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Archive: January 2011
January 31, 2011, 4:51 PM
Thought your frequent flier program was big? Think again. Expedia's revamped loyalty program for flights as well as hotels could make your favorite frequent flier program seem inadequate.
Thought your frequent flier program was big? Think again. Expedia's revamped loyalty program for flights as well as hotels could make your favorite frequent flier program seem inadequate.
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January 31, 2011, 1:35 PM
Ludicrously affordable globe-trotting could be yours. Sign up for a new airline mileage credit card and you'll receive a generous signing bonus in frequent flier miles.
Ludicrously affordable globe-trotting could be yours. Sign up for a new airline mileage credit card and you'll receive a generous signing bonus in frequent flier miles.
January 28, 2011, 2:25 PM
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday tend to have the lowest prices for tickets, say studies.
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday tend to have the lowest prices for tickets, say studies.
January 28, 2011, 2:12 PM
Yes, this can happen to somebody who is in the business, and who travels all the time.
Yes, this can happen to somebody who is in the business, and who travels all the time.
January 28, 2011, 12:03 PM
BiddingTraveler.com helps you play the name-your-own price game for hotels on Priceline.
BiddingTraveler.com helps you play the name-your-own price game for hotels on Priceline.
January 27, 2011, 1:58 PM
More than a million homes and apartments have been rented by the day via AirBnB. Here's what the fuss is about.
More than a million homes and apartments have been rented by the day via AirBnB. Here's what the fuss is about.
January 26, 2011, 11:06 AM
You know the moment…the plane is prepared for take-off, the seatbelt lights come on, the flight attendants announce that it’s time to turn off all electronic devices…and you…keep texting…or do you?
You know the moment…the plane is prepared for take-off, the seatbelt lights come on, the flight attendants announce that it’s time to turn off all electronic devices…and you…keep texting…or do you?
January 25, 2011, 1:40 PM
This morning, Budget Travel's Editor in Chief, Nina Willdorf, spoke on NBC's the Today Show. Nina shared tips on how to keep your suitcase clean—from the proper way to store it to the best products for skirting bed bugs.
This morning, Budget Travel's Editor in Chief, Nina Willdorf, spoke on NBC's the Today Show. Nina shared tips on how to keep your suitcase clean—from the proper way to store it to the best products for skirting bed bugs.
January 25, 2011, 11:25 AM
When picking an airline, which of TripAdvisor’s eight categories matters most to you?
When picking an airline, which of TripAdvisor’s eight categories matters most to you?
January 24, 2011, 8:15 PM
Where can you find the cheapest, but still most stylish, resorts? Which cities are served by low-cost carriers? Let us know your pick for the world's best value destination.
Where can you find the cheapest, but still most stylish, resorts? Which cities are served by low-cost carriers? Let us know your pick for the world's best value destination.
January 21, 2011, 1:15 PM
Just last week the Consumer Electronics Show took Las Vegas by storm. We were there scouting out the best new gadgets for 2011—here are ten of our favorites.
Just last week the Consumer Electronics Show took Las Vegas by storm. We were there scouting out the best new gadgets for 2011—here are ten of our favorites.
January 21, 2011, 10:20 AM
These days, designer collaborations are about as common as airline fees and even hotels are getting into the game. Here's what's new in hotel-branded fashion.
These days, designer collaborations are about as common as airline fees and even hotels are getting into the game. Here's what's new in hotel-branded fashion.
January 21, 2011, 10:10 AM
New plans will nearly double the size of the Orlando theme park's Fantasyland section.
New plans will nearly double the size of the Orlando theme park's Fantasyland section.
January 19, 2011, 4:04 PM
Sick of winter already? Well, you're in luck: Flights to Mexico are on sale.
Sick of winter already? Well, you're in luck: Flights to Mexico are on sale.
January 18, 2011, 5:57 AM
Buy a ticket to one of 18 top shows with the code BW2011, and you'll receive another ticket free, between Jan. 24 and Feb. 10.
Buy a ticket to one of 18 top shows with the code BW2011, and you'll receive another ticket free, between Jan. 24 and Feb. 10.
January 14, 2011, 3:45 PM
From the Italian town of Vernazza to the beaches of California, here are 28 picturesque reasons to plan your next trip to the coast.
From the Italian town of Vernazza to the beaches of California, here are 28 picturesque reasons to plan your next trip to the coast.
January 14, 2011, 2:36 PM
The number of passengers boarding short-haul flights has been on a steep, steady decline in the U.S. Now why might that be?
The number of passengers boarding short-haul flights has been on a steep, steady decline in the U.S. Now why might that be?
January 14, 2011, 12:13 PM
Save two to three percent off of your international expenditures by using one of these no-fee cards.
Save two to three percent off of your international expenditures by using one of these no-fee cards.
January 12, 2011, 10:23 PM
Competition is fierce this year as our nominees vie for the title of "America's Coolest Small Town 2011."
Competition is fierce this year as our nominees vie for the title of "America's Coolest Small Town 2011."
January 12, 2011, 5:08 PM
TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site, has launched sophisticated airline ratings, allowing travelers to give and receive candid feedback on their flying experiences.
TripAdvisor, the world's largest travel site, has launched sophisticated airline ratings, allowing travelers to give and receive candid feedback on their flying experiences.
January 12, 2011, 3:25 PM
Mark your calendar: Entrance fees are being waived at all national parks on 17 days in 2011.
Mark your calendar: Entrance fees are being waived at all national parks on 17 days in 2011.
January 12, 2011, 4:10 AM
Airports in Charlotte, N.C., Minneapolis-St. Paul, Orlando, and Washington, D.C., are all considering converting to private contractors because of dissatisfaction with TSA screeners.
Airports in Charlotte, N.C., Minneapolis-St. Paul, Orlando, and Washington, D.C., are all considering converting to private contractors because of dissatisfaction with TSA screeners.
January 11, 2011, 8:22 AM
If your connections on Facebook aren't as well traveled as you are, you may want to turn to some other options. We list a few of the best regarded sites.
If your connections on Facebook aren't as well traveled as you are, you may want to turn to some other options. We list a few of the best regarded sites.
January 11, 2011, 2:57 AM
We'll be answering your travel questions today, Tuesday, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET, in a live chat on Twitter (twitter.com/budgettravel).
We'll be answering your travel questions today, Tuesday, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. ET, in a live chat on Twitter (twitter.com/budgettravel).
January 10, 2011, 5:16 AM
How to play the frequent-flier game during the United and Continental merger.
How to play the frequent-flier game during the United and Continental merger.
January 7, 2011, 5:29 PM
Winter weather has snarled more than a few trips over the years. What do you do when seasonal storms throw a wrench into your travel plans?
Winter weather has snarled more than a few trips over the years. What do you do when seasonal storms throw a wrench into your travel plans?
January 7, 2011, 3:44 PM
Big news for the art world, this museum will open on 1/11/11.
Big news for the art world, this museum will open on 1/11/11.
January 7, 2011, 1:37 PM
It's time to get your hands dirty: In an upcoming Trip Coach column, we're digging into farmstay vacations.
It's time to get your hands dirty: In an upcoming Trip Coach column, we're digging into farmstay vacations.
January 7, 2011, 11:46 AM
Save at same day bookings in major U.S. cities with the new app Hotel Tonight.
Save at same day bookings in major U.S. cities with the new app Hotel Tonight.
January 7, 2011, 9:50 AM
"Going once, going twice, not going for $150!"
"Going once, going twice, not going for $150!"
January 7, 2011, 6:28 AM
Starting March 1, Southwest is giving you about $1 back for every $100 you spend. Here's a cheat sheet to the complicated new program.
Starting March 1, Southwest is giving you about $1 back for every $100 you spend. Here's a cheat sheet to the complicated new program.
January 6, 2011, 2:44 PM
Ever wondered what it's like to be a rock star? Well now's your chance to find out on a new weekend trip to New Orleans' famed bacchanalia, hosted by alt-rock band and Louisiana natives Better Than Ezra.
Ever wondered what it's like to be a rock star? Well now's your chance to find out on a new weekend trip to New Orleans' famed bacchanalia, hosted by alt-rock band and Louisiana natives Better Than Ezra.
January 6, 2011, 10:27 AM
Nothing gives you a better sense of how connected the world is than watching the flight paths of the world's major airlines.
Nothing gives you a better sense of how connected the world is than watching the flight paths of the world's major airlines.
January 5, 2011, 6:24 PM
American Airlines is battling Web agencies over ticket prices. The possible loser? You.
American Airlines is battling Web agencies over ticket prices. The possible loser? You.
January 4, 2011, 9:45 AM
I'm normally an enthusiastic advocate of smart phone technology as an aid to travelers, but a recent glitch in iPhone software is giving me pause.
I'm normally an enthusiastic advocate of smart phone technology as an aid to travelers, but a recent glitch in iPhone software is giving me pause.
January 3, 2011, 4:10 PM
Instead of dreamy destination shots, this time we're embracing the funny side of travel. These 27 images range from retro neon lettering in Utah to a Mumbai warning to curb honking addiction.
Instead of dreamy destination shots, this time we're embracing the funny side of travel. These 27 images range from retro neon lettering in Utah to a Mumbai warning to curb honking addiction.
