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Archive: October 2008
October 31, 2008, 4:38 PM
With the dollar stronger than it has been in years, should you lock in today's exchange rates with a clever new product, the pre-paid currency card?
With the dollar stronger than it has been in years, should you lock in today's exchange rates with a clever new product, the pre-paid currency card?
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October 31, 2008, 2:25 PM
A new hotel is helping you include sustainable and volunteer travel during your stay, with rates from $89.
A new hotel is helping you include sustainable and volunteer travel during your stay, with rates from $89.
October 31, 2008, 11:10 AM
Haunted prisons and inns, Frankenstein's castle, travel horror movies, and "No trick or treat" posters.
Haunted prisons and inns, Frankenstein's castle, travel horror movies, and "No trick or treat" posters.
October 31, 2008, 9:40 AM
The booking agency shares data on which flight routes are yielding the most refund checks through its Price Assurance program.
The booking agency shares data on which flight routes are yielding the most refund checks through its Price Assurance program.
October 31, 2008, 9:38 AM
Coffee's not the main thing when it comes to going to cafés in Paris
Coffee's not the main thing when it comes to going to cafés in Paris
October 30, 2008, 3:23 PM
Every night after dusk until November 17th, Madison Square Park will be embellished with these interwoven rays of pulsing light as an expression of the vital signs of its inhabitants.
Every night after dusk until November 17th, Madison Square Park will be embellished with these interwoven rays of pulsing light as an expression of the vital signs of its inhabitants.
October 30, 2008, 1:45 PM
Check out some CNN video of the spooky walking tours and Halloween destinations we recently wrote about.
Check out some CNN video of the spooky walking tours and Halloween destinations we recently wrote about.
October 30, 2008, 1:28 PM
The stylish Hoxton Hotel in London will put 500 rooms on sale tomorrow for less than $2 each, plus more rooms at deep discount.
The stylish Hoxton Hotel in London will put 500 rooms on sale tomorrow for less than $2 each, plus more rooms at deep discount.
October 30, 2008, 9:42 AM
A couple of hotels with high style and low prices in Paris, as seen by our Paris embed.
A couple of hotels with high style and low prices in Paris, as seen by our Paris embed.
October 29, 2008, 1:25 PM
Thrifty is offering a rental fee for mid-size cars of just $1 a day.
Thrifty is offering a rental fee for mid-size cars of just $1 a day.
October 29, 2008, 1:03 PM
Greg Witt has guided mountaineering expeditions in the Andes, hiked through African jungles, and led archeological expeditions across Arabian deserts. What's his advice for budget travelers?
Greg Witt has guided mountaineering expeditions in the Andes, hiked through African jungles, and led archeological expeditions across Arabian deserts. What's his advice for budget travelers?
October 29, 2008, 9:36 AM
On Friday, Germany decided that it would not allow its airports to use full-body scanner security checks. Look at photos of the scans to find out why.
On Friday, Germany decided that it would not allow its airports to use full-body scanner security checks. Look at photos of the scans to find out why.
October 29, 2008, 8:49 AM
As of this morning, LinkedIn members will be able to add a TripIt application to their profiles; anytime they want to share information about a trip they're taking, they can just add the info to the TripIt app.
As of this morning, LinkedIn members will be able to add a TripIt application to their profiles; anytime they want to share information about a trip they're taking, they can just add the info to the TripIt app.
October 28, 2008, 6:20 PM
Krispy Kreme is giving away free donuts on November 4th to anyone who votes in the general election.
Krispy Kreme is giving away free donuts on November 4th to anyone who votes in the general election.
October 28, 2008, 5:39 PM
Today, Continental Airlines announced that it will waive fees for the first checked bag for Continental Airlines Chase credit and debit cardmembers.
Today, Continental Airlines announced that it will waive fees for the first checked bag for Continental Airlines Chase credit and debit cardmembers.
October 28, 2008, 12:53 PM
The Pop Art phenom's political works are on display in Manchester, N.H.
The Pop Art phenom's political works are on display in Manchester, N.H.
October 28, 2008, 10:30 AM
Carnival and Royal Caribbean refund guests the fee for sailings in 2009 if the price of oil remained under a certain amount. For Carnival, that price is $70 per barrel; for Royal Caribbean, it's $65.
Carnival and Royal Caribbean refund guests the fee for sailings in 2009 if the price of oil remained under a certain amount. For Carnival, that price is $70 per barrel; for Royal Caribbean, it's $65.
October 27, 2008, 4:34 PM
On a French train, a young passenger's cell phone fell into the toilet bowl on the train. When he reached down to get it, the suction system trapped his hand.
On a French train, a young passenger's cell phone fell into the toilet bowl on the train. When he reached down to get it, the suction system trapped his hand.
October 27, 2008, 12:43 PM
100 abandoned places, why US Airways loves its extra charges, and making a trip to Delaware.
100 abandoned places, why US Airways loves its extra charges, and making a trip to Delaware.
October 27, 2008, 11:58 AM
A new gondola and a new tram offer new thrills at two great skiing locations.
A new gondola and a new tram offer new thrills at two great skiing locations.
October 27, 2008, 9:32 AM
The rules for hotel rewards point programs keep changing, especially when it comes to "blackout" dates for redemption. Here's the latest.
The rules for hotel rewards point programs keep changing, especially when it comes to "blackout" dates for redemption. Here's the latest.
October 24, 2008, 12:42 PM
Get to know a few families in Caracas, Jakarta, Mumbai, and Nairobi through engrossing photos and audio clips.
Get to know a few families in Caracas, Jakarta, Mumbai, and Nairobi through engrossing photos and audio clips.
October 24, 2008, 9:49 AM
We'd have saved ourselves a lot of heartache at our rental in Missouri if we had read Budget Travel's new Vacation Rental Handbook.
We'd have saved ourselves a lot of heartache at our rental in Missouri if we had read Budget Travel's new Vacation Rental Handbook.
October 23, 2008, 5:56 PM
A flight attendant talks about her top pet peeves. The craziest and most common thing? Strapping their carry on bag's carrying strap around their feet.
A flight attendant talks about her top pet peeves. The craziest and most common thing? Strapping their carry on bag's carrying strap around their feet.
October 23, 2008, 5:15 PM
New TSA rule: Fliers must provide full name and birth date, starting in 2009. Plus free ski offers for kids and other news.
New TSA rule: Fliers must provide full name and birth date, starting in 2009. Plus free ski offers for kids and other news.
October 23, 2008, 4:28 PM
A few ways to save in New York City.
A few ways to save in New York City.
October 23, 2008, 4:07 PM
In lean economic times, it will be harder to make an income from a personal travel blog.
In lean economic times, it will be harder to make an income from a personal travel blog.
October 23, 2008, 3:40 PM
Your iPhone replaces "all those little buttons you see on the in-room telephones" at many hotels for ordering room service, setting a wake up call, or requesting missing toiletries.
Your iPhone replaces "all those little buttons you see on the in-room telephones" at many hotels for ordering room service, setting a wake up call, or requesting missing toiletries.
October 23, 2008, 12:03 PM
In one of our latest articles, there's a Czech soup, made with caraway seed and potatoes, that the author ordered every chance she got during her bicycle trip across Europe. Here's the recipe!
In one of our latest articles, there's a Czech soup, made with caraway seed and potatoes, that the author ordered every chance she got during her bicycle trip across Europe. Here's the recipe!
October 23, 2008, 11:38 AM
This agreement brings to an end a months'-long spat between American and Kayak, which owns Sidestep, too.
This agreement brings to an end a months'-long spat between American and Kayak, which owns Sidestep, too.
October 23, 2008, 10:25 AM
Here are a few free tours that allow you to see what else the Orlando has to offer.
Here are a few free tours that allow you to see what else the Orlando has to offer.
October 22, 2008, 3:10 PM
Book by deadline is November 15 (and you have to pay in full by then, too) on travel through Oct. 31, 2009.
Book by deadline is November 15 (and you have to pay in full by then, too) on travel through Oct. 31, 2009.
October 22, 2008, 2:38 PM
Is anyone getting cheap flights home on Thanksgiving anymore?
Is anyone getting cheap flights home on Thanksgiving anymore?
October 22, 2008, 9:30 AM
The American Royal Complex hosts rodeos, livestock competitions, and horse shows for five weeks each fall. Find out what's doing there this weekend.
The American Royal Complex hosts rodeos, livestock competitions, and horse shows for five weeks each fall. Find out what's doing there this weekend.
October 21, 2008, 5:51 PM
The first online offer collapsed because of a server overload from too many visitors. This time, you'll go to a different site that can handle the excess traffic. Apply on Thursday at 10 a.m. Eastern.
The first online offer collapsed because of a server overload from too many visitors. This time, you'll go to a different site that can handle the excess traffic. Apply on Thursday at 10 a.m. Eastern.
October 21, 2008, 12:34 PM
Amtrak is now offering Americans the discounted rail passes that previously only foreign visitors could buy.
Amtrak is now offering Americans the discounted rail passes that previously only foreign visitors could buy.
October 21, 2008, 10:47 AM
The new Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway is a mile-long park that follows the path of the former highway all the way to the Charles River.
The new Rose Fitzgerald Kennedy Greenway is a mile-long park that follows the path of the former highway all the way to the Charles River.
October 20, 2008, 3:59 PM
Three tips for making the most of your in-room drip coffee maker.
Three tips for making the most of your in-room drip coffee maker.
October 20, 2008, 1:47 PM
New travel rules for 2009, weird statues throughout the world, and some highly enviable hotel jobs.
New travel rules for 2009, weird statues throughout the world, and some highly enviable hotel jobs.
October 20, 2008, 1:04 PM
Royal Caribbean is floating (excuse the pun) the concept of charging more for items like premium steaks in its main dining rooms.
Royal Caribbean is floating (excuse the pun) the concept of charging more for items like premium steaks in its main dining rooms.
October 20, 2008, 8:59 AM
If you are planning on traveling to Dublin in the summer, why not stay at beautiful and historic Trinity College?
If you are planning on traveling to Dublin in the summer, why not stay at beautiful and historic Trinity College?
October 18, 2008, 9:01 AM
Book now to fly on dates in November or next May from Los Angeles (or San Francisco) direct to Sydney (or Brisbane).
Book now to fly on dates in November or next May from Los Angeles (or San Francisco) direct to Sydney (or Brisbane).
October 17, 2008, 11:20 AM
IgoUgo puts together a list of intriguing destinations, such as a town that has had a fire burning underneath it for 46 years and a hill of crosses that will spook you out.
IgoUgo puts together a list of intriguing destinations, such as a town that has had a fire burning underneath it for 46 years and a hill of crosses that will spook you out.
October 17, 2008, 9:57 AM
Whereabouts Press adds more editions to its Traveler's Literary Companion series.
Whereabouts Press adds more editions to its Traveler's Literary Companion series.
October 16, 2008, 3:30 PM
Want to try to stay somewhere for free, but have a skeptical spouse? Worried about the safety of your valuables. Our house-swapping expert can help.
Want to try to stay somewhere for free, but have a skeptical spouse? Worried about the safety of your valuables. Our house-swapping expert can help.
October 16, 2008, 2:55 PM
We recognize Southwest and other companies going out of their way to make travel easier and more affordable during an especially trying time for trip-goers.
We recognize Southwest and other companies going out of their way to make travel easier and more affordable during an especially trying time for trip-goers.
October 16, 2008, 2:32 PM
Why isn't there a rating system or certification system for the eco-friendliness of hotels?
Why isn't there a rating system or certification system for the eco-friendliness of hotels?
October 16, 2008, 11:25 AM
A lavishly illustrated book that is a companion to the American Public Television series "Equitrekking," will inspire you. Our horse loving reader tells about a New York City reading tonight.
A lavishly illustrated book that is a companion to the American Public Television series "Equitrekking," will inspire you. Our horse loving reader tells about a New York City reading tonight.
October 15, 2008, 2:16 PM
More airports are offering flu shots. We point you to a helpful list.
More airports are offering flu shots. We point you to a helpful list.
October 15, 2008, 8:46 AM
Fall ArtWalk 2008 will feature more than 50 arts venues.
Fall ArtWalk 2008 will feature more than 50 arts venues.
October 14, 2008, 4:35 PM
The city has been busy making the center of town immaculate.
The city has been busy making the center of town immaculate.
October 14, 2008, 4:13 PM
Super-accessorized hammocks, solar-powered water bottles, and highly portable wine make the list.
Super-accessorized hammocks, solar-powered water bottles, and highly portable wine make the list.
October 14, 2008, 9:38 AM
The interactive museum reopens this weekend with three times the exhibit space.
The interactive museum reopens this weekend with three times the exhibit space.
October 13, 2008, 2:21 PM
A truly underground hotel, the best time to travel "ever", sandboarding in Oregon, and other news from the past week.
A truly underground hotel, the best time to travel "ever", sandboarding in Oregon, and other news from the past week.
October 13, 2008, 12:45 PM
The most imaginary country you've never heard of.
The most imaginary country you've never heard of.
October 10, 2008, 3:34 PM
Vote for us for "best travel blog."
Vote for us for "best travel blog."
October 10, 2008, 11:46 AM
The U.S. dollar's buying power has doubled in the past year.
The U.S. dollar's buying power has doubled in the past year.
October 10, 2008, 11:15 AM
What happened when several passengers realized a bus was heading in the wrong direction.
What happened when several passengers realized a bus was heading in the wrong direction.
October 10, 2008, 10:53 AM
A roundup of the best websites for finding travel deals (including BudgetTravel.com, of course).
A roundup of the best websites for finding travel deals (including BudgetTravel.com, of course).
October 10, 2008, 10:42 AM
American and Delta aim to crack down on porn-watchers.
American and Delta aim to crack down on porn-watchers.
October 10, 2008, 10:14 AM
Tips from travelers nationwide on how to enjoy high culture at low prices.
Tips from travelers nationwide on how to enjoy high culture at low prices.
October 9, 2008, 11:13 AM
Boston has launched Walk to the Sea, a new historical pedestrian route.
Boston has launched Walk to the Sea, a new historical pedestrian route.
October 9, 2008, 9:56 AM
A quirky new send-up of Western movies--which got rave reviews in Paris--is touring mid-size cities and towns in the U.S. later this month.
A quirky new send-up of Western movies--which got rave reviews in Paris--is touring mid-size cities and towns in the U.S. later this month.
October 8, 2008, 1:49 PM
The Times Square Exposé Tour is worth taking. It'll open your eyes to the neighborhood's good, bad, and even ugly history.
The Times Square Exposé Tour is worth taking. It'll open your eyes to the neighborhood's good, bad, and even ugly history.
October 8, 2008, 9:53 AM
Taste of Atlanta will have more than 70 local restaurants participating in a large food festival.
Taste of Atlanta will have more than 70 local restaurants participating in a large food festival.
October 7, 2008, 5:31 PM
Take a look at this stop-motion video that in a couple of minutes shows you what 24 hours of air traffic would look like if you were watching from a satellite rotating the Earth.
Take a look at this stop-motion video that in a couple of minutes shows you what 24 hours of air traffic would look like if you were watching from a satellite rotating the Earth.
October 7, 2008, 2:05 PM
The euro is $1.37, the Canadian dollar is back at 91 cents, and Mexico is looking cheaper than ever.
The euro is $1.37, the Canadian dollar is back at 91 cents, and Mexico is looking cheaper than ever.
October 7, 2008, 1:06 PM
Your questions on India are answered by a writer who recently updated Fodor's India guidebook.
Your questions on India are answered by a writer who recently updated Fodor's India guidebook.
October 7, 2008, 10:37 AM
Next year may be your last chance to sleep in a grain silo in Akron, Ohio.
Next year may be your last chance to sleep in a grain silo in Akron, Ohio.
October 6, 2008, 11:34 AM
Cheap Broadway seats, what to see in Big 10 college towns, and other stories worth checking out.
Cheap Broadway seats, what to see in Big 10 college towns, and other stories worth checking out.
October 6, 2008, 8:53 AM
The carrier is dropping the $25 fee it had enacted to check a second bag on flights. When will U.S. airlines mirror the move?
The carrier is dropping the $25 fee it had enacted to check a second bag on flights. When will U.S. airlines mirror the move?
October 4, 2008, 12:04 PM
We talked on a national radio show about our recent blog post on the new cruise trend called disegalitarianism.
We talked on a national radio show about our recent blog post on the new cruise trend called disegalitarianism.
October 3, 2008, 10:22 AM
The architect who designed Honolulu's airport has a retrospective on in New Haven, Conn. Check out our slide show!
The architect who designed Honolulu's airport has a retrospective on in New Haven, Conn. Check out our slide show!
October 2, 2008, 5:32 PM
In this brief webcast, Joanna Goddard shares tips learned during her many years of house-swapping, which included stays in other people's homes in L.A., Paris, and Switzerland.
In this brief webcast, Joanna Goddard shares tips learned during her many years of house-swapping, which included stays in other people's homes in L.A., Paris, and Switzerland.
October 2, 2008, 4:24 PM
An anti-smoking fine of $5 goes into effect.
An anti-smoking fine of $5 goes into effect.
October 2, 2008, 3:46 PM
How do you manage to travel cheaply in today's economy?
How do you manage to travel cheaply in today's economy?
October 2, 2008, 12:29 PM
A new bus line to help connect many of San Francisco's biggest museums and galleries.
A new bus line to help connect many of San Francisco's biggest museums and galleries.
October 2, 2008, 11:12 AM
On your next trip to New York City, consider spending a vicarious day in Tokyo by visiting the following three, no-frills Japanese retailers.
On your next trip to New York City, consider spending a vicarious day in Tokyo by visiting the following three, no-frills Japanese retailers.
October 1, 2008, 12:58 PM
More than 700 hot-air balloons, including one shaped like Darth Vader, will take to the skies.
More than 700 hot-air balloons, including one shaped like Darth Vader, will take to the skies.
October 1, 2008, 12:13 PM
An online auction goes awry.
An online auction goes awry.
October 1, 2008, 12:10 PM
A new website makes it easier to book a car rental without feeling guilty about your environmental impact by offering free carbon-offset credits plus tips on driving efficiently.
A new website makes it easier to book a car rental without feeling guilty about your environmental impact by offering free carbon-offset credits plus tips on driving efficiently.
October 1, 2008, 8:31 AM
Starting today, Hudson News stores at airports nationwide will sell the short-term DVD "rentals."
Starting today, Hudson News stores at airports nationwide will sell the short-term DVD "rentals."
