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Fly Safe, Fly Smart: Checkpoint Checkout
TSA checkpoint staff aren't your friends, but they aren't your enemies either, and life goes more smoothly if you make things easy for them.
Cruise Lines and the Environment: The Industry's Take
Nobody in their right mind would say that cruise ships are good for the environment. But there is more to the story: Cruise lines are experimenting with environmental technologies and…
When Travel Companies Sue Their Customers
When travel operators get desperate, they sometimes look to their customers for someone to blame. You can help yourself avoid legal trouble by taking precautions when you travel.
Travel Troubleshooter: A Canceled Room, But No Refund
After a death in the family, our reader tries to cancel his pre-paid reservation at a Days Inn, but the rate is totally nonrefundable. Appeals to Days Inn are useless. Is he going to…
Virginia Is For Families, Too! 2 Ways to Save on a Winter Getaway with Kids
Old Dominion is a great place for families to grab some affordable fun this winter, thanks to money-saving travel deals designed with parents in mind.
7 Great Reasons to Take Your Kids to Paris this Spring
Spring 2010 is an especially good time to bring your kids to Paris, with an array of interesting child-related exhibitions and family-friendly accommodation packages. The following is…
Classic and Commercial English Castles at Kenilworth and Warwick
Whether you studied English literature or did not, it's a thrill to visit the real castles which featured in 19th-century novels -- if only to see how the 21st century has made them…
Brush Up Your Shakespeare in Stratford-Upon-Avon
Visitors to Shakespeare Country come for the birthplace of The Bard and for attractions ranging from Kenilworth Castle to the Cotswolds. But the first stop should always be…
10 Questions Most Frequently Asked By Travelers
With governments imposing new security rules, airlines teetering on the brink of bankruptcy and many hotels facing foreclosure, travelers often have more questions than answers. Here…
Should Airlines Honor Fares That Are Obvious Mistakes?
In an age when airfares drop as low as $1 on some routes, how can you tell the difference between a real deal and a fat finger mistake? And how should the airlines make things right?
Beatlemania and Green Living in Hamburg, Germany
Germany's second largest city doesn't get the credit it deserves. Here's a introduction to this green city and its Beatles legacy.
Shutterbug: Shoot and See Great Photography In New York City
New York City's skyline may very well be one of the most photographed views in the world, but every street and corner in The Big Apple is ripe for the taking, and here's how.
Travel Troubleshooter: An Australia Tour That Wasn't Meant to Be
First our reader's flight is canceled. Then she misses another flight after her bus breaks down. Finally, she cancels her Australia tour. And then the tour operator refuses her request…
The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World for Couples
So many couples marry or honeymoon at Walt Disney World that a department was created to tend to their needs. Here's how to get the most out of your stay and special event.
What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Montreal and Quebec City
One thing the province of Québec does exceptionally well is come up with citywide programs that foster community spirit, and 2010 has plenty of events ahead.
7 Places to Eat: New American to Old-School BBQ in Kansas City
It was never hard to find an excellent steak in Kansas City, but now homegrown chefs are returning from cooking abroad to interpret KC's heart-of-the-country honesty in refreshing new…
Exploring the Castle Gardens & Puddings of England's England
You'll find a lot to admire in the and other parts of the nation that some call the heart of England, and which local public relations people try to pass off as 'England's England.'
Flight Check: Toronto to Tel Aviv on EL AL
Since the thwarted airline attack on Christmas Day, many travelers have been asking why U.S. airlines can't have security like Israel's national carrier, EL AL. I'm one of them,…
Find a Cheaper Car Rental Rate Away From the Airport
You can save over half off the price on your next car rental if you skip the airport agencies, but this won't always lower your total cost. Here's why.
Fly Safe, Fly Smart: How To Dodge The Lines at Top U.S. Airports
According to the Transportation Security Administration, lines at security checkpoints aren't a problem any more. For those of us who've experienced otherwise, here are a few ways to…
Last Chance for a Unique Peru Experience With Rutahsa Adventures
Would you like to go where no travel packager has gone before -- and likely won't again? Rutahsa Adventures' June departure may very well its last.
Small Lines Make Mouths Water at Gourmet Beach Parties
Small boutique ships carry so few passengers that they can drop anchor off a deserted beach, pack their hampers, and bring everyone ashore for a picnic. Here are some of the best
Why You May Be Better off With a Cash Back Credit Card Than a Frequent Flyer One
The bonus miles you can earn with an airline miles credit card can be tempting, but once you've collected the come on bonus, take a second look.
Travel Troubleshooter: A Canceled Flight and a Missing Refund
Our reader's flight is canceled, but Expedia is dragging its feet on a refund. The reason? The airlines involved haven't sent the money to the agency yet. Why should our reader wait?
North American Ski Report: Seasonal Specials and Anniversary Celebrations
Mountains are meeting the challenges of the economy with reduced prices, special packages, and sweeteners to make your skiing escape cost less.