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Archive: April 2008
April 30, 2008, 11:36 AM
A woman is suing Norwegian Cruise Line because the cruise line was reserving seats in its priority restaurants for higher-paying passengers.
A woman is suing Norwegian Cruise Line because the cruise line was reserving seats in its priority restaurants for higher-paying passengers.
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April 30, 2008, 11:31 AM
A dessert restaurant whose 12-page menu offers mouthwatering pastries, cakes, puddings, and ice cream.
A dessert restaurant whose 12-page menu offers mouthwatering pastries, cakes, puddings, and ice cream.
April 30, 2008, 10:38 AM
A group of friends spent a week in Istanbul and found that guidebooks left them unprepared for what to expect as female travelers.
A group of friends spent a week in Istanbul and found that guidebooks left them unprepared for what to expect as female travelers.
April 30, 2008, 8:23 AM
You've got just under two weeks to pull together your Mother's Day gift (M-day is May 11 this year). How about a quick-and-easy online gift card at BedandBreakfast.com?
You've got just under two weeks to pull together your Mother's Day gift (M-day is May 11 this year). How about a quick-and-easy online gift card at BedandBreakfast.com?
April 29, 2008, 1:09 PM
A new museum celebrating '60s counterculture and music is set to open this summer on the site of the 1969 Woodstock festival in upstate New York.
A new museum celebrating '60s counterculture and music is set to open this summer on the site of the 1969 Woodstock festival in upstate New York.
April 29, 2008, 11:03 AM
The TSA is scheduled to expand its Black Diamond security checkpoint program to Milwaukee today, making it the 13th airport so far to offer self-select lanes based on ski icons (green for beginners, blue for intermediate, and black for expert).
The TSA is scheduled to expand its Black Diamond security checkpoint program to Milwaukee today, making it the 13th airport so far to offer self-select lanes based on ski icons (green for beginners, blue for intermediate, and black for expert).
April 29, 2008, 9:33 AM
Disney Cruise Lines will charge the first two passengers in a stateroom $8 a person per day up to a maximum of $112 per person per vacation.
Disney Cruise Lines will charge the first two passengers in a stateroom $8 a person per day up to a maximum of $112 per person per vacation.
April 29, 2008, 9:22 AM
In his most recent retrospective at the Brooklyn Museum, Murakami’s 90-plus-works use popular culture to investigate branding and identity...in the form of life-size transformer dolls, anime-inspired paintings, and a 10-minute cartoon episode.
In his most recent retrospective at the Brooklyn Museum, Murakami’s 90-plus-works use popular culture to investigate branding and identity...in the form of life-size transformer dolls, anime-inspired paintings, and a 10-minute cartoon episode.
April 29, 2008, 9:03 AM
We talked with Fawzia Rasheed de Francisco, author of "The Rough Guide to Travel with Babies & Young Children" about how parents can still plan great vacations--minus the fear factor.
We talked with Fawzia Rasheed de Francisco, author of "The Rough Guide to Travel with Babies & Young Children" about how parents can still plan great vacations--minus the fear factor.
April 28, 2008, 4:07 PM
If there's one piece of advice I give more than any other, it's to join the loyalty club of any company you use. But when I recently stayed at the Hard Rock Hotel in Chicago, I didn't take my own advice...
If there's one piece of advice I give more than any other, it's to join the loyalty club of any company you use. But when I recently stayed at the Hard Rock Hotel in Chicago, I didn't take my own advice...
April 28, 2008, 3:38 PM
Europe is sponsoring a contest for anyone who comes back from Europe with video and a story.
Europe is sponsoring a contest for anyone who comes back from Europe with video and a story.
April 28, 2008, 12:17 PM
This weekend, road food experts Jane and Michael Stern announced that they've launched a new blog, RoadFoodDigest.com. Published experts on roadside eateries weigh in daily on the latest news, opening, and trip ideas.
This weekend, road food experts Jane and Michael Stern announced that they've launched a new blog, RoadFoodDigest.com. Published experts on roadside eateries weigh in daily on the latest news, opening, and trip ideas.
April 28, 2008, 9:11 AM
Continental has decided not to merge with United. The airline's directors announced on Sunday that they felt that United's financial problem could put their company at peril. A marriage between United and US Airways now seems imminent.
Continental has decided not to merge with United. The airline's directors announced on Sunday that they felt that United's financial problem could put their company at peril. A marriage between United and US Airways now seems imminent.
April 28, 2008, 8:26 AM
Eos Airlines shut down yesterday and entered bankruptcy. It was an all-business class airline that began flying its route between New York JFK and London Stansted in October 2005.
Eos Airlines shut down yesterday and entered bankruptcy. It was an all-business class airline that began flying its route between New York JFK and London Stansted in October 2005.
April 25, 2008, 12:52 PM
We share our top five rides, now tell us—what’s your favorite amusement park ride? (It doesn't have to be in Orlando.)
We share our top five rides, now tell us—what’s your favorite amusement park ride? (It doesn't have to be in Orlando.)
April 25, 2008, 12:31 PM
There are a few days left in Virginia’s 75th Historic Garden Week, which ends on April 27. The Garden Club of Virginia sponsors the event and says that it is "the oldest and largest statewide home and garden tour in the county."
There are a few days left in Virginia’s 75th Historic Garden Week, which ends on April 27. The Garden Club of Virginia sponsors the event and says that it is "the oldest and largest statewide home and garden tour in the county."
April 25, 2008, 10:44 AM
What is the book (or audiobook, or podcast series) that you often—or always—bring with you on vacations?
What is the book (or audiobook, or podcast series) that you often—or always—bring with you on vacations?
April 24, 2008, 11:11 AM
In honor of the new Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Expedia has created 10 travel deals either based on or inspired by Indy's escapades. Trips go to locales such as India, Nepal, Jordan, and Egypt.
In honor of the new Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Expedia has created 10 travel deals either based on or inspired by Indy's escapades. Trips go to locales such as India, Nepal, Jordan, and Egypt.
April 24, 2008, 10:23 AM
The Power of Travel is a new website that lets you quickly look up your state or congressional district and see how much spending is done by tourists, with the estimated effect on tax revenues and job creation.
The Power of Travel is a new website that lets you quickly look up your state or congressional district and see how much spending is done by tourists, with the estimated effect on tax revenues and job creation.
April 24, 2008, 9:51 AM
Discount airline Eurofly is having a sale on flights in May. Starting at $499, you can book roundtrip, nonstop flights from New York City to Rome, Naples, Bologna, Palermo, or other Italian cities.
Discount airline Eurofly is having a sale on flights in May. Starting at $499, you can book roundtrip, nonstop flights from New York City to Rome, Naples, Bologna, Palermo, or other Italian cities.
April 23, 2008, 11:44 AM
One reporter argues that luggage inspectors are too often thieves. But is the threat exaggerated?
One reporter argues that luggage inspectors are too often thieves. But is the threat exaggerated?
April 23, 2008, 9:19 AM
Peak summer fares may jump by up to 20 percent in the near future, even before an expected merger plan between United and Continental is announced by mid-May. Book your flights now to beat the increases.
Peak summer fares may jump by up to 20 percent in the near future, even before an expected merger plan between United and Continental is announced by mid-May. Book your flights now to beat the increases.
April 22, 2008, 10:28 AM
The billionaire is optimistic that budget travelers will be still enjoying affordable, comfortable flights in the next few years.
The billionaire is optimistic that budget travelers will be still enjoying affordable, comfortable flights in the next few years.
April 21, 2008, 1:34 PM
A World Exposition in Zaragoza, Spain—scheduled to take place from June 14-Sept. 14, 2008—will focus on water and sustainability.
A World Exposition in Zaragoza, Spain—scheduled to take place from June 14-Sept. 14, 2008—will focus on water and sustainability.
April 21, 2008, 10:41 AM
Virgin America is selling tickets through April 25 for travel between April 26 and June 11, 2008.
Virgin America is selling tickets through April 25 for travel between April 26 and June 11, 2008.
April 18, 2008, 1:46 PM
If governments begin to tax airplane travel because of its damage to the environment, and if oil prices continue to stay sky-high, airfares may spike dramatically.
If governments begin to tax airplane travel because of its damage to the environment, and if oil prices continue to stay sky-high, airfares may spike dramatically.
April 18, 2008, 1:12 PM
Is it time for travelers to pay higher fares so that airlines can invest in their fleets and improve quality of service?
Is it time for travelers to pay higher fares so that airlines can invest in their fleets and improve quality of service?
April 18, 2008, 12:37 PM
The free service helps travelers decide whether they should buy a ticket now or wait and hope that the price drops.
The free service helps travelers decide whether they should buy a ticket now or wait and hope that the price drops.
April 18, 2008, 12:25 PM
New body scanners installed yesterday at airports in New York City and Los Angeles allow security screeners to peek under passengers' clothing to detect hidden weapons.
New body scanners installed yesterday at airports in New York City and Los Angeles allow security screeners to peek under passengers' clothing to detect hidden weapons.
April 18, 2008, 11:11 AM
Michael Luongo, author of Frommer's Buenos Aires, answers questions about this popular city in Argentina.
Michael Luongo, author of Frommer's Buenos Aires, answers questions about this popular city in Argentina.
April 18, 2008, 10:14 AM
It takes longer to fly the typical airplane route today than at any other time in two decades.
It takes longer to fly the typical airplane route today than at any other time in two decades.
April 17, 2008, 12:58 PM
The airlines will now typically have to pay $400 for short delays for rebooking (meaning two hours) and $800 for long delays (meaning more than four hours).
The airlines will now typically have to pay $400 for short delays for rebooking (meaning two hours) and $800 for long delays (meaning more than four hours).
April 17, 2008, 12:14 PM
We talked with two Rough Guides writers, Natasha Foges and Andy Turner, to learn their tips on frugal vacationing in Europe.
We talked with two Rough Guides writers, Natasha Foges and Andy Turner, to learn their tips on frugal vacationing in Europe.
April 17, 2008, 10:43 AM
Editor Justin Bergman, who lived in China for a while, offers tips on how to travel there on your own.
Editor Justin Bergman, who lived in China for a while, offers tips on how to travel there on your own.
April 16, 2008, 2:54 PM
The service is called "Choice Seat." You'll be able to select one of these seats during online check-in at an airport kiosk or on usairways.com from 24 hours and up to 90 minutes before departure.
The service is called "Choice Seat." You'll be able to select one of these seats during online check-in at an airport kiosk or on usairways.com from 24 hours and up to 90 minutes before departure.
April 16, 2008, 12:44 PM
Is McCain's summer gas-tax freeze populist pandering?
Is McCain's summer gas-tax freeze populist pandering?
April 16, 2008, 8:37 AM
If there's a public bus or light rail option on the trip you're planning, Google Maps will now suggest it. See a video with a full explanation.
If there's a public bus or light rail option on the trip you're planning, Google Maps will now suggest it. See a video with a full explanation.
April 15, 2008, 3:47 PM
Royal Caribbean's new ship is designed to have a cool interior courtyard open to the sky.
Royal Caribbean's new ship is designed to have a cool interior courtyard open to the sky.
April 15, 2008, 2:07 PM
Sometime between now and June, Italy's largest airline may be forced to ground all of its planes due to financial mismanagement and other factors.
Sometime between now and June, Italy's largest airline may be forced to ground all of its planes due to financial mismanagement and other factors.
April 15, 2008, 9:49 AM
The new airline, to be called Delta, will have a nearly 18 percent share of the domestic market, the largest share of any airline.
The new airline, to be called Delta, will have a nearly 18 percent share of the domestic market, the largest share of any airline.
April 14, 2008, 4:06 PM
Science and exploration travel is often overlooked by the major magazines. Luckily, Discover magazine has published a roundup of nine...
Science and exploration travel is often overlooked by the major magazines. Luckily, Discover magazine has published a roundup of nine...
April 14, 2008, 1:10 PM
Spas in 21 cities are offering discounted treatments this week. It's a promotional effort to attract new customers.
Spas in 21 cities are offering discounted treatments this week. It's a promotional effort to attract new customers.
April 11, 2008, 5:01 PM
Walt Disney World announced yesterday that the Disney Dining Plan will be offered free with select vacation packages.
Walt Disney World announced yesterday that the Disney Dining Plan will be offered free with select vacation packages.
April 11, 2008, 3:18 PM
Is it time for travelers to pay higher fares so that airlines can invest in their fleets and improve quality of service?
Is it time for travelers to pay higher fares so that airlines can invest in their fleets and improve quality of service?
April 11, 2008, 1:09 PM
A controversial monument to the world's second-oldest profession opens today. Here's the skinny.
A controversial monument to the world's second-oldest profession opens today. Here's the skinny.
April 11, 2008, 8:51 AM
Frontier will keep flying for now, but we have a tip on how to hedge your bets when booking travel on this airline.
Frontier will keep flying for now, but we have a tip on how to hedge your bets when booking travel on this airline.
April 10, 2008, 3:34 PM
More inspections are on the way for other airlines. Here's how to be prepared...
More inspections are on the way for other airlines. Here's how to be prepared...
April 10, 2008, 2:27 PM
The chief of American Airlines answers questions about the disruptions to the airlines.
The chief of American Airlines answers questions about the disruptions to the airlines.
April 10, 2008, 12:52 PM
I just saved $99 on a car rental. How?
I just saved $99 on a car rental. How?
April 10, 2008, 12:34 PM
Spain was apparently the biggest gainer last year, with a 22 percent jump. Here's the full picture for the rest of Western Europe's most popular destinations.
Spain was apparently the biggest gainer last year, with a 22 percent jump. Here's the full picture for the rest of Western Europe's most popular destinations.
April 10, 2008, 10:37 AM
American Airlines has canceled more than 900 flights today. It's the latest carrier to fail technical compliance with FAA rules...
American Airlines has canceled more than 900 flights today. It's the latest carrier to fail technical compliance with FAA rules...
April 9, 2008, 2:00 PM
Here are some expert tips on national parks travel from the author of Frommer's National Parks for Kids.
Here are some expert tips on national parks travel from the author of Frommer's National Parks for Kids.
April 8, 2008, 6:00 PM
Today, the photo-sharing website Flickr began to offer video uploads from cameraphones, digital cameras, and videocameras.
Today, the photo-sharing website Flickr began to offer video uploads from cameraphones, digital cameras, and videocameras.
April 8, 2008, 1:10 PM
New laptops costing less than $600 and featuring Microsoft Windows have became available. They offer lightweight solutions for travelers.
New laptops costing less than $600 and featuring Microsoft Windows have became available. They offer lightweight solutions for travelers.
April 8, 2008, 8:37 AM
A new website brings together about 60 leading travel blogs and puts their latest posts all on one page.
A new website brings together about 60 leading travel blogs and puts their latest posts all on one page.
April 7, 2008, 3:00 PM
Cell phones are now permitted during flights within Europe, thanks to a new regulation announced today. Air France is first to offer the service...
Cell phones are now permitted during flights within Europe, thanks to a new regulation announced today. Air France is first to offer the service...
April 7, 2008, 1:04 PM
French blogger extraordinaire, Clotilde Dusoulier, took time away from her culinary adventures to talk about Paris restaurants with us.
French blogger extraordinaire, Clotilde Dusoulier, took time away from her culinary adventures to talk about Paris restaurants with us.
April 7, 2008, 9:37 AM
The Skybus airline bankruptcy came surprisingly fast. Here are some answers to some key questions.
The Skybus airline bankruptcy came surprisingly fast. Here are some answers to some key questions.
April 4, 2008, 1:18 PM
Air Canada has debuted a new service for travelers inconvenienced by delays or travel disruptions while flying in Canada or between Canada and the U.S.
Air Canada has debuted a new service for travelers inconvenienced by delays or travel disruptions while flying in Canada or between Canada and the U.S.
April 4, 2008, 1:02 PM
Ian Chandler responded to our recent post about a new site describing the various European low-cost airlines, and we wanted to make sure you saw his tip.
Ian Chandler responded to our recent post about a new site describing the various European low-cost airlines, and we wanted to make sure you saw his tip.
April 4, 2008, 11:38 AM
About 44 percent of families take at least one trip a year with their grandparents, according to a new survey.
About 44 percent of families take at least one trip a year with their grandparents, according to a new survey.
April 3, 2008, 8:58 AM
Ticketholders can learn how to receive a partial refund by visiting ata.com for instructions.
Ticketholders can learn how to receive a partial refund by visiting ata.com for instructions.
April 2, 2008, 9:26 PM
As the editor of a travel magazine I’m not supposed to hate any place, or so I’ve always assumed
As the editor of a travel magazine I’m not supposed to hate any place, or so I’ve always assumed
April 2, 2008, 5:06 PM
Delta has announced plans for a revolutionary new seat design to be used on its international Boeing 777 and 767 fleet, beginning in 2010.
Delta has announced plans for a revolutionary new seat design to be used on its international Boeing 777 and 767 fleet, beginning in 2010.
April 2, 2008, 3:19 PM
About 9,500 commercial pilots have legal permission to carry .40 caliber semi-automatic pistols in-flight.
About 9,500 commercial pilots have legal permission to carry .40 caliber semi-automatic pistols in-flight.
April 2, 2008, 10:49 AM
Adobe unveiled an easy-to-use version of its Photoshop tool online last week. We give it a test drive.
Adobe unveiled an easy-to-use version of its Photoshop tool online last week. We give it a test drive.
April 1, 2008, 2:54 PM
The Baltimore Museum of Art is promoting two new exhibits by inviting the public to share their own artworks for possible display in online galleries.
The Baltimore Museum of Art is promoting two new exhibits by inviting the public to share their own artworks for possible display in online galleries.
April 1, 2008, 12:46 PM
Guests at all 18 W Hotels in the United States now have access to a luxury SUV that can take them to restaurants, the theater, and the airport.
Guests at all 18 W Hotels in the United States now have access to a luxury SUV that can take them to restaurants, the theater, and the airport.
April 1, 2008, 12:13 PM
As we anticipated in an earlier blog post, a new airline under the Virgin brand will be launching in December.
As we anticipated in an earlier blog post, a new airline under the Virgin brand will be launching in December.
April 1, 2008, 11:51 AM
Just how much does extra legroom cost? Maybe we'll never know.
Just how much does extra legroom cost? Maybe we'll never know.
April 1, 2008, 11:36 AM
Fly the friendly skies without debt—American Airlines has introduced an option to pay through your checking or savings account when buying tickets online.
Fly the friendly skies without debt—American Airlines has introduced an option to pay through your checking or savings account when buying tickets online.
