Archive: November 2007
November 30, 2007, 2:49 PM
A free holiday light show dubbed Kaleidoscope returns to the beautifully restored main concourse of Grand Central Terminal on Saturday, December 1.
A free holiday light show dubbed Kaleidoscope returns to the beautifully restored main concourse of Grand Central Terminal on Saturday, December 1.
November 30, 2007, 9:45 AM
Many readers commented on Erik Torkells' blog post "Adding fees after you've already paid?!"
Many readers commented on Erik Torkells' blog post "Adding fees after you've already paid?!"
November 29, 2007, 8:30 AM
Hot tips on renting cars from Alex Frankel, author of Punching In and resident undercover Enterprise employee.
Hot tips on renting cars from Alex Frankel, author of Punching In and resident undercover Enterprise employee.
November 28, 2007, 7:44 PM
Carnival, Costa, Cunard, Holland America, Princess, and Seabourn are charging fuel surcharges of $5 a day for sailings that depart on or after Feb. 1, 2008.
Carnival, Costa, Cunard, Holland America, Princess, and Seabourn are charging fuel surcharges of $5 a day for sailings that depart on or after Feb. 1, 2008.
November 28, 2007, 2:33 PM
It turns out that Florida's tourism office has created an online guide to movie-quest (and TV-quest) sightseeing in the Sunshine State.
It turns out that Florida's tourism office has created an online guide to movie-quest (and TV-quest) sightseeing in the Sunshine State.
November 28, 2007, 7:25 AM
What's your favorite? We've collected some really cool ones—see them here.
What's your favorite? We've collected some really cool ones—see them here.
November 27, 2007, 8:40 AM
It's unheard of, right? You agree to a price and pay, and that's it. Not in the cruise industry.
It's unheard of, right? You agree to a price and pay, and that's it. Not in the cruise industry.
November 26, 2007, 10:32 AM
Help one of our staffers decide what to do that's low-key in Denver—any suggestions for the best coffee?
Help one of our staffers decide what to do that's low-key in Denver—any suggestions for the best coffee?
November 21, 2007, 3:04 PM
TSA officials at airport checkpoints have confiscated millions of items annually; chain saws, fuzzy handcuffs, nunchucks among the craziest.
TSA officials at airport checkpoints have confiscated millions of items annually; chain saws, fuzzy handcuffs, nunchucks among the craziest.
November 21, 2007, 1:11 PM
In a whirlwind of a trip, a few videographers captured quite a funny little clip—enjoy it here.
In a whirlwind of a trip, a few videographers captured quite a funny little clip—enjoy it here.
November 21, 2007, 11:08 AM
Remember that over the holidays, travel will be tough. Read one traveler's story about helping others.
Remember that over the holidays, travel will be tough. Read one traveler's story about helping others.
November 20, 2007, 10:45 AM
You know those sorta-bookish, sorta-edgy glasses Johnny Depp is always wearing? I became obsessed with them recently when I decided I needed glasses, so I did some research.
You know those sorta-bookish, sorta-edgy glasses Johnny Depp is always wearing? I became obsessed with them recently when I decided I needed glasses, so I did some research.
November 19, 2007, 1:01 PM
The ultimate website for packing well is OneBag.com.
The ultimate website for packing well is OneBag.com.
November 19, 2007, 10:28 AM
Help one of our staffers plan an excursion to Finger Lakes—any wineries you like?
Help one of our staffers plan an excursion to Finger Lakes—any wineries you like?
November 16, 2007, 12:49 PM
It's one of the busiest flight times of the year—can the government ease the congestion?
It's one of the busiest flight times of the year—can the government ease the congestion?
November 16, 2007, 10:17 AM
Travelers who are involuntarily bumped from a flight when it is oversold may start receiving better treatment next summer.
Travelers who are involuntarily bumped from a flight when it is oversold may start receiving better treatment next summer.
November 16, 2007, 10:08 AM
Are they unfairly targeting airlines? We talked to two experts.
Are they unfairly targeting airlines? We talked to two experts.
November 15, 2007, 8:51 AM
And it involves balloons—a lot of balloons. Read more in this hilarious excerpt.
And it involves balloons—a lot of balloons. Read more in this hilarious excerpt.
November 14, 2007, 11:58 AM
Pope Benedict XVI will visit Washington, D.C., and New York City next year.
Pope Benedict XVI will visit Washington, D.C., and New York City next year.
November 14, 2007, 8:53 AM
When two Brits researched their expose, they uncovered some hilarious, ghastly, and amazing stories.
When two Brits researched their expose, they uncovered some hilarious, ghastly, and amazing stories.
November 13, 2007, 3:19 PM
Why call when you could email? One hotel chain is experimenting with this idea.
Why call when you could email? One hotel chain is experimenting with this idea.
November 13, 2007, 10:30 AM
Regardless of who's traveling or where they're going, the couples and families we send on trips for our Trip Coach column eventually all ask the same question: Where should we eat?
Regardless of who's traveling or where they're going, the couples and families we send on trips for our Trip Coach column eventually all ask the same question: Where should we eat?
November 12, 2007, 4:36 PM
While in Boston the weekend before last, my partner and I had a crummy hotel experience.
While in Boston the weekend before last, my partner and I had a crummy hotel experience.
November 12, 2007, 10:34 AM
You can help one staffer plan a trip to New Orleans.
You can help one staffer plan a trip to New Orleans.
November 12, 2007, 9:15 AM
The case: Three disabled people who like to use Segways are suing Walt Disney World in federal court.
The case: Three disabled people who like to use Segways are suing Walt Disney World in federal court.
November 9, 2007, 4:58 PM
Earlier this week, the city welcomed the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (UCCA).
Earlier this week, the city welcomed the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (UCCA).
November 9, 2007, 11:16 AM
We're launching a new column for our magazine, Girlfriend Getaways, and we want to hear from you.
We're launching a new column for our magazine, Girlfriend Getaways, and we want to hear from you.
November 9, 2007, 8:40 AM
Passport prices and Cuban travel make for titillating topics—read all the comments in our post.
Passport prices and Cuban travel make for titillating topics—read all the comments in our post.
November 8, 2007, 3:10 PM
You can now see updated info on cloud cover, Doppler radar, temperatures, and weather forecasts for major cities worldwide—get all the goods here.
You can now see updated info on cloud cover, Doppler radar, temperatures, and weather forecasts for major cities worldwide—get all the goods here.
November 8, 2007, 9:57 AM
The reason why might surprise you, but the advice is sound.
The reason why might surprise you, but the advice is sound.
November 8, 2007, 7:45 AM
About 50 readers responded to our recent post, "Dumb websites are turning off travelers."
About 50 readers responded to our recent post, "Dumb websites are turning off travelers."
November 7, 2007, 5:00 PM
Discount airline Southwest has introduced a new Business Select fare that is $10 to $30 higher each-way but comes with a guarantee that the buyer will be among the first to board the plane.
Discount airline Southwest has introduced a new Business Select fare that is $10 to $30 higher each-way but comes with a guarantee that the buyer will be among the first to board the plane.
November 7, 2007, 1:28 PM
Know before you go—check out our helpful rule redux, and you'll be traveling smart.
Know before you go—check out our helpful rule redux, and you'll be traveling smart.
November 7, 2007, 12:46 PM
We see a showdown coming up—Italy takes on it's challengers in the Guinness Book of World Records.
We see a showdown coming up—Italy takes on it's challengers in the Guinness Book of World Records.
November 7, 2007, 10:18 AM
Stay worry-free on vacation with the TravelSafe 100.
Stay worry-free on vacation with the TravelSafe 100.
November 7, 2007, 9:10 AM
Every now and then it stuns me anew that Americans are not allowed to travel freely to Cuba.
Every now and then it stuns me anew that Americans are not allowed to travel freely to Cuba.
November 6, 2007, 3:25 PM
Feel like doing some good today?
Feel like doing some good today?
November 6, 2007, 12:55 PM
This impressive new attraction will reach about 682 feet into the sky—do you dare take a ride?
This impressive new attraction will reach about 682 feet into the sky—do you dare take a ride?
November 6, 2007, 11:50 AM
And made a tidy profit to cover "other expenses." We want to know what you think.
And made a tidy profit to cover "other expenses." We want to know what you think.
November 6, 2007, 8:24 AM
Food matters—the way it brings people together, gives us insight into other cultures, reminds us to slow down, or, when it's really good, completely stops us in our tracks.
Food matters—the way it brings people together, gives us insight into other cultures, reminds us to slow down, or, when it's really good, completely stops us in our tracks.
November 5, 2007, 10:35 AM
Help one of our editors with her travel plans to Vietnam. Know of any good places to shop?
Help one of our editors with her travel plans to Vietnam. Know of any good places to shop?
November 5, 2007, 9:40 AM
Cathay Pacific is adding better seats to its airplanes.
Cathay Pacific is adding better seats to its airplanes.
November 2, 2007, 12:59 PM
Windjammer Barefoot Cruises has long been known for a party-hearty philosophy (its first boat was named Hangover). But the company has recently been hit by various financial problems.
Windjammer Barefoot Cruises has long been known for a party-hearty philosophy (its first boat was named Hangover). But the company has recently been hit by various financial problems.
November 2, 2007, 11:49 AM
The social-networking site of the hour begats the NewsTracker.
The social-networking site of the hour begats the NewsTracker.
November 1, 2007, 9:33 AM
Allen Birnbach, a professional photographer in Denver and Los Angeles, offers his tips on how to make your digital camera work for you.
Allen Birnbach, a professional photographer in Denver and Los Angeles, offers his tips on how to make your digital camera work for you.







