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Archive: December 2008
December 31, 2008, 11:18 AM
The water buffalo move into the path of trouble. And then there's a surprise. And another.
The water buffalo move into the path of trouble. And then there's a surprise. And another.
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December 30, 2008, 3:00 PM
Let us know the places on your radar.
Let us know the places on your radar.
December 30, 2008, 10:19 AM
Sheraton is rolling out new fitness centers nationwide, along with easier ways to keep fit on the road.
Sheraton is rolling out new fitness centers nationwide, along with easier ways to keep fit on the road.
December 29, 2008, 10:13 AM
See a sample of interesting subway art, and suggest your own favorite underground art.
See a sample of interesting subway art, and suggest your own favorite underground art.
December 24, 2008, 11:00 AM
Happy holidays!
Happy holidays!
December 23, 2008, 11:27 AM
More than 900 bands used Couchsurfing.com to find free places to stay last year. One band says it saved $5,000 on lodging costs for its 109 nights on the road in 2008.
More than 900 bands used Couchsurfing.com to find free places to stay last year. One band says it saved $5,000 on lodging costs for its 109 nights on the road in 2008.
December 23, 2008, 10:32 AM
Last-minute discount packages for Burns Night in Scotland and festivities in honor of the national poet's 250th birthday.
Last-minute discount packages for Burns Night in Scotland and festivities in honor of the national poet's 250th birthday.
December 22, 2008, 6:12 PM
Passengers willing to forgo all the extras can actually save money on their flights.
Passengers willing to forgo all the extras can actually save money on their flights.
December 22, 2008, 3:28 PM
Stephen Keeling, author of the Rough Guide to Puerto Rico, recommends this exuberant celebration.
Stephen Keeling, author of the Rough Guide to Puerto Rico, recommends this exuberant celebration.
December 22, 2008, 2:50 PM
Tours of Versace's mansion, holidays at amusement parks, white noise in the air, and crazy Asian hotels
Tours of Versace's mansion, holidays at amusement parks, white noise in the air, and crazy Asian hotels
December 22, 2008, 12:12 PM
The government tracks all international passenger activity. I requested a copy of my travel dossier, citing the Freedom of Information Act. I'm posting sample pages here.
The government tracks all international passenger activity. I requested a copy of my travel dossier, citing the Freedom of Information Act. I'm posting sample pages here.
December 19, 2008, 10:44 AM
Check out a slide show of some of the best photos submitted to myBudgetTravel.
Check out a slide show of some of the best photos submitted to myBudgetTravel.
December 18, 2008, 6:41 PM
FareCompare will soon offer free e-mail alerts to when airlines are holding unofficial, unadvertised fare sales before everyone else--even on Southwest Airlines.
FareCompare will soon offer free e-mail alerts to when airlines are holding unofficial, unadvertised fare sales before everyone else--even on Southwest Airlines.
December 18, 2008, 3:45 PM
"When faced with a risky choice," one woman traveler says, "women are more likely to err on the side of caution." What do you think?
"When faced with a risky choice," one woman traveler says, "women are more likely to err on the side of caution." What do you think?
December 18, 2008, 10:09 AM
At Christmas, parents line up with their fidgety kids for adorable photos on Santa's lap. Only it doesn't always work out that way...
At Christmas, parents line up with their fidgety kids for adorable photos on Santa's lap. Only it doesn't always work out that way...
December 17, 2008, 1:43 PM
From tiny kayaks to huge yachts, decorated boats will parade around 14 miles of Newport Beach's bay and channels.
From tiny kayaks to huge yachts, decorated boats will parade around 14 miles of Newport Beach's bay and channels.
December 17, 2008, 10:42 AM
The company has just launched a car-sharing service in New York City, London, and Paris.
The company has just launched a car-sharing service in New York City, London, and Paris.
December 17, 2008, 10:28 AM
In her first novel, Janice Y.K. Lee keenly describes the expat social whirl and everyday flavor of Hong Kong, shifting between 1952 and the tumultuous Japanese invasion in late 1941.
In her first novel, Janice Y.K. Lee keenly describes the expat social whirl and everyday flavor of Hong Kong, shifting between 1952 and the tumultuous Japanese invasion in late 1941.
December 16, 2008, 3:58 PM
From $50 one-way, a new direct train with upscale amenities will connect New York City and Atlantic City, beginning on weekends in February.
From $50 one-way, a new direct train with upscale amenities will connect New York City and Atlantic City, beginning on weekends in February.
December 16, 2008, 3:25 PM
Vacancies at U.S. hotels will hit their highest level since 1971, say forecasters. Deals will abound for budget-conscious travelers.
Vacancies at U.S. hotels will hit their highest level since 1971, say forecasters. Deals will abound for budget-conscious travelers.
December 16, 2008, 3:08 PM
465 TSA officers have been fired for theft since 2003.
465 TSA officers have been fired for theft since 2003.
December 15, 2008, 12:02 PM
A Vegemite museum, biking around Manhattan, cheap bets in Vegas, and Christmas in Bethlehem, Pa.
A Vegemite museum, biking around Manhattan, cheap bets in Vegas, and Christmas in Bethlehem, Pa.
December 12, 2008, 6:01 PM
Our attempt at corralling all those "great travel gifts" lists.
Our attempt at corralling all those "great travel gifts" lists.
December 12, 2008, 4:48 PM
Rescue teams set out on rafts and Romans prepared for the swollen Tiber River to overflow after days of severe weather throughout Italy.
Rescue teams set out on rafts and Romans prepared for the swollen Tiber River to overflow after days of severe weather throughout Italy.
December 12, 2008, 11:12 AM
There may not be any snow in New York yet, but the department store windows are in full holiday mode.
There may not be any snow in New York yet, but the department store windows are in full holiday mode.
December 11, 2008, 5:29 PM
Only 10 more shuttle launches left before the spacecraft are retired. Here's a guide to planning your trip to see one roar into the sky.
Only 10 more shuttle launches left before the spacecraft are retired. Here's a guide to planning your trip to see one roar into the sky.
December 10, 2008, 9:15 AM
Christmas has come early for those hoping for a model train under the tree this year.
Christmas has come early for those hoping for a model train under the tree this year.
December 9, 2008, 2:40 PM
An interview with a longtime oceanographer about rogue, or freak, waves, which are sea waves with a fury, velocity, and fantastic size.
An interview with a longtime oceanographer about rogue, or freak, waves, which are sea waves with a fury, velocity, and fantastic size.
December 9, 2008, 1:37 PM
Paris, Dubai, Prague, Moscow, and Athens: Can they all be overrated?
Paris, Dubai, Prague, Moscow, and Athens: Can they all be overrated?
December 9, 2008, 11:33 AM
Pirates have attempted to board two cruise ships in the Gulf of Aden in the past couple of weeks.
Pirates have attempted to board two cruise ships in the Gulf of Aden in the past couple of weeks.
December 8, 2008, 6:55 PM
The latest issue of Budget Travel was published in two batches, each with its own cover. Tell us which one you like better.
The latest issue of Budget Travel was published in two batches, each with its own cover. Tell us which one you like better.
December 8, 2008, 5:35 PM
Save $14 on shipping if you book Timbuk2's new wheelie bag.
Save $14 on shipping if you book Timbuk2's new wheelie bag.
December 8, 2008, 3:16 PM
Personalized in-flight magazines, Europe's Christmas markets, a travel blogger raffle, and airport hate.
Personalized in-flight magazines, Europe's Christmas markets, a travel blogger raffle, and airport hate.
December 8, 2008, 11:48 AM
Buy one ticket at advertised prices from El Al, and pay a lower price for a companion ticket.
Buy one ticket at advertised prices from El Al, and pay a lower price for a companion ticket.
December 8, 2008, 11:16 AM
Drum roll, please.
Drum roll, please.
December 8, 2008, 10:23 AM
A fancy lounge is available to anyone for $25 at LAX's terminal for international passengers.
A fancy lounge is available to anyone for $25 at LAX's terminal for international passengers.
December 5, 2008, 1:57 PM
Advice from someone who has been doing budget travel for 156 days this year in 16 countries. Why you should spend less, stay longer, and meet more locals when you take your next trip.
Advice from someone who has been doing budget travel for 156 days this year in 16 countries. Why you should spend less, stay longer, and meet more locals when you take your next trip.
December 5, 2008, 10:37 AM
Getting through the Louvre can be a slog. Here are some nearby restaurants and bars to either get ready or to get a second wind.
Getting through the Louvre can be a slog. Here are some nearby restaurants and bars to either get ready or to get a second wind.
December 5, 2008, 9:47 AM
The guarantees may discourage hotels from cutting their rates.
The guarantees may discourage hotels from cutting their rates.
December 4, 2008, 5:48 PM
Subway cars from the 1930s will be in service on Sundays.
Subway cars from the 1930s will be in service on Sundays.
December 4, 2008, 5:41 PM
Getting through security will be the least of your worries now that karaoke's come to Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport.
Getting through security will be the least of your worries now that karaoke's come to Houston's Bush Intercontinental Airport.
December 4, 2008, 1:57 PM
With a source for alternative lodging in case you need it.
With a source for alternative lodging in case you need it.
December 3, 2008, 4:16 PM
Southwest sells a handy padded carrier for a wine bottle for $5. Any other sources for wine carriers?
Southwest sells a handy padded carrier for a wine bottle for $5. Any other sources for wine carriers?
December 2, 2008, 4:31 PM
That's the joking headline from "The Onion," which describes itself as America's Finest News Source.
That's the joking headline from "The Onion," which describes itself as America's Finest News Source.
December 2, 2008, 3:52 PM
The Grand Illumination event this Sunday will feature the Fifes and Drums corp, celebrating its 50th anniversary.
The Grand Illumination event this Sunday will feature the Fifes and Drums corp, celebrating its 50th anniversary.
December 2, 2008, 12:59 PM
Today, the Capitol Visitor Center opens in Washington, D.C.
Today, the Capitol Visitor Center opens in Washington, D.C.
December 1, 2008, 5:41 PM
Philly's Italian market, Obama's Hawaii, buying tunnels in London, and razing Tokyo's Kabuki theater.
Philly's Italian market, Obama's Hawaii, buying tunnels in London, and razing Tokyo's Kabuki theater.
December 1, 2008, 5:06 PM
Tasmania spoofs the movie Australia.
Tasmania spoofs the movie Australia.
December 1, 2008, 12:07 PM
A new airline overtakes the famous, state-owned carrier.
A new airline overtakes the famous, state-owned carrier.
December 1, 2008, 10:35 AM
Save up to a third off this tour company's packages because it is waiving its surcharge for singles.
Save up to a third off this tour company's packages because it is waiving its surcharge for singles.
