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Archive: January 2009
January 30, 2009, 3:26 PM
If President Obama sticks to his word, it’s likely that travel restrictions to Cuba will be eased. We highlight some expert analysis and travel tips for the Caribbean island.
If President Obama sticks to his word, it’s likely that travel restrictions to Cuba will be eased. We highlight some expert analysis and travel tips for the Caribbean island.
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January 30, 2009, 10:59 AM
From the World's Largest Disco street party to the Gasparilla Pirate Festival, Mike Guerriero has seen it all. We interview him for some tips.
From the World's Largest Disco street party to the Gasparilla Pirate Festival, Mike Guerriero has seen it all. We interview him for some tips.
January 29, 2009, 3:20 PM
The famous foodie guide doesn't just pick $400-a-meal restaurants. It also picks places offering good food at moderate prices. We mention a few upcoming picks.
The famous foodie guide doesn't just pick $400-a-meal restaurants. It also picks places offering good food at moderate prices. We mention a few upcoming picks.
January 29, 2009, 2:51 PM
In which we talk about dropping M&Ms on our seats and then sitting on them, losing treasured items we were carrying by hand, and other mishaps. Chime in with your own!
In which we talk about dropping M&Ms on our seats and then sitting on them, losing treasured items we were carrying by hand, and other mishaps. Chime in with your own!
January 29, 2009, 11:40 AM
Some tips from a spokesperson on how to book the $1 luxury hotel rooms being offered at LastMinuteTravel.com.
Some tips from a spokesperson on how to book the $1 luxury hotel rooms being offered at LastMinuteTravel.com.
January 29, 2009, 11:19 AM
For flights to Boston and NYC, tickets will go on sale on Feb. 4.
For flights to Boston and NYC, tickets will go on sale on Feb. 4.
January 29, 2009, 9:04 AM
Home2 Suites is a chain opening next year as a home away from home, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure.
Home2 Suites is a chain opening next year as a home away from home, whether you're traveling for business or pleasure.
January 28, 2009, 3:14 PM
Even experienced travelers may be surprised by what we discovered when researching where the duty-free deals are.
Even experienced travelers may be surprised by what we discovered when researching where the duty-free deals are.
January 27, 2009, 5:00 PM
It happens only once a year: The day we place all our hopes for good weather with a groundhog.
It happens only once a year: The day we place all our hopes for good weather with a groundhog.
January 27, 2009, 1:47 PM
A few strategies for finding top-drawer (and affordable) classical music in NYC.
A few strategies for finding top-drawer (and affordable) classical music in NYC.
January 27, 2009, 12:09 PM
The recession isn't stopping our readers from traveling. And a few patterns in their vacation plans are clear.
The recession isn't stopping our readers from traveling. And a few patterns in their vacation plans are clear.
January 26, 2009, 7:00 PM
Day trips for the business traveler, the jetting ape, and chocolate comes to Toronto's distillery district.
Day trips for the business traveler, the jetting ape, and chocolate comes to Toronto's distillery district.
January 26, 2009, 5:26 PM
A sweepstakes is giving away 40 free trips in 40 weeks to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the "Virginia Is for Lovers" tourism campaign.
A sweepstakes is giving away 40 free trips in 40 weeks to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the "Virginia Is for Lovers" tourism campaign.
January 26, 2009, 4:32 PM
Global guerilla-artist icon Shepard Fairey has his first museum survey at the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston February 6-August 16.
Global guerilla-artist icon Shepard Fairey has his first museum survey at the Institute of Contemporary Art/Boston February 6-August 16.
January 23, 2009, 5:26 PM
A list of 250 hotels that use practices that are less destructive to the environment can now be found at Travelocity.
A list of 250 hotels that use practices that are less destructive to the environment can now be found at Travelocity.
January 23, 2009, 3:59 PM
New, smaller photographic devices will let you capture all those fleeting moments that were so spontaneous you didn't have time to capture them on film yourself.
New, smaller photographic devices will let you capture all those fleeting moments that were so spontaneous you didn't have time to capture them on film yourself.
January 23, 2009, 2:30 PM
Videos of the successful water landing of a US Airways flight last week.
Videos of the successful water landing of a US Airways flight last week.
January 23, 2009, 11:39 AM
Cheap airfares to London abound. Here's one standout offer.
Cheap airfares to London abound. Here's one standout offer.
January 22, 2009, 12:41 PM
Sunday in Paris doesn't have to mean settling for a meal of fast food. With a little planning, much better options are easy to find.
Sunday in Paris doesn't have to mean settling for a meal of fast food. With a little planning, much better options are easy to find.
January 21, 2009, 11:59 AM
This morning Mayor Michael Bloomberg debuted two new moves to help tourists plan their visits to New York City: A new tourism website and a high-tech information center.
This morning Mayor Michael Bloomberg debuted two new moves to help tourists plan their visits to New York City: A new tourism website and a high-tech information center.
January 21, 2009, 11:42 AM
Our interview with the CEO of Zonder, a condo rental listings website.
Our interview with the CEO of Zonder, a condo rental listings website.
January 21, 2009, 8:44 AM
Four coastal inns are hosting Pies on Parade, with tastings and tours, this Sunday.
Four coastal inns are hosting Pies on Parade, with tastings and tours, this Sunday.
January 20, 2009, 3:36 PM
Spanish snow, un-ignored safety announcements, distinctive destinations, the USA's changing visa rules, and finding hotel rooms for the Super Bowl.
Spanish snow, un-ignored safety announcements, distinctive destinations, the USA's changing visa rules, and finding hotel rooms for the Super Bowl.
January 20, 2009, 3:24 PM
Rome’s deputy mayor believes 2009 will be "the year of the Colosseum." The city plans to host mock gladiator fights and is revamping several ancient sites.
Rome’s deputy mayor believes 2009 will be "the year of the Colosseum." The city plans to host mock gladiator fights and is revamping several ancient sites.
January 16, 2009, 4:19 PM
It’s taken sculptor David Adickes six years to carve the giant busts destined for the new Presidential Park and Gardens at WaterLights, just south of Houston.
It’s taken sculptor David Adickes six years to carve the giant busts destined for the new Presidential Park and Gardens at WaterLights, just south of Houston.
January 15, 2009, 10:23 PM
This is a real earful: A one-minute video explains how to take a pair of construction-site earmuffs and slip your MP3 player's earbuds inside it. Voila! Instant noise-reduction headphones!
This is a real earful: A one-minute video explains how to take a pair of construction-site earmuffs and slip your MP3 player's earbuds inside it. Voila! Instant noise-reduction headphones!
January 15, 2009, 5:45 PM
The Gem Hotel, with locations in Midtown West, Soho, and Chelsea, has rooms from $139 per night.
The Gem Hotel, with locations in Midtown West, Soho, and Chelsea, has rooms from $139 per night.
January 15, 2009, 3:35 PM
There's lots to do in Paris, even when there's a chill in the air.
There's lots to do in Paris, even when there's a chill in the air.
January 14, 2009, 5:57 PM
Reasons why you shouldn't bank those credit-card reward points for travel. If you have a stockpile of rewards points, consider redeeming them for rewards now before they are likely to be devalued.
Reasons why you shouldn't bank those credit-card reward points for travel. If you have a stockpile of rewards points, consider redeeming them for rewards now before they are likely to be devalued.
January 14, 2009, 5:07 PM
We're looking for towns with populations under 10,000 with an edge. Submit your favorite town now! It may win our competition.
We're looking for towns with populations under 10,000 with an edge. Submit your favorite town now! It may win our competition.
January 14, 2009, 2:21 PM
Alaskans young and old will jump into the chilly waters off Seward this Saturday, all to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
Alaskans young and old will jump into the chilly waters off Seward this Saturday, all to raise money for the American Cancer Society.
January 14, 2009, 12:06 PM
This year may be a record year for cruise-going, despite (or because of?!) the economic downturn.
This year may be a record year for cruise-going, despite (or because of?!) the economic downturn.
January 13, 2009, 5:24 PM
If present trends continue, there may be fewer than a dozen places worth visiting by 2016.
If present trends continue, there may be fewer than a dozen places worth visiting by 2016.
January 13, 2009, 12:53 PM
Why the Republic of Georgia's new tourism campaign tries to prove it's better than all other countries in the world.
Why the Republic of Georgia's new tourism campaign tries to prove it's better than all other countries in the world.
January 13, 2009, 8:42 AM
Tips from a Parisian on how to book hotels and short-term apartments.
Tips from a Parisian on how to book hotels and short-term apartments.
January 12, 2009, 5:00 PM
A Brutalist church, touring D.C.'s U Street, no more free theme-park beer, and the White House of Portland.
A Brutalist church, touring D.C.'s U Street, no more free theme-park beer, and the White House of Portland.
January 12, 2009, 4:18 PM
Book by Sunday for hotel stays through April 30, 2009.
Book by Sunday for hotel stays through April 30, 2009.
January 12, 2009, 3:01 PM
For $9 a day, the kids in the backseat can be entertained with live TV.
For $9 a day, the kids in the backseat can be entertained with live TV.
January 12, 2009, 2:39 PM
"Disney's Armed Forces Salute" offer grants active and retired military personnel discounted hotel rates and free admission to Disney's U.S. theme parks.
"Disney's Armed Forces Salute" offer grants active and retired military personnel discounted hotel rates and free admission to Disney's U.S. theme parks.
January 9, 2009, 4:14 PM
Playmobil's airport security checkpoint may or may not be fun to play with, but it's definitely fun to laugh about.
Playmobil's airport security checkpoint may or may not be fun to play with, but it's definitely fun to laugh about.
January 9, 2009, 1:04 PM
A poster gives a new perspective on those punchy sayings states use to set themselves apart.
A poster gives a new perspective on those punchy sayings states use to set themselves apart.
January 9, 2009, 10:46 AM
Airlines don't serve Hawaii with enough planes from the mainland U.S. because most of the passengers are redeeming frequent flier miles--which doesn't earn the airlines additional money.
Airlines don't serve Hawaii with enough planes from the mainland U.S. because most of the passengers are redeeming frequent flier miles--which doesn't earn the airlines additional money.
January 8, 2009, 6:35 PM
This year, the emphasis of magazine articles, TV shows, and tourism commercials is going to be on "mindful spending." This is something budget-conscious travelers have been practicing for years.
This year, the emphasis of magazine articles, TV shows, and tourism commercials is going to be on "mindful spending." This is something budget-conscious travelers have been practicing for years.
January 8, 2009, 2:43 PM
Learn about Hungary, Hawaii, and Iceland in this video.
Learn about Hungary, Hawaii, and Iceland in this video.
January 8, 2009, 2:34 PM
A week in Tuscany studying art, architecture, or cooking, including lodging at a fancy villa, meals, and art museum admissions, for about $330 a day.
A week in Tuscany studying art, architecture, or cooking, including lodging at a fancy villa, meals, and art museum admissions, for about $330 a day.
January 8, 2009, 10:56 AM
Reservations are now being taken for Restaurant Week in New York City.
Reservations are now being taken for Restaurant Week in New York City.
January 8, 2009, 8:12 AM
A South African airline plans a new payment model: Rather than pay a set fare, passengers will buy minutes, much like a prepaid cell phone.
A South African airline plans a new payment model: Rather than pay a set fare, passengers will buy minutes, much like a prepaid cell phone.
January 7, 2009, 12:04 PM
Skiers who used to ski in the West Coast are now skiing in the East Coast, keeping prices high for lift-tickets, etc. Here are a couple of strategies for finding deals.
Skiers who used to ski in the West Coast are now skiing in the East Coast, keeping prices high for lift-tickets, etc. Here are a couple of strategies for finding deals.
January 7, 2009, 10:30 AM
London's iconic red doubledecker, hop-on hop off buses may be staging a comeback by 2011.
London's iconic red doubledecker, hop-on hop off buses may be staging a comeback by 2011.
January 7, 2009, 9:06 AM
The much-loved Brooklyn Flea is moving indoors for the winter.
The much-loved Brooklyn Flea is moving indoors for the winter.
January 6, 2009, 5:02 PM
It's time again for France's twice-annual sales, which are a competitive sport in Paris. Give yourself a fighting chance with our tips.
It's time again for France's twice-annual sales, which are a competitive sport in Paris. Give yourself a fighting chance with our tips.
January 6, 2009, 4:33 PM
Things to do in D.C., Chicago, and Iceland; RIP airlines of 2008; readers' overrated trips; weird towel animals.
Things to do in D.C., Chicago, and Iceland; RIP airlines of 2008; readers' overrated trips; weird towel animals.
January 5, 2009, 5:39 PM
Learn how to see Obama's old haunts in Hawaii, get a ride-share to the presidential inauguration, and plan a trip to Kenya.
Learn how to see Obama's old haunts in Hawaii, get a ride-share to the presidential inauguration, and plan a trip to Kenya.
