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Andrea Minarcek
In this photo, I was…Kayaking out to an actively calving tidewater glacier, in Prince William Sound, near Whittier, Alaska. Huge chunks of ice were falling off into the water right near my boat!From my last trip, I brought back…A bottle in the shape of Slovenia, filled with borovnica (blueberry schnapps)
My most-prized passport stamp is…Russia, because I had to wade through a lot of bureaucratic red tape to get it…and it has a fancy hologram
My best road trip…In college, my roommates and I made a whirlwind loop from Bloomington, Indiana, down to the Grand Canyon, then up to Las Vegas, through Denver and back. Epic. And the company couldn't have been better
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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.
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November 16, 2011, 10:49 AM
Would you be willing to put up with in-flight porn in exchange for lower prices?
Would you be willing to put up with in-flight porn in exchange for lower prices?
October 12, 2011, 12:49 PM
Four big-name brands are looking to the little guys for inspiration.
Four big-name brands are looking to the little guys for inspiration.
October 10, 2011, 1:18 PM
This year, as we put together our annual story on the best new boutique hotels in the world—all with rooms for $150 or less a night—we noticed that a few share one thing in common. They take the idea of a niche theme and run with it. Here are three of our favorites.
This year, as we put together our annual story on the best new boutique hotels in the world—all with rooms for $150 or less a night—we noticed that a few share one thing in common. They take the idea of a niche theme and run with it. Here are three of our favorites.
October 4, 2011, 4:25 PM
Under-the-radar tasting spots to add to your to-go list.
Under-the-radar tasting spots to add to your to-go list.
September 26, 2011, 10:24 AM
One woman's solo walk across America shows just how far some people are willing to go to help others reach their destinations.
One woman's solo walk across America shows just how far some people are willing to go to help others reach their destinations.
September 19, 2011, 6:02 PM
More than 1,300 museums across the country will waive admission fees for one day only this Saturday!
More than 1,300 museums across the country will waive admission fees for one day only this Saturday!
June 22, 2011, 12:04 PM
Send us your best flight-travel tips—and you could be featured in an upcoming issue of Budget Travel!
Send us your best flight-travel tips—and you could be featured in an upcoming issue of Budget Travel!
June 8, 2011, 2:02 PM
The popular attraction will double in size when its new addition opens to the public today.
The popular attraction will double in size when its new addition opens to the public today.
May 16, 2011, 4:13 PM
A building boom in the outer boroughs is bringing big savings—and more hotel choices—for visitors to NYC.
A building boom in the outer boroughs is bringing big savings—and more hotel choices—for visitors to NYC.
April 15, 2011, 11:36 AM
Tour our slideshow of scary monasteries, spine-chilling churches, and cathedrals made of bones.
Tour our slideshow of scary monasteries, spine-chilling churches, and cathedrals made of bones.
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!
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.
February 24, 2011, 6:14 PM
One traveler created a gorgeous online video series to commemorate the one small-town destination he couldn't shake. Check it out—and get inspired.
One traveler created a gorgeous online video series to commemorate the one small-town destination he couldn't shake. Check it out—and get inspired.
February 11, 2011, 10:45 AM
The poll closes at 1:00 p.m.!
The poll closes at 1:00 p.m.!
February 10, 2011, 2:24 PM
JetBlue recently launched a social-media application that will give its members exclusive deals and promotions—just for logging in.
JetBlue recently launched a social-media application that will give its members exclusive deals and promotions—just for logging in.
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.
November 23, 2010, 7:33 PM
What is your best money-saving, time-crunching, fun-optimizing vacation strategy?
What is your best money-saving, time-crunching, fun-optimizing vacation strategy?
November 11, 2010, 10:20 AM
TSA declines to comment on "unbelievable" case of identity fraud on recent Air Canada flight.
TSA declines to comment on "unbelievable" case of identity fraud on recent Air Canada flight.
October 11, 2010, 10:23 AM
If so, you wouldn’t be alone —just a few spots are left on the 2012 sailing that will follow the path the ill-fated ship took 100 years ago.
If so, you wouldn’t be alone —just a few spots are left on the 2012 sailing that will follow the path the ill-fated ship took 100 years ago.
October 7, 2010, 6:40 PM
We bet it's not as weird as a journal made of cow manure from Vermont…
We bet it's not as weird as a journal made of cow manure from Vermont…
September 23, 2010, 4:08 PM
Sometimes travel is less about exploration and escape—and more about a drive to see one specific thing. Baby sloths, anyone?
Sometimes travel is less about exploration and escape—and more about a drive to see one specific thing. Baby sloths, anyone?
August 27, 2010, 11:34 AM
As coverage of the creepy crawlers' return reaches a fever pitch, we revisit Budget Travel's definitive prevention guide.
As coverage of the creepy crawlers' return reaches a fever pitch, we revisit Budget Travel's definitive prevention guide.
August 20, 2010, 12:44 PM
The easiest way to avoid baggage fees is by bringing no luggage at all. But how feasible is that? One writer is about to find out—on an around-the world trip, no less.
The easiest way to avoid baggage fees is by bringing no luggage at all. But how feasible is that? One writer is about to find out—on an around-the world trip, no less.
August 10, 2010, 10:15 AM
We would love to hear from you: What are your National Parks vacation plans for the rest of this summer?
We would love to hear from you: What are your National Parks vacation plans for the rest of this summer?
August 2, 2010, 12:01 PM
Lost and unfound: Fake Louis Vuitton purses, two dead guinea pigs from a passenger flying in from Ecuador, and other strange cargo.
Lost and unfound: Fake Louis Vuitton purses, two dead guinea pigs from a passenger flying in from Ecuador, and other strange cargo.
July 16, 2010, 11:59 AM
Spirit CEO Ben Baldanza told Congress that bringing luggage on vacation was "not essential to travel." Hence, the need for fees. Congress wants to tax those fees.
Spirit CEO Ben Baldanza told Congress that bringing luggage on vacation was "not essential to travel." Hence, the need for fees. Congress wants to tax those fees.
July 6, 2010, 11:05 AM
Voting has already begun for our 2011 Coolest Small Towns in America contest!
Voting has already begun for our 2011 Coolest Small Towns in America contest!
June 15, 2010, 3:49 PM
Road trips through the Buckeye State won't be the same.
Road trips through the Buckeye State won't be the same.
June 3, 2010, 10:19 AM
The best things in New York City are free. Here are five to choose from.
The best things in New York City are free. Here are five to choose from.
May 24, 2010, 6:19 PM
Shakespeare in the Park. Night at the Museums. And three other must-see events.
Shakespeare in the Park. Night at the Museums. And three other must-see events.
April 23, 2010, 1:00 PM
An hour-and-a-half long, $213 flight from NYC put me on the quietest, prettiest beach I’ve ever seen. Here’s how to go.
An hour-and-a-half long, $213 flight from NYC put me on the quietest, prettiest beach I’ve ever seen. Here’s how to go.
