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Archive: December 2011
December 30, 2011, 12:20 PM
Trying to pass the time during a flight or road trip? Try these new apps.
Trying to pass the time during a flight or road trip? Try these new apps.
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December 29, 2011, 11:46 AM
Paris and New York City are compared in a new book by Vahram Muratyan.
Paris and New York City are compared in a new book by Vahram Muratyan.
December 29, 2011, 10:31 AM
Delta, JetBlue, Estonian, and SAS used social media in smart ways to help customers this year.
Delta, JetBlue, Estonian, and SAS used social media in smart ways to help customers this year.
December 28, 2011, 3:33 PM
Hopefully it'll be easier (and more fun) to keep than "losing 10 pounds."
Hopefully it'll be easier (and more fun) to keep than "losing 10 pounds."
December 27, 2011, 5:22 PM
Nowhere did my companion and I find the animal warning signs weirder—nor the amount of road–kill more plentiful—than in Tasmania, Australia's offshore state.
Nowhere did my companion and I find the animal warning signs weirder—nor the amount of road–kill more plentiful—than in Tasmania, Australia's offshore state.
December 27, 2011, 11:14 AM
The fast-food chain re-opens in Japan after two years with foie gras and truffle sauce burgers.
The fast-food chain re-opens in Japan after two years with foie gras and truffle sauce burgers.
December 26, 2011, 5:04 PM
Tests from an independent lab find that the Kindle produces nearly no electrical interference.
Tests from an independent lab find that the Kindle produces nearly no electrical interference.
December 26, 2011, 3:27 PM
Vacation rentals are often more memorable, and have way more character, than a cookie-cutter motel. That may or may not be a good thing.
Vacation rentals are often more memorable, and have way more character, than a cookie-cutter motel. That may or may not be a good thing.
December 23, 2011, 4:54 PM
Mexico's tourism authorities are hoping the year leading up to Dec. 21, 2012 will mark the start of a new era for Mexico.
Mexico's tourism authorities are hoping the year leading up to Dec. 21, 2012 will mark the start of a new era for Mexico.
December 22, 2011, 4:14 PM
Can’t fly to Paris? Visit an Eiffel tower here in the states. We have three of them.
Can’t fly to Paris? Visit an Eiffel tower here in the states. We have three of them.
December 21, 2011, 3:58 PM
By charging passengers fees for carry-on bags, Spirit Airlines rakes in a whopping $50 million annually.
By charging passengers fees for carry-on bags, Spirit Airlines rakes in a whopping $50 million annually.
December 21, 2011, 10:21 AM
When the weather drops, sometimes the best thing is a trip to the sunny south.
When the weather drops, sometimes the best thing is a trip to the sunny south.
December 20, 2011, 3:56 PM
Often, snagging a major discount is as simple as avoiding peak travel times. Case in point: Try an all-inclusive resort just after (rather than during) the Christmas-New Year's period.
Often, snagging a major discount is as simple as avoiding peak travel times. Case in point: Try an all-inclusive resort just after (rather than during) the Christmas-New Year's period.
December 19, 2011, 7:30 PM
Americans now have significantly more spending power while traveling around much of Europe.
Americans now have significantly more spending power while traveling around much of Europe.
December 19, 2011, 6:11 PM
The Transportation Security Administration has several reminders for travelers bringing their holiday gifts onto a flight.
The Transportation Security Administration has several reminders for travelers bringing their holiday gifts onto a flight.
December 19, 2011, 11:51 AM
Avoid being buried in Ziploc bags on your next vacation with these "green" packing tips.
Avoid being buried in Ziploc bags on your next vacation with these "green" packing tips.
December 19, 2011, 11:19 AM
Ruth Stark's new book, How to Work in Someone Else’s Country, has advice for folks embarking on short- and long-term work projects abroad. And it's chock-full of tips leisure travelers can use, too.
Ruth Stark's new book, How to Work in Someone Else’s Country, has advice for folks embarking on short- and long-term work projects abroad. And it's chock-full of tips leisure travelers can use, too.
December 16, 2011, 2:04 PM
Charter aircraft that once shuttled travelers to fun-and-sun destinations are being replaced with scheduled flights.
Charter aircraft that once shuttled travelers to fun-and-sun destinations are being replaced with scheduled flights.
December 16, 2011, 1:15 PM
"Don't snub the bus." From Chicago to Atlanta and through the Northeast, Megabus is now delivering comfortable travel for the 99 percent.
"Don't snub the bus." From Chicago to Atlanta and through the Northeast, Megabus is now delivering comfortable travel for the 99 percent.
December 16, 2011, 12:23 PM
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is rolling out a new service whereby passengers will be able to use Facebook or LinkedIn as social seating tools.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is rolling out a new service whereby passengers will be able to use Facebook or LinkedIn as social seating tools.
December 15, 2011, 2:55 PM
A new site helps you game vacation rental listings, empowering you to make a balanced assessment of a hotel alternative.
A new site helps you game vacation rental listings, empowering you to make a balanced assessment of a hotel alternative.
December 15, 2011, 2:44 PM
At certain U.S. ski resorts, you could pay over $100 for a single day's lift ticket. Do you really have to pay that much to ski? No way.
At certain U.S. ski resorts, you could pay over $100 for a single day's lift ticket. Do you really have to pay that much to ski? No way.
December 14, 2011, 5:00 AM
This past week, intercity-train and coach bus service debuted between some of the Europe's quaintest cities: Prague, Munich, Salzburg, Vienna, Zurich, and Paris.
This past week, intercity-train and coach bus service debuted between some of the Europe's quaintest cities: Prague, Munich, Salzburg, Vienna, Zurich, and Paris.
December 13, 2011, 1:01 PM
Stalking the most buzzed-about restaurants, shops, and night spots in major cities has become easy thanks to a couple of new websites.
Stalking the most buzzed-about restaurants, shops, and night spots in major cities has become easy thanks to a couple of new websites.
December 12, 2011, 4:10 PM
You know what I'm talking about—a place with a special kind of charm. It may be a little (or a lot) run down, yet the drinks are cheap, the vibe is unpretentious, and the locals love it. But does it deserve a spot on your vacation itinerary?
You know what I'm talking about—a place with a special kind of charm. It may be a little (or a lot) run down, yet the drinks are cheap, the vibe is unpretentious, and the locals love it. But does it deserve a spot on your vacation itinerary?
December 12, 2011, 3:05 PM
Whether you consider yourself a backpacker, road warrior, do-gooder, traveler with an iron stomach, or transit enthusiast, here are five travel shows you need to know about.
Whether you consider yourself a backpacker, road warrior, do-gooder, traveler with an iron stomach, or transit enthusiast, here are five travel shows you need to know about.
December 9, 2011, 2:58 PM
With the historic Flamingo Las Vegas undergoing a major renovation, do legacy landmarks stand a chance against their much younger competitors?
With the historic Flamingo Las Vegas undergoing a major renovation, do legacy landmarks stand a chance against their much younger competitors?
December 9, 2011, 1:48 PM
Alec Baldwin recently got booted off an American Airlines flight for refusing to power down his phone. What bad gadget behavior have you seen in the air?
Alec Baldwin recently got booted off an American Airlines flight for refusing to power down his phone. What bad gadget behavior have you seen in the air?
December 9, 2011, 1:19 PM
By the end of 2011, car rental agencies will have collected record revenues of $22.4 billion, nearly $2 more than the year before.
By the end of 2011, car rental agencies will have collected record revenues of $22.4 billion, nearly $2 more than the year before.
December 9, 2011, 12:00 PM
One out of three U.S. properties is in foreclosure, has changed hands under financial duress, or will hit the skids next year. Here's how that news affects travelers.
One out of three U.S. properties is in foreclosure, has changed hands under financial duress, or will hit the skids next year. Here's how that news affects travelers.
December 9, 2011, 11:26 AM
The controversial destination is probably known more for its years of dictatorial rule than for its serene landscapes and golden pagodas.
The controversial destination is probably known more for its years of dictatorial rule than for its serene landscapes and golden pagodas.
December 8, 2011, 4:22 PM
A slew of new air routes for your winter (and spring) getaways.
A slew of new air routes for your winter (and spring) getaways.
December 8, 2011, 2:13 PM
In today’s world, one of the only things more stressful than flying is parenting. Combining the two can be a tricky proposition, so here are a few helpful suggestions for flying with kids.
In today’s world, one of the only things more stressful than flying is parenting. Combining the two can be a tricky proposition, so here are a few helpful suggestions for flying with kids.
December 8, 2011, 10:20 AM
Today, Thailand sentenced a US citizen to two and a half years in prison for breaking a surprising local law. Get the skinny on unexpected foreign laws that affect travelers.
Today, Thailand sentenced a US citizen to two and a half years in prison for breaking a surprising local law. Get the skinny on unexpected foreign laws that affect travelers.
December 7, 2011, 4:43 PM
When you rent a car, you need to adjust your mirrors correctly to avoid blind spots that can result in accidents.
When you rent a car, you need to adjust your mirrors correctly to avoid blind spots that can result in accidents.
December 7, 2011, 1:13 PM
Here's proof that when there's little competition at an airport, travelers pay a hefty price.
Here's proof that when there's little competition at an airport, travelers pay a hefty price.
December 6, 2011, 11:58 AM
Is it worth it to fly through the night to avoid losing a day in-transit? Take our new poll and share your thoughts on the benefits of a red-eye flight.
Is it worth it to fly through the night to avoid losing a day in-transit? Take our new poll and share your thoughts on the benefits of a red-eye flight.
December 5, 2011, 3:50 PM
Some airlines allow members of the military to board the plane first. New legislation may soon give troops preferential treatment at U.S. airports as well.
Some airlines allow members of the military to board the plane first. New legislation may soon give troops preferential treatment at U.S. airports as well.
December 2, 2011, 6:49 PM
On Jan. 24, the U.S. Department of Transportation is putting into effect a new rule whereby all taxes and fees will have to be included in the advertised airfare.
On Jan. 24, the U.S. Department of Transportation is putting into effect a new rule whereby all taxes and fees will have to be included in the advertised airfare.
December 2, 2011, 3:28 PM
Expedia, Orbitz, Travelocity, and Priceline don't charge taxes on the total price you pay for a hotel room. They do something more complicated and controversial.
Expedia, Orbitz, Travelocity, and Priceline don't charge taxes on the total price you pay for a hotel room. They do something more complicated and controversial.
December 2, 2011, 1:23 PM
Need to travel this holiday season, but hate crowds? Fortunately, there are ways to get where you need to go without battling the suitcase-wielding masses (or grappling with road rage). Here are a few travel-editor-approved tricks for you.
Need to travel this holiday season, but hate crowds? Fortunately, there are ways to get where you need to go without battling the suitcase-wielding masses (or grappling with road rage). Here are a few travel-editor-approved tricks for you.
December 1, 2011, 5:26 PM
The parent company of American Airlines and American Eagle filed for voluntary Chapter 11 this week, signaling a possible merger with US Airways.
The parent company of American Airlines and American Eagle filed for voluntary Chapter 11 this week, signaling a possible merger with US Airways.
December 1, 2011, 8:29 AM
The car-sharing service that rents by the hour has expanded to 16 cities. It's a fresh alternative to renting a car by the day, because it allows travelers to skip the rental counter and save cash.
The car-sharing service that rents by the hour has expanded to 16 cities. It's a fresh alternative to renting a car by the day, because it allows travelers to skip the rental counter and save cash.
