.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Traveler's Ski Report: Big Sky Resort, Montana

Other than the challenging terrain at Montana's Big Sky Resort, a ski trip at this popular resort means that you're also close to Yellowstone National Park and other great winter…

Article / Air Travel

Travel Troubleshooter: Why Can't I Transit Through London?

A traveler without the necessary visa for a layover is denied boarding. Should the airline have rerouted the passenger instead of turning him away?

Article / Air Travel

Four Nights in the Dominican Republic, from $499 With Air

Save nearly $225 per person by booking this Dominican Republic package, which includes airfare and four nights at an all-inclusive resort.

Article / Air Travel

That's Ridiculous! Revenue-hungry Airlines Play "Chicken" with Passengers

Travelers who are reluctant to pay in advance for better seats or checked luggage can sometimes score last-minute freebies. But most travelers end up losing, thanks to all the extra…

Article / Air Travel

What Google's Little Flight Search Problem Means for Travelers

Does Google's improved Flight Search service hint at a future when the company controls too much?

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Travel Troubleshooter: "Maybe I Should've Taken a Picture of My Rental"

A traveler is shocked when a rental-car agency comes after her with a bill for nearly $500 in damages. How can this traveler prove that she didn't dent the car?

Article / Women

How to Get Married in Hawaii

A simple primer for pulling off a wedding in paradise.

Article / Air Travel

New Rules for Airline Fees: Partial Victory for Travelers?

Here's what to expect when new U.S. Department of Transportation rules on airline pricing go into effect in late January.

Article / Air Travel

That's Ridiculous! Should We Ban Jumbo Air Travelers -- or Junior?

When it comes to deciding which type of traveler is the most annoying airline passenger, would you rather ban obese passengers or screaming babies?

Article / Family & Kids

Traveler's Ski Report: Whitefish Mountain Resort, Montana

Big sky and big slopes draw skiers to Montana's Whitefish Mountain Resort, near Glacier National Park. Check out what's new at Whitefish, and learn why skiers keep coming back.

Article / Arts and Culture

Weekend Escapes from the UK: Easter Fireworks in Florence

Gelato, gardens, and Easter celebrations in the cradle of the Italian Renaissance.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Travel Troubleshooter: The Additional Driver Fee That Won't Get Lost

A traveler is surprised to learn that he'll have to pay extra for his wife to drive the rental car. Should this sneaky fee be refunded?

Article / Air Travel

Six-Night Ireland Vacation, from $899 With Air

Save up to about $200 by booking this six-night Ireland vacation, which includes airfare, a rental car, and even a night in a 17th-century castle.

Article / Family & Kids

Travel Troubleshooter: Where Did This Resort Fee Come From?

A traveler feels duped by a hidden resort fee. Should the hotel have disclosed the fee more prominently?

Article / Air Travel

In-Flight Internet: What to Expect in the Air

Here's what to expect from online access when you're flying the largest domestic U.S. airlines. Hint: Not much.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Are Cashless Toll Roads a Hazard for Car Renters?

Some rental-car agencies charge pricey administrative fees to cover processing small traffic violations. Here's what to look out for.

Article / Air Travel

Three-Night Winter Getaway to Cancun, from $305 With Air

Save up to about $450 if you book this affordable Cancun package, which includes airfare and three nights at a beachfront resort.

Article / Air Travel

A Holiday Surprise From the Travel Industry

In the spirit of the holidays, remember that even the smallest gesture of kindness can improve a fellow traveler's day.

Article / Air Travel

That's Ridiculous! Airline Passengers Go to War Over Bin Space

A traveler's desperate scramble to claim space in the overhead bin can be avoided -- at least if the airline industry implemented one of these three solutions.