Archive: August 2007
August 31, 2007, 11:15 AM
An exhibit featuring the 3.2 million-year-old fossil opens today and goes through April 20.
An exhibit featuring the 3.2 million-year-old fossil opens today and goes through April 20.
August 31, 2007, 10:14 AM
It all started in Europe, of course, with the spread of mass-produced maps, books, and images.
It all started in Europe, of course, with the spread of mass-produced maps, books, and images.
August 30, 2007, 4:03 PM
Four different readers will get to report a big story for us.
Four different readers will get to report a big story for us.
August 30, 2007, 11:49 AM
Lost in a sea of megapixels? Digital Photography Review offers thorough product testing and detailed reviews, so you can "try" before you buy.
Lost in a sea of megapixels? Digital Photography Review offers thorough product testing and detailed reviews, so you can "try" before you buy.
August 29, 2007, 3:37 PM
The Venetian is moving east, to a former Portuguese colony that already rakes in more money than its Vegas counterpart.
The Venetian is moving east, to a former Portuguese colony that already rakes in more money than its Vegas counterpart.
August 29, 2007, 2:53 PM
Planning a trip to the Sunshine State? All our up-to-the-minute advice is here, including free listings.
Planning a trip to the Sunshine State? All our up-to-the-minute advice is here, including free listings.
August 29, 2007, 9:47 AM
Christopher Elliott, the nation's top travel ombudsman, has a passenger blacklist.
Christopher Elliott, the nation's top travel ombudsman, has a passenger blacklist.
August 29, 2007, 8:00 AM
Farecast is taking on hotels, and we feel like winners in the deal.
Farecast is taking on hotels, and we feel like winners in the deal.
August 28, 2007, 7:11 PM
The airline says you can now change your flight online if severe weather hits.
The airline says you can now change your flight online if severe weather hits.
August 28, 2007, 6:02 PM
Sidestep.com is the latest of new websites offering fare-tracker and sale services.
Sidestep.com is the latest of new websites offering fare-tracker and sale services.
August 28, 2007, 12:47 PM
After a malfunctioning part on a China Airlines plane caused an explosion, the FAA takes charge.
After a malfunctioning part on a China Airlines plane caused an explosion, the FAA takes charge.
August 28, 2007, 11:42 AM
The Toronto/New York indie culture magazine Vice teams up with Spike Jonze to go where most travelers fear to tread.
The Toronto/New York indie culture magazine Vice teams up with Spike Jonze to go where most travelers fear to tread.
August 28, 2007, 10:59 AM
With the Backpacker Pass, Rex Airlines makes it practically a piece of cake.
With the Backpacker Pass, Rex Airlines makes it practically a piece of cake.
August 27, 2007, 4:16 PM
They're are worried about the ship's environmental impact.
They're are worried about the ship's environmental impact.
August 27, 2007, 12:46 PM
Mistral Air will retrofit cargo planes to carry passengers to key pilgrimage sites in Europe and Mexico.
Mistral Air will retrofit cargo planes to carry passengers to key pilgrimage sites in Europe and Mexico.
August 27, 2007, 9:04 AM
Crystal Springs owns a unique device that can test if a wine is pristine—go for a free tasting.
Crystal Springs owns a unique device that can test if a wine is pristine—go for a free tasting.
August 25, 2007, 11:16 AM
Many blogs have been on fire with the story of two travelers, Christy and Jim Boswell, who complained by letter to Spirit Airlines about a three-hour flight delay in Orlando.
Many blogs have been on fire with the story of two travelers, Christy and Jim Boswell, who complained by letter to Spirit Airlines about a three-hour flight delay in Orlando.
August 24, 2007, 8:31 AM
The air carrier is back with a bang.
The air carrier is back with a bang.
August 23, 2007, 2:43 PM
The outdoor adventure travel company is one of our favorites for deals.
The outdoor adventure travel company is one of our favorites for deals.
August 23, 2007, 10:39 AM
It's not too late to squeeze in a summer getaway.
It's not too late to squeeze in a summer getaway.
August 23, 2007, 9:40 AM
Good news for solo travelers—three new dating services are available via cell phone.
Good news for solo travelers—three new dating services are available via cell phone.
August 23, 2007, 9:20 AM
With a new CO2 calculator, the airline wants you to try to make a difference.
With a new CO2 calculator, the airline wants you to try to make a difference.
August 23, 2007, 8:23 AM
One of the last family-owned cruise lines was taken over by a buyout company. How will this affect them?
One of the last family-owned cruise lines was taken over by a buyout company. How will this affect them?
August 22, 2007, 3:12 PM
In June, Delta kept passengers of flight 6499 on the tarmac for seven hours.
In June, Delta kept passengers of flight 6499 on the tarmac for seven hours.
August 22, 2007, 2:38 PM
Bostonians have been making their city bigger for generations. Their favorite method has been to fill in the shallows near their shores.
Bostonians have been making their city bigger for generations. Their favorite method has been to fill in the shallows near their shores.
August 22, 2007, 2:09 PM
...will soon be available on Google Earth, the free software program that incorporates satellite photos, hotel reviews, and other data into Google's street maps.
...will soon be available on Google Earth, the free software program that incorporates satellite photos, hotel reviews, and other data into Google's street maps.
August 22, 2007, 1:03 PM
Check out reader experiences, and the Journal's latest assessment of Heathrow.
Check out reader experiences, and the Journal's latest assessment of Heathrow.
August 22, 2007, 12:27 PM
It's time to share your outrageous stories in the "Your Noisy Neighbor" contest.
It's time to share your outrageous stories in the "Your Noisy Neighbor" contest.
August 22, 2007, 8:45 AM
Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel magazine is looking for an Assistant Editor for our New York office.
Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel magazine is looking for an Assistant Editor for our New York office.
August 21, 2007, 9:02 AM
Look to your fellow readers on how they handle flight status.
Look to your fellow readers on how they handle flight status.
August 18, 2007, 3:40 PM
Hang-ten, dude, in this Tokyo attraction.
Hang-ten, dude, in this Tokyo attraction.
August 17, 2007, 9:30 AM
The best blog for freebies and more in this roundup.
The best blog for freebies and more in this roundup.
August 16, 2007, 8:56 AM
A new website for frequent flier miles, hurricane news, and more in today's edition.
A new website for frequent flier miles, hurricane news, and more in today's edition.
August 15, 2007, 5:13 PM
Travelocity.com faces a penalty for booking passengers to Cuba—ouch.
Travelocity.com faces a penalty for booking passengers to Cuba—ouch.
August 15, 2007, 12:13 PM
Take a "repositioning" cruise—and you can save tons of cash.
Take a "repositioning" cruise—and you can save tons of cash.
August 15, 2007, 12:10 PM
You could leave tomorrow with all our great tips.
You could leave tomorrow with all our great tips.
August 15, 2007, 11:02 AM
Our favorite audio guides that can be downloaded for free.
Our favorite audio guides that can be downloaded for free.
August 15, 2007, 10:02 AM
A VP of this hip housewares company likes to roost in the land down under.
A VP of this hip housewares company likes to roost in the land down under.
August 14, 2007, 4:24 PM
It might be a rainy city, but with these prices, you won't mind.
It might be a rainy city, but with these prices, you won't mind.
August 14, 2007, 8:01 AM
Or you might not get the most pertinent information.
Or you might not get the most pertinent information.
August 13, 2007, 5:15 PM
It's the web agency's 72-hour sale.
It's the web agency's 72-hour sale.
August 13, 2007, 8:49 AM
Truth in airline advertising, new water slides, and more in today's edition of travel news.
Truth in airline advertising, new water slides, and more in today's edition of travel news.
August 12, 2007, 12:10 PM
Turns out he doesn't like waiting, either—but sometimes it's inevitable.
Turns out he doesn't like waiting, either—but sometimes it's inevitable.
August 10, 2007, 11:56 AM
Avoid unpleasant surprises with TV Trip's growing collection of unbiased hotel videos.
Avoid unpleasant surprises with TV Trip's growing collection of unbiased hotel videos.
August 9, 2007, 10:26 AM
New boarding plans for Southwest, a Disney update, workers are buying more days of vacation, and more news in today's edition.
New boarding plans for Southwest, a Disney update, workers are buying more days of vacation, and more news in today's edition.
August 8, 2007, 3:45 PM
Next time you're planning on hitting the highway, let MapQuest help.
Next time you're planning on hitting the highway, let MapQuest help.
August 7, 2007, 4:00 PM
European travelers will have to register their plans with the U.S. very soon.
European travelers will have to register their plans with the U.S. very soon.
August 7, 2007, 1:38 PM
The new low-cost carrier Virgin America takes flight, and I dropped by JFK airport this morning to receive a tour of one of its new planes.
The new low-cost carrier Virgin America takes flight, and I dropped by JFK airport this morning to receive a tour of one of its new planes.
August 6, 2007, 9:48 AM
Offering faster service (meaning you can do most of it yourself), this is surely one to put on your list.
Offering faster service (meaning you can do most of it yourself), this is surely one to put on your list.
August 3, 2007, 5:18 PM
One tempting reason is that you'll have a good chance of witnessing the Aurora Borealis, or northern lights.
One tempting reason is that you'll have a good chance of witnessing the Aurora Borealis, or northern lights.
August 3, 2007, 2:00 PM
Next time you visit the Big Island, why not skip the fancy resort and hop in a VW camper van?
Next time you visit the Big Island, why not skip the fancy resort and hop in a VW camper van?
August 3, 2007, 9:38 AM
Surprisingly, it's easier than you'd think.
Surprisingly, it's easier than you'd think.
August 2, 2007, 5:28 PM
An airfare sale for 20 Italian cities, a pilot shortage, and plans to test in-flight WiFi.
An airfare sale for 20 Italian cities, a pilot shortage, and plans to test in-flight WiFi.
August 2, 2007, 12:47 PM
Join a free 31-mile bike ride up and down the valley floor and you can check out organic farms and meet the folks behind them.
Join a free 31-mile bike ride up and down the valley floor and you can check out organic farms and meet the folks behind them.
August 2, 2007, 10:05 AM
It's possibly the worst side effect of flying—the travel hangover. Abide by this expert's tips, and you just might find a cure.
It's possibly the worst side effect of flying—the travel hangover. Abide by this expert's tips, and you just might find a cure.
August 1, 2007, 10:04 AM
Exploring Ojai, a reader tip, and the Roxbury motel in today's roundup.
Exploring Ojai, a reader tip, and the Roxbury motel in today's roundup.







