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Archive: March 2011
March 31, 2011, 5:27 PM
Tell us about your most beloved travel narrative, and it could wind up in a future article!
Tell us about your most beloved travel narrative, and it could wind up in a future article!
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March 31, 2011, 3:02 PM
Following eight years of research and development, Paul Giles, an American ex-pat living in Thailand and president of WorldMoto, developed the world's first motorbike taxi meter.
Following eight years of research and development, Paul Giles, an American ex-pat living in Thailand and president of WorldMoto, developed the world's first motorbike taxi meter.
March 30, 2011, 8:22 PM
The economics of it make sense, but it just seems like adding insult to injury when companies charge single supplements.
The economics of it make sense, but it just seems like adding insult to injury when companies charge single supplements.
March 30, 2011, 7:23 PM
Starting April 1, Alamo, National, and Enterprise removed their rental car listings from Orbitz and CheapTickets.
Starting April 1, Alamo, National, and Enterprise removed their rental car listings from Orbitz and CheapTickets.
March 30, 2011, 4:33 PM
The Archives of Internal Medicine released a report Monday concluding there is no significant threat of radiation from TSA's full-body scanners, but recognizes privacy concerns.
The Archives of Internal Medicine released a report Monday concluding there is no significant threat of radiation from TSA's full-body scanners, but recognizes privacy concerns.
March 30, 2011, 12:56 PM
The nation's top travel editors, including Budget Travel's Editor in Chief Nina Willdorf, discuss the next big things in travel.
The nation's top travel editors, including Budget Travel's Editor in Chief Nina Willdorf, discuss the next big things in travel.
March 29, 2011, 4:55 PM
In a new safety demonstration video for Air New Zealand, Richard Simmons makes sure everyone is 'Fit to Fly.'
In a new safety demonstration video for Air New Zealand, Richard Simmons makes sure everyone is 'Fit to Fly.'
March 29, 2011, 9:59 AM
After a series of three mudslides rocked the California coast, travel into and out of the Big Sur area has effectively ceased.
After a series of three mudslides rocked the California coast, travel into and out of the Big Sur area has effectively ceased.
March 29, 2011, 8:16 AM
Do you look for authentic, locally sourced goods when shopping on a vacation?
Do you look for authentic, locally sourced goods when shopping on a vacation?
March 29, 2011, 4:41 AM
Attaching padlocks to a bridge and throwing the key into the Seine. Is it a romantic idea, or public defacement?
Attaching padlocks to a bridge and throwing the key into the Seine. Is it a romantic idea, or public defacement?
March 29, 2011, 3:53 AM
One out of four cars have "poor" ratings in a few types of accidents: side, rear, and rollover.
One out of four cars have "poor" ratings in a few types of accidents: side, rear, and rollover.
March 28, 2011, 2:28 PM
A new low-key online site helps you find hotels and homestays. It even maps their location relative to a city's hotspots.
A new low-key online site helps you find hotels and homestays. It even maps their location relative to a city's hotspots.
March 28, 2011, 12:00 PM
We don't tip flight attendants. Yet many of them work harder than restaurant waitstaff. Should we start tipping them?
We don't tip flight attendants. Yet many of them work harder than restaurant waitstaff. Should we start tipping them?
March 28, 2011, 10:01 AM
With the number of river cruise passengers on the rise, Budget Travel's Editor in Chief Nina Willdorf talks with Torstein Hagen, the Chairman of Viking River Cruises about the growth in the industry.
With the number of river cruise passengers on the rise, Budget Travel's Editor in Chief Nina Willdorf talks with Torstein Hagen, the Chairman of Viking River Cruises about the growth in the industry.
March 25, 2011, 12:33 PM
Can you say road trip? Rent a car in Arizona, drop it off in one of nine states in the West, and the rental rate will be just $5 daily.
Can you say road trip? Rent a car in Arizona, drop it off in one of nine states in the West, and the rental rate will be just $5 daily.
March 25, 2011, 12:15 PM
Budget Travel's Editor in Chief Nina Willdorf stops by The Today Show to discuss dream trips, from Paris to Siberia.
Budget Travel's Editor in Chief Nina Willdorf stops by The Today Show to discuss dream trips, from Paris to Siberia.
March 24, 2011, 4:30 PM
There has been no shortage of fodder recently fueling the argument of whether travelers would be better served by trains or planes.
There has been no shortage of fodder recently fueling the argument of whether travelers would be better served by trains or planes.
March 24, 2011, 1:34 PM
We know you know travel. So tell us what places, airlines, cruises and more are the best (and the worst)! The results will be featured in our November 2011 issue.
We know you know travel. So tell us what places, airlines, cruises and more are the best (and the worst)! The results will be featured in our November 2011 issue.
March 23, 2011, 10:52 AM
Here are some creative ways to immortalize your last trip.
Here are some creative ways to immortalize your last trip.
March 22, 2011, 2:39 PM
Collecting souvenirs while traveling doesn't have to cost a fortune to ensure the memory of the trip stays forever. Some travelers collect maps, others collect seashells, and some even collect hotel shampoo.
Collecting souvenirs while traveling doesn't have to cost a fortune to ensure the memory of the trip stays forever. Some travelers collect maps, others collect seashells, and some even collect hotel shampoo.
March 22, 2011, 1:21 PM
Here are some rather ingenious ways the humble plastic bottle and other trash have been up-cycled into something far greater (and visit-worthy) than its initial intended use.
Here are some rather ingenious ways the humble plastic bottle and other trash have been up-cycled into something far greater (and visit-worthy) than its initial intended use.
March 18, 2011, 1:13 PM
Royal Caribbean is selling unlimited alcoholic beverage packages starting at $29 a day.
Royal Caribbean is selling unlimited alcoholic beverage packages starting at $29 a day.
March 17, 2011, 2:26 PM
Crises and government-issued travel alerts go hand in hand. But what do these alerts mean and how seriously should travelers take them?
Crises and government-issued travel alerts go hand in hand. But what do these alerts mean and how seriously should travelers take them?
March 17, 2011, 1:14 PM
A panel led by former Homeland Security chief Tom Ridge suggests ways to transform airport security and streamline passenger check-in procedures.
A panel led by former Homeland Security chief Tom Ridge suggests ways to transform airport security and streamline passenger check-in procedures.
March 17, 2011, 12:41 PM
They're useful in some parts of the world, like China. But in Europe, they're becoming harder to use.
They're useful in some parts of the world, like China. But in Europe, they're becoming harder to use.
March 17, 2011, 8:06 AM
New site Bagcheck interviews people about what's in their bag. The results are surprising!
New site Bagcheck interviews people about what's in their bag. The results are surprising!
March 17, 2011, 7:43 AM
The tool would allow you make travel reservations and check-in with your iPhone—for flights, hotels, and cruises. We sneak a look at Apple's patent applications.
The tool would allow you make travel reservations and check-in with your iPhone—for flights, hotels, and cruises. We sneak a look at Apple's patent applications.
March 16, 2011, 5:33 PM
Adidas is now selling sneakers that look like lace-ups but are actually slip-on, slip-off sneakers. Perfect for the airport security line.
Adidas is now selling sneakers that look like lace-ups but are actually slip-on, slip-off sneakers. Perfect for the airport security line.
March 16, 2011, 3:54 PM
Now American Airlines is asking passengers to print their luggage tags and slap them on their bags at Austin's main airport. Call it TYOB.
Now American Airlines is asking passengers to print their luggage tags and slap them on their bags at Austin's main airport. Call it TYOB.
March 16, 2011, 2:37 PM
There are more ways than ever to tour Europe. The trip just might be more complicated and more expensive than ever too.
There are more ways than ever to tour Europe. The trip just might be more complicated and more expensive than ever too.
March 16, 2011, 12:13 PM
Cherry trees aren't the only woody perennials that paint the landscape with colorful, fragrant blossoms in the spring. Here are three other trees that we love when they're in bloom.
Cherry trees aren't the only woody perennials that paint the landscape with colorful, fragrant blossoms in the spring. Here are three other trees that we love when they're in bloom.
March 16, 2011, 4:38 AM
Would you be willing to pay $17.50 for access to free WiFi, sandwiches, beverages and other perks while you wait for your next flight? Check out the new plan from Airspace Lounge.
Would you be willing to pay $17.50 for access to free WiFi, sandwiches, beverages and other perks while you wait for your next flight? Check out the new plan from Airspace Lounge.
March 14, 2011, 2:19 PM
You came through with gorgeous photos of Ireland's emerald countryside, majestic castles, cities like Dublin and Cork—and even marching bagpipers in Waterford's St. Patrick's Day Parade.
You came through with gorgeous photos of Ireland's emerald countryside, majestic castles, cities like Dublin and Cork—and even marching bagpipers in Waterford's St. Patrick's Day Parade.
March 11, 2011, 7:09 PM
Actors Rich Sommer and Vincent Kartheiser from AMC's Mad Men release a humorous look at the benefits of train travel.
Actors Rich Sommer and Vincent Kartheiser from AMC's Mad Men release a humorous look at the benefits of train travel.
March 11, 2011, 6:27 PM
Julia Bahner talks to us via Facebook from her hostel in Asakusa, Tokyo hours after the earthquake hit just off the northeast coast of Japan.
Julia Bahner talks to us via Facebook from her hostel in Asakusa, Tokyo hours after the earthquake hit just off the northeast coast of Japan.
March 11, 2011, 3:06 PM
An 8.9 magnitude earthquake off the northeast coast of Japan on Friday triggered a massive tsunami, which was threatening to hit Hawaii, and numerous regions around the Pacific Ocean, including the U.S. West Coast.
An 8.9 magnitude earthquake off the northeast coast of Japan on Friday triggered a massive tsunami, which was threatening to hit Hawaii, and numerous regions around the Pacific Ocean, including the U.S. West Coast.
March 11, 2011, 11:45 AM
Christian pilgrims to the Holy Land can download a new, free 59-page guide with do-it-yourself itineraries. They can also sign up for a free e-mail newsletter for travel updates.
Christian pilgrims to the Holy Land can download a new, free 59-page guide with do-it-yourself itineraries. They can also sign up for a free e-mail newsletter for travel updates.
March 11, 2011, 10:29 AM
Hotels now want to do for rooms what airlines have long done with seats: Charge customers more for the best ones.
Hotels now want to do for rooms what airlines have long done with seats: Charge customers more for the best ones.
March 10, 2011, 3:34 PM
A lot has been made about whether the popular spring break destination of Mexico is safe for college-aged partiers amid ongoing reports of drug-related violence south of the border.
A lot has been made about whether the popular spring break destination of Mexico is safe for college-aged partiers amid ongoing reports of drug-related violence south of the border.
March 9, 2011, 5:06 PM
Have you ever taken a girlfriend getaway? Many of the BT ladies have just such a trip planned! Join us a photo tour of some of our favorite girls-only destinations.
Have you ever taken a girlfriend getaway? Many of the BT ladies have just such a trip planned! Join us a photo tour of some of our favorite girls-only destinations.
March 9, 2011, 1:33 PM
It's a classic travel tip: When searching for a great restaurant, cool bar, scenic park, boutique shop, or anything else, get the input of a local. Is this an awful approach?
It's a classic travel tip: When searching for a great restaurant, cool bar, scenic park, boutique shop, or anything else, get the input of a local. Is this an awful approach?
March 8, 2011, 1:04 PM
These guides don't just know their city, they have experienced it from a completely different perspective than your average citizen.
These guides don't just know their city, they have experienced it from a completely different perspective than your average citizen.
March 7, 2011, 4:29 PM
Have you always wanted to see a volcano up close? Here are two places to safely view Hawaii's most recent volcanic reaction.
Have you always wanted to see a volcano up close? Here are two places to safely view Hawaii's most recent volcanic reaction.
March 7, 2011, 12:33 PM
For a chance to be featured in Budget Travel, tell us about your experiences traveling with grandparents, grandkids, and everybody in between.
For a chance to be featured in Budget Travel, tell us about your experiences traveling with grandparents, grandkids, and everybody in between.
March 7, 2011, 12:07 PM
Snacks on a plane? Forgetaboutit. Continental has stopped serving free pretzels in flight. So what's a hungry passenger to do? We offer some sandwich-making advice.
Snacks on a plane? Forgetaboutit. Continental has stopped serving free pretzels in flight. So what's a hungry passenger to do? We offer some sandwich-making advice.
March 7, 2011, 11:57 AM
It's easy to feel down amidst recent news of the rising fuel and ticket prices. But with airports all over the world improving, your travel experience may not be so bad.
It's easy to feel down amidst recent news of the rising fuel and ticket prices. But with airports all over the world improving, your travel experience may not be so bad.
March 5, 2011, 3:10 PM
Just when you thought you had put bed bugs out of your mind, they show up again, in the most unlikely of places, most recently having made an appearance on a British Airways flight.
Just when you thought you had put bed bugs out of your mind, they show up again, in the most unlikely of places, most recently having made an appearance on a British Airways flight.
March 4, 2011, 2:18 PM
In the future, it'll be possible for a Disney-bound family to reserve specific ride times long before arriving in central Florida.
In the future, it'll be possible for a Disney-bound family to reserve specific ride times long before arriving in central Florida.
March 3, 2011, 11:56 AM
Book now. Fuel prices are causing ticket prices to soar.
Book now. Fuel prices are causing ticket prices to soar.
March 3, 2011, 11:50 AM
Some ideas on how to make airplane seats in economy class more comfortable. Share yours, and vote in our poll to show if you would fly more if airlines installed better seats.
Some ideas on how to make airplane seats in economy class more comfortable. Share yours, and vote in our poll to show if you would fly more if airlines installed better seats.
March 3, 2011, 11:11 AM
March brings an explosion of pink and white cherry blossoms. To celebrate this annual rite, we've assembled your best shots, from the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens to a palace courtyard in Seoul.
March brings an explosion of pink and white cherry blossoms. To celebrate this annual rite, we've assembled your best shots, from the Brooklyn Botanical Gardens to a palace courtyard in Seoul.
March 3, 2011, 5:33 AM
Google recently opened up a Web store where you can find extensions for your Chrome browser. We combed the store for the best one-click, free tools that can speed up your travel-related Web searches.
Google recently opened up a Web store where you can find extensions for your Chrome browser. We combed the store for the best one-click, free tools that can speed up your travel-related Web searches.
March 2, 2011, 4:33 PM
If one small no-frills airline has its way, the answer will be yes.
If one small no-frills airline has its way, the answer will be yes.
March 2, 2011, 2:20 PM
St. Patrick's Day make you dream of visiting the Emerald Isle? Lodging prices in Dublin are the lowest of any major city in Western Europe, and restaurants are similarly well priced.
St. Patrick's Day make you dream of visiting the Emerald Isle? Lodging prices in Dublin are the lowest of any major city in Western Europe, and restaurants are similarly well priced.
March 2, 2011, 1:03 PM
The best trucks, carts, and buses serving gourmet street food are always on the move. How to find their locations? Use these four Internet tools.
The best trucks, carts, and buses serving gourmet street food are always on the move. How to find their locations? Use these four Internet tools.
March 2, 2011, 12:48 PM
It's the middle of the week and all we can think about is being somewhere, anywhere, besides the office. Here, a picture tour of where BT readers are in mind and spirit, if not in body.
It's the middle of the week and all we can think about is being somewhere, anywhere, besides the office. Here, a picture tour of where BT readers are in mind and spirit, if not in body.
March 1, 2011, 7:15 PM
Here's how to secure a permit to hike the popular Inca Trail to Peru's ancient site of Machu Picchu.
Here's how to secure a permit to hike the popular Inca Trail to Peru's ancient site of Machu Picchu.
March 1, 2011, 7:02 PM
Major tour operators are set to resume guided trips to the country within the next month.
Major tour operators are set to resume guided trips to the country within the next month.
