Archive: February 2010
February 26, 2010, 12:14 PM
We ask Travelocity's editor for tips.
We ask Travelocity's editor for tips.
February 26, 2010, 11:36 AM
It's probably wise to buy or renew your passport soon: The price for either service may be going up by $35.
It's probably wise to buy or renew your passport soon: The price for either service may be going up by $35.
February 26, 2010, 11:20 AM
…but two slices of bread with something in between? Now we're talking!
…but two slices of bread with something in between? Now we're talking!
February 25, 2010, 6:21 PM
Opening soon in the U.S., "Mid-August Lunch" adds nuance to the stereotypes that Italians love their food and their mamas.
Opening soon in the U.S., "Mid-August Lunch" adds nuance to the stereotypes that Italians love their food and their mamas.
February 25, 2010, 3:58 PM
A livestock festival offers a peek into French culture and a chance to meet Paris's Top Pigeon.
A livestock festival offers a peek into French culture and a chance to meet Paris's Top Pigeon.
February 25, 2010, 10:52 AM
This mother is excited by FamilyGetaway.com, which allows you to bid on vacation packages at deep discounts. The prices always include everyone in your crew, and bidding is quick and easy.
This mother is excited by FamilyGetaway.com, which allows you to bid on vacation packages at deep discounts. The prices always include everyone in your crew, and bidding is quick and easy.
February 24, 2010, 1:55 PM
Direct Air, a lesser-known carrier based in Myrtle Beach, S.C., is celebrating its fourth birthday with a sale knocking 50 percent off all flights.
Direct Air, a lesser-known carrier based in Myrtle Beach, S.C., is celebrating its fourth birthday with a sale knocking 50 percent off all flights.
February 24, 2010, 12:45 PM
You don't have to go to Napa to taste delicious wines.
You don't have to go to Napa to taste delicious wines.
February 23, 2010, 2:33 PM
Baggage fees and other nickel-and-dime strategies may net airlines some short-term revenues. But at what cost? There's no doubt that such practices are annoying the heck out of customers.
Baggage fees and other nickel-and-dime strategies may net airlines some short-term revenues. But at what cost? There's no doubt that such practices are annoying the heck out of customers.
February 23, 2010, 1:56 PM
About 500 lamps brighten 84 miles.
About 500 lamps brighten 84 miles.
February 22, 2010, 12:20 PM
At his museum at 221b Baker Street.
At his museum at 221b Baker Street.
February 19, 2010, 2:23 PM
Scam alert: If you get a phone call saying that you'll get a free Caribbean cruise just for taking part in a brief survey, it's probably best to hang up.
Scam alert: If you get a phone call saying that you'll get a free Caribbean cruise just for taking part in a brief survey, it's probably best to hang up.
February 19, 2010, 10:55 AM
A spate of sales and fairs.
A spate of sales and fairs.
February 19, 2010, 9:56 AM
Guidebooks are obviously good for helping you plan a trip. But what do you do with the book when your trip is over?
Guidebooks are obviously good for helping you plan a trip. But what do you do with the book when your trip is over?
February 18, 2010, 12:01 PM
Free walking tours, Blues jams, and Kennedy Center performances!
Free walking tours, Blues jams, and Kennedy Center performances!
February 18, 2010, 11:11 AM
The city's hidden stairways offer killer views.
The city's hidden stairways offer killer views.
February 17, 2010, 5:29 PM
See the wild costumes, impromptu parades, and bead-hungry crowds that keep the good times rolling in NOLA.
See the wild costumes, impromptu parades, and bead-hungry crowds that keep the good times rolling in NOLA.
February 17, 2010, 11:44 AM
Tim Zagat, co-founder of the famous restaurant survey, shares the top bang for the buck restaurants and newest attractions in Vancouver for post-Olympics fun.
Tim Zagat, co-founder of the famous restaurant survey, shares the top bang for the buck restaurants and newest attractions in Vancouver for post-Olympics fun.
February 17, 2010, 6:00 AM
Before (and after!) you book your flight on Kayak, you will soon also be able to keep tabs on fare fluctuations, so you can get any applicable credits or cash back from the airline if the price drops.
Before (and after!) you book your flight on Kayak, you will soon also be able to keep tabs on fare fluctuations, so you can get any applicable credits or cash back from the airline if the price drops.
February 16, 2010, 4:26 PM
Keep track of your trip's essential details, from hotels to tour bookings, with new free service TripTracker, which automatically hoovers up your info, letting you access it on the go.
Keep track of your trip's essential details, from hotels to tour bookings, with new free service TripTracker, which automatically hoovers up your info, letting you access it on the go.
February 16, 2010, 11:12 AM
What does the extra restaurant charge mean?
What does the extra restaurant charge mean?
February 12, 2010, 3:28 PM
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
February 12, 2010, 2:39 PM
Photos of a rare snowfall today in Rome.
Photos of a rare snowfall today in Rome.
February 12, 2010, 2:10 PM
This week, the Vietnamese dong was devalued by more than 3 percent, on top of an earlier cut of 5 percent, and the dollar is stronger than ever against it.
This week, the Vietnamese dong was devalued by more than 3 percent, on top of an earlier cut of 5 percent, and the dollar is stronger than ever against it.
February 12, 2010, 11:25 AM
The product made a splash a while back when it came on the market. But I can't recall ever seeing anyone using one on a plane.
The product made a splash a while back when it came on the market. But I can't recall ever seeing anyone using one on a plane.
February 11, 2010, 3:21 PM
The sweetest part of Carnival season is frappe and castagnole—get 'em while you can!
The sweetest part of Carnival season is frappe and castagnole—get 'em while you can!
February 11, 2010, 12:19 PM
Hungry for an authentic island experience? Discover Johnny cakes, reggae rhythms, and other tropical treats in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Hungry for an authentic island experience? Discover Johnny cakes, reggae rhythms, and other tropical treats in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
February 11, 2010, 12:04 PM
An industry player sees more last-minute bookings, and more blind-booking deals on rental cars.
An industry player sees more last-minute bookings, and more blind-booking deals on rental cars.
February 11, 2010, 10:54 AM
Reserve tickets now for the March debut.
Reserve tickets now for the March debut.
February 10, 2010, 4:22 PM
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
February 10, 2010, 3:32 PM
Double rooms at this West Village hotel are now available for booking.
Double rooms at this West Village hotel are now available for booking.
February 10, 2010, 2:54 PM
During the snowstorm.
During the snowstorm.
February 10, 2010, 1:27 PM
Shabu shabu is the Japanese version of Chinese hot pot.
Shabu shabu is the Japanese version of Chinese hot pot.
February 9, 2010, 1:18 PM
Chocolate truffles, a hilltop stroll, and an intimate meal are key ingredients.
Chocolate truffles, a hilltop stroll, and an intimate meal are key ingredients.
February 9, 2010, 11:52 AM
One blabs about every detail of their trips online. The other keeps most things private. Partners aren't always on the same page when it comes to Facebook and travel.
One blabs about every detail of their trips online. The other keeps most things private. Partners aren't always on the same page when it comes to Facebook and travel.
February 9, 2010, 10:33 AM
Most people love the idea of getting together with loads of family members and friends, especially if you're gathering in a fun spot. Do you have questions about how to pull it off successfully? Ask away.
Most people love the idea of getting together with loads of family members and friends, especially if you're gathering in a fun spot. Do you have questions about how to pull it off successfully? Ask away.
February 8, 2010, 5:16 PM
This Friday brings Vancouver's turn in the spotlight, but back in August 2008, all eyes were on Beijing, whose cutting-edge stadiums are now looking lonely.
This Friday brings Vancouver's turn in the spotlight, but back in August 2008, all eyes were on Beijing, whose cutting-edge stadiums are now looking lonely.
February 8, 2010, 12:17 PM
From the best beaches, best "shaved ice," and best times to go, a Hawaii guide book writer has the answers you need for planning a trip to Hawaii.
From the best beaches, best "shaved ice," and best times to go, a Hawaii guide book writer has the answers you need for planning a trip to Hawaii.
February 5, 2010, 3:25 PM
Ideas for Sundays, Valentine's Day, and other days this month.
Ideas for Sundays, Valentine's Day, and other days this month.
February 5, 2010, 2:45 PM
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
February 5, 2010, 2:23 PM
From dancing to gallery-hopping.
From dancing to gallery-hopping.
February 4, 2010, 3:46 PM
Sales so fast even we have trouble keeping up, from CheapCaribbean.com.
Sales so fast even we have trouble keeping up, from CheapCaribbean.com.
February 4, 2010, 1:14 PM
For every day you opt out of housekeeping at a Starwood hotel, you'll get 500 bonus loyalty points or a $5 credit at the hotel restaurant.
For every day you opt out of housekeeping at a Starwood hotel, you'll get 500 bonus loyalty points or a $5 credit at the hotel restaurant.
February 4, 2010, 11:05 AM
The way to get the most space and privacy for your dollar may well be to rent a vacation home. The deepest discounts come at the last-minute, and a new website helps you find the best offers.
The way to get the most space and privacy for your dollar may well be to rent a vacation home. The deepest discounts come at the last-minute, and a new website helps you find the best offers.
February 4, 2010, 9:09 AM
Trip Rx from Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project: Pack early, use your electronic devices sparingly, and bring some almonds to smooth out the dips in your blood sugar.
Trip Rx from Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project: Pack early, use your electronic devices sparingly, and bring some almonds to smooth out the dips in your blood sugar.
February 3, 2010, 4:41 PM
Is "packing light" reasonable advice for families? Or is it unrealistic?
Is "packing light" reasonable advice for families? Or is it unrealistic?
February 3, 2010, 3:19 PM
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
February 3, 2010, 3:07 PM
Lift tickets are discounted at 44 ski resorts around the country this Sunday.
Lift tickets are discounted at 44 ski resorts around the country this Sunday.
February 3, 2010, 2:31 PM
After-dark parties at MOMA, the deYoung, and the Exploratorium are on our radar.
After-dark parties at MOMA, the deYoung, and the Exploratorium are on our radar.
February 2, 2010, 12:20 PM
TripAdvisor dished some serious dirt last week with the release of a list of the Dirtiest Hotels around the world, based on traveler reviews. Some hotels are threatening to sue.
TripAdvisor dished some serious dirt last week with the release of a list of the Dirtiest Hotels around the world, based on traveler reviews. Some hotels are threatening to sue.
February 2, 2010, 10:40 AM
Feel Super Bowl fever among the fans in each team's hometown, without paying a high price.
Feel Super Bowl fever among the fans in each team's hometown, without paying a high price.
February 1, 2010, 11:49 AM
Air New Zealand has introduced a new couch-style seating arrangement, with cushions that flip up to make for comfortable and easy lounging. Most innovative of all: The Skycouch is in economy class.
Air New Zealand has introduced a new couch-style seating arrangement, with cushions that flip up to make for comfortable and easy lounging. Most innovative of all: The Skycouch is in economy class.
February 1, 2010, 10:10 AM
Five things on our calendar for February.
Five things on our calendar for February.







