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6 Bad Car Rental Rules and How to Steer Clear of Them
The price of renting a car can quickly add up once you add in all the extra fees. Here are six simple ways to help keep your rental costs under control.
Ask the Cruise Experts: 600 Ships and Counting
With so many cruise lines to choose from, how can you pick just one? Get some advice from these four cruise experts, who have collectively sailed on more than 600(!) ships.
Travel Troubleshooter: A Canceled Disney Vacation, a Missing Refund
A family emergency forces a group to cancel its Disney World vacation, but the travel insurance company refuses to refund the airline tickets. Will Mickey relent and help out?
Genealogy Tourism: Tracing Your Ancestors in Germany
Many journeys ended on New York's Ellis Island, but do you know where those trips began? You can easily turn a genealogy mission into a vacation by visiting these two emigration…
Park of the Week: Harry S Truman National Historic Site
The former president is no longer around to greet guests with a handshake as he once did, but his former home is still in Missouri, and you can visit when you're next in town.
How to Protect Yourself Against Travel 'Phishing' Scams
Desperate pleas from traveling friends in need are just the latest kind of online scams that can sap your bank accounts and leave you in need. Here's what to look out for.
How to Choose a Lesbian or Gay-Friendly Cruise
You want to cruise, but you want something more than an occasional 'Friends of Dorothy' gathering. Here's how you can be yourself -- solo, with your sweetheart, or your kids.
7 Cruise Policies That Hurt Cruisers
Whether it's asking you to pay extra for fine dining, or dumb laws that prevent you from boarding your vessel, you won't fail to find something absurd about traveling by sea.
How Much Does an Airline Ticket Really Cost?
Once you add the price of a checked bag, a confirmed seat reservation, and a day-old turkey sandwich, you'll pay more than you expected.
Travel Troubleshooter: Full Fare For Two Flat Tires?
Our readers' trip is ruined when their van spends the entire vacation in a repair shop. Now their car rental company wants to charge them for the rental, plus the damage.
Budget Family Getaways for July 4th Weekend
The long July 4th weekend is tailor-made for a quintessential all-American summer getaway, so here's a sampling of some top packages for families this Independence Day weekend.
Ask the Family Travel Expert: Single Parent? Think Passport and Paperwork
What do you need to know about leaving the country with kids if both parents aren't in tow? From forms to notary publics, we tell you what you need.
What You Can Do About New Hotel Fees
Just when you thought airlines were the only ones to charge extra for amenities that used to be free, some hotels are adding fees for everything from fresh towels to TVs. The next time…
Alaska Cruise History Lesson: Who was William H. Seward?
Alaska cruisers are probably already familiar with the Seward port, but who was the man behind the name? Turns out William H. Seward was the man who bought Alaska.
Top 9 Reasons to Cruise
If you're trying to decide between a land-based trip or a cruise, these nine reasons may help tip the balance. From the dining rituals to the Old World charm of some ships, cruising…
Paris: The Best Books to Read Before You Go
Jumpstart your next Paris vacation with a little extracurricular reading. These books cover everything from fun history trivia to where to find the best restaurants and flea markets.
Travel Troubleshooter: But I Asked Them to Hold My Ticket
A traveler calls an online travel agency to hold a reservation, but the agent on the phone misunderstands and books the ticket anyway. Is this reluctant traveler out of luck?
Unofficial Guide to Maui's Golf Courses
It's impossible to play all of Maui's courses unless you move here and take up golf full-time (which some do). The only alternative is to choose your preferred courses and catch the…
George Washington's Overlooked Birthplace
You may already be familiar with Mount Vernon, but did you know George Washington's actual birthplace is a national monument with its own zip code?
Hudson River Valley: The Best Museums and Historic Sites
The Hudson River Valley is filled with museums and architectural highlights. We round up the best historic sites and things to do in this National Heritage Area between New York City…
9 Tips for Finding a Reliable Vacation Rental
Renting a reliable vacation home isn't easy, so we asked experts to identify the biggest challenges when renting a home. Here's what they said.
Are the TSA's 3-1-1 Liquid Rules Still Enforced?
The Transportation Security Administration's unpopular restrictions on liquids, gels and aerosols in carry-on luggage -- better known as the 3-1-1 rule -- are history. Well, probably.
How to Travel With Pets: Why Leaving them at Home May Be Better
If you're thinking of flying with your pet, I have one word of advice: Don't. Traveling by plane with pets is not only expensive, it's fraught with danger for your dog or cat.
7 Places to Eat in San Sebastian, Spain
Don't expect to find your typical tapas in San Sebastian. Here are seven restaurants that are adding innovative twists to seafood and Basque cuisine.
Free Summer Concerts In and Around New York City
Music lovers on a budget may have a hard time deciding between all of these summer music concerts. Luckily, all the performances are free, plus we share some tips on how to score the…