|
|
|
A special series of posts delivering money-saving travel tips.
Archive: June 2008
June 30, 2008, 2:18 PM
The latest backpack from Briggs & Riley Travelware hits stores this week and is tailored to families on the go.
The latest backpack from Briggs & Riley Travelware hits stores this week and is tailored to families on the go.
Comments (1)
June 30, 2008, 11:46 AM
The highly rated domestic carrier based out of Milwaukee, Wis., and Kansas City, Mo. is dramatically reducing its number of planes and laying off pilots.
The highly rated domestic carrier based out of Milwaukee, Wis., and Kansas City, Mo. is dramatically reducing its number of planes and laying off pilots.
June 30, 2008, 11:23 AM
The number of travel agents in the U.S. is down 30 percent since 2000. But there are still times when an agent can be your greatest trip-planning asset.
The number of travel agents in the U.S. is down 30 percent since 2000. But there are still times when an agent can be your greatest trip-planning asset.
June 30, 2008, 10:44 AM
Even a free ticket on Delta is going to cost you money starting on August 15.
Even a free ticket on Delta is going to cost you money starting on August 15.
June 25, 2008, 2:44 PM
Continental has just implemented a little-publicized $50 stand-by fee to help the airline offset rising fuel costs.
Continental has just implemented a little-publicized $50 stand-by fee to help the airline offset rising fuel costs.
June 25, 2008, 12:03 PM
Despite all the bad news about the economy and air travel, a trip to Europe is still possible with some creative planning. Tip #1: Consider cities like Budapest, Prague, Warsaw, and Zagreb.
Despite all the bad news about the economy and air travel, a trip to Europe is still possible with some creative planning. Tip #1: Consider cities like Budapest, Prague, Warsaw, and Zagreb.
June 25, 2008, 10:30 AM
Montreal's huge jazz festival is this weekend—3,000 musicians will perform.
Montreal's huge jazz festival is this weekend—3,000 musicians will perform.
June 24, 2008, 11:43 AM
As airlines reveal specifics about cutback plans for the next couple years, more and more employees are starting to feel their effects.
As airlines reveal specifics about cutback plans for the next couple years, more and more employees are starting to feel their effects.
June 23, 2008, 2:09 PM
Like many American drivers, airlines have to scrimp and save where they can. They've been retiring less fuel-efficient jets and even cleaning planes more often.
Like many American drivers, airlines have to scrimp and save where they can. They've been retiring less fuel-efficient jets and even cleaning planes more often.
June 23, 2008, 11:58 AM
In honor of comedian George Carlin, who recently passed away, here's a look back at his take on airline safety announcements. "In the unlikely event…. "
In honor of comedian George Carlin, who recently passed away, here's a look back at his take on airline safety announcements. "In the unlikely event…. "
June 23, 2008, 10:35 AM
A report from a desert safari that involves a jeep drive through enormous mounds of sand (called "dune-bashing"), a camel ride, henna tattoos, and belly dancing.
A report from a desert safari that involves a jeep drive through enormous mounds of sand (called "dune-bashing"), a camel ride, henna tattoos, and belly dancing.
June 23, 2008, 8:46 AM
Yet another good reason to sign up for loyalty programs, even if you're not planning on using the company more than once.
Yet another good reason to sign up for loyalty programs, even if you're not planning on using the company more than once.
June 20, 2008, 10:44 AM
So far, a website called I Found Your Camera has reunited 8 lost cameras with their rightful owners.
So far, a website called I Found Your Camera has reunited 8 lost cameras with their rightful owners.
June 20, 2008, 9:40 AM
Visiting Stonehenge, carrying luggage on the Tube, and other tips from a London commuter.
Visiting Stonehenge, carrying luggage on the Tube, and other tips from a London commuter.
June 20, 2008, 7:12 AM
The website europeanhostels.com has been updated with better tools for seeking out hostels. Find out what makes the site great.
The website europeanhostels.com has been updated with better tools for seeking out hostels. Find out what makes the site great.
June 19, 2008, 12:48 PM
Reflecting on the great American rite of passage, the road trip, and how it's faring in an era of rising gas prices and other changes to the landscape.
Reflecting on the great American rite of passage, the road trip, and how it's faring in an era of rising gas prices and other changes to the landscape.
June 19, 2008, 9:15 AM
Forget Craigslist and Venere for apartments in Italy. Look instead at Cross-Pollinate.com, convents (yes, convents!), and farm vacations. Our Rome guest blogger has the lowdown.
Forget Craigslist and Venere for apartments in Italy. Look instead at Cross-Pollinate.com, convents (yes, convents!), and farm vacations. Our Rome guest blogger has the lowdown.
June 19, 2008, 7:49 AM
The back of famous Sacre Coeur cathedral bears all the Montmartre charm of the front, but is less cacophonous and touristy. Here are Parisian sweet spots, picked by a local.
The back of famous Sacre Coeur cathedral bears all the Montmartre charm of the front, but is less cacophonous and touristy. Here are Parisian sweet spots, picked by a local.
June 18, 2008, 11:09 AM
Cama Beach State Park on Camano Island, about a 90-minute drive from Seattle, will open this Saturday.
Cama Beach State Park on Camano Island, about a 90-minute drive from Seattle, will open this Saturday.
June 18, 2008, 10:19 AM
This summer, Southwest, American, Alaska, JetBlue, and Lufthansa all plan on testing WiFi services that will allow laptop- and Blackberry-toting passengers to stay plugged in.
This summer, Southwest, American, Alaska, JetBlue, and Lufthansa all plan on testing WiFi services that will allow laptop- and Blackberry-toting passengers to stay plugged in.
June 18, 2008, 8:09 AM
Unlike air travel, a train trip across Europe is a fascinating experience in itself, not mere transportation. Here are routes worth doing for the scenery alone, but which won’t break the bank.
Unlike air travel, a train trip across Europe is a fascinating experience in itself, not mere transportation. Here are routes worth doing for the scenery alone, but which won’t break the bank.
June 17, 2008, 2:00 PM
ESPN.com offers a handy feature: a complete stadium guide for all 30 Major League baseball teams.
ESPN.com offers a handy feature: a complete stadium guide for all 30 Major League baseball teams.
June 17, 2008, 12:21 PM
Beijing has been facing several tragic obstacles to hosting the Olympics. Our guest-blogger reviews what the world's leading newspapers are reporting about China's plans.
Beijing has been facing several tragic obstacles to hosting the Olympics. Our guest-blogger reviews what the world's leading newspapers are reporting about China's plans.
June 17, 2008, 10:22 AM
Our guest-blogger has lived in India for much of the past two years. Here are his tips on the most helpful websites to use for planning a trip there.
Our guest-blogger has lived in India for much of the past two years. Here are his tips on the most helpful websites to use for planning a trip there.
June 16, 2008, 12:46 PM
It's getting costlier to check bags today. Here are some ways to handle the changes.
It's getting costlier to check bags today. Here are some ways to handle the changes.
June 16, 2008, 11:15 AM
Starting in time for summer travel, Mexico is enabling tourists to receive refunds of the 15 percent VAT (value added tax) on goods. Find out the rules.
Starting in time for summer travel, Mexico is enabling tourists to receive refunds of the 15 percent VAT (value added tax) on goods. Find out the rules.
June 13, 2008, 3:46 PM
If you book a flight on Orbitz and another customer subsequently books the same class seat on the same flight for a lower fare, Orbitz will reimburse you for the difference up to $250.
If you book a flight on Orbitz and another customer subsequently books the same class seat on the same flight for a lower fare, Orbitz will reimburse you for the difference up to $250.
June 13, 2008, 1:03 PM
Up and down the peninsula, aperitivi hour usually begins after 6 pm. Try local drinks, such as prosecco, spritz (Aperol or Campari and wine), and, of course, wine.
Up and down the peninsula, aperitivi hour usually begins after 6 pm. Try local drinks, such as prosecco, spritz (Aperol or Campari and wine), and, of course, wine.
June 13, 2008, 11:28 AM
Perhaps one of the most lovely, traditional, and affordable Italian daytime activities is, literally, a walk in the park. Our Rome-based blogger lists her favorites.
Perhaps one of the most lovely, traditional, and affordable Italian daytime activities is, literally, a walk in the park. Our Rome-based blogger lists her favorites.
June 13, 2008, 11:16 AM
In Paris, a sale is really an event. Regulated by the government, city-wide sales offer considerable savings. The next one runs June 25 until August 2.
In Paris, a sale is really an event. Regulated by the government, city-wide sales offer considerable savings. The next one runs June 25 until August 2.
June 12, 2008, 4:16 PM
American's vice-president for Airport Services Planning spoke with me yesterday about the checked bag fee and other changes at American. I asked him questions that readers have raised.
American's vice-president for Airport Services Planning spoke with me yesterday about the checked bag fee and other changes at American. I asked him questions that readers have raised.
June 12, 2008, 2:32 PM
Starting July 1, United will slap passengers with a $15 fee on domestic flights for the first checked bag. Chaos is likely to reign on the first days of the policy. Get the lowdown.
Starting July 1, United will slap passengers with a $15 fee on domestic flights for the first checked bag. Chaos is likely to reign on the first days of the policy. Get the lowdown.
June 12, 2008, 10:06 AM
On Saturday at 7 p.m. ET, organizers of a national patriotic event ask that you put down your hot dog, take off your hat, and say the pledge of allegiance.
On Saturday at 7 p.m. ET, organizers of a national patriotic event ask that you put down your hot dog, take off your hat, and say the pledge of allegiance.
June 12, 2008, 9:27 AM
Leaving New York City, the passenger next to me spent a good 20 minutes threatening her boyfriend. Stop the cell phone madness!
Leaving New York City, the passenger next to me spent a good 20 minutes threatening her boyfriend. Stop the cell phone madness!
June 11, 2008, 8:40 AM
On a new website, travel agents bid on your all-inclusive resort business.
On a new website, travel agents bid on your all-inclusive resort business.
June 10, 2008, 5:01 PM
The chairman and CEO of Marriott admits that he doesn't write all of his blog posts.
The chairman and CEO of Marriott admits that he doesn't write all of his blog posts.
June 10, 2008, 4:40 PM
Be it a tried-and-true destination or something new, what are your family's travel plans this summer?
Be it a tried-and-true destination or something new, what are your family's travel plans this summer?
June 10, 2008, 3:21 PM
After more than a year of hyping its new lifestyle brand, Starwood unveiled the 136-room Aloft Montreal Airport in early June, with several properties to follow in 2008 and 2009.
After more than a year of hyping its new lifestyle brand, Starwood unveiled the 136-room Aloft Montreal Airport in early June, with several properties to follow in 2008 and 2009.
June 10, 2008, 2:24 PM
Zaragoza, Spain, will host this year’s World Expo, which starts this Saturday and ends on September 14. Even Bob Dylan is in on the action.
Zaragoza, Spain, will host this year’s World Expo, which starts this Saturday and ends on September 14. Even Bob Dylan is in on the action.
June 10, 2008, 1:50 PM
Here's a first-person review of LimoLiner, a bus for the bourgeoise on the New York City to Boston line. The trip includes meals, a "bus attendant," broadband WiFi, and comfy service.
Here's a first-person review of LimoLiner, a bus for the bourgeoise on the New York City to Boston line. The trip includes meals, a "bus attendant," broadband WiFi, and comfy service.
June 10, 2008, 11:51 AM
Intense rains have led to a dam break.
Intense rains have led to a dam break.
June 10, 2008, 8:31 AM
A company staffer says that if you drive fewer than 100 miles, the company's computers automatically charge you for gas.
A company staffer says that if you drive fewer than 100 miles, the company's computers automatically charge you for gas.
June 9, 2008, 4:23 PM
Apple is making its iPhones more affordable to budget travelers. Here are tips on how to use this cell phone on the road without getting slapped with enormous charges.
Apple is making its iPhones more affordable to budget travelers. Here are tips on how to use this cell phone on the road without getting slapped with enormous charges.
June 9, 2008, 2:45 PM
This weekend, Alexander Hamilton’s historic home was set on wheels and moved to a new location. We offer first-hand tips on what else there is to see in Harlem.
This weekend, Alexander Hamilton’s historic home was set on wheels and moved to a new location. We offer first-hand tips on what else there is to see in Harlem.
June 9, 2008, 1:14 PM
Two of the summer's most buzzed about art shows are at the Prado in Madrid, including "Goya in Times of War."
Two of the summer's most buzzed about art shows are at the Prado in Madrid, including "Goya in Times of War."
June 9, 2008, 12:45 PM
Between June 14 and 17, Amtrak will cancel much of its Regional Service and all of its Acela Express service between Boston, New Haven, and New York City.
Between June 14 and 17, Amtrak will cancel much of its Regional Service and all of its Acela Express service between Boston, New Haven, and New York City.
June 6, 2008, 5:44 PM
It turns out that a German entrepreneur who owned a sawmill in the region discovered the ruins 40 years earlier, and ransacked the site, reselling artifacts to European museums on the sly.
It turns out that a German entrepreneur who owned a sawmill in the region discovered the ruins 40 years earlier, and ransacked the site, reselling artifacts to European museums on the sly.
June 6, 2008, 9:50 AM
Priceline is offering a full refund of its 3- to 8-day vacation packages if it rains at least a half an inch a day on the majority of your vacation days.
Priceline is offering a full refund of its 3- to 8-day vacation packages if it rains at least a half an inch a day on the majority of your vacation days.
June 5, 2008, 5:30 PM
From our new book: an amusing story from a flight attendant.
From our new book: an amusing story from a flight attendant.
June 5, 2008, 3:13 PM
A well-traveled Briton shows you how to use ferries to save on a night's lodging during multi-city trips, or to add a more scenic "Day Four" excursion to your visit to a major European city.
A well-traveled Briton shows you how to use ferries to save on a night's lodging during multi-city trips, or to add a more scenic "Day Four" excursion to your visit to a major European city.
June 5, 2008, 11:12 AM
Advice on what you should avoid (subways in Rome), what you should prepare for (a lack of air conditioning), and what are the most scenic routes (such as cable cars and water taxis).
Advice on what you should avoid (subways in Rome), what you should prepare for (a lack of air conditioning), and what are the most scenic routes (such as cable cars and water taxis).
June 5, 2008, 10:02 AM
Guests at the moderately priced InterCityHotels, often located right by airports and train stations, get to ride local public transportation for free.
Guests at the moderately priced InterCityHotels, often located right by airports and train stations, get to ride local public transportation for free.
June 4, 2008, 1:27 PM
On Sunday, officials in San Francisco cut the ribbon on the Contemporary Jewish Museum, which will present recent Jewish life through contemporary art, film, and music--not merely artifacts.
On Sunday, officials in San Francisco cut the ribbon on the Contemporary Jewish Museum, which will present recent Jewish life through contemporary art, film, and music--not merely artifacts.
June 4, 2008, 8:38 AM
A guy is bicycling his way across the country, and is blogging about it. Surprisingly, the blog is interesting even for non-cyclists.
A guy is bicycling his way across the country, and is blogging about it. Surprisingly, the blog is interesting even for non-cyclists.
June 3, 2008, 5:29 PM
Who are the nicest, cleanest, most generous tourists around? And how do Americans compare with other nationalities? Find out with the Expedia poll of hotel owners and managers.
Who are the nicest, cleanest, most generous tourists around? And how do Americans compare with other nationalities? Find out with the Expedia poll of hotel owners and managers.
June 3, 2008, 3:42 PM
Paris is buzzing about the decision to build the Signal Tower, a skyscraper resembling four stacked cubes, in the central La Defense district.
Paris is buzzing about the decision to build the Signal Tower, a skyscraper resembling four stacked cubes, in the central La Defense district.
June 3, 2008, 2:40 PM
Margaret Lyons, editor-in-chief of city info site Chicagoist, answered your questions about the Windy City. Check out her tips for the best spas, pizza shops, nightlife spots, and other attractions.
Margaret Lyons, editor-in-chief of city info site Chicagoist, answered your questions about the Windy City. Check out her tips for the best spas, pizza shops, nightlife spots, and other attractions.
June 3, 2008, 2:05 PM
A new book from A.K. Sandoval-Strausz's Hotel: An American History, is full of fun tidbits. Here are eight facts that surprised us.
A new book from A.K. Sandoval-Strausz's Hotel: An American History, is full of fun tidbits. Here are eight facts that surprised us.
June 3, 2008, 8:25 AM
Planning a trip to France this summer? Take advantage of a free-admission program to more than a dozen national museums.
Planning a trip to France this summer? Take advantage of a free-admission program to more than a dozen national museums.
June 3, 2008, 8:19 AM
This July in Santa Fe, you'll find the world's largest international folk art market. Sample Cameroonian meat pies, listen to Japanese Taiko drummers, and watch Chinese dragon dancers.
This July in Santa Fe, you'll find the world's largest international folk art market. Sample Cameroonian meat pies, listen to Japanese Taiko drummers, and watch Chinese dragon dancers.
June 2, 2008, 8:04 AM
To brighten up your day: a funny story from A Stingray Bit My Nipple!
To brighten up your day: a funny story from A Stingray Bit My Nipple!
