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Friday, October 30th, 2009 Halloween in Vegas on a Budget Halloween weekend is a great time for budget travelers to head out west to the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas, Nevada, a nonstop party destination with a number of free and low-cost activities. Whether you're in the mood for a haunted house experience, scary thrill rides, or want to go trick-or-treating with the kids, here are some...Read More

Monday, October 26th, 2009 Halloween in Salem is More Than Just Witches Salem, Massachusetts is known for the witch trials that took place hundreds of years ago but still captivate the imaginations of visitors. It is no surprise then, that Halloween, the spookiest time of year, is a big deal in Salem...Read More

Friday, October 23rd, 2009 Hurtigruten Unveils Six Winter Themed Cruise Packages Travelers interested in breaking away for the winter holidays on a cruise vacation can take a multi-day voyage to Norway with one of the Hurtigruten 'Layaway Getaway' packages. Hurtigruten has unveiled six unique cruise itineraries and packages for travelers that want to sail along the stunning 1,250-mile west coast of Norway, explore the...Read More

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009 Transportation Department to Monitor Airlines' Lost Baggage Policies Most major airlines in the United States help customers retrieve their lost baggage by providing reimbursement for the lost materials or providing replacements when a bag is delayed. However, many impose arbitrary limits on the amount that can be reimbursed, which means...Read More

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009 Unbundled Fares Worst Choice for Budget Travelers Airlines are still struggling to increase revenues in the unstable economy, and travelers are cashing in on deals on cheap tickets and affordable travel packages available online and through their travel agent. However, a recent report shows that buying airline tickets outside of a package can...Read More

Monday, October 19th, 2009 United Airlines Unveils Flat-Fee Baggage Plan Almost all airlines have increased baggage fees for domestic and international passengers to increase revenues per flight, but United Airlines is taking a fresh approach with its introduction of a flat-fee plan...Read More

Friday, October 16th, 2009 Cruise Operators Roll Out ‘Microcruises’ for Time-Pressed Travelers A typical cruise vacation that would last for several days or weeks is giving way to a new lineup of itineraries known as ‘microcruises’ designed specifically for the time-pressed traveler. Cruise vacations that would last for a week, ten days or even half the month may be too long for many travelers who...Read More

Thursday, October 15th, 2009 Delta Merges Frequent Flier Program with Northwest After the first round of merger activities for Delta and Northwest airlines, both airlines have taken the necessary steps to integrate their frequent flier programs. The combined program now has a total of 70 million members, and gives...Read More

Wednesday, October 14th, 2009 European Cockpit Association Wants to Lower Flight Times According to a recent story in Fox News, the European Cockpit Association wants to lower flight times for its airline pilots to avoid fatigue and lower the risk of accidents. Pilots and cabin crews typically have long day and night time duty hours, and these can be as long as 11 to 12 hours...Read More

Tuesday, October 13th, 2009 Hawaii’s Tourism Industry Years Away from Recovery The recession has left many countries that once relied on their tourist industry in a state of economic turmoil, and for some regions, the rebound may take several years. According to economists at the University of Hawaii, the islands will not recover from the recession until...Read More

Monday, October 12th, 2009 Hotel Rates Expected to Fall through 2010 The American Express Business Travel 2010 organization has reported that hotel rates are expected to decline by as much as 3 to 6 percent through 2010 in the United States. The report is based on sources from...Read More

Friday, October 9th, 2009 Complaints Against Airlines Drop During Economic Slump While the economic slump continues to take its toll on the airlines, it may prevent some benefits to the average business or leisure traveler. In addition to catching some reduced fares and cheap flight packages through the major airlines, travelers are enjoying...Read More

Thursday, October 8th, 2009 Holiday Travelers Required to Pay Additional $10 Holiday Surcharge Travelers planning to book tickets around Thanksgiving and New Year’s will be required to pay an extra $10 in surcharges as a holiday fee. Both American Airlines and United Airlines will be adding a $10 fee to tickets booked for travel on November 29 (Thanksgiving weekend), and on January 2 and 3 after New Year’s revelries subside...Read More

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009 Marriott International Plans to Sell Part of Fractional Ownership Inventory Marriott International, Incorporated has stated that it plans to cut back on prices and slow down development of its luxury timeshare division because of a significant reduction in demand. The company is planning to sell off a portion of its...Read More

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009 Royal Caribbean Unveils Best Price Guarantee Program Travelers booking their cruise vacation with Royal Caribbean can be sure they’ve gotten the best deal thanks to the cruise line’s latest Best Price Guarantee program. Royal Caribbean International states that they want...Read More

Monday, October 5th, 2009 Virgin Blue Capitalizing on Reduced Demand with Bargain Priced Fares Virgin Blue is attempting to capitalize on the global downturn in demand for flights by rolling out bargain-priced fares on up to 50 of its new 737s. The company operates 65 aircrafts that includes 50 planes and 15 jets. The airlines’ CEO Brett Godfrey recently told ATWOnline that...Read More

Friday, October 2nd, 2009 Airline Losses Expected to Reach $11 Billion in 2009 The International Air Transport Association had predicted a loss of $9 billion for airlines across the globe in the summer of 2009, but recent statistics show that the actual loss may reach as much as $11 billion for the year. Airlines around the world are still...Read More

Thursday, October 1st, 2009 Airlines Reducing Service to Post-September 11 Levels The weeks and months after the September 11 terror attacks in 2001 served as a ‘mini recession’ for many major airlines who were weakened by the decline in demand for domestic and international travel. It took some airlines several months and years to recover from the sharp drop...Read More

Wednesday, September 30th, 2009 Disney Cruise Line to Offer Alaskan Cruise on Disney Wonder For the first time in history, Disney Cruise Line will be offering Alaskan cruises on board its Disney Wonder cruises ship in the summer of 2011. The trip to Alaska will depart from the port in Vancouver, B.C. and will call on ports in Ketchikan, Skagway and Juneau...Read More

Tuesday, September 29th, 2009 Spirit Airlines Fined for Breaking Consumer Rules Spirit Airlines has been fined a sum of $375,000 by the U.S. Transportation Department for breaking several consumer rules. The company has not admitted or denied its wrongdoing, and will be required to comply with a follow-up investigation...Read More

Monday, September 28th, 2009 Study Says Business Travel May Help Airlines Recover from Economic Slump Researchers at Oxford Economics, a global research firm, suggest that increases in business travel may help the airlines and the U.S. economy recover from the recent economic slump. The company points out that cutting back on business travel may help companies reduce expenses in the short-run, but...Read More

Friday, September 25th, 2009 Airlines Report Fall Travel Expected to Be Slow While some analysts are expecting a steady increase in travel as holiday season approaches and as more people start to get ahead of the economic downturn of the past few months, the major U.S. airlines are continuing to report declining traffic and decreased demand in corporate travel. Analysts are reporting that September may be particularly...Read More

Thursday, September 24th, 2009 Congress Gears Up to Pass Passengers’ Bill of Rights this Fall Lawmakers are working on a new bill that may provide for a better travel experience for passengers. According to a recent report by the Kiplinger Business Resource Center, Congress will likely be passing a passengers’ bill of rights this fall to ensure...Read More

Wednesday, September 23rd, 2009 Luxury Hotels Consider Losing Stars to Stimulate Business While budget-conscious travelers book up great deals and packages on luxury hotel stays during these tough economic times, some analysts are pointing to a new trend that may be keeping luxury hotels afloat – giving up their stars. According to a recent report in Bloomberg, luxury hoteliers such as...Read More

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009 Royal Caribbean Announces Oasis of the Seas Shopping Experience Royal Caribbean has announced the debut of its exclusive Oasis of the Seas open-air shopping complex that will be available to all passengers by December 2009. The 10,000 square foot shopping plaza will features a variety of retail venues including 13 stores, duty-free shopping and teen-friendly boutiques. This will be...Read More

Monday, September 21st, 2009 World Cup Fans Start Planning for South Africa Travel in 2010 Travel agents around the world are noticing a steady increase in demand for trips to South Africa for the summer of 2010 after the English football team qualified for the World Cup. According to BreakingTravelNews.com, over 100,000 fans of English football are expected to travel to South Africa to watch the championship games, and...Read More

Friday, September 18th, 2009 Celebrity Cruise Lines Offers Flexible Dining Program Celebrity Cruises has unveiled a flexible dining program so that guests can choose when they dine on a daily basis, instead of adhering to a set meal plan. The Celebrity Select Dining program gives guests a chance to make their daily dining reservations when they book their cruise, but can head to their designated dining room any time they want. Cruise travelers can still enjoy the same service as the traditional seating arrangement, and...Read More

Thursday, September 17th, 2009 Disney Dream Ship Added to Disney Cruise Line Fleet The Disney Dream ship recently underwent its keel laying ceremony after several years of design work was completed. The ceremony included the placing of the golden coin under the keel to symbolize good fortune, and Captain Tom Forberg, the first crew member hired for the Disney Cruise Line, was called upon to do the honors...Read More

Wednesday, September 16th, 2009 Frontier Airlines Increases Baggage Fees As of Friday, September 4, 2009, Frontier Airlines has joined the slew of domestic carriers who are raising baggage fees for checked baggage. Travelers traveling with Frontier Airlines will need to pay $20 for their first checked bag and $30 for their second checked bag going forward, an increase of $5 per bag...Read More

Tuesday, September 15th, 2009 Priceline.com Reports Steady Demand in Leisure Travel Despite the economic downturn, online booking site such as Priceline.com are reporting a steady increase in demand for leisure travel packages. According to a recent report in Fox Business News, shares of Priceline.com climbed 13% and hit an all-time high for the year on Monday, reporting an increase of...Read More

Monday, September 14th, 2009 South Beach Hotel Developer Faces $67 Million Lawsuit Edgardo Defortuna, president of Fortune International, has been named in a $67 million foreclosure lawsuit against the former Seville Hotel South Beach which had previously become part of the company’s redevelopment projects. The company owns several condo/hotel properties throughout Miami, and was...Read More

Friday, September 11th, 2009 American Airlines Adds More Wi-Fi Enabled Flights Internet service is among the most sought-after travel perks for budget-conscious travelers looking for ways to maximize their airline experience, and most airlines offer the service at an affordable rate. American Airlines has been at the forefront of Wi-Fi enabled planes, and has recently...Read More

Thursday, September 10th, 2009 Labor Day Travel Drops Over 13% for 2009 As more Americans scale back their luxury expenses for the year, many are forgoing traditional Labor Day traveling and staying home to save money. According to a recent survey by the AAA Auto and Travel Group, travel rates are expected to drop 13.3 percent over Labor Day week and weekend as compared to the same time a year ago. This sharp decline comes as a surprise to many...Read More

Wednesday, September 9th, 2009 Southwest Airlines Under Investigation by FAA for Using Unapproved Parts The Federal Aviation Administration is currently investigating the maintenance operations of Southwest Airlines because they have reason to believe that the airline has been using unapproved parts to repair some of its fleet. According to recent reports, Southwest Airlines had to ground 46 planes for several hours...Read More

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009 Tampa and Orlando Hotels Report Occupancy Increase at End of August The late summer travel trends are still looking bleak for airlines, hotels and resorts, but a handful of cities are reporting promising occupancy rates at their major hotels. According to a recent report from Smith Travel Research, an independent research company that serves the U.S. lodging industry, industry-wide occupancy rates...Read More

Monday, September 7th, 2009 US Airways Increases Checked Baggage Fees Even though the economy seems to be improving in small increments, the airline industry is still showing slow signs of recovery and turning to as many revenue streams as possible to counteract the reduced demand for travel. US Airways is taking action by...Read More

Thursday, September 3rd, 2009 Visiting the Shrinking Dead Sea Visiting the Dead Sea has always been an amazing experience for most tourists. It is home to some of the most famous biblical sites and is also the lowest point on the earth at around 1,312 feet below sea level. It is also becoming one of the most dangerous places for unsuspecting tourists or even those knowledgeable visitors that are just not...Read More

Wednesday, September 2nd, 2009 Best Spots for Ice Cream While some of the country has undergone heat wave after heat wave--Los Angeles is melting as we speak--we thought it would be helpful for you to know the nation's best places to get ice cream. Travel and Leisure has searched the country...Read More

Tuesday, September 1st, 2009 Stretch Your Budget in Countries Where the Dollar has Grown Everyone is looking for a bargain; the great thing is that most top travel destinations are looking for customers to visit, vacation and spend. Forbes.com recently put together a list of some of the countries most affordable for travelers. Combining affordability because...Read More

Monday, August 31st, 2009 Cheap Beach Vacations Found in Central America Central America is not the first place that most people think about when it comes to a great beach vacation. The East Coast of the United States and especially Florida is usually top of the list. Mexico is also a hot spot for beach goers. The Central American countries not only offer great beaches but also...Read More

Friday, August 28th, 2009 Video Conferencing Offers Companies Alternative to Business Travel In light of a waning economy and more businesses on tighter budgets, cutting out business travel expenses for the year has become a popular trend amongst companies of all sizes. Many companies are turning to video conferencing in an effort to save on the cost of travel and keep up with priority operations through the end of the year...Read More

Thursday, August 27th, 2009 Hotel Real Estate Investments on the Rise During Slumping Economy Even though most people are postponing travel plans and luxury vacations until the economic climate improves, there is one segment of the hotel and travel industry that is able to turn a healthy profit. The hotel real estate investment industry is experiencing a significant boom as prices on properties and condos continue to dwindle at a record pace...Read More

Wednesday, August 26th, 2009 InterContinental Hotels Reports 2-Year Recovery Forecast InterContinental Hotels, the world's largest hotelier, has announced that it will take approximately two years to recover its lost profits from the recent economic slump. The hotelier manages several major franchises and properties throughout the United States, and...Read More

Tuesday, August 25th, 2009 JetBlue Airways Reduces Fees for Passengers Affected by Hurricane Bill As Hurricane Bill makes its way along the eastern seaboard of the United States and into the Caribbean, travelers are being forced to cancel or postpone any trips along the coast and to the islands. However, travelers who had booked a flight with JetBlue Airways last were able to reschedule their flights with ease thanks to a special offer...Read More

Monday, August 24th, 2009 American Airlines Unveils Reduced Fares to New York In an effort to stimulate business and leisure travel during the slowing economy, American Airlines has introduced a new fare sale for flights between New York and Chicago, Miami, Dallas, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Tickets at the reduced rates went on sale on Wednesday, August 19 and the fare sale lasted only two days...Read More

Friday, August 21st, 2009 CDC Updates International Travel Health Guidebook In the light of swine flu outbreaks and ongoing uncertainty about the health risks associated with airline and cruise ship travel, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has released a new edition of the CDC Health Information for International Travel to help U.S. citizens stay safe and healthy when traveling overseas...Read More

Thursday, August 20th, 2009 Competition Gets Fierce Between JetBlue and Southwest Airlines JetBlue and Southwest Airlines are among the most budget-friendly carriers in the U.S. market, and both have become famous for drastic flight reductions, themed promotions and special rate packages for economy class travelers. As the airline industry continues to suffer from the effects of the recession, these two airlines are starting to compete even more fiercely than ever before...Read More

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009 TUI Travel Forecasts Decrease in Travel for 2010 Winter Season TUI Travel, the largest holiday company in Europe may have reported higher-than-average revenue for its third quarter profit report, but the company expects a significant drop in travel for the 2010 winter season. According to a recent update in the Wall Street Journal, TUI's Chief Financial Officer says that he expects the 2009/10 winter season to...Read More

Tuesday, August 18th, 2009 Orlando Hotel Occupancy Dips Almost 6% It may be the vacation capital of the world, but Orlando, Florida is not immune to the state of the economy and the effects of fewer travelers this summer. According to a recent report by Smith Travel Research, hotel occupancy in metro Orlando fell...Read More

Monday, August 17th, 2009 Lonely Planet Reveals Top 10 Beach Holidays for Families Lonely Planet has released a book named "Travel with Children" that serves as a comprehensive guide for planning a family vacation. Since heading to the beach is a tradition of many families around the globe, the book includes a listing of top ten beach holiday destinations that cater to families of all sizes. The winner of the best family-friendly beach is... Read More

Friday, August 14th, 2009 Airlines Collect $566 Million in Baggage Fees, U.S. Transportation Committee Investigates In the wake of the recession and more airlines struggling to keep up with the economic downturn, many have resorted to hiking up baggage fees, introducing new surcharges and adding a few extra dollars to meal plans in hopes of recovering lost revenue. However, this extra stream of revenue may not be enough to help some airlines push through their difficult economic times, especially if the U.S. House Transportation Committee plans to get a cut.... Read More

Thursday, August 13th, 2009 Japan Airlines Reports $1 Billion Loss in First Quarter As a result of the swine flu epidemic and the reduced demand for travel around the globe, Japan Airlines is among several international airlines that is reporting a significant loss for the first quarter of 2009. Japan Airlines Corporation reported a $1 billion loss for the first quarter, a drop of approximately... Read More

Wednesday, August 12th, 2009 Delta Airlines Adds Diamond Status to Frequent Flier Program With fewer passengers booking up airline tickets and collecting airline miles, the country's largest airline operators are trying to find new ways to entice passengers and out-book their competitors. Delta Airlines, the world's biggest airline operator, is attempting to stimulate business and leisure travel by enhancing its... Read More

Tuesday, August 11th, 2009 Corporate Travel Drops 15% from 2008 While the economic downturn may be moving towards an upward trend in the next few months, hoteliers and airlines are still seeing a dramatic drop in demand for corporate travel, reporting significant losses for the first through third quarters of 2009. According to a story in the Los Angeles Times... Read More

Monday, August 10th, 2009 Royal Caribbean Revenue Takes a Dip Cruise ships are suffering from the reduced demand for leisure and luxury travel. Royal Caribbean cruise lines is among the major cruise lines experiencing severe drops in revenue in 2009. The cruise line recently shifted many of its ships out of Alaska in hopes of staying competitive during... Read More

Friday, August 7th, 2009 Roosevelt Hotel Reopens After Katrina's Destruction The Roosevelt Hotel in downtown New Orleans has reopened its doors four years after Hurricane Katrina and is returning to 'business as usual' for the thousands of business and leisure travelers that once made the city a prime travel destination. The renovation cost approximately... Read More

Thursday, August 6th, 2009 Expedia Emerges as Top Online Booking Agency Expedia, Incorporated experienced a surge in stock value on July 30, 2009 beyond analyst estimates. The company reports that although overall sales in travel have fallen since 2008, many consumers are choosing to make their reservations through Expedia.com rather than competitor sites such as... Read More

Wednesday, August 5th, 2009 Delta Airlines Fined $375,000 for Bumping Flights The U.S. Transportation Department recently fined Delta Airlines $375,000 after the airline bumped several travelers' flights, a violation of best practices for the airline industry. Many airlines undertake 'bumping' practices when a flight is oversold or if there is... Read More

Tuesday, August 4th, 2009 Airlines Increasing Bottom Line with Cancellation Fees As the major U.S. airlines continue to struggle during the economic downturn, many have started imposing extra baggage fees and other fees to increase their bottom line. However, the majority are cashing in another way: cancellation fees. In a recent report by the Wall Street Journal, many airlines... Read More

Monday, August 3rd, 2009 United Airlines Passes Credit Card Fees on to Travel Agents Travel agents across the country are up in arms about the recent decision by United Airlines to pass along its credit card processing fees to the middle man. Over 28 travel agencies across the United States will be incurring a cost that equates to up to 3% per airline ticket to cover the cost of... Read More

Friday, July 31st, 2009 U.S. Travel Association Puts the Spotlight on a Do-Not-Travel List The U.S. Travel Association is leading a campaign proposing that some companies are adhering to a "do not travel" list that rules out travel planning at major resort destinations such as Las Vegas, Orlando and other major resort hubs around the United States. The organization claims that... Read More

Thursday, July 30th, 2009 Tour Operators Continue to Lose Market Share The U.S. packaged travel market is not only much smaller than its European counterparts, but is also experiencing a steady decline in the wake of the recession. PhoCusWright Market Research, a consumer research company, reports that online travel agencies in the United States have captured a significant share... Read More

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009 Luxury Hotel Properties Face Foreclosure in Poor Economy The tough economic times haven't only affected employment rates and the housing market. Recent statistics show that many luxury hotel and resort properties are now facing foreclosure because they cannot keep up with... Read More

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009 American Airlines Increases Baggage Fees by $5 American Airlines has announced an increase in checked baggage fees that will apply to all passengers purchasing tickets on or after August 14, 2009. Checked bag fees for the first checked bag will now be $20, and the fee for the second checked bag will be $30. The increase in fees will apply to... Read More

Monday, July 27th, 2009 U.S. Airways Cutting 600 Airport Jobs In the wake of the recession and turbulent economic climate, U.S. Airways is planning to cut 600 ground jobs at some of its major airport hubs. The struggling airline recently announced it will be laying off 340 customer service agents around the country, and will close the Las Vegas U.S. Airways... Read More

Thursday, July 23rd, 2009 Udaipur, India Named Best City Travel + Leisure magazine, a leading consumer travel publication recently announced the results of its 2009 World's Best Awards and has named Udaipur, India as the World's Best City. Udaipur is an ancient city in the region of... Read More

Wednesday, July 22nd, 2009 Occupancy Rates in Big Island Hawaii Reach Record Lows Hawaii was once one of the most-visited travel destinations in the world, but recent statistics show a significant decrease in travel to the major islands in Hawaii, and record lows in occupancy rates at the major hotels and resorts. Smith Travel Research and the Hospitality Advisors of Hawaii have published the results of a survey that takes into account... Read More

Tuesday, July 21st, 2009 Fewer Americans Traveling to Great Britain Americans are not planning trips to England and other European countries with as much fervor as they did before September 11. According to a report by Reuters on July 16, 2009, the Office for National Statistics shows a decrease of... Read More

Monday, July 20th, 2009 Amtrak Unveils Free Guided Tours Program for Train Travelers Amtrak has partnered with the National Park Service to provide narrated, guided tours on some of its popular rail lines. The Trails & Rails program is a joint venture between the two organizations and will be operating on 12 trains across the United States. The program gives travelers the opportunity to learn about cultural landmarks and natural sites... Read More

Thursday, July 16th, 2009 Hotels.com Reveals Top Summer Travel Trends With the recession underway, it's easy to believe that many people will be resorting to a 'staycation' in hopes of saving money on travel expenses. However, a recent survey from Hotels.com reveals otherwise... Read More

Wednesday, July 15th, 2009 NWA Flight Attendants Want to Wear Delta's Signature Red Dress In 2004, Delta Airlines hired Richard Tyler to redesign its employee uniforms from the simple gray style to the current, silhouette-flattering red dress. The signature red dress worn by Delta Airlines flight attendants is available in all women's dress sizes up to 18, but the airline also... Read More

Tuesday, July 14th, 2009 U.S. Transportation Department Releases Airline On-Time Arrival Rates The U.S. Transportation Department conducts several studies to determine the on-time arrival rates for all of the major U.S. airlines, and has recently released results for the May 2009 travel season. According to the latest report, U.S. Airlines had an 80% on-time rate in May 2009, an increase from 79% in May 2008... Read More

Monday, July 13th, 2009 Virgin America Named 'Best Domestic Carrier' By Travel + Leisure Virgin America Airline NewsTravel + Leisure recently announced the results of its World's Best Awards for 2009 and has named Virgin America as the World's Best Domestic Airline for the second consecutive year. None of the United States' legacy carriers made it to the top of this year's awards list. Poll results were based on... Read More

Friday, July 10th, 2009 Step Out on the Ledge of Sears Tower The tallest building in the United States is now taking heights to a whole new level. The Sears Tower is opening up "The Ledge" on the west side of the Skydeck. The enclosures are four feet out from the building and are made up of just one and a half inches of glass. The idea for the new observation areas were sparked by... Read More

Thursday, July 9th, 2009 Standing Up for Your Next Flight Standing room only is about to take on a whole new meaning. At a time when many airline companies are looking for ways to make passengers more comfortable while trying to find creative ways to make a profit, there is at least one company looking to... Read More

Wednesday, July 8th, 2009 Health Concerns for Long Distance Travel Long distance travel can be hazardous to your health. It can increase the chance of blood clots by as a much as three fold. Researchers believe that the increase in risk is proportionate to the length of the trip. Usually the blood clots occur in the legs and then can dislodge and travel up to the lungs which could... Read More

Tuesday, July 7th, 2009 WiFi in the Sky Work and travel may be even easier in the days to come. Working on flights has been difficult in the past because of the lack of internet access. Several domestic airline companies have started offering Wi-Fi access to their passengers and... Read More

Monday, July 6th, 2009 Airline Wars Heat Up Over the Atlantic British Airways recently announced that they are trying to unload their transatlantic budget-business class offspring OpenSkies. OpenSkies is a relatively young off-shoot of BA. The business-class-only service between Europe and the US is struggling in a time when business-class fliers are opting for economy class or... Read More

Thursday, July 2nd, 2009 Ultra Low-Cost Carrier Takes Off When ultra-budget carrier Skybus ceased business last year, hardly anyone noticed. Big name low-cost carriers like Southwest, JetBlue, and AirTran have come to dominate the budget flying game. Other carriers have become "also rans." But a new super-cheap airline is entering the game... Read More

Wednesday, July 1st, 2009 Asia Dominates Airline Awards Just as in past years, airports in East Asia dominated this year's prestigious Skytrax World Airport Awards. The award is based on the opinions of passengers and takes into account the extensive surveying that Skytrax performs every year... Read More

Tuesday, June 30th, 2009 Preakness Bankrupt, Moving From Maryland Trouble in the economy has rolled over into the horse racing community. The 134 year old Preakness Stakes is in jeopardy of being sold and possibly moved out of state. The owners of the racetrack were forced to file for bankruptcy recently... Read More

Monday, June 29th, 2009 Amazing Myrtle Beach Deals Starting at $60 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina wants you to come for a visit this summer. The Landmark Resort is just one of the locations in the region that is offering amazing deals to draw visitors and their vacation dollars to the area... Read More

Friday, June 26th, 2009 Make Your Next Vacation an Amazing Race Competitours is a new travel opportunity that allows you to do the what you see exactly on "The Amazing Race." You get to travel, compete and you even have a chance to win. The travel itinerary is secret and offers... Read More

Thursday, June 25th, 2009 Increased Security Levels in New York & New Jersey Rail System Security levels are going up as the summer travel season kicks into gear. One of the places that is seeing heightened security procedures is the New York/New Jersey rail system. The Port Authority has added new screening systems, part of a pilot program designed to... Read More

Wednesday, June 24th, 2009 Find a Taste of Scotland in North Carolina Grandfather Mountain in North Carolina is always a breathtaking adventure for visitors. Each year the Gathering of Scottish Clans adds a taste of history, culture and heritage to the natural beauty of the region... Read More

Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009 AirTran Changing Economic Trend in Airline Industry Despite all of the obvious troubles there are some companies that are finding ways to survive and even succeed during these times. AirTran is one of those companies that are reporting that 2009 should be one of the best years in its history. The airline company is... Read More

Monday, June 22nd, 2009 Royal Caribbean Cruise for $199 A short and inexpensive cruise is the perfect opportunity to test your sea legs without risking a fortune. Royal Caribbean is offering a 3 Night Bahamas Cruise for only $199 per person on Majesty of the Seas... Read More

Friday, June 19th, 2009 City Stages Biggest Little Music Festival City Stages is a music festival held in Birmingham, Alabama each year in June. This year the event will be held from June 19 to June 21 and will not disappoint. It is one of the leading music festivals in the region and the amount of people in attendance... Read More

Thursday, June 18th, 2009 Avoiding Hidden Travel Fees People everywhere are trying to save a few dollars. Those that are still able to take a vacation are no exception. Travelers are looking for the best deals, the greatest travel discounts and are learning to read the fine print (and between the lines). Discovering unexpected fees, taxes and charges that drive up the cost of a vacation can end up stealing all the joy that vacation brought... Read More

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009 Cowboy Fun in Bowie, Texas The last weeks of June can bring the full range of the Texas experience and the cowboy life. The Jim Bowie Days Festival and Rodeo offers one of the largest amateur rodeos in the state. Day time offers a wide range of family activities including... Read More

Tuesday, June 16th, 2009 $1 Hotel Rooms in New Zealand New Zealand is helping the dollar make a come back. This year Christchurch and Canterbury in New Zealand will be celebrating the winter solstice (June 20, 2009) by offering $1 rooms at select hotels. These amazing deals will be released daily at... Read More

Monday, June 15th, 2009 Make Reservations for the Statue of Liberty Crown People looking for the best view of New York Harbor can finally begin making reservations for that view. The National State Park Service will begin taking reservations for the Statue of Liberty's crown on Saturday, June 13, 2009. The crown has been closed to visitors since the attacks... Read More

Friday, June 12th, 2009 Airline Industry Meeting to Focus on Safety Airlines have been making the news recently and not for good reasons. There have been several highly publicized wrecks and problems associated with the airline industry. The United States Government is looking into different aspects of the airline industry to try and calm the nerves of travelers... Read More

Thursday, June 11th, 2009 Paper Free Travel on Air China Traveling under the best of circumstances can be a hassle. Longer lines at security, more fees from airlines and ever more restrictions just adds to the frustration that many travelers are feeling these days. Air China is working to ease the discomfort of travel... Read More

Wednesday, June 10th, 2009 Tourism Numbers Down in Canada It seems that Mexico is not the only neighbor of the United States that is suffering from tourism troubles. Travel to the north - Canada - has also been down. More Americans are choosing Canada for travel but it has not been enough to push the sagging tourism industry above the historic lows that it now faces... Read More

Tuesday, June 9th, 2009 Alternative Fuels Mean Huge Financial Benefits for All The more green travel options then the better prices that can be offered to air travelers. That's the theory and some airlines are following the path by looking at using biodiesel fuels to cut back on costs... Read More

Monday, June 8th, 2009 San Antonio Comes Alive With the Texas Folklife Festival Come celebrate culture in San Antonio, Texas. The Institute of Texan Cultures is host to an annual even that showcases the different cultures that fill the Lone Star State. This year the event is held from June 12 to June 14 and will include more than 40 different cultural groups... Read More

Friday, June 5th, 2009 How to Take Advantage of a Renters' Market The troubles on Wall Street have spilled over to the beach front and even the snowbirds are canceling trips to the shores. Rental owners are now willing to deal. There is one catch... Read More

Thursday, June 4th, 2009 Mexico Tourism Still Struggling Much of Mexico's tourism (up to around 80%) comes from north of the border. Tourism has become a critical part of the economy in the country. The trouble has forced many property owners to take desperate measures... Read More

Wednesday, June 3rd, 2009 JetAmerica to Offer $9 Flights Travelers living in the mid-sized cities that have been hurt by cut backs in the airline industry are going to love JetAmerica. This new airline based out of Florida is set to offer nonstop flights from some of those cities starting in July. There will be more flights added in the near future... Read More

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009 40% Discounts in Hawaii Great deals can be had this summer even in those locations that you have always wanted to visit. Out of the way sites are not the only way to stretch your vacation budget. Many top tourist locations are pulling out all the tricks in an effort to boost dwindling tourism. Hawaii is one of those hot spots... Read More

Monday, June 1st, 2009 Chicago Blues Festival - Free Fun for All Not everyone wants to get the Blues on their vacation but if it's the Chicago Blues Festival then you might change your mind. Each year the event is held in Grant Park. This year's festival will be held on June 12, June 13 and June 14... Read More

Thursday, May 278th, 2009 Visit the Emerald Isle Ireland is an amazing vacation destination packed with scenic views, and interesting culture and plenty of history. Now you are able to see it all for the amazing price starting at just $699. CIE Tours has put together a self-drive package tour of Ireland that includes... Read More

Wednesday, May 27th 2009 Taking Twitter on Vacation Twitter is taking over the world. It was the first to broadcast the plane crash in the Hudson River a few months back. Even Oprah has learned how to tweet. Now people are taking Twitter with them on vacation and it's getting a little... Read More

Tuesday, May 26th, 2009 State Parks Cutting Back on Services State parks and National parks have long been a great way to stretch a vacation budget. These are parcels of land, protected by the government and supported by taxpayer dollars. Unfortunately for vacationers looking to save a few bucks by staying in the great outdoors, things may not be so budget friendly anymore... Read More

Friday, May 22nd, 2009 Enjoy the Sun and Celebrate Memorial Day at These Local Events Memorial Day weekend signifies a long break from work for most people around the United States. Here are some events happening in a city near you... Read More

Thursday, May 21st, 2009 Cruise to the Bahamas for Under $200 Fun in the sun is closer than you think with Norwegian Sky. The cruise company is hitting back at the falling economy by offering vacationers the rock bottom deal of just $169 for a four night Bahamas cruise. That means that you will pay only $42 per night for this trip from Miami, Florida... Read More

Wednesday, May 20th, 2009 New York Re-opens Statue of Liberty Crown Make your next vacation a "crowing" moment. The Statue of Liberty closed after the terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. Since that time the lower portion of the Statue of Liberty has re-opened, but the crown remained closed. Officials have announced that the 4th of July of this year will mark the re-opening of the crown... Read More

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009 Time Travel in Tennessee Time is running out for your chance to go back in time. The Tennessee Renaissance Festival is in its final few weekends but there is still time for you to come and experience 16th Century England. Skilled Artisans come from all over the country to display there skills and to... Read More

Friday, May 15th, 2009 Allentown, Pennsylvania Showcases Their Talents Mayfair is the annual festival of arts that was first founded in 1986 as a means to celebrate the arts as a community. This year artists from around the region (and even around the world will travel to Allentown, Pennsylvania to showcase their talents. The festival is also an opportunity for the community to show off its parks... Read More

Thursday, May 14th, 2009 Family-Friendly Events in Miami This Spring Miami may be a top Spring Break destination that fills up with college students and other partygoers in April and May, but there are a lot of fun things to see and do if you're traveling to the city with young children... Read More

Wednesday, May 13th, 2009 Get in First Class for Economy Class Prices For most casual travelers, the first class cabin is off-limits. The price gap between economy and premium classes are significant enough to assure that most trips are taken in the (relatively) cramped confines of economy class. Not that that is always a bad thing. The money saved on a cheaper ticket usually outweighs the lack of comfort... Read More

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009 Spring Detox Getaways Now that the winter months are long gone, you may be feeling tired, fatigued and slightly stressed. The change of the season is a great time to undergo a detox and freshen up your body and mind for the warmer months ahead... Read More

Monday, May 11th, 2009 Businesses Cut Back on Air Travel Expenses Airlines have been bracing for fewer business travelers since the town turn in the economy. They are also seeing that the business travel that remains is switching from the higher end travel of business class to economy class... Read More

Friday, May 8th, 2009 Last Minute Cruise Deals you Don't Want to Miss The Swine Flu may have caused some cruise lines to change port calls, cruise lines are offering hard to beat deals that will hopefully keep travelers on board and entice new passengers to book any cabins that have been canceled... Read More

Thursday, May 7th, 2009 Even More Discounts From Airlines Airlines are offering amazing deals for passengers to help pull the industry through the economic down turn. There may be a few conditions to go along with the great prices but they are worth looking into no matter what the catch... Read More

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009 New York City Open for Business New York, New York has been working hard over the last few months to keep tourism alive in the Big Apple. The recent outbreak of swine flu that has traveled from Mexico to several states around the United States (including New York) has made the struggle... Read More

Tuesday, May 5th, 2009 Mexico Returning to Normal Experts are warning people to stay alert, but traveling and tourism is getting back to normal after the Swine Flu scare just a few days back in Mexico... Read More

Monday, May 4th, 2009 How to Protect Yourself from Thieves While Traveling Thieves are quick to spot foreigners or visitors to an area, so you could become an easy target if you don't take some precautions. Whether you're traveling abroad our exploring a new neighborhood in your state, make sure you don't become the victim of theft with these simple tips... Read More

Friday, May 1st, 2009 Dangers and Benefits of Home Swap Vacations The economy is forcing many people to think outside the box when it comes to vacations. Staying close to home is one option that is getting some increased interest but the use of a home swap situation is another great way to reduce the costs of a vacation getaway... Read More

Thursday, April 30th, 2009 Create Memories for Under $1000 The Colonial Williamsburg Resort is offering a summer special for families that is sure to please everyone. A family of four can stay for four nights for around $600. The room includes... Read More

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009 Swine Flu Slowing Travel Swine flu is making travel questionable for many people. Mexico has already taken steps to try and help the people who have been infected with this deadly strain of swine flu. World health officials are warning... Read More

Tuesday, April 28th, 2009 Fun and Adventure Marks the Contraband Days Festival Louisiana doesn't exactly need another reason to have a party, but they have one. Lake Charles, Louisiana celebrates its connections to the sea and to pirates each year with the annual Contraband Days Festival... Read More

Monday, April 27th, 2009 Spring Blossoms in Small Town U.S.A. Spring is a great time to enjoy the small towns around the United States and the many different festivals that help to make them so unique. Spring is also the time to enjoy the blooms and blossoms of the new season. A tulip festival... Read More

Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009 Spring Getaway Packages at Mandarin Oriental, San Francisco It's much easier to enjoy all of the luxuries of the Mandarin Oriental when you book a package, especially if you're planning a weekend getaway and don't have time to plan all the details of your visit. The Mandarin Oriental in San Francisco is one of the largest Mandarin Oriental properties in the country and boasts... Read More

Tuesday, April 21st, 2009 What to Pack for a Spring Cruise If you've set your sights on a cruise vacation this Spring, make the most of your experience by wearing the right type of clothing. Wearing clothes that are out of season and forgetting about black tie events on the cruise ship are some of the most common mistakes... Read More

Monday, April 20th, 2009 Travel to Cuba Eased for Families President Obama has lifted the travel limits for those people visiting family in Cuba. The administration is looking for new ways to help promote freedom in the communist country. At the same time that travel limits were lifted, the restrictions on... Read More

Friday, April 17th, 2009 Train Travel Growing in Popularity The rising costs that are involved with airline travel have made many consider turning back time. Riding the rails was one of the only ways to get to where you wanted to be in a timely fashion for many years. Today it is still one of the top ways to travel around Europe... Read More

Thursday, April 16th, 2009 Thailand Riots Wreaking Havoc on Travel Many countries are issuing warnings to their residents caught in the troubles of Thailand. Some recommended their nationals to stay indoors until the problems calm. Other countries recommended... Read More

Wednesday, April 15th, 2009 Air Travel Customer Service On the Up and Up According to recent new reports the customer service provided by airline companies is up. There are few bags being lost and customers are reporting that flights run smoother with fewer delays and hassles when flying. The reduction in customer complaints is being trumpeted... Read More

Tuesday, April 14th, 2009 Somalia Ranked Most Dangerous Country in the World Recent reports have suggested that Somalia is the most dangerous country in the world for foreign travelers. Most mainstream travelers might not even consider the African nation, but adventure seeking travelers are always looking for the new and the unexpected. The list of most dangerous countries also included... Read More

Monday, April 13th,2009 Creative Consumers Saving Money by Staycationing The economy has many consumers cutting travel out of their budgets completely. Instead of going to another city, state or country for the family vacation, creative consumers are saving money and having a "staycation"... Read More

Friday, April 10th,2009 We've Lost That Loving Feeling Air travel use to be something special. Children were treated like royalty, often getting to meet the captain and receiving special "pilot's wings." Things have changed, but... Read More

Thursday, April 9th,2009 High-speed Train Coming to California Traveling around the globe on the rails of the trains has been an exotic way to see the world. The trains give travelers a chance to see the countryside, sit back and enjoy the trip and relax in comfort... Read More

Wednesday, April 8th,2009 Loyalty Programs on the Rise Tightening economic times have meant that companies have had to become more creative to get the consumer into their camp. Loyalty programs are on the rise in an effort to meet that need... Read More

Tuesday, April 7th,2009 Hotel Trends for 2009 Hotels are taking a different approach to the travel industry in 2009 as a way to cut expenses and increase profitability. Consumer dollars have never been so in demand. The competition for tourism dollars during the economic down turn is steep but most hotels seem up for the challenge... Read More

Monday, April 6th,2009 Alaska is Explosive Experts have been predicting for months that an eruption of Mount Redoubt was inevitable. It has not disappointed. The 10,200 foot volcano first erupted on Sunday night (March 22). It has since erupted an additional five times sending ash into the sky over Alaska that has reached up to 50,000 feet... Read More

Thursday, April 2nd, 2009 No More Lies in Washington "I can not tell a lie." This statement was reportedly made by a young George Washington after he cut down a cherry tree. That act by the first President is long forgotten in the Capital City and today Washington, D.C. is host to the annual Cherry Blossom Festival... Read More

Wednesday, April 1st, 2009 Shrinking Rooms in New York One way to shrink the cost of rising prices in the travel industry is to shrink the size of the rooms available for accommodations. It is a concept that has been embraced in recent years around Europe and now the idea is making its way into the United States... Read More

Tuesday, March 31st, 2009 Inflight Entertainment Systems Causing Worry Entertainment centers for long flights allow passengers to watch movies, television shows, listen to songs and even play games. It keeps passengers of all ages entertained. These entertainment centers may make the flights more enjoyable for passengers but they are causing concerns among engineers and maintenance workers... Read More

Monday, March 30th, 2009 More Tips for Traveling with Children Family travel is coming back in vogue. That means that more children are flying, cruising or hitting the road with their parents. It can be tough keeping... Read More

Thursday, March 26th, 2009 Theme Park Giant on Verge of Bankruptcy The slumping economy seems to be hurting all industries, companies and people. Even theme parks do not seem to be immune from the financial problems facing the country and the world. The theme park giant Six Flags... Read More

Wednesday, March 25th, 2009 Measles Outbreaks Around the Globe In just the last few months, the CDC (Center for Disease Control) has received reports of several measles outbreaks worldwide. There were six reports of imported measles in the month of December, 2008 alone. These reports do not mean its time to stay home... Read More

Tuesday, March 24th, 2009 Violence in Mexico Affecting Travel Violence along the border of the United States and Mexico has given travelers a reason to rethink their plans. The U.S. Department of State has issued a warning for American citizens traveling to Mexico. There has been an increase in... Read More

Monday, March 23th, 2009 Avoiding Sickness on Your Travels There has been another case of Tuberculosis documented for a traveler that recently flew. All of the passengers that sat near the sick passenger are being contacted. It seems that the more things improve - health care, immunizations and such - then the more things stay the same. The threats are still out there. But there are... Read More

Friday, March 20th, 2009 Business in the Front, Amenities on the Rise The airlines may be cutting back on many of the basics for customer service, but all hope is not lost. It seems that some of the business class amenities are growing. American Airlines is just one of the companies that... Read More

Thursday, March 19th, 2009 Upside to Choosing a Smaller City for Your Travel Traveling can be expensive no matter where you are going. These tough economic times are not making things any easier. But there is one step you can take that will decrease your budget... Read More

Wednesday, March 18th, 2009 African Travel Market Growing Just the thought of Africa brings to mind wild animals and open lands for most people. The continent of Africa has so much more to offer. Travelers are beginning to see the beauty of Africa as well as the value of... Read More

Tuesday, March 17th, 2009 Online Travel Booking on the Rise The market for internet booking for travel is expected to see an increase in the next year. Traditional travel planning through a travel agency is beginning to see some decline. The internet is making it easier for people to choose their own travel plans and to set their own prices... Read More

Monday, March 16th, 2009 New Passport Requirements Traveling out of the country by car is about to get a little more complicated. In the past, American citizens traveling by car to Canada and Mexico could return to the United States with a birth certificate. Even children and infants will need to have their own passport... Read More

Friday, March 13th, 2009 Extended Family Vacations on the Rise Times are tough for most people right now. Budgets are getting cut to the bone and one of the first items that tends to get cut is entertainment. Often this means that the family vacation is shelved for the year. Many families are seeing the benefit in traveling with extended family to keep the vacation in the budget... Read More

Thursday, March 12th, 2009 Think Green for Your Next Vacation The travel industry has gotten wind of the hot trend of green (plus the money saving benefits) and has jumped on board. Now you can find a green vacation in just about ever venue that might be of interest... Read More

Tuesday, March 10th, 2009 Vacation in Cuba May be Possible Soon The new administration in the White House promised to ease travel restrictions on Cuba if allowed to take office. The previous administration increased restriction that forced even relatives of Cuban residents to have to wait up to three years... Read More

Monday, March 9th, 2009 Twitter Affecting Travel The internet is changing the world. It has been since it first became part of the mainstream just a few decades back. Now it is changing the way people travel in a surprising manner. People are tweeting about their experiences and the travel... Read More

Friday, March 6th, 2009 Getting a Passport is Easier Today There is one benefit to the slacking economy that new travelers are likely to discover. Getting a passport has become a lot easier. In response to the 9/11 attacks, the government began... Read More

Thursday, March 5th, 2009 LowFares Launches Facebook Photo Contest Here at LowFares.com we are all about saving you time and money on all your travel needs. With that in mind we would like to invite you to participate in our first ever Facebook Fan Photo Contest! We are giving away... Read More

Wednesday, March 4th, 2009 More Airlines Offering WiFi to Passengers Many people worried when phones first started being used on airplanes. That concern only intensified after the attacks using airplanes on 9/11. Now the airline industry is gearing up to make internet access the "in" thing for the flying experience... Read More

Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009 Airlines Offering Refunds for Job Loss It was only recently that one automaker announced a program to allow customers to return purchased vehicles if they lose their job in the future. Now the airlines are getting in on the act. JetBlue has announced a program that will allow travelers to get refunds on tickets that have been purchased if they are laid off... Read More

Monday, March 2nd, 2009 Great Gadgets in Travel for 2009 The economy may be tight, but that doesn't mean your travel experience has to be lacking. There are a number of great gadgets that can make your travel time safer, easier or just a little more fun than it might have been before... Read More

Thursday, February 26th, 2009 Traveling in the Tough Economy The tough economy around the globe is causing everyone to look at each dollar spent carefully. This includes those people that are traveling – now and in the future. Individuals, families are all looking for ways to stretch the travel dollars and that is one of the top trends for the next several months... Read More

Wednesday, February 25th, 2009 Singapore's Cheaper Little Sister Singapore is one of the easiest places in Asia to visit. English is widely spoken and the infrastructure is nearly flawless. It is one of the most western cities in East Asia. The only problem? The prices are more akin to L.A. or New York than to Bangkok or Hanoi... Read More

Tuesday, February 24th, 2009 0 Star Hotel Opens in Switzerland If you will stop at nothing to find the best hotel deal available, I have some great news for you. The world’s first 0 star hotel (self-proclaimed) has recently opened in Switzerland. The Null Stern Hotel... Read More

Monday, February 23rd, 2009 Most Beautiful Places to Travel You’ll find dozens of exotic destinations around the globe that offer a glimpse of natural beauty, but only a few destinations around the world that will truly take your breath away. From the Gold Coast in Australia to the eco-adventures in Chile... Read More

Friday, February 20th, 2009 Family-Friendly Securty Checkpoints Will De-Stress Travel TSA airport security checkpoints are a hassle for everyone. Of course, there is a strong case for the necessity of the thoroughness with which the TSA screens people. But even the most Zen-minded traveler has to... Read More

Thursday, February 19th, 2009 Art District is Beijing's Best Attraction Beijing is mostly known for its historic sites and modern buildings. However, one of the city’s newest and most exciting neighborhoods is neither ancient nor modern at least not in the architectural sense... Read More

Wednesday, February 18th, 2009 Obama Tourism Doesn't Hit Hawaii Hawaii is a tourist Mecca. It is mostly known for its beaches and volcanoes, and perhaps for it coffee. But lately the 50th state has been in the news for another reason: it was the birthplace of president elect Barack Obama... Read More

Tuesday, February 17th, 2009 Gayot Chooses Country's Best Value Hotels The hip and stylish travel gurus at Gayot have come out with their annual “best of” lists. They rank the best hotels in a number of categories. One of those categories is “10 best value hotels in the US.”... Read More

Tuesday, February 10th, 2009 The Island of Martinique is Calling You Martinique is a small island to the north of Trinidad and Tobago. As an overseas department of France it maintains a unique Franco-Caribbean culture. But it is the beautiful beaches, unique water sports... Read More

Monday, February 9th, 2009 Oneworld Alliance Moves into South America South American powerhouse airline LAN will begin domestic service in Ecuador, giving the powerful Oneworld Alliance a strong position in South America. This might seem like a small step for the world’s biggest airline... Read More

Friday, February 6th, 2009 Australia Touism Hits Hard Times The exact reason why international visitors flocked to Australia in the past is the same reason that they are now opting for other destinations. On one hand, Australia is, in many ways, a perfect destination. It has exotic geography but a familiar culture and language; yet ... Read More

Wednesday, February 4th, 2009 Caution While Traveling: Unfriendliest Cities for Foreigners Whether you’re an avid globe trotter or just looking for a new cultural experience, visiting a new city can be an exciting adventure. However, not all destinations may be accommodating... Read More

Monday, February 2nd, 2009 Denver and Vail Offer Deals to Attract More Visitors One would think that the Denver area has it made as a tourist destination. Summer brings opportunities for trekking and outdoor activities and winter brings skiers and snowboarders... Read More

Friday, January 30th, 2009 Switzerland Eases Passport Restrictions Even though it is not a member of the European Union, Switzerland was recently granted “borderless status” by the EU. Its security and immigration procedures meet, and in many ways exceed, the level of security required by EU member states.... Read More

Wednesday, January 28st, 2009 U.S. Still Top Destination For International Travelers The US might be looking outside its borders to revive the stalled tourism industry. The number of international visitors coming into the US has increased over the past few months. 2008 saw an 8% increase... Read More

Tuesday, January 27th, 2009 Visit Guadaloupe Today Guadeloupe is home to a unique culture and plenty of adventure and eco-tourism opportunities. Located just southeast of Puerto Rico, this is a good alternative... Read More

Monday, January 26th, 2009 Japanese Food...In Brazil Brazil is known for samba, soccer and beaches. But what about sushi? The largest South American nation is also home to the largest Japanese population outside of Japan. So it’s unsurprising that some Japanese culture has found... Read More

Friday, January 23rd, 2009 Passengers in Europe Get More Rights From Courts A court in the European Union ruled that airlines must compensate passengers for money lost because of cancelled flights. This does not only include flights on a particular airline, but also.... Read More

Thursday, January 22nd, 2009 Unexpected Weather Hits Southern Europe The winter of 2008/2009 has become the season of unexpected snowfalls. Madrid and...... Read More

Wednesday, January 21st, 2009 Virgin Cuts Premium Class Prices Could Virgin Atlantic’s recent price cuts at the Premium Class level spark a price war on the other side of the Atlantic? The fare cuts are meant to... Read More

Tuesday, January 20th, 2009 Surf's Up in Puerto Rico Porta del Sol is the name for the west coast of the island of Puerto Rico. The town of Rincon has long been popular amongst the world-wide surfing community... Read More

Monday, January 19th, 2009 EU and Canada Make Air Travel Pact While airlines in the US and Australia grapple with strict government regulations on foreign ownership, Canada and the European Union are going ahead with an agreement that... Read More

Friday, January 16th, 2009 Which Airports Offer Direct Flights to the Caribbean? Direct flights are not often the cheapest way to get from point A to point B. But, when it comes to convenience, non-stops are the best choice... Read More

Thursday, January 15th, 2009 Delta Going Head to Head with Quantas and United Delta Airlines recently announced that it would be launching service between Los Angeles LAX and Sydney, Australia. This is a major move for the airline, which recently merged with Northwest to create... Read More

Wednesday, January 14th, 2009 Sochi Getting Ready for 2014 Before it was announced as the host of the 2014 winter Olympics, few people had heard of the Russian resort town of Sochi. It sits between the foothills of the Caucasus Mountains and the Black Sea... Read More

Tuesday, January 13th, 2009 James Bond's Jamaica It is no coincidence that Jamaica is the backdrop for some of James Bond’s escapades. The famous character’s creator, Ian Fleming, who would have reached the age of 100 this year were he still living, spent many winter getaways on... Read More

Monday, January 12th, 2009 In Australia, Air Rage is On the Rise The friendly skies are becoming a bit more unfriendly, especially in Australia. You’ve heard of “road rage,” but now the increasing instances of airline passengers behaving badly... Read More

Friday, January 9th, 2009 Commercial Flights Resume in Iraq After 17 years without a single international commercial flight, Baghdad Airport saw a passenger plane from Europe land and taxi to the terminal. About 150 passengers flew from Denmark to Iraq... Read More

Thursday, January 8th, 2009 Low Cost Carriers Set to Compete With Each Other There has been much made of the fact that low-cost-carriers like Southwest and JetBlue forcing major airlines to offer competitive prices. When Southwest announced fares for its new service between... Read More

Wednesday, January 7th, 2009 This Year to be Slow in Caribbean Caribbean nations have experienced tremendously tough times over the past year. Though the 2008 hurricane season was relatively light in the US, the Caribbean fared much worse. Cuba alone received $10 billion in... Read More

Tuesday, January 6th, 2009 Controversial Full Body Scanners in Use The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has been ramping up efforts to change the way airport security checkpoints are run. Rumors of these changes abound... Read More

Monday, January 5th, 2009 Shanghai Skyscraper Named World's Best Shanghai earned top honors from the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, an international group of architects and engineers. The Shanghai World Financial Center, which is currently the... Read More

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008 US Airports Growing Airport projects take years to complete. That explains why many projects seem to be ill timed. A slowdown in the airline industry means that a lot of improvements recently made to... Read More

Tuesday, December 30th, 2008 Avoid Delays at the Airport Delays are an inevitable part of travel. Anyone who claims to know how to avoid them completely is lying. It is simply not feasible to have a smooth, on-time trip every time you fly... Read More

Monday, December 29th, 2008 Royal Caribbean Expands Cruise ship stalwart Royal Caribbean is seeking to expand its operations in Australia and the South Pacific. The company is already a major name in... Read More

Friday, December 26th, 2008 Cruise Ships Avoids Pirates A cruise ship called The Nautica recently came under attack as it was crossing the Gulf of Aden near the coast of Yemen. This area has seen numerous pirate attacks... Read More

Wednesday, December 24th, 2008 Why You Should Visit Ireland Now Iceland has experienced a significant devaluation of its currency. And, while the country sits on the brink of serious economic troubles, there is one good... Read More

Tuesday, December 23rd, 2008 Ryanair Seeks Ownership of Aer Lingus Ireland’s most successful airline is seeking to take over the Emerald Isle’s most famous carrier. Budget airline Ryanair, known as much the antics of CEO Michael O’Leary as for... Read More

Monday, December 22nd, 2008 Portland to Host 2009 Ecotourism Conference Portland, Oregon will be hosting the 2009 Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference. The 2008 conference wrapped up recently (on October 29th) in Vancouver, British Columbia. The goal of... Read More

Friday, December 18th, 2008 Southwest Airlines Continue to Expand Services The nation’s largest low-cost-carrier (LCC), Southwest Airlines, is making aggressive plans to expand their service despite the poor state of the airline industry... Read More

Thursday, December 18th, 2008 Thailand's Tourism Suffering After Airport Siege The occupation of Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi airport ended without violence. Thousands of tourists were stranded in the country for a week... Read More

Wednesday, December 17th, 2008 New Dreamliners on Hold The much-anticipated release of the Boeing 787 Dreamliner has been delayed because of the labor issues the airplane manufacturer only recently resolved... Read More

Tuesday, December 16th, 2008 British Airport Puts Expansion on Hold London Heathrow, one of the world’s most used and most well-known airports has been planning an expansion for some time now. In 2003, the government... Read More

Monday, December 15th, 2008 Tijuana and Baja Deal With Drug Wars Many people consider Baja California to be the best place to visit in Mexico. The excitement and energy of Tijuana is offset by the under-explored... Read More

Friday, December 12th, 2008 Mumbai Expected to Recover from Attacks In the days since the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, the city’s once flourishing travel industry has taken a severe hit. Cancellations have reached... Read More

Thursday, December 11th, 2008 Political Woes and Violence Kill Thai Tourism Political strife is not unheard of in Thailand. There have been dozens of coups and power struggles over the past 50 years. However, these struggles have done... Read More

Wednesday, December 10th, 2008 What do the Mumbai Terrorist Attacks Say About Hotel Safety? Luxury hotels have long been thought of as the safest places in India. Shielded from life on the developing country’s streets... Read More

Tuesday, December 9th, 2008 Major Airline Mergers in the Works A series of major airline mergers could be taking place in the near future. Qantas recently revealed that it is in merger talks with British Airways... Read More

Monday, December 8th, 2008 Some Airlines Changing Unpopular Practices There was so much made of US Airways decision to charge for a pillow and blanket and Northwest charging for checking an extra bag that one could... Read More

Friday, December 5th, 2008 US and European Airlines Aren't the Only Ones Suffereing In the past few years, China's airlines have been among of the world's best performers. But even they aren't immune to the... Read More

Thursday, December 4th, 2008 Tel Aviv Growing Rapidly Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel after Jerusalem. For the younger generations of Israelis, is it the center... Read More

Wednesday, December 3rd, 2008 TSA May Change Security Checkpoint Procedures The TSA may be about to change the way travelers go through security checkpoints... Read More

Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008 Tokyo Has the Most Top Restaurants in The World Chefs and restaurateurs all over the world pray for a good review in the Michelin Restaurant Guide. It is recognized as the foremost in its genre... Read More

Monday, December 1st, 2008 Kurdish Iraq Welcoming Tourists Iraq is probably not the top destination on many travelers’ must-visit lists. Even as the violence in Baghdad subsides... Read More

Wednesday, November 26th, 2008 Travel Industry Worried about '09 Travel industry leaders are looking at the state of the global economy for an indication about how travel companies, airlines and hoteliers will fare in 2009... Read More

Tuesday, November 25th, 2008 Travel Destination of the Week: Amman Amman is a city with ancient and modern aspects. It was the site of historic events from the Roman Empire and from biblical times. It is also a modern metropolis... Read More

Monday, November 24th, 2008 Indianapolis Gets Huge Airport Upgrade Indianapolis does not have a new airport. But, after a significant amount of renovation and the addition of a new terminal, the airport is going ahead with a major PR campaign ... Read More

Friday, November 21st, 2008 Best Cities to Visit in Africa and the Middle East Africa and the Middle East are often off the map for US-based travelers. Most people have vague misgivings about the infrastructure and security of destinations in Africa and Western Asia.... Read More

Thursday, November 20th, 2008 World's Best Tourist Cities 2008 Travel and Leisure Magazine recently released the annual list of their favorite cities. The ranking process is based on a survey of their readers. This year’s list included a few surprises...Read More

Wednesday, November 19th, 2008 Boeing and Air New Zealand to Test Biofuels On December 3rd Boeing and Air New Zealand will take a major step in biofuel development by testing a biofuel in one of the four engines of a 747... Read More

Tuesday, November 18th, 2008 Things To Do In Fort Lauderdale in the Fall Fort Lauderdale, Florida is best known for the beach, the surf and the sun. Although there is plenty to do in the heat of the summer, the cooler months of fall also offer lots of fun and excitement... Read More

Monday, November 17th, 2008 World's Best Island DestinationsIslands are a big part of the world’s travel industry. Therefore, it is no surprise that the “best of” lists include a category for best islands. Here are Travel and Leisure’s top islands for 2008... Read More

Friday, November 14th, 2008 Pros and Cons of Airlines' A La Carte PricingMany airlines have opted for an a la carte pricing scheme in order to keep fares low in these tough economic times... Read More

Thursday, November 13th, 2008 Condo/Hotel Hybrids a Rising TrendCondotel, a company that rents and sells serviced apartments for short term use in Indonesia, has found that its business model is more successful than expected... Read More

Wednesday, November 12th, 2008 Delta Northwest Merger Goes AheadThe merger between Northwest Airlines and Delta Airlines, two of the giants of the aviation industry, was recently approved by the US Department of Justice.... Read More

Tuesday, November 11th, 2008 Providence, Rhode IslandProvidence has experienced a bit of a renaissance over the past two decades. Once known for the high concentration of mafia groups working within city limits, it is now a pleasant New England city... Read More

Friday, November 7th, 2008 Sacramento, CaliforniaCalifornia is a state with more than its share of famous cities, but there are other urban areas in this vast state. Fresno, Oakland, Sacramento, to name a few. Sacramento is California’s “Other City” ... Read More

Thursday, November 6th, 2008 Sao Paulo on the CheapBrazil’s largest and second most famous city is ... Read More

Tuesday, November 4th, 2008 South Africa Gets Ready to Take Center StateSouth Africa will be hosting the 2010 World Cup ... Read More

Monday, November 3rd, 2008 US Travel Industry Not the Only One StrugglingThings have been looking quite bad for US-based airlines and hotel chains over the past few months ... Read More

Friday, October 31st, 2008 Good Times in Mid Town AtlantaAtlanta is a sprawling city known to most people because it has the busiest airport in the US, Hartsfield-Jackson Airport or perhaps for the cable network TBS and a few nationally popular hip hop acts ... Read More

Thursday, October 30th, 2008 Disney Headed to HawaiiDisney has announced the details of new resort it is planning to build in Hawaii. The hotel, aquatic play area and spa will make up the first themed resort to bear the Disney name that is not located in or near one of the companys theme parks ... Read More

Wednesday, October 29th, 2008 Tampa St. Petersberg is a World Series PlaceThe Tampa Bay area will get a chance in the spotlight when the Tampa Bay Rays host baseballs World Series for the first time this week. The cities of Tampa and St ... Read More

Tuesday, October 28th, 2008 Is Baltimore Worth the Tripstory of the United States. More recently, the city, like many such mid-sized urban areas in the US, has undergone a change for the worse ... Read More

Monday, October 27th, 2008 Things to do in Dallas in the FallDallas, Texas has big entertainment, big hospitality and big events - after all, everything is bigger in Texas. The fall months are packed with unique events that are sure to delight everyone in the family ... Read More

Friday, October 24th, 2008 Qantas Struggles with Safety IssuesDespite being recognized as one of the top airlines in the world over the past few years, Qantas has been struggling with its reputation recently ... Read More

Thursday, October 23rd, 2008 One Airline that is Having its Best Year EverMost airlines are struggling this year. In fact, that might even be an understatement. Many low-cost carriers have simply faded away, unable to keep up with the increasing cost of operation ... Read More

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008 Why Its Time to Drive, Not FlyGas prices have been falling dramatically over the past few weeks. Drivers who have been putting up with 4-per-gallon prices for most of the summer have welcomed the trend, due to a 50 decrease the price of barrel ... Read More

Tuesday, October 21st, 2008 World's Best AirportsMost airports could probably be considered average in terms of over quality ... Read More

Monday, October 20th, 2008 Things to do in Las Vegas in the FallLas Vegas is a city of action, bright lights and never ending excitement. The cool fall weather only seems to amplify that position. There are some amazing events and activities that take place in Las Vegas during the fall months ... Read More

Friday, October 17th, 2008 Singapore Set for the SpotlightSingapore has long been one of the economic giants of Southeast Asia. However, outside of shopping malls and food, there have been few reasons to visit the city-state ... Read More

Thursday, October 16th, 2008 World's Best Airlinessia dominated this years World Airline Awards. The awards, based on data, surveys and research done by Skytrax, are considered the industrys most prestigious. Customer surveys play a large part in the results ... Read More

Wednesday, October 15th, 2008 Things to do in New York City in the FallNew York City is a true blend of cultures, traditions and history. There is always something new going on in and around the city. The cool breezes of the fall season blow in some of the best events fro the whole family to enjoy ... Read More

Tuesday, October 14th, 2008 Winter Travel is More Peaks Than Valleys at Yosemite... Read More

Monday, October 13th, 2008 Things to do in Boston in the FallBoston, Massachusetts is a compact city with big entertainment. It offers plenty of events and activities all year around. The fall is especially special in Boston ... Read More

Friday, October 10th, 2008 Extreme Adventure: A Zero G VacationSome call it a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, or as close as you can get to flying like Superman. Then again, I know some that might think it better described as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to lose your lunch in front of 10 complete strangers ... Read More

Thursday, October 9th, 2008 To the Noisy Traveler in 15D…Throughout many years of business traveling in most modern forms of conveyance, I have been no less privy to the obnoxious neighbor on the plane and train as the next guy ... Read More

Wednesday, October 8th, 2008 Business or Pleasure? More Than Ever, the Answer is BothRising travel costs have led many travelers to get resourceful when planning their vacations, and growing numbers of business travelers are finding business trips an opportunity to throw in a little time off ... Read More

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Monday, October 6th, 2008 Things to do in Los Angeles in the FallLos Angeles offers a wide range of activities and events throughout the year. You can find some of the best times for the whole family during the fall season. There is music, food and fun to be had around every turn of the calendar ... Read More

Friday, October 3rd, 2008 Travel Trends: TogetheringRising travel and flight costs, increased professional obligation, and families being spread out across the country are all much more commonplace than they were decades ago ... Read More

Thursday, October 2nd, 2008 Britain Doubles It’s Losses of Travel CarriersA second British vacation company has gone under, shortly after the country's third-largest tour operator collapsed ... Read More

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008 Staying Safe While Traveling AbroadIn many ways, seeing the world is much safer than ever. With the advent of modern communications, travel methods, and health care, in most places youll find yourself not that far from assistance ... Read More

Wednesday, October 1st, 2008 Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia in the FallAtlanta, Georgia offers a wide array of events and activities that the whole family can enjoy. The beauty of the region is also an attraction for visitors and residents alike ... Read More

Thursday, September 25th, 2008 Questions to Ask Your Cruise Agent Before You BookHow much is the fuel surcharge Until five years ago, this cost was minimal and not really worth asking about. However, given the rising fuel costs of late, this charge is not only rising, but is now subject to an increase at any time ... Read More

Thursday, September 25th, 2008 A Great White VacationI dare assume that the majority of travelers would not list sharks as part of their plans for a relaxing vacation ... Read More

Thursday, September 25th, 2008 Top 10 Literary DestinationsThemed trips and vacations continue to capture the hearts of many avid travelers, allowing the adventurous traveler to explore cities and locales with a specific goal in mind ... Read More

Tuesday, September 23rd, 2008 Getting Around Extra Airline FeesAs airlines feel the pinch of rising fuel costs and continue to push these extra fees on consumers, finding cheap airline tickets has become more challenging than ever ... Read More

Monday, September 22nd, 2008 Things to do in Chicago in the FallChicago, Illinois is more than just a windy city. It is a placed filled with culture and entertainment for the whole family. The cool temperatures that follow the fall months are the perfect time to get out and enjoy all that Chicago has to offer ... Read More

Friday, September 19th, 2008 Napa Valley 101 - Tips When Visiting the Top Wine Region... Read More

Friday, September 19th, 2008 Making the Most of Loyalty and Rewards Programs... Read More

Thursday, September 18th, 2008 Traveling with Kids and PetsAir travel is a sometimes rough situation. Weve all experienced brutal layovers and delays in less than ideal conditions, as well as peak times of the year for travel ... Read More

Tuesday, September 16th, 2008 Airlines That Are Not Screwing You OverHaving a shopping spree on an airplane might seem far-fetched, but it might be a reality with all the fees airlines are charging ... Read More

Monday, September 15th, 2008 Things to do in Baltimore, Maryland in the FallBaltimore, Maryland is a city rich with tradition, culture and history. The brilliant colors created by the changing foliage in the fall that fills the city and the surrounding community make the season a great time to visit ... Read More

Friday, September 12th, 2008 Tips for Traveling GreenWith growing concern over the size of our carbon footprint, its no surprise that people are taking into consideration their impact on the environment throughout all aspects of their day-to-day lives ... Read More

Friday, September 12th, 2008 Citing Fuel Costs, Cruise Lines Plan for Less CruisingIf youre planning on taking an extended stay cruise in the near future, it may be smart to anticipate a few course corrections on your next trip ... Read More

Thursday, September 11th, 2008 San Francisco is Unusual, Odd or Just EccentricSan Francisco is defined by its famous landmarks. The Golden Gate Bridge is the subject of more postcard photos than any other structure in the world, save maybe the Eiffel Tower ... Read More

Tuesday, September 9th, 2008 Avoid These Popular Travel ScamsI think youll agree that the foundation for detecting and avoiding these scams lies in intuition trust your instincts, and if it sounds too good to be true, it very likely is ... Read More

Monday, September 8th, 2008 Things to do in San Francisco in the SummerSan Francisco, California is one of the most unique cities in the country if not in the world ... Read More

Thursday, September 4th, 2008 10 Must See And Dos at Fishermans Wharf in San FranciscoMove over Golden Gate Bridge The small hustle-bustle area is easily spotted from all the flocking tourists, but it is nonetheless one of the most quaint places in the world, with some of the best clam chowder in sourdough, of course ... Read More

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 Best Places in Asia to Travel When the Dollar is WeakWould-be vacationers hoping to hop to another continent from the US are being stymied by the weakness of the US Dollar on the currency exchange markets ... Read More

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008 Most Affordable European Destinations for Summer TravelIf youre yearning to travel to Europe this summer but are limited on funds for your trip, there are several destinations that might make it to your budget-conscious radar ... Read More

Tuesday, September 2nd, 2008 Things to do in San Antonio, Texas in the SummerSummer time is a great time to visit the city of San Antonio, Texas. The warm summer weather is cooled by the fun and excitement presented throughout the city. There is plenty of adventure and activities to delight the whole family ... Read More

Monday, August 25th, 2008 Nine Unique New York City ToursIf youre traveling to the Big Apple for your next long weekend holiday, vacation or last minute trip then be sure to check out these Nine Unique New York City spots and get the real scoop on other side of New York City ... Read More

Monday, August 25th, 2008 Things to do in Seattle, Washington in the SummerSeattle, Washington may be known for being one of the wettest major cities in the United States but it has much more to offer residents and visitors than wet umbrellas ... Read More

Monday, August 25th, 2008 American Airlines Charged Multi-Million Dollar Fine for Poor Airline SafetyAs flight and airline standards become more stringent, some airlines are paying a high price to keep their business in full operation ... Read More

Tuesday, August 19th, 2008 Five Florida Favorites to Finish Off this Summer... Read More

Monday, August 18th, 2008 Things to do in San Diego, California in the SummerSan Diego, California is a wonderful site to visit during the hot summer months. The cool breezes off the ocean help to maintain moderate temperatures even through the peak of the summer. High temperatures rarely climb over 80F ... Read More

Tuesday, August 12th, 2008 Best Barbecue Festivals in the U.S.Summer means many things in America beaches, tan lines, convertibles, baseball, and swimming ... Read More

Monday, August 11th, 2008 Things to do in New Orleans, Louisiana in the SummerNew Orleans, Louisiana is known for the party atmosphere that always seems to engulf the city. The summer months in the Big Easy may get a bit hot, but that doesn't slow down the fun and excitement ... Read More

Friday, August 8th, 2008 Great Orlando Wheel Will Join Nation’s Top LandmarksFlorian Bollen, the Chairman of Great Wheel Corporation recently announced the upcoming development of the Great Orlando Wheel that will be built near the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida ... Read More

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008 Free Activities and Entertainment Ideas for Domestic TravelWhen youre heading off on a cross-country trek to take in the sights and sounds of a new city, managing the travel budget can be a challenge ... Read More

Wednesday, August 6th, 2008 Things to do in Reno, Nevada in the SummerReno, Nevada is the Biggest Little City around and it pulls out all the stops when it comes to summertime events. There is plenty for all ages and tastes whether you are willing to brave the summer heat or prefer to get in from the sun ... Read More

Friday, August 1st, 2008 Starwood Hotels Launches Eco-Friendly Hotel ChainsAs eco-chic trends and design continue to infiltrate hotels, resorts and destination spas across the country, travelers are finding it easier than ever to enjoy a greener lifestyle ... Read More

Tuesday, July 29th, 2008 20 Ways to Speed Through Airport SecurityOnce upon a time, passing through an airport security checkpoint was a speedy and almost pleasant formality. Anyone who has traveled by air over the past seven years knows that that is no longer the case ... Read More

Monday, July 28th, 2008 Things to do in Miami, Florida in the SummerMiami, Florida is a city that never slows down. Attribute the lively attitudes and activities of the residents to the great weather or to the numerous events that keeps them on the move ... Read More

Friday, July 25th, 2008 Family Camps Offer Convenient Vacation Options for Tight BudgetsWith the kids out of school for summer vacation and parents looking for a well-deserved getaway for the season, more families are busy planning their next memorable family vacation ... Read More

Friday, July 25th, 2008 Easy Ways to Reduce or Prevent Jet Lag... Read More

Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008 Things to do in Fort Lauderdale in the SummerFort Lauderdale is a hot travel location for the summer months. Temperatures run on the warm side, but the ocean breeze makes it feel very pleasant ... Read More

Thursday, July 17th, 2008 Beijing Prepares to Greet English Visitors for Summer 2008 OlympicsAs the host city of the 2008 Olympic Games, Beijing is spending the final few weeks of summer fine-tuning its massive Western transformation ... Read More

Thursday, July 17th, 2008 American Airlines Flight Cuts May Have Effect on Thanksgiving TravelAs more airlines and airports make attempts to reduce expenses, travelers are quickly finding fewer customer service perks and even shrinking flight schedules to some of the countrys key destinations ... Read More

Tuesday, July 15th, 2008 Things to do in Reno, Nevada in the SummerReno, Nevada is the Biggest Little City around and it pulls out all the stops when it comes to summertime events. There is plenty for all ages and tastes whether you are willing to brave the summer heat or prefer to get in from the sun ... Read More

Friday, July 11th, 2008 United Airlines Will Impose Minimum Stay Requirement by OctoberTravelers turning to United Airlines for Fall and Winter travel in 2008 will now be required to meet the minimum-stay guidelines for domestic flights ... Read More

Friday, July 11th, 2008 How to Get Through Security EfficientlyWith even more requirements and security checks on the rise at major airports, getting through the TSA checkpoint can put a dent in your travel schedule ... Read More

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008 Things to do in Dallas, Texas in the SummerEverything is bigger in Texas and that includes the events and activities that pack the summer months in Dallas, Texas. There is plenty of music, sports, and unique activities to keep you beating the heat all summer long ... Read More

Thursday, July 3rd, 2008 Disney World Orlando Announces Pleasure Island Makeover... Read More

Wednesday, July 2nd, 2008 Rising Gas Prices Mean Fewer Road Trips this SummerAs the cost of gas reaches 4 per gallon or more across the country, fewer Americans are choosing to take a road trip this season ... Read More

Monday, June 30th, 2008 Things to do in Chicago in the SummerSummers in Chicago can get pretty hot - and not just from the temperatures. There are lots of exciting events and festivals that offer great entertainment opportunities for the whole family ... Read More

Friday, June 27th, 2008 United Airlines Starts Charging for Checked Bags on Domestic FlightsIf youre taking a cross country trip with United Airlines, you may end up paying a larger fee for those extra bags ... Read More

Thursday, June 26th, 2008 Fourth of July Celebrations You Won’t Want to MissWhether youre celebrating Independence Day with the family or just heading out on your own, there are a few noteworthy festivals and events taking place around the country ... Read More

Monday, June 23rd, 2008 Things to do in Boston, Massachusetts in the SummerThe weather in Boston during the summer months is ideal for outdoor festivals and events. The high temperatures typically stay below 80F and the rainfall is at it's lowest during the summer season ... Read More

Monday, June 23rd, 2008 Dr. Beach Announces Best Beaches in America for 2008Dr. Stephen Leatherman has earned his reputation as Americas Dr. Beach, a beach-loving enthusiast who claims that many people can get healthy, be more well rested and restore themselves simply by spending more time in sunny and sandy territory ... Read More

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008 High Gas Prices Mean Travelers Hit The TrainsAs the nation continues to suffer from high gas prices and considers a staycation instead of traveling this season, many are resorting to other modes of transportation to ensure travel plans stay on the calendar ... Read More

Monday, June 16th, 2008 Things to do in Atlanta, Georgia in the SummerAtlanta, Georgia is a great city for entertainment and excitement any time of the year. Even with the heat and humidity that is famous in this southern city, the summer is just as full of fun ... Read More

Monday, June 16th, 2008 Finding the Best Fares for Summer TravelIf summer travel plans are marked on your calendar, theres still time to cash in on some of the best deals from the major airlines ... Read More

Monday, June 16th, 2008 5 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress While TravelingWhether youre traveling across the country by plane or heading off on a road trip across the state, traveling can be a stressful experience ... Read More

Tuesday, June 10th, 2008 Top Clean Cities in the United StatesClean cities are not just a great place to live, but they are also nice places to live. There are several polls that rank the cities in the United States and around the world for different aspects of cleanliness ... Read More

Tuesday, June 10th, 2008 Things to do in Baltimore, Maryland in the SummerBaltimore, Maryland can be a great city for summer retreats. The weather is mild with high temperatures usually staying around 80F and rainfalls are usually below 4 inches each month ... Read More

Tuesday, June 3rd, 2008 Beijing Olympics May be Difficult to AttendHotel rooms are still available for the Beijing Olympics, but that doesn't mean you are in ... Read More

Monday, June 2nd, 2008 Things to do in Las Vegas in the SummerLas Vegas is definitely one of the cities that never slows down. Summer time it just seems to heat up even more. There are family friendly events and activities and there are things that are more for the grown up ... Read More

Wednesday, May 28th, 2008 Things to do in Phoenix, Arizona in the SummerPhoenix, Arizona is an interesting place to visit any time of the year. Summertime brings out some of the most unique experiences ... Read More

Wednesday, May 21st, 2008 Things to do in New York City in the SummerNew York City is one that never sleeps. There is always an event, celebration or adventure that can be enjoyed somewhere in the city or surrounding community. The summer months may get warm, but it doesn't slow down the activities in New York ... Read More

Wednesday, May 21st, 2008 American Airlines now charging for checked bagsEvery airline around seems to be hitting rough times amid continuously escalating fuel prices. American Airlines is no exception and passengers will soon be hit with fees for any checked bags for tickets purchased after June 15 ... Read More

Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 Things to do in Los Angeles in the SummerLos Angeles is the place to come to see the stars - no matter what time of day you go looking. But there is much more to this city than Hollywood. It is a city rich with culture and excitement ... Read More

Wednesday, May 7th, 2008 The Dirtiest Cities in the United StatesWhen you think of vacations you probably think about getting away from it all. For most people there is a vision of clean, crisp air and plenty of peach and tranquility ... Read More

Friday, April 25th, 2008 Continental check in via cell phoneContinental Airlines passengers can now check into their flight through an email enabled cell phone. Its just as good as a paper boarding pass you would normally use in just about every city ... Read More

Wednesday, April 16th, 2008 Booming trend: getaways with your girlfriendsWomen traveling with other women and leaving their boys at home has been a constant, fast-growing trend, and Im not just talking about spring break trips or bachelorette parties ... Read More

Wednesday, April 16th, 2008 Extraordinary make goods for bumped fliersThe government is forcing airline carriers to double the compensation they pay passengers bumped from oversold flights to as much as 800 depending on the circumstances ... Read More

Thursday, March 27th, 2008 Bypass long security lines and travel luggage freeIs it just me or is traveling becoming more and more of a headache these days Round trip prices are constantly rising, surcharges are doubling and now theres an additional fee for checking in extra baggage ... Read More

Monday, March 24th, 2008 Check in your PDA at the door pleaseRemember the BlackBerry Check-In Program Sure you do, it was a genius publicity stunt that the Sheraton Chicago Hotel Towers launched exactly one year ago ... Read More

Monday, March 24th, 2008 Motel 6 gets upscaleMotel 6s appeal has been affordability more than anything else. Now, theyre stepping up their game by redefining the rules of the inexpensive, roadside motel. Theyre moving in the direction toward bathroom granite countertops and flat-screen TVs ... Read More

Friday, March 14th, 2008 50 dollar increase in United fares—yikesUnited Airlines said today that ticket prices should increase by as much as 50 for round-trip fares. The culprit, again, rising fuel costs that are being passed down to the overall customer ... Read More

Thursday, March 13th, 2008 Human skeleton found in luggageMunich, Germanya woman was stopped at a Munich airport after baggage security found a skeleton sealed in a plastic bag in her luggage, police said today ... Read More

Tuesday, March 11th, 2008 Southwest Safety follow-upSouthwest Airlines was charged last week with operating planes that missed key safety inspections. Today, three employees were put on leave and an outside expert was hired to reassess its maintenance and safety procedures ... Read More

Friday, March 7th, 2008 TSA in need of cool, clear laptop caseThe Transportation Security Administration is trying to tackle one of the biggest airport-security inconveniencesfinding a way to let travelers leave their laptops in their cases at security checkpoints ... Read More

Tuesday, March 4th, 2008 Cut back on the travel expenses, says managementWith the economy on a downward slope, more and more companies are targeting a low-hanging fruit expensetravel and entertainment. Consultants in the travel industry say that travel is one of the more controllable expenses ... Read More

Monday, March 3rd, 2008 Jumbo air terminal opens in BeijingBeijing opened up a new terminal Friday, an enormous glass and steel construction designed to house the rush in visitors expected for the Summer Olympics ... Read More

Monday, March 3rd, 2008 Airport security options you will likeAt the airport, everywhere you turn you have to fall into a line. Each step in the process and you are inching your way to the highly coveted airport gate ... Read More

Friday, February 22nd, 2008 Northeast storms delay flights for hoursHeavy storms in the Northeast on Friday have caused a whirlwind of delays at airports in the New York area ... Read More

Thursday, February 21st, 2008 Should I pay for rental car insuranceEveryone likes options, but too many options can leave you confused and unsettled. With several options at the rental car counter, individuals get tempted to purchase anything that you think will guarantee the best coverage for your trip ... Read More

Thursday, February 14th, 2008 Couple admits stealing airline ticketsFormer Southwest Airlines employee, Althea Jackson, and her husband pleaded guilty on charges of wire fraud, admitting to stealing more than 5,000 plane tickets and selling them to friends, co-workers and acquaintances ... Read More

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008 Smithsonian goes greenBest known for its dinosaur bones, the Smithsonians National Museum of Natural History is opening a new butterfly pavilion with a tropical garden, vividly colored plants, warm temperatures and humidity on Friday ... Read More

Monday, February 11th, 2008 Bigger and better plans for France in 2008Expect some big changes this year for France. Therell be some frustration with construction, a newly elected president and appointed prime minister, much faster trains and smoke-free dininggasp ... Read More

Monday, February 11th, 2008 Airport workers will get more security screeningIn an effort to increase security and spot out potential terrorists, workers at seven nationwide airports will go through more vigorous screening starting in May ... Read More

Thursday, February 7th, 2008 Passenger strikes flight attendantOn a New York-to-Paris flight, a passenger struck a flight attendant, triggering his flight to be diverted to Boston, where the man was soon arrested ... Read More

Thursday, February 7th, 2008 When not to travelPretty safe to say that you shouldnt travel on Memorial Day, Spring Break, Thanksgiving and the Fourth of July. The rule of supply and demand, doesnt benefit travelers one bit ... Read More

Tuesday, February 5th, 2008 Fliers will soon have to pay to check a second bagFor those of you that pack more on the heavy side, or even for those that are taking longer trips and need the additional luggage, plan on coughing up $25 each way to check a second bag on United Airlines ... Read More

Monday, February 4th, 2008 Am I meant to cruiseMany people question if cruises are right for them. Sure, the hesitation is understandable after all, once the ship leaves the dock, you’re stuck until the ship turns around and goes home ... Read More

Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 Chocolate hotel room available in New York CityManhattan revealed an all-chocolate room today. One would call it a pre-Valentine’s Day creation finished with furniture, candles even artwork made of the goodness that is chocolate ... Read More

Monday, January 28th, 2008 Round-trip fares up 40 dollarsUnited Airlines, American Airlines and US Airways hiked up their fuel surcharges from $20 to a whopping $40 for domestic round-trip tickets over the weekend ... Read More

Friday, January 25th, 2008 Fire on The StripA fire on the rooftop of the Monte Carlo hotel-casino in Las Vegas occurred today around 11 a.m. No injuries were reported and firefighters swiftly contained the blaze. The fire spread from the top center of the building across the roof ... Read More

Friday, January 25th, 2008 Stretch your dollar in the land of euroThe dollar is plummeting, the Euro now costs $1.50, what the….Unfortunately, don’t hold your breath if you expect the dollar to recover anytime soon, simply put, we’re not as wealthy as we once were ... Read More

Thursday, January 24th, 2008 American providing flight status on cell phonesAmerican Airlines said that it has recently upgraded its mobile web site to allow customers to check in for flights and view itineraries on web-enabled cell phones ... Read More

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008 Phoenix excited for Super Bowl visitorsThe last time Phoenix hosted the Super Bowl was back in 1996. Phoenix has changed a lot since then and can’t wait to show off its new digs for the NFL’s biggest game ... Read More

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008 Travel insurance, think about itBefore 9/11, about one in ten Americans insured their trips. Now, about one-third of all vacations are insured. That’s great news for insurers as they rake in about $1 billion in revenues annually. This past year, the U.S ... Read More

Friday, January 18th, 2008 Get ready for the biggest party of all, Mardi GrasAs New Orleans strives to rebuild its spirited city after Hurricane Katrina, revelers nationwide flock and find every reason to celebrate the best party of all, Mardi Gras ... Read More

Friday, January 18th, 2008 Michelangelo’s David is on the moveMichelangelo’s valiant David could be moving after 135 years in the museum that was essentially designed to showcase the masterpiece ... Read More

Thursday, January 17th, 2008 JFK baggage handlers accused of stealing jewelryTwo baggage handlers at JFK airport were charged with stealing more than $250,000 worth of jewelry and diamonds ... Read More

Wednesday, January 16th, 2008 Easy-to-reach ski resortsUsually visiting a ski resort involves a long, arduous trek to the big mountain. Lucky for you, we gathered a list to five snowboarding havens just minutes away from the airport. Read, take notes, and enjoy the slopes ... Read More

Wednesday, January 16th, 2008 Airport amenities existI know it’s a little early to be saying this, but so far, 2008 has been a good year for travel—especially for frequent travelers ... Read More

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008 New York hits record-high tourismA record-high number of tourists visited the Big Apple last year, mostly because of the declining dollar. International travelers numbered at about 8.5 million, up 17 percent from the previous year and spent an estimated $28 billion ... Read More

Monday, January 14th, 2008 Airline lost and foundLosing something on an airplane sucks. Not only have you lost something personal and valuable, you know in your heart of hearts that it's going to take a lot of effort and time to get it back ... Read More

Friday, January 11th, 2008 Passport alternatives when traveling to Canada and MexicoThe State Department said it will start accepting applications on February 1 for passport cards as a substitute passport for Americans traveling to Mexico, Canada and the Caribbean. These wallet sized cards will become available this spring to U.S ... Read More

Friday, January 11th, 2008 What you should know about airline foodAirlines are attempting to improve their in-flight food and have recently unveiled some mouth-watering and appetizing menus ... Read More

Thursday, January 10th, 2008 Mammoth reaches premier statusMammoth Mountain is one of North America’s most-visited and largest ski and snowboard destinations. It finally became a true destination resort last month when the Westin Monache opened at the base of the mountain in Mammoth Lakes ... Read More

Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 Chic cafés make their way into your hotel lobbyThe hotel lobby has a new bar—appetizers and a lounge chair too. When did this happen? Major hotels are competing to create hip and trendy scenes in their lobbies to build a lounge like, Euro feel ... Read More

Tuesday, January 8th, 2008 Ever wanted to see the Northern LightsThe aurora borealis, aka the Northern Lights, is in season right now and it is the best time to see one of nature’s most beautiful displays gleaming in the sky. You’re in for a pretty ambitious trek if you decide to ... Read More

Monday, January 7th, 2008 Explore Catalina Island--now22 miles away from Los Angeles, you can find the sandy shores of Catalina Island ... Read More

Monday, January 7th, 2008 Atlantic City gets an extreme makeoverThere’s a revenue downturn in Atlantic City, luckily the city has come up with a surefire way that sounds promising to say the least ... Read More

Monday, January 7th, 2008 Bed and Breakfasts, condos shutting down in MauiWho doesn’t love trading in winter snow and chill for the beaches of Maui? Many repeat visitors enjoy the privacy and quiet Maui has to offer, however, starting this week lodging in such areas will significantly decrease ... Read More

Friday, January 4th, 2008 Jellyfish attack BrazilAn army of jellyfish stung around 300 swimmers in a southeastern beach city in Brazil. The swimmers were attempting to cool off from the city heat wave ... Read More

Friday, January 4th, 2008 TSA screening facial behaviorsTransportation Security Administration screeners are learning how to read certain facial expressions associated with possible terrorist intent. Ridiculous as it may sound, if your face slips into one of these categories, you could be taken aside ... Read More

Thursday, January 3rd, 2008 Much loved pastrami deli reopens in New YorkPastrami lovers everywhere were utterly sad to see the highly regarded 2nd Ave Deli shut down almost two years ago. Though at a different location; still in the NYC and the steamed beef never tasted so good ... Read More

Thursday, January 3rd, 2008 The U.S. dollar deniedThe future is looking grim for the U.S. dollar—well in India anyway. The tourism minister of India said today that the dollar will not be accepted at the Taj Mahal and other tourist sites ... Read More

Thursday, January 3rd, 2008 State Department approves new passport technologyFor those traveling from America to Mexico, Bermuda, Canada and the Caribbean, passport cards will be enabled so that your information on the card can be read from a distance ... Read More

Wednesday, January 2nd, 2008 How to stay fit when travelingIt's the beginning of a new year, and I have this huge feeling it's going to be good. Like millions of others in this world, the first on your list of resolutions, is of course, you guessed it, workout more ... Read More

Wednesday, January 2nd, 2008 2007: One of the safest years in aviation2007 was one of the safest years in aviation history, with the lowest number of crashes in 44 years ... Read More

Wednesday, January 2nd, 2008 Travel Predictions for 2008Travel experts have some interesting predictions for the new year. Here are a few; let's hope that only some hold true ... Read More

Friday, December 28th, 2007 Travel to London from San Diego or Fort LauderdaleDiscount carrier Zoom Airlines just announced that it's adding service to London Gatwick from both Fort Lauderdale and San Diego ... Read More

Friday, December 28th, 2007 Hong Kong Disneyland attempts to increase attendanceHong Kong Disneyland is planning to launch a discount ticket for transit tourists and add four new shows, all to ramp up attendance since news of its 2007 attendance plummet ... Read More

Friday, December 28th, 2007 What travelers should expect in 20082007 was filled with "travel red-tape": Bottleneck traffic on highways, gridlock even at airports, increasingly rising fuel prices, costly lodging and on top of all that, the evil surcharge. Things will get worse for 2008 ... Read More

Friday, December 28th, 2007 Air travelers no longer allowed to carry batteriesTravelers will no longer be able to bring on loose lithium batteries in their checked luggage. The Transportation Department said Friday, that this should help reduce any risks of fires in the cargo ... Read More

Friday, December 28th, 2007 Pre booked a hotel that is now overbookedYou visit one of the various hotel booking sites on the web and prebook and purchase a hotel. You arrive at the hotel and find out there's no room for you and are subsequently sent to a nearby hotel that you have to pay for ... Read More

Friday, December 21st, 2007 Texans still traveling despite high travel pricesAccording to a survey by AAA Travel, nearly 5.2 million Texans are believed to go on the road during those crucial two weeks of Christmas and New Year's ... Read More

Friday, December 21st, 2007 East Coast travel hit hard with bad weatherThe latest winter storm in the Northeast has created several inches of snow, creating headaches for holiday travelers at Logan International Airport in Boston ... Read More

Friday, December 21st, 2007 More surcharges for United Airlines travelersThe No. 2 U.S. carrier, United Airlines, doubled it's surcharge by $10 to compensate for the costs of high fuel today ... Read More

Thursday, December 20th, 2007 TSA One of the most least liked agenciesSecurity inconsistencies, long lines, and the did you really have to go there pat-down. These frustrations and constant complaints make the nation's airport security agency about as popular as meter maids ... Read More

Thursday, December 20th, 2007 New Year's Eve at top city destinationsThe enormous glistening ball that descends on Time Square isn't the only happening thing to do on New Year's Eve. Here's a short list of what other great cities have to offer. They might just be around the corner from you ... Read More

Thursday, December 20th, 2007 Save your abandoned frequent flier milesPeriods of inactivity can crawl up frequent-flier members, even more so now that some airlines are reducing the period of time fliers' accounts sit idle and don't earn or redeem any miles. Learn how to save your idle frequent flier account ... Read More

Thursday, December 20th, 2007 Travelers will stay close to home in 2008Experts are now saying that Americans might make shorter trip destinations or choose vacation sports closer to home where the dollar is more worthwhile ... Read More

Thursday, December 20th, 2007 Flight limits for NY airportsTo help reduce the number of delays at airports, lesser flights will be allowed in and out of New York's airports ... Read More