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Archive: February 2008
February 29, 2008, 9:58 AM
The group Improv Everywhere recently pulled a stunt in London's Trafalgar Square.
February 29, 2008, 9:32 AM
In preparation for the Olympics, the city has made lots of changes—and this one could prove controversial.
February 29, 2008, 8:54 AM
Fewer Americans want to spend summer in the city, according to a recent survey by the American Society of Travel Agents.
February 28, 2008, 10:05 AM
Imagine if you could leave your cubicle behind and travel the world for a year. That's what Brook Silva-Braga did when he was 25.
February 27, 2008, 9:05 AM
About 20 to 26 percent of TSA workers leave their jobs—or are let go—each year.
February 26, 2008, 4:54 PM
In a historic and controversial first, the Philharmonic became the first major Western institution to perform in North Korea.
February 26, 2008, 12:57 PM
Start packing light—news on the latest airline to charge for luggage.
February 25, 2008, 2:43 PM
You sprinted to the gate and just caught that connecting flight. But did your baggage come with?
February 25, 2008, 11:26 AM
Many of our favorite travel-inspiring films were big winners in the 2008 Oscars.
February 25, 2008, 10:04 AM
Expert photo tips and readers' best sunsets ever in our travel photography roundup.
February 24, 2008, 7:19 PM
New York City’s storied Plaza Hotel, which was under construction for two years, is scheduled to reopen as a ‘condo-hotel’ on March 1, 2008.
February 24, 2008, 9:32 AM
February 2008 poll for best travel innovation.
February 24, 2008, 9:19 AM
The news that Princeton is creating a program so that incoming students can spend a year doing social work abroad made me deeply envious.
February 22, 2008, 3:01 PM
A federal judge has dismissed a potential class-action lawsuit against Walt Disney World that would have allowed disabled guests to use their own Segways at the theme parks.
February 22, 2008, 11:43 AM
Last week, officials in London announced the possibility that U.S. air marshals could be used on all transatlantic flights on U.S. carriers.
February 22, 2008, 11:19 AM
It's the first time the Guggenheim has devoted a retrospective to a Chinese-born artist, on view through May 28.
February 22, 2008, 8:51 AM
The TSA is trying something novel at Denver International Airport: When you reach the security checkpoint, you can choose which line to enter.
February 21, 2008, 5:50 PM
February 2008 poll: What travel-related innovation from the past 10 years or so has made your trips more enjoyable?
February 21, 2008, 12:48 PM
You might have to get a little Saturday night fever and stay in town (if only to save a little money).
February 21, 2008, 10:29 AM
I was recently speaking with some cruise industry experts, and they shared with me a few cruise booking tips.
February 21, 2008, 7:51 AM
If the Swissotel Chicago really is giving housekeepers "a $10 bonus for every smoker they catch," I'm creeped out.
February 20, 2008, 4:38 PM
A new agreement will make it easier to fly to Australia. But prices aren't likely to drop anytime soon.
February 19, 2008, 8:23 AM
Amtrak is officially announcing that it'll begin random searches of passengers' carry-on bags—the system is modeled after the one used in New York City subway stations.
February 15, 2008, 2:01 PM
The South African vocalists have earned a global following—and racked up Grammy awards—since the 1960s.
February 15, 2008, 11:23 AM
As you may have heard, plans are in the works for Delta Air Lines and Northwest Airlines to merge, making it the nation's largest airline in passenger volume.
February 14, 2008, 1:38 PM
Indiana Jones, merger preditions, airline news, and more in today's roundup.
February 14, 2008, 12:27 PM
For the price of 1 euro (about $1.50), you rent yourself a glass and get to sample as many of the wines as you want.
February 14, 2008, 1:01 AM
Frida fans, take note: the largest U.S. show of the painter's work in 15 years is on view at the Philadelphia Museum of Art from February 20-May 18.
February 13, 2008, 11:01 AM
Find all ten prize-winning tips from our readers who have broken up (or nearly broken up) with their lovers on the road.
February 13, 2008, 10:36 AM
Recently, the European Commission proposed mandatory fingerprinting for all foreign visitors to most states in the European Union.
February 12, 2008, 10:44 AM
If you plan ahead, you can afford a great summer vacation without going into debt or raiding your long-term savings.
February 11, 2008, 10:45 AM
We can just see Simon in Mickey ears ... can't you? AI gets a new home, and other Disney updates.
February 8, 2008, 11:42 AM
Myanmar is taking baby steps to promote tourism, after ruthlessly squashing protests led by Buddhist monks back in September.
February 8, 2008, 10:02 AM
Farecast has begun to forecast ticket prices for 200 international routes for flights departing within the next six months.
February 7, 2008, 12:52 PM
It seems that most everyone agrees that the issue of overweight passengers on airplanes is a serious problem. What to do about it, though, is the subject of (a lot of) debate!
February 7, 2008, 9:46 AM
The presidential candidates spent the most on hotels in 2007, according to an analysis of Federal Election Commission filings by Holiday Inn Express.
February 6, 2008, 2:29 PM
For years, I've had mixed feelings about money belts, which aren't really belts but are instead pouches that you loop into your belt line.
February 5, 2008, 8:17 AM
Meet Bob, Ethel, Jay, Chance, and Jim —your friendly, blogging TSA officials. But will they be able to answer your questions?
February 4, 2008, 5:02 PM
Like a scene out of a sci-fi movie, the London airport is requiring some connecting passengers to undergo iris scans and get a thumbprint scan.
February 4, 2008, 3:41 PM
The airline will charge passengers on domestic flights $25 for a second piece of checked luggage, starting May 5.
February 4, 2008, 12:44 PM
Our recent blog post, "Should guns be openly used in the National Parks" drew more than 125 comments from readers.
February 3, 2008, 11:18 AM
Seems like a no-brainer, but when you're traveling with a companion, does it change things?
February 1, 2008, 4:49 PM
The film icon is set to star in an adaptation—our hearts are all aflutter.
February 1, 2008, 2:40 PM
This March, Canada's Porter Airlines will launch its first flights in the U.S.
February 1, 2008, 11:21 AM
Thanks to the Department of Homeland Security, all Americans will need more I.D. to re-enter the U.S. by car from Canada.
February 1, 2008, 10:15 AM
Five Gables Inn & Spa in St. Michaels, one of many charming towns by the Chesapeake Bay, is offering a special package for readers through Mar. 31.
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