2009 was not a good year for many tour operators in Europe. Hotels and airlines on the continent were forced to dramatically cut costs in order to lure customers, and ultimately, in order to …

Visiting a major city can be an expensive proposition. To beat the prices of taxis, museum admission fees and $30 breakfasts, people often take to the streets (or the bus or subway). Walking …

Despite the fact that its origins can be traced back to the British Isles, Halloween is known as a primarily American holiday. Religious holidays, such as All Saints Day and All Souls Day, occur …

Destinations in Europe have not fared as poorly as some places in the US during the tourism industry’s two-year doldrums. Tourists have continued to visit popular continental cities like Paris and Rome. However, …