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Nina Willdorf In this photo, I was…Taking my first flight with my infant daughter. (Total success.)

I won't leave home without…At least 6 magazines, earplugs, and two hairbrushes
My favorite cup of coffee is…Blue Bottle in San Francisco
My best road trip was…Highway 1 in California, a couple months before having my daughter; it was late summer, the light was just right, and everything was cast in this hazy glow
Nina's Posts
June 29, 2011, 2:11 PM
American Airlines has rolled out a system where all passengers—save for first class and elite passengers—are assigned a number based on when they checked in for the flight.
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.
February 25, 2011, 2:54 PM
Vancouver's city council has recently approved an initiative to expand the number of “healthy” street options, limiting hot dogs in favor of fare like squash and quinoa.
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.
October 27, 2010, 1:56 PM
We're looking to do a story on iconic American sites in an upcoming magazine issue, sifting the time-wasters from the totally worth-its. Here are two iconic destinations to go for and two that you should totally skip. Agree? Disagree? Tell us.
October 15, 2010, 1:30 PM
Travelers in New York City have historically had several options to get from town to the three major airports—cab, train or subway. Soon there will be a new way—one-way car rentals—but we're not sure it's such a bargain.
September 24, 2010, 3:58 PM
While airline baggage fees are getting most of our attention, I’m curious to hear about other weirdo travel charges you’ve noticed on a bill recently.
September 13, 2010, 6:24 PM
It seems like every industry is getting its own flash-sale site—where deep discounts are offered on a limited basis online—and now restaurants, too, are getting a taste of the action.
August 17, 2010, 10:54 AM
My secret tool is now out for public consumption, and I guess I consider it my responsibility to share it with the world.
August 4, 2010, 5:23 PM
Please enlighten our editor in chief. Why would you want to receive daily updates about a big brand on Facebook?
July 22, 2010, 2:50 PM
What's it take to make an issue of Budget Travel? Here's a taste of the highs and lows this month:
June 18, 2010, 3:51 PM
From here to Belize, from about $500.
June 8, 2010, 10:37 AM
A recent trip to Beijing prompts editor in chief Nina Willdorf to wonder: What's the latest hotel amenity that felt truly "empathetic"?
April 29, 2010, 5:01 PM
What sort of tool would you love to hold in your hand on your next trip? Don’t hold yourself back! Dream big! We may turn your idea a reality.
April 15, 2010, 2:24 PM
Our editor-in-chief discovers that the iPad is unparalleled as an entertainment, reading, and research device for travelers, but isn't much of an on-the-go tool.
April 9, 2010, 10:11 AM
Our editor-in-chief is taking along an Apple iPad for her weekend trip to New Orleans. How should she test the device? Do you have any questions she might be able to answer?
February 25, 2010, 10:52 AM
This mother is excited by FamilyGetaway.com, which allows you to bid on vacation packages at deep discounts. The prices always include everyone in your crew, and bidding is quick and easy.
December 21, 2009, 10:29 AM
Please set aside your philosophies about babies and cell phones and television and guilt and all that good stuff. What iPhone app is best for my baby during a trip?
December 4, 2009, 9:44 AM
What’s the Clooniest thing you've done (or bought) to rack up miles?
September 25, 2009, 10:33 AM
Paper milled in Finland comes to Tennessee and gets printed with the pages of Budget Travel. Take a behind-the-scenes look at how our publication is put together.
August 20, 2009, 11:55 AM
With a 9-month old, packing has now become a multi-day event. What are the products and tricks you keep in your back pocket?
March 12, 2009, 11:49 AM
Alofts, Andazs, Indigos, and Elements: Oh My! Our editor in chief explores the new range of hip/affordable lodging chains, which come with amenities such as self-service check-in kiosks and a touch-screen concierge.
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