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Archive: January 2008
January 31, 2008, 4:13 PM
It's a rare U.S.- Ireland partnership between two discount airlines.
It's a rare U.S.- Ireland partnership between two discount airlines.
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January 31, 2008, 10:35 AM
I read an article yesterday about a passenger who felt cheated by Delta because most of her plane seat was taken by the overweight woman sitting next to her.
I read an article yesterday about a passenger who felt cheated by Delta because most of her plane seat was taken by the overweight woman sitting next to her.
January 31, 2008, 9:46 AM
Decorate your house with these beautiful, typographic designs.
Decorate your house with these beautiful, typographic designs.
January 30, 2008, 3:39 PM
With many tickets and packages already sold out, the window for booking an affordable trip to the summer Olympics is drawing to a close.
With many tickets and packages already sold out, the window for booking an affordable trip to the summer Olympics is drawing to a close.
January 30, 2008, 7:59 AM
Ithaca has come up with a clever idea that other cities should copy.
Ithaca has come up with a clever idea that other cities should copy.
January 29, 2008, 8:35 AM
This addictive trivia game measures your geographical knowledge—but it's so much cooler than it was in the 9th grade.
This addictive trivia game measures your geographical knowledge—but it's so much cooler than it was in the 9th grade.
January 28, 2008, 1:53 PM
And it is really cool. Check out this photo, shot exclusively for Budget Travel.
And it is really cool. Check out this photo, shot exclusively for Budget Travel.
January 28, 2008, 10:19 AM
One staffer asks for suggestions for her trip to Buenos Aires—especially for shopping.
One staffer asks for suggestions for her trip to Buenos Aires—especially for shopping.
January 27, 2008, 2:40 PM
News, and then more news, of the amazing, indestructible kitten that (accidentally) flew in stowed luggage from Fort Lauderdale to Dallas has thoroughly touched and exasperated us all.
News, and then more news, of the amazing, indestructible kitten that (accidentally) flew in stowed luggage from Fort Lauderdale to Dallas has thoroughly touched and exasperated us all.
January 25, 2008, 11:12 AM
Schmap mashes up local listings with zoomable city maps—bookmark your faves for printing later.
Schmap mashes up local listings with zoomable city maps—bookmark your faves for printing later.
January 24, 2008, 9:47 AM
This commonly-invoked justification for reimbursement doesn't exist, according to one travel expert.
This commonly-invoked justification for reimbursement doesn't exist, according to one travel expert.
January 23, 2008, 5:18 PM
Southwest Airlines announced today that it plans to begin trials of satellite-to-airplane broadband Internet service sometime on four airplanes this summer.
Southwest Airlines announced today that it plans to begin trials of satellite-to-airplane broadband Internet service sometime on four airplanes this summer.
January 23, 2008, 4:20 PM
Russian literature got its start in St. Petersburg, and Elaine Blair's new pocket-size book, Literary St. Petersburg, pays tribute to 15 writers.
Russian literature got its start in St. Petersburg, and Elaine Blair's new pocket-size book, Literary St. Petersburg, pays tribute to 15 writers.
January 23, 2008, 12:25 PM
Columbia, Harvard, and Northwestern are among the 15 schools whose officials have been subpoenaed by New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo’s office.
Columbia, Harvard, and Northwestern are among the 15 schools whose officials have been subpoenaed by New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo’s office.
January 23, 2008, 11:33 AM
Set sail with an unexpected accompaniment—the first of its kind.
Set sail with an unexpected accompaniment—the first of its kind.
January 22, 2008, 2:32 PM
What about reject hotels, the dregs? What about the hotels at the very bottom of TripAdvisor's proprietary lists?
What about reject hotels, the dregs? What about the hotels at the very bottom of TripAdvisor's proprietary lists?
January 22, 2008, 10:36 AM
Authorities worry that study-abroad companies may have negotiated backroom deals with colleges and universities, making students pay in the long run.
Authorities worry that study-abroad companies may have negotiated backroom deals with colleges and universities, making students pay in the long run.
January 22, 2008, 7:49 AM
Passengers can buy tickets and make no payments for 90 days, no credit card required.
Passengers can buy tickets and make no payments for 90 days, no credit card required.
January 21, 2008, 10:59 AM
If you have, share your story, and you might win a DVD.
If you have, share your story, and you might win a DVD.
January 18, 2008, 1:59 PM
We've been keeping an eye on Kenya ever since the disputed reelection of President Mwai Kibaki on December 27 set off periodic outbreaks of violence.
We've been keeping an eye on Kenya ever since the disputed reelection of President Mwai Kibaki on December 27 set off periodic outbreaks of violence.
January 17, 2008, 1:54 PM
James Buchanan was the first president to spend time at the residence, but I guess even the folks at the august National Trust for Historic Preservation, who oversaw the renovation, knew enough to lead with the star attraction.
James Buchanan was the first president to spend time at the residence, but I guess even the folks at the august National Trust for Historic Preservation, who oversaw the renovation, knew enough to lead with the star attraction.
January 17, 2008, 11:48 AM
Let's say that your flight is delayed or canceled. And let's say an airline official explains that the delay is due to "bad weather."
Let's say that your flight is delayed or canceled. And let's say an airline official explains that the delay is due to "bad weather."
January 17, 2008, 8:54 AM
Visitors to a main terminal at Moscow's Domodedovo airport now see a full-sized Mercedes-Benz E-Class—or at least an uncannily convincing model of the car—nailed to the ceiling.
Visitors to a main terminal at Moscow's Domodedovo airport now see a full-sized Mercedes-Benz E-Class—or at least an uncannily convincing model of the car—nailed to the ceiling.
January 16, 2008, 5:40 PM
Bagfuls of brightly colored plastic balls were unleashed from the top of Rome’s Spanish Steps earlier today in a stunt.
Bagfuls of brightly colored plastic balls were unleashed from the top of Rome’s Spanish Steps earlier today in a stunt.
January 16, 2008, 3:53 PM
Airplane Instrument Coasters!
Airplane Instrument Coasters!
January 15, 2008, 4:53 PM
The discount airlines' business plans aren't so hot—and they're facing termination.
The discount airlines' business plans aren't so hot—and they're facing termination.
January 15, 2008, 2:26 PM
President George W. Bush is on a tour of the Mideast, and his advisers have created a travel blog to highlight some impressions from the trip.
President George W. Bush is on a tour of the Mideast, and his advisers have created a travel blog to highlight some impressions from the trip.
January 15, 2008, 12:55 PM
You spoke up—now hear what other readers have to say about kid-free zones.
You spoke up—now hear what other readers have to say about kid-free zones.
January 15, 2008, 11:59 AM
Readers of this blog have offered some tips for travelers who are sitting next to children who are acting out.
Readers of this blog have offered some tips for travelers who are sitting next to children who are acting out.
January 15, 2008, 11:07 AM
hate having to find a place to put all the stuff. This new park has a solution for that, and it's very smart.
hate having to find a place to put all the stuff. This new park has a solution for that, and it's very smart.
January 15, 2008, 8:50 AM
The next time you're too embarrassed to ask a local about how to say "bathroom," this website could help.
The next time you're too embarrassed to ask a local about how to say "bathroom," this website could help.
January 14, 2008, 5:04 PM
That long Times article you've been meaning to read? You can download it for on-the-go perusal.
That long Times article you've been meaning to read? You can download it for on-the-go perusal.
January 14, 2008, 10:17 AM
You can help one of our staffers plan a weekend getaway to Boston—any one know a good vegetarian place?
You can help one of our staffers plan a weekend getaway to Boston—any one know a good vegetarian place?
January 14, 2008, 8:33 AM
A new budget hotel chain in Britain is debuting, with rates going for $108 to $167 a night per room at locations outside of London.
A new budget hotel chain in Britain is debuting, with rates going for $108 to $167 a night per room at locations outside of London.
January 14, 2008, 8:11 AM
It's a train station! It's a market! — wait a minute.
It's a train station! It's a market! — wait a minute.
January 11, 2008, 9:39 AM
Forty-seven senators want the government to allow citizens to carry loaded handguns and other firearms in our national parks.
Forty-seven senators want the government to allow citizens to carry loaded handguns and other firearms in our national parks.
January 11, 2008, 9:14 AM
Anyone interested in equal rights for gay people should check out the Human Rights Campaign's Buying for Equality 2008.
Anyone interested in equal rights for gay people should check out the Human Rights Campaign's Buying for Equality 2008.
January 10, 2008, 11:33 AM
A poll of 1,230 frequent diners found that many of them were frustrated with restaurant policies regarding late arrivals.
A poll of 1,230 frequent diners found that many of them were frustrated with restaurant policies regarding late arrivals.
January 10, 2008, 10:01 AM
We recently asked readers if they knew of any must-see spots, restaurants, and shops in Napa Valley, Calif.
We recently asked readers if they knew of any must-see spots, restaurants, and shops in Napa Valley, Calif.
January 10, 2008, 8:34 AM
On the bright side, the airline is also adding 40 round-trip flights in markets it expects will grow this summer.
On the bright side, the airline is also adding 40 round-trip flights in markets it expects will grow this summer.
January 9, 2008, 1:42 PM
Love foreign supermarkets as much as we do? Now you can prove it.
Love foreign supermarkets as much as we do? Now you can prove it.
January 9, 2008, 12:50 PM
A new virtual tour of ancient Rome is the latest exhibition at the Baths of Diocletian, a majestic collection of saunas and gymnasiums that are roughly 1,700 years old.
A new virtual tour of ancient Rome is the latest exhibition at the Baths of Diocletian, a majestic collection of saunas and gymnasiums that are roughly 1,700 years old.
January 9, 2008, 11:14 AM
Spyland is set to open in near Saragosa, Spain, (about 170 miles northeast of Madrid) within two years.
Spyland is set to open in near Saragosa, Spain, (about 170 miles northeast of Madrid) within two years.
January 9, 2008, 10:39 AM
The VeloDisco is a bicycle powered art vehicle built for Burning Man 2007.
The VeloDisco is a bicycle powered art vehicle built for Burning Man 2007.
January 9, 2008, 9:49 AM
Apparently, even the happiest place on earth needs some kid-free spots.
Apparently, even the happiest place on earth needs some kid-free spots.
January 8, 2008, 10:24 AM
The mayor of Paris is proposing that the city offer about 2,000 electric vehicles for the public and tourists to use.
The mayor of Paris is proposing that the city offer about 2,000 electric vehicles for the public and tourists to use.
January 7, 2008, 4:08 PM
If you live long enough, anything can happen.
If you live long enough, anything can happen.
January 7, 2008, 12:55 PM
Sony announced that it has taken the technology behind noise-canceling headphones a step further with its (eloquently named) MDR-NC500D.
Sony announced that it has taken the technology behind noise-canceling headphones a step further with its (eloquently named) MDR-NC500D.
January 7, 2008, 10:10 AM
You can help one of our staffers plan a trip to Napa.
You can help one of our staffers plan a trip to Napa.
January 7, 2008, 8:43 AM
Here's a traffic cam for one street corner in India.
Here's a traffic cam for one street corner in India.
January 4, 2008, 5:17 PM
Yes, you read it right. The devices detect heat given off from a rocket, and then fire a laser beam that jams the missile's guidance system.
Yes, you read it right. The devices detect heat given off from a rocket, and then fire a laser beam that jams the missile's guidance system.
January 4, 2008, 5:13 PM
Planes were one of the last unconnected sanctuaries, but now airlines are experimenting with in-flight WiFi.
Planes were one of the last unconnected sanctuaries, but now airlines are experimenting with in-flight WiFi.
January 4, 2008, 2:39 PM
January is prime time for "restaurant weeks"—when cities get restaurants to agree to three-course set menus at much cheaper prices.
January is prime time for "restaurant weeks"—when cities get restaurants to agree to three-course set menus at much cheaper prices.
January 4, 2008, 1:21 PM
Y'all are the most interesting travelers we've ever heard of.
Y'all are the most interesting travelers we've ever heard of.
January 4, 2008, 12:36 PM
Overpackers, rejoice! Now you can carry more than one on.
Overpackers, rejoice! Now you can carry more than one on.
January 4, 2008, 11:09 AM
You might be able to surf the web on flights in the coming years, but how will airlines handle what kind of sites you can get to?
You might be able to surf the web on flights in the coming years, but how will airlines handle what kind of sites you can get to?
January 4, 2008, 9:58 AM
We're getting you up-to-date on everything that's happening this week—including the new FAA restriction.
We're getting you up-to-date on everything that's happening this week—including the new FAA restriction.
January 3, 2008, 4:21 PM
French railway tickets, a new restaurant week, and more in today's edition.
French railway tickets, a new restaurant week, and more in today's edition.
January 3, 2008, 11:30 AM
We think they're pretty neat—check out the full slideshow here.
We think they're pretty neat—check out the full slideshow here.
January 3, 2008, 11:14 AM
Turns out it's just a catchy form of marketing.
Turns out it's just a catchy form of marketing.
January 3, 2008, 10:35 AM
The latest weird news and photos—including the first carbon-neutral airline.
The latest weird news and photos—including the first carbon-neutral airline.
January 3, 2008, 9:16 AM
There's a new ban on spare non-rechargeable lithium batteries in checked luggage.
There's a new ban on spare non-rechargeable lithium batteries in checked luggage.
January 2, 2008, 2:45 PM
The State Department has approved new passport cards that can be used by U.S. citizens instead of a passport when traveling to other countries in the western hemisphere.
The State Department has approved new passport cards that can be used by U.S. citizens instead of a passport when traveling to other countries in the western hemisphere.
January 2, 2008, 2:13 PM
One of the most significant finds of our time, the fighters will be touring the U.S. this year.
One of the most significant finds of our time, the fighters will be touring the U.S. this year.
January 2, 2008, 12:57 PM
This year, a documentary film called 20 Seconds of Joy will race around the world's film festival circuit, telling the story of gorgeous Norwegian B.A.S.E. jumper Karina Hollekim
This year, a documentary film called 20 Seconds of Joy will race around the world's film festival circuit, telling the story of gorgeous Norwegian B.A.S.E. jumper Karina Hollekim
January 2, 2008, 8:55 AM
Friend him quick—he's got to be the most eligible bachelor on there!
Friend him quick—he's got to be the most eligible bachelor on there!
