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Archive: November 2008
November 26, 2008, 3:25 PM
Hotels.com has a sale on 500 properties starting on Friday and running for four days.
Hotels.com has a sale on 500 properties starting on Friday and running for four days.
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November 26, 2008, 1:51 PM
Zagat picks the best airlines.
Zagat picks the best airlines.
November 26, 2008, 10:02 AM
The city will celebrate the Circle of Lights this Friday with a huge party.
The city will celebrate the Circle of Lights this Friday with a huge party.
November 25, 2008, 7:21 PM
Air France has announced that passengers can now stop over in Paris for free on all flights to Europe, Middle East, India, or Africa.
Air France has announced that passengers can now stop over in Paris for free on all flights to Europe, Middle East, India, or Africa.
November 25, 2008, 4:58 PM
We test a synthetic ice surface at the American Museum of Natural History.
We test a synthetic ice surface at the American Museum of Natural History.
November 25, 2008, 8:48 AM
Travel Off the Cuff is a travel-news aggregator—a bit like the Yahoo! homepage. It relies on its readers to post the news they find interesting. If you ever run out of things to read at BudgetTravel.com, check it out.
Travel Off the Cuff is a travel-news aggregator—a bit like the Yahoo! homepage. It relies on its readers to post the news they find interesting. If you ever run out of things to read at BudgetTravel.com, check it out.
November 24, 2008, 4:39 PM
Cheap eyeglasses in Shanghai, Thanksgiving at Plimoth Plantation, and France's feeble café culture.
Cheap eyeglasses in Shanghai, Thanksgiving at Plimoth Plantation, and France's feeble café culture.
November 24, 2008, 4:20 PM
The official tourism website is better than ever. Plus, info on how you can re-live key scenes in the new Nicole Kidman movie Australia.
The official tourism website is better than ever. Plus, info on how you can re-live key scenes in the new Nicole Kidman movie Australia.
November 24, 2008, 3:32 PM
Passengers in Canada who require extra seats soon won't have to pay for them.
Passengers in Canada who require extra seats soon won't have to pay for them.
November 24, 2008, 10:56 AM
Get your fill of all things Narnia at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia when "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition" opens on Friday.
Get your fill of all things Narnia at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia when "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Exhibition" opens on Friday.
November 24, 2008, 10:25 AM
For example, travelers are paying 15 percent more this year to rates stay at Houston hotels between October and December than they did a year ago.
For example, travelers are paying 15 percent more this year to rates stay at Houston hotels between October and December than they did a year ago.
November 21, 2008, 4:52 PM
Everything in the new, travel-themed bookstore goes on sale this Sunday, Nov. 23.
Everything in the new, travel-themed bookstore goes on sale this Sunday, Nov. 23.
November 21, 2008, 2:02 PM
Opening its doors after two years, the National History Museum revealed a fresh look in its central area today, thanks to a $85 million makeover.
Opening its doors after two years, the National History Museum revealed a fresh look in its central area today, thanks to a $85 million makeover.
November 21, 2008, 1:54 PM
Nearly half the nation's independent parks have been rated by users in an online survey.
Nearly half the nation's independent parks have been rated by users in an online survey.
November 21, 2008, 11:33 AM
At The Jane, $99 rooms have a bed with built-in drawers, free Wi-Fi, an LCD television, a DVD player, and an iPod docking station. There are 60 such rooms now, 140 more arrive in the New Year.
At The Jane, $99 rooms have a bed with built-in drawers, free Wi-Fi, an LCD television, a DVD player, and an iPod docking station. There are 60 such rooms now, 140 more arrive in the New Year.
November 20, 2008, 3:36 PM
To raise funds for repairs, some churches are pushing aside pews to open up cafés.
To raise funds for repairs, some churches are pushing aside pews to open up cafés.
November 20, 2008, 2:25 PM
DIY sightseeing tours for some major cities.
DIY sightseeing tours for some major cities.
November 20, 2008, 1:54 PM
Colombia's vibrant seaside city is experiencing a rebirth. The attraction for Liz Ozaist was deeper: She went to discover the place that first enchanted her father 20 years ago.
Colombia's vibrant seaside city is experiencing a rebirth. The attraction for Liz Ozaist was deeper: She went to discover the place that first enchanted her father 20 years ago.
November 20, 2008, 1:40 PM
But don't expect delays to disappear or fares to drop right away.
But don't expect delays to disappear or fares to drop right away.
November 20, 2008, 12:55 PM
Pablo O'Brien, who oversees day-to-day activities at Yahoo! Travel, has offered his tips to save a little dough (and maybe sanity?) this holiday season.
Pablo O'Brien, who oversees day-to-day activities at Yahoo! Travel, has offered his tips to save a little dough (and maybe sanity?) this holiday season.
November 20, 2008, 12:42 PM
In a free service that debuted this week, Yapta will send you e-mail notices if either the fare drops or an award seat becomes available for booking on a route you want to fly
In a free service that debuted this week, Yapta will send you e-mail notices if either the fare drops or an award seat becomes available for booking on a route you want to fly
November 20, 2008, 11:51 AM
The 2009 house walk in Oak Park, Ill., featuring rarely seen Frank Lloyd Wright houses, will take place on Saturday, May 16. But you need to get your tickets now.
The 2009 house walk in Oak Park, Ill., featuring rarely seen Frank Lloyd Wright houses, will take place on Saturday, May 16. But you need to get your tickets now.
November 20, 2008, 10:40 AM
A cheat sheet of words to know for your next gelateria or pizzeria stop, plus our handy Italy Menu Decoder.
A cheat sheet of words to know for your next gelateria or pizzeria stop, plus our handy Italy Menu Decoder.
November 19, 2008, 11:39 AM
Starting today, Megabus is giving away 100,000 free seats on its express buses for trips between Jan. 14 and March 18 on all Megabus routes.
Starting today, Megabus is giving away 100,000 free seats on its express buses for trips between Jan. 14 and March 18 on all Megabus routes.
November 19, 2008, 11:30 AM
Beaujolais nouveau makes its appearance in France tomorrow, and that means fireworks, feasts, and, of course, lots of tastings.
Beaujolais nouveau makes its appearance in France tomorrow, and that means fireworks, feasts, and, of course, lots of tastings.
November 19, 2008, 10:30 AM
Actress and dancer Leslie Caron wants more Americans in Burgundy. She's cut rates at her riverside inn to €99.
Actress and dancer Leslie Caron wants more Americans in Burgundy. She's cut rates at her riverside inn to €99.
November 19, 2008, 10:05 AM
The Sixth Floor Museum on Dealey Plaza is commemorating the 45th anniversary of the President's death.
The Sixth Floor Museum on Dealey Plaza is commemorating the 45th anniversary of the President's death.
November 18, 2008, 8:38 PM
Last week the Canadian short-haul regional airline began flying roundtrip from Toronto to Chicago.
Last week the Canadian short-haul regional airline began flying roundtrip from Toronto to Chicago.
November 18, 2008, 11:55 AM
Post a comment on the blog TrustyPony and you might win free travel gear. Plus, travel gear suggestions for the holidays.
Post a comment on the blog TrustyPony and you might win free travel gear. Plus, travel gear suggestions for the holidays.
November 18, 2008, 9:53 AM
American, British Airways, Delta, Northwest, Southwest, Air Alaska, and Air Canada are rolling out paperless, mobile-phone check-in.
American, British Airways, Delta, Northwest, Southwest, Air Alaska, and Air Canada are rolling out paperless, mobile-phone check-in.
November 17, 2008, 1:34 PM
Purchase a four-day/four-night Magic Your Way hotel and ticket package, and Disney will add three days in the parks and three nights of hotel accommodations for free.
Purchase a four-day/four-night Magic Your Way hotel and ticket package, and Disney will add three days in the parks and three nights of hotel accommodations for free.
November 17, 2008, 11:11 AM
Barack Obama's Chicago, saving Tin Pan Alley, horse-betting in Beirut, and fitting in with the locals in Berlin.
Barack Obama's Chicago, saving Tin Pan Alley, horse-betting in Beirut, and fitting in with the locals in Berlin.
November 16, 2008, 9:50 AM
A sushi restaurant in Los Angeles takes the Thanksgiving feast in an unexpected, slightly disturbing direction.
A sushi restaurant in Los Angeles takes the Thanksgiving feast in an unexpected, slightly disturbing direction.
November 15, 2008, 1:09 PM
Are you an undergraduate or master's degree student in journalism with housing in New York City? Then why not apply for a spring internship with us?
Are you an undergraduate or master's degree student in journalism with housing in New York City? Then why not apply for a spring internship with us?
November 14, 2008, 12:02 PM
Whether you're visiting for an afternoon (as part of a cruise stop) or staying up to a week, Stephen Keeling has the answer. He just spent two months writing a guidebook there.
Whether you're visiting for an afternoon (as part of a cruise stop) or staying up to a week, Stephen Keeling has the answer. He just spent two months writing a guidebook there.
November 13, 2008, 5:45 PM
On Friday in London, a graffiti artist's helpers will distribute 1,000 screenprinted paintings all over the city. The works are free for the taking.
On Friday in London, a graffiti artist's helpers will distribute 1,000 screenprinted paintings all over the city. The works are free for the taking.
November 13, 2008, 3:22 PM
Off the screen, how can you visit the sights where Bond has been? We're on the case.
Off the screen, how can you visit the sights where Bond has been? We're on the case.
November 13, 2008, 1:39 PM
A new survey picks the best and worst airlines. Researchers found that overall airline performance continued on a five-year downward spiral.
A new survey picks the best and worst airlines. Researchers found that overall airline performance continued on a five-year downward spiral.
November 13, 2008, 1:31 PM
Our Paris embed reports on the restaurant scene.
Our Paris embed reports on the restaurant scene.
November 13, 2008, 9:39 AM
We get the inside scoop on movie location travel from Christine Bord, editor of a blog that highlights where movies or TV shows are currently filming.
We get the inside scoop on movie location travel from Christine Bord, editor of a blog that highlights where movies or TV shows are currently filming.
November 12, 2008, 1:23 PM
Denver, the town of Buffalo Bill and Rocky Mountain highs, is celebrating its second annual Art Week, beginning this weekend.
Denver, the town of Buffalo Bill and Rocky Mountain highs, is celebrating its second annual Art Week, beginning this weekend.
November 11, 2008, 3:14 PM
We take all of our least-favorite words and phrases, and turn them into a blog post to remember.
We take all of our least-favorite words and phrases, and turn them into a blog post to remember.
November 11, 2008, 1:14 PM
A husband remembers travels taken with his wife.
A husband remembers travels taken with his wife.
November 11, 2008, 11:23 AM
The NBC travel journalist says United may fail by March.
The NBC travel journalist says United may fail by March.
November 11, 2008, 11:12 AM
By paying online at united.com through Jan. 31, you'll pay $12 instead of the usual $15.
By paying online at united.com through Jan. 31, you'll pay $12 instead of the usual $15.
November 10, 2008, 1:31 PM
Michelle's portrait on exhibit, a jet-lag killer, and American military cemeteries abroad
Michelle's portrait on exhibit, a jet-lag killer, and American military cemeteries abroad
November 7, 2008, 3:40 PM
The fare sales will be the biggest the airline industry has seen in the past 18 months
The fare sales will be the biggest the airline industry has seen in the past 18 months
November 7, 2008, 2:38 PM
Love is in the air whenever flights are grounded.
Love is in the air whenever flights are grounded.
November 7, 2008, 1:46 PM
Best Buy and HP team up in an effort to create a laptop for budget-conscious travelers.
Best Buy and HP team up in an effort to create a laptop for budget-conscious travelers.
November 6, 2008, 3:00 PM
The tour operator just announced the Presidential Heritage Safari.
The tour operator just announced the Presidential Heritage Safari.
November 6, 2008, 1:42 PM
Watch a chat on CNN with a BudgetTravel.com editor about how to survive your time at the airport.
Watch a chat on CNN with a BudgetTravel.com editor about how to survive your time at the airport.
November 6, 2008, 10:12 AM
Paris in the fall: a great time and place for a glass of wine and an order of raw oysters. Here are two two places worth seeking out.
Paris in the fall: a great time and place for a glass of wine and an order of raw oysters. Here are two two places worth seeking out.
November 5, 2008, 2:28 PM
Deals on hotels in D.C. and Las Vegas.
Deals on hotels in D.C. and Las Vegas.
November 5, 2008, 1:59 PM
What would you do if all that was left of your bag on a baggage carousel was the metal handle?
What would you do if all that was left of your bag on a baggage carousel was the metal handle?
November 5, 2008, 9:47 AM
The ship is renowned for helping to win WWII; its museum will reopen after nearly two years of renovations.
The ship is renowned for helping to win WWII; its museum will reopen after nearly two years of renovations.
November 4, 2008, 4:21 PM
We track the political action committees of the major U.S. airlines, and their contributions in this election cycle.
We track the political action committees of the major U.S. airlines, and their contributions in this election cycle.
November 4, 2008, 11:35 AM
Save 10 percent off selected hotels with a promotion code.
Save 10 percent off selected hotels with a promotion code.
November 3, 2008, 5:43 PM
A weekend storm blanketed eastern California with 18 inches and kicked off ski season early.
A weekend storm blanketed eastern California with 18 inches and kicked off ski season early.
November 3, 2008, 12:10 PM
Kentucky's bourbon trail, 50 decent budget hotels, and Boston on the cheap.
Kentucky's bourbon trail, 50 decent budget hotels, and Boston on the cheap.
November 3, 2008, 10:30 AM
Last Friday's NYC Halloween Parade brought out the ghastly as well as the funny.
Last Friday's NYC Halloween Parade brought out the ghastly as well as the funny.
November 3, 2008, 10:16 AM
Irish budget airline Ryanair will launch service to London from major U.S. cities, launching a price war with British Airways and other competitors. Early-bird fares will start at about $13, starting around at year end.
Irish budget airline Ryanair will launch service to London from major U.S. cities, launching a price war with British Airways and other competitors. Early-bird fares will start at about $13, starting around at year end.
November 3, 2008, 8:31 AM
A test of the Sony Playstation Portable as an all-purpose travel tool comes up with mixed results.
A test of the Sony Playstation Portable as an all-purpose travel tool comes up with mixed results.
November 1, 2008, 12:21 PM
Will raising prices and cutting down seat size mean the end of Midwest Airlines? Or save it?
Will raising prices and cutting down seat size mean the end of Midwest Airlines? Or save it?
