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Archive: July 2011
July 29, 2011, 4:10 PM
Everyone has heard of Google Maps. But not everyone knows all the tricks it's capable of. Here are five travel tips for using Google Maps.
Everyone has heard of Google Maps. But not everyone knows all the tricks it's capable of. Here are five travel tips for using Google Maps.
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July 29, 2011, 12:28 PM
Police arrested 14 people and recovered more than $1 million of merchandise in an undercover investigation involving illegally resold theme park tickets.
Police arrested 14 people and recovered more than $1 million of merchandise in an undercover investigation involving illegally resold theme park tickets.
July 28, 2011, 11:51 AM
The treasure hunt is on at enormous yard sales scheduled for upcoming summer and fall weekends across the country.
The treasure hunt is on at enormous yard sales scheduled for upcoming summer and fall weekends across the country.
July 28, 2011, 9:51 AM
Plan your own solo travel adventure with these great websites and offer your own tips!
Plan your own solo travel adventure with these great websites and offer your own tips!
July 27, 2011, 5:36 PM
In preparation for the holiday travel season, Trip Coach is looking at ways to help you navigate smoothly through airports and we want your tips!
In preparation for the holiday travel season, Trip Coach is looking at ways to help you navigate smoothly through airports and we want your tips!
July 27, 2011, 8:39 AM
Ship-board cantinas are increasingly charging for generic food like chicken tacos and grilled shrimp. What happened to all-inclusive prices?
Ship-board cantinas are increasingly charging for generic food like chicken tacos and grilled shrimp. What happened to all-inclusive prices?
July 26, 2011, 6:15 PM
Cebu, a low-cost Philippine airline, asked its flight attendants to dance to Lady Gaga and Kate Perry songs while explaining in-flight safety instructions.
Cebu, a low-cost Philippine airline, asked its flight attendants to dance to Lady Gaga and Kate Perry songs while explaining in-flight safety instructions.
July 26, 2011, 4:00 PM
When cruise ships change locations, like many will in the coming months, passengers going along for the ride often score remarkable deals.
When cruise ships change locations, like many will in the coming months, passengers going along for the ride often score remarkable deals.
July 25, 2011, 5:45 PM
What if you book a flight only to learn later that the price dropped? A new company aims to solve that exact problem.
What if you book a flight only to learn later that the price dropped? A new company aims to solve that exact problem.
July 22, 2011, 2:40 PM
Whereas drivers under age 25 pay extra to rent cars, those under age 21 often can't rent at all. Now it's easier for 20-year-olds to rent just like the grownups.
Whereas drivers under age 25 pay extra to rent cars, those under age 21 often can't rent at all. Now it's easier for 20-year-olds to rent just like the grownups.
July 22, 2011, 2:36 AM
The French government recognizes that if it is going to get American tourists to stay longer and spend more money when visiting, the country needs to rebrand itself.
The French government recognizes that if it is going to get American tourists to stay longer and spend more money when visiting, the country needs to rebrand itself.
July 21, 2011, 4:17 PM
Have you ever been trapped on an airplane with a chatty seatmate? Here are some ways to help you out of an awkward situation.
Have you ever been trapped on an airplane with a chatty seatmate? Here are some ways to help you out of an awkward situation.
July 21, 2011, 10:31 AM
According to Sen. Schumer (D-N.Y.), Jet Blue is planning to expand even further into the Northeast region in 2013—and he wants to see the airline come to Long Island.
According to Sen. Schumer (D-N.Y.), Jet Blue is planning to expand even further into the Northeast region in 2013—and he wants to see the airline come to Long Island.
July 20, 2011, 2:18 PM
Next month, your underwater photography skills could win you a free dive trip in the Seychelles, a check for $5,000, and loads of other prizes.
Next month, your underwater photography skills could win you a free dive trip in the Seychelles, a check for $5,000, and loads of other prizes.
July 20, 2011, 10:12 AM
While you're waiting for the official set tour to open next spring, here are some other Harry Potter tours to keep you busy in the meantime.
While you're waiting for the official set tour to open next spring, here are some other Harry Potter tours to keep you busy in the meantime.
July 19, 2011, 9:11 AM
When a U.S. airline and its foreign partner each sell seats on the same flight, they call it a "code share." It's a great arrangement for the airlines, but it can cause problems for consumers. Here's how to handle the confusion.
When a U.S. airline and its foreign partner each sell seats on the same flight, they call it a "code share." It's a great arrangement for the airlines, but it can cause problems for consumers. Here's how to handle the confusion.
July 18, 2011, 4:48 PM
Get your adrenaline fix this summer without breaking the bank.
Get your adrenaline fix this summer without breaking the bank.
July 18, 2011, 6:10 AM
Sometimes it's the little things, like a favorite pillow, a dimmer switch, or scented liquid soap, that can make a vacation rental feel more like a home.
Sometimes it's the little things, like a favorite pillow, a dimmer switch, or scented liquid soap, that can make a vacation rental feel more like a home.
July 15, 2011, 11:47 AM
We turned the Internet upside down, met with tour operators, and read the fine print to find you the best 20 deals out there right now.
We turned the Internet upside down, met with tour operators, and read the fine print to find you the best 20 deals out there right now.
July 15, 2011, 10:00 AM
The tragic sinking of a Russian riverboat this week brings to question the safety standards of river cruise ships on Russia's Volga River.
The tragic sinking of a Russian riverboat this week brings to question the safety standards of river cruise ships on Russia's Volga River.
July 15, 2011, 6:16 AM
Some English airports charge fees of between $5 and $7 for passengers to skip long lines at security and go straight to the metal detectors. Should the U.S. adopt the same policy?
Some English airports charge fees of between $5 and $7 for passengers to skip long lines at security and go straight to the metal detectors. Should the U.S. adopt the same policy?
July 14, 2011, 3:37 PM
Angelinos have been fretting about this weekend's 405 closure for weeks, but on the upside, numerous hotels, eateries and entertainment venues across the city have "Carmageddon" deals and discounts.
Angelinos have been fretting about this weekend's 405 closure for weeks, but on the upside, numerous hotels, eateries and entertainment venues across the city have "Carmageddon" deals and discounts.
July 14, 2011, 1:25 PM
Happy Bastille Day! Or as the French say, Bonne La Fête Nationale!
Happy Bastille Day! Or as the French say, Bonne La Fête Nationale!
July 14, 2011, 10:10 AM
New electric bicycles let you ride around town without breaking a sweat.
New electric bicycles let you ride around town without breaking a sweat.
July 13, 2011, 4:04 PM
For that matter, either option is better than using a currency conversion service at the airport or train station.
For that matter, either option is better than using a currency conversion service at the airport or train station.
July 13, 2011, 5:46 AM
From reminders to travel with one's own portable bath to tips on how to hail a cab, today's intrepid female traveler has much to learn from her 19th-century forbears.
From reminders to travel with one's own portable bath to tips on how to hail a cab, today's intrepid female traveler has much to learn from her 19th-century forbears.
July 12, 2011, 5:26 AM
Sites like Bid Goggles and Hotwire Revealed can help you reserve the best hotel when you use use the excellent blind-booking site Hotwire.
Sites like Bid Goggles and Hotwire Revealed can help you reserve the best hotel when you use use the excellent blind-booking site Hotwire.
July 11, 2011, 3:15 PM
Airlines are soon supposed to list all of their fees on a single web page. But some carriers are trying to get the new regulations postponed or dropped.
Airlines are soon supposed to list all of their fees on a single web page. But some carriers are trying to get the new regulations postponed or dropped.
July 8, 2011, 3:08 PM
"Wanderlust is not a passion for travel, exactly; it's something more animal and more fickle -- something more like lust."
"Wanderlust is not a passion for travel, exactly; it's something more animal and more fickle -- something more like lust."
July 8, 2011, 2:37 PM
Events across the country pay tribute to France's Independence Day.
Events across the country pay tribute to France's Independence Day.
July 8, 2011, 11:21 AM
Dine at four-star restaurants without the four-star prices during New York City Restaurant Week, from July 11–24.
Dine at four-star restaurants without the four-star prices during New York City Restaurant Week, from July 11–24.
July 7, 2011, 4:07 PM
The International Olympic Committee's decision will shine a perhaps much-needed spotlight on the Asian nation.
The International Olympic Committee's decision will shine a perhaps much-needed spotlight on the Asian nation.
July 6, 2011, 2:47 PM
Traveling with a little one this summer? Check out these great websites to help make your experience a more relaxing one.
Traveling with a little one this summer? Check out these great websites to help make your experience a more relaxing one.
July 6, 2011, 11:02 AM
Is in-flight Wi-Fi a big deal for you or would you rather tune out technology on a flight?
Is in-flight Wi-Fi a big deal for you or would you rather tune out technology on a flight?
July 5, 2011, 3:50 PM
Make the wrong move at the campground and your crew will be seriously un-happy campers. We're here to help.
Make the wrong move at the campground and your crew will be seriously un-happy campers. We're here to help.
July 5, 2011, 3:24 PM
For one thing, the police issue a warrant for your arrest, as one man with an overdue rental car in Pennsylvania recently found out.
For one thing, the police issue a warrant for your arrest, as one man with an overdue rental car in Pennsylvania recently found out.
July 1, 2011, 2:12 PM
A recent survey of frequent travelers shows that the majority of frequent travelers would enroll in the TSA's trusted traveler program.
A recent survey of frequent travelers shows that the majority of frequent travelers would enroll in the TSA's trusted traveler program.
July 1, 2011, 1:32 PM
Hobart Fowlkes, our "Budget Travel Convert," updates us on a recent trip to Greece where he spent time exploring the Parthenon in Athens and the beaches of Mykonos.
Hobart Fowlkes, our "Budget Travel Convert," updates us on a recent trip to Greece where he spent time exploring the Parthenon in Athens and the beaches of Mykonos.
July 1, 2011, 11:31 AM
Finally, all Americans can now travel to Cuba, so long as they go with a licensed operator performing "people-to-people" trips.
Finally, all Americans can now travel to Cuba, so long as they go with a licensed operator performing "people-to-people" trips.
