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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.
The group Improv Everywhere recently pulled a stunt in London's Trafalgar Square.
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February 29, 2008, 9:32 AM
In preparation for the Olympics, the city has made lots of changes—and this one could prove controversial.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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, 2:23 PM
Travel photo.
Travel photo.
February 14, 2008, 1:38 PM
Indiana Jones, merger preditions, airline news, and more in today's roundup.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
