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Archive: March 2009
March 31, 2009, 11:22 AM
American Airlines will expand its Gogo in-flight Internet service to more than 300 domestic aircraft over the next two years.
American Airlines will expand its Gogo in-flight Internet service to more than 300 domestic aircraft over the next two years.
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March 31, 2009, 11:02 AM
A series of activities and lectures will encourage Londoners to "stop and smell the flowers." It'll be a great time to rub shoulders with the locals.
A series of activities and lectures will encourage Londoners to "stop and smell the flowers." It'll be a great time to rub shoulders with the locals.
March 30, 2009, 5:06 PM
Tomorrow, 18 senators will introduce a bill to remove restrictions on travel to Cuba. The Washington Post says there is bipartisan support in both houses of Congress for the change.
Tomorrow, 18 senators will introduce a bill to remove restrictions on travel to Cuba. The Washington Post says there is bipartisan support in both houses of Congress for the change.
March 30, 2009, 2:49 PM
And other news from the travel world this week.
And other news from the travel world this week.
March 30, 2009, 10:15 AM
TV reports make it sound like Mexico is being split apart by the war against drug traffickers. But the U.S. State Department says that tourist areas are safe. What do you think?
TV reports make it sound like Mexico is being split apart by the war against drug traffickers. But the U.S. State Department says that tourist areas are safe. What do you think?
March 27, 2009, 10:32 AM
The 20 percent off sale launched today.
The 20 percent off sale launched today.
March 26, 2009, 5:36 PM
See the photo, and then learn how to submit your own True Story on the road for a chance to win a three-night, all-inclusive vacation to Los Cabos, Mexico.
See the photo, and then learn how to submit your own True Story on the road for a chance to win a three-night, all-inclusive vacation to Los Cabos, Mexico.
March 26, 2009, 4:12 PM
Some of Paris's finest restaurants are running great deals right now, but you have to know where to look.
Some of Paris's finest restaurants are running great deals right now, but you have to know where to look.
March 26, 2009, 9:51 AM
Brooklyn Brewery is open on Saturday and Sunday from noon until 6 p.m., and beers are $4, or six for $20. (Those are great prices for New York City.)
Brooklyn Brewery is open on Saturday and Sunday from noon until 6 p.m., and beers are $4, or six for $20. (Those are great prices for New York City.)
March 26, 2009, 9:06 AM
Boltbus, a spinoff of Greyhound in the northeast, continues to offer free WiFi and cheap fares.
Boltbus, a spinoff of Greyhound in the northeast, continues to offer free WiFi and cheap fares.
March 25, 2009, 1:11 PM
The device provides a quick scan while your shoes are still on.
The device provides a quick scan while your shoes are still on.
March 25, 2009, 11:11 AM
Only in Vegas: the Beer Tower holds 15 beers.
Only in Vegas: the Beer Tower holds 15 beers.
March 25, 2009, 9:20 AM
Huge discounts are yours for the taking. Save 30 percent or more on hotel room booked through the end of May.
Huge discounts are yours for the taking. Save 30 percent or more on hotel room booked through the end of May.
March 24, 2009, 4:16 PM
More than 65 sugarhouses will open their doors to the public this weekend.
More than 65 sugarhouses will open their doors to the public this weekend.
March 24, 2009, 9:11 AM
Kayak recently bought TravelPost and gave it a more powerful search engine. Its goal is to replace TripAdvisor as the most visited site for hotel reviews and rates.
Kayak recently bought TravelPost and gave it a more powerful search engine. Its goal is to replace TripAdvisor as the most visited site for hotel reviews and rates.
March 23, 2009, 5:55 PM
She dishes to The Daily Beast. We tell you why she's a smart cookie.
She dishes to The Daily Beast. We tell you why she's a smart cookie.
March 23, 2009, 4:40 PM
The Capital of the Comic Strip honors its animated heritage with a new museum and a walking tour.
The Capital of the Comic Strip honors its animated heritage with a new museum and a walking tour.
March 20, 2009, 2:57 PM
An incredible nationwide sale fare by Southwest (with a maximum fare of $200 roundtrip) has been matched by other major airlines. Everybody: Start booking flights, through this summer.
An incredible nationwide sale fare by Southwest (with a maximum fare of $200 roundtrip) has been matched by other major airlines. Everybody: Start booking flights, through this summer.
March 20, 2009, 12:00 PM
The Culinary Institute of America's new cooking and wine classes at its Napa Valley branch.
The Culinary Institute of America's new cooking and wine classes at its Napa Valley branch.
March 20, 2009, 10:27 AM
Book a two-night stay at one of 1,500 hotels nationwide by April 30, and you can redeem a free night's stay at any of those hotels by December 2011.
Book a two-night stay at one of 1,500 hotels nationwide by April 30, and you can redeem a free night's stay at any of those hotels by December 2011.
March 20, 2009, 9:52 AM
Yapta is the first service to let you track changes in the rates of a specific hotel.
Yapta is the first service to let you track changes in the rates of a specific hotel.
March 19, 2009, 5:10 PM
Travel is all about the last minute these days. Tell us about your spur-of-the-moment trips planned for the next couple of weeks.
Travel is all about the last minute these days. Tell us about your spur-of-the-moment trips planned for the next couple of weeks.
March 19, 2009, 4:24 PM
Fly.com's the new kid on the block when it comes to airfare metasearch. The site hasn't started advertising yet, but you'll be soon hearing a lot more about it.
Fly.com's the new kid on the block when it comes to airfare metasearch. The site hasn't started advertising yet, but you'll be soon hearing a lot more about it.
March 19, 2009, 3:57 PM
Cash in those bank rewards travel points, save big money on fancy dinners, and other tips.
Cash in those bank rewards travel points, save big money on fancy dinners, and other tips.
March 19, 2009, 3:26 PM
Deals to London are on the way.
Deals to London are on the way.
March 19, 2009, 2:32 PM
The legends of surfing come out to talk about the sport.
The legends of surfing come out to talk about the sport.
March 19, 2009, 2:10 PM
What's Twitter, and how can you make the most of it? To help explain, we look at this case study: Why did Expedia's stock mysteriously jump yesterday?
What's Twitter, and how can you make the most of it? To help explain, we look at this case study: Why did Expedia's stock mysteriously jump yesterday?
March 18, 2009, 5:32 PM
Theme Park Insider is having it own tournament to determine the Best Ride in North America.
Theme Park Insider is having it own tournament to determine the Best Ride in North America.
March 18, 2009, 2:05 PM
I'm off to Paris and looking to you to help me find some of the city's gems.
I'm off to Paris and looking to you to help me find some of the city's gems.
March 18, 2009, 12:25 PM
With April 15 around the corner, a couple of top hotel chains are offering several tax-themed discounts.
With April 15 around the corner, a couple of top hotel chains are offering several tax-themed discounts.
March 18, 2009, 11:15 AM
Listen to a pre-flight boarding announcement delivered in rhyme.
Listen to a pre-flight boarding announcement delivered in rhyme.
March 18, 2009, 10:25 AM
The month-long Festival of Houses and Gardens lets you see inside private colonial homes.
The month-long Festival of Houses and Gardens lets you see inside private colonial homes.
March 18, 2009, 2:42 AM
The land Down Under needs your tourism dollars.
The land Down Under needs your tourism dollars.
March 17, 2009, 5:40 PM
The #2 rated hotel according to TripAdvisor is practically giving away its rooms. Here's the offer.
The #2 rated hotel according to TripAdvisor is practically giving away its rooms. Here's the offer.
March 17, 2009, 2:43 PM
Tourists often have lots of legitimate reasons to complain about vacations. But these ain't them.
Tourists often have lots of legitimate reasons to complain about vacations. But these ain't them.
March 17, 2009, 10:13 AM
Today Travelocity is getting rid of its booking fees on plane tickets sold through May 31, matching a move last week by Expedia.
Today Travelocity is getting rid of its booking fees on plane tickets sold through May 31, matching a move last week by Expedia.
March 16, 2009, 1:36 PM
You'll soon have to give your full name, birth date, and gender in order to purchase airplane tickets. The TSA is taking over the watchlist monitoring program from the airlines.
You'll soon have to give your full name, birth date, and gender in order to purchase airplane tickets. The TSA is taking over the watchlist monitoring program from the airlines.
March 16, 2009, 1:00 PM
Immigrant origins, making restaurant reservations online, conquering your fear of flying, and getting to Australia for free.
Immigrant origins, making restaurant reservations online, conquering your fear of flying, and getting to Australia for free.
March 16, 2009, 12:10 PM
You can get out of most Paris restaurants for around €10 a head, but it'll take a bit of planning.
You can get out of most Paris restaurants for around €10 a head, but it'll take a bit of planning.
March 13, 2009, 5:55 PM
I'm off to Rome in a week. Anything you'd like to know? Ask now!
I'm off to Rome in a week. Anything you'd like to know? Ask now!
March 13, 2009, 4:48 PM
In honor of St. Patrick's Day, here's a look at your gorgeous shots of the Irish countryside and castles.
In honor of St. Patrick's Day, here's a look at your gorgeous shots of the Irish countryside and castles.
March 13, 2009, 3:39 PM
Kenya will chop tourist visa fees in half to $25, starting April 1 for the rest of 2010. The country is also waiving visa fees for children under age 16.
Kenya will chop tourist visa fees in half to $25, starting April 1 for the rest of 2010. The country is also waiving visa fees for children under age 16.
March 13, 2009, 10:33 AM
For those who like to get their cuisine in secret.
For those who like to get their cuisine in secret.
March 13, 2009, 9:46 AM
A half-dozen European restaurants simulate what it's like to be blind by serving you meals in an all-dark setting.
A half-dozen European restaurants simulate what it's like to be blind by serving you meals in an all-dark setting.
March 12, 2009, 1:47 PM
Hotspots that once tried to forget about the college scene would really like some of their cash these days.
Hotspots that once tried to forget about the college scene would really like some of their cash these days.
March 12, 2009, 11:49 AM
Alofts, Andazs, Indigos, and Elements: Oh My! Our editor in chief explores the new range of hip/affordable lodging chains, which come with amenities such as self-service check-in kiosks and a touch-screen concierge.
Alofts, Andazs, Indigos, and Elements: Oh My! Our editor in chief explores the new range of hip/affordable lodging chains, which come with amenities such as self-service check-in kiosks and a touch-screen concierge.
March 11, 2009, 5:35 PM
Yes, even in these scary economic times, you can still afford to take a big-deal trip. Where do you hope to visit and why?
Yes, even in these scary economic times, you can still afford to take a big-deal trip. Where do you hope to visit and why?
March 11, 2009, 5:30 PM
After publishing our most recent list of dream trips, we thought it would be fun to find out more about where a few of our coworkers hope to travel themselves.
After publishing our most recent list of dream trips, we thought it would be fun to find out more about where a few of our coworkers hope to travel themselves.
March 11, 2009, 5:16 PM
More than 10,000 of these exotic flowers, including some rarities, will be on display.
More than 10,000 of these exotic flowers, including some rarities, will be on display.
March 11, 2009, 2:43 PM
Save hundred of dollars on your next trip to Europe by booking two tickets: a round-trip ticket to Dublin and a second round-trip ticket on low-cost carrier Ryanair between Dublin and your final destination.
Save hundred of dollars on your next trip to Europe by booking two tickets: a round-trip ticket to Dublin and a second round-trip ticket on low-cost carrier Ryanair between Dublin and your final destination.
March 11, 2009, 11:57 AM
A Madrid-based adventure travel company now invites past customers to go on in-the-making expeditions and help shape the itinerary.
A Madrid-based adventure travel company now invites past customers to go on in-the-making expeditions and help shape the itinerary.
March 10, 2009, 1:38 PM
A pair of websites, ContactHelp and GetHuman, can help you figure out the best way to get someone on the phone to provide you with customer service at companies in the travel industry.
A pair of websites, ContactHelp and GetHuman, can help you figure out the best way to get someone on the phone to provide you with customer service at companies in the travel industry.
March 10, 2009, 1:31 PM
Most people don't turn to the arts when they're looking for late-night action. Paris's national gallery is out to change that.
Most people don't turn to the arts when they're looking for late-night action. Paris's national gallery is out to change that.
March 9, 2009, 3:06 PM
Kayak.com CEO Steve Hafner dishes about the travel industry, copycat designs, and his company's plans to take on TripAdvisor in the hotel-reviewing game.
Kayak.com CEO Steve Hafner dishes about the travel industry, copycat designs, and his company's plans to take on TripAdvisor in the hotel-reviewing game.
March 9, 2009, 3:05 PM
Today's theme: Spring Break destinations.
Today's theme: Spring Break destinations.
March 9, 2009, 2:01 PM
Wait times are still long at the major theme parks.
Wait times are still long at the major theme parks.
March 9, 2009, 11:04 AM
Heart-attack toast, cross-country train trips, money-saving flight advice, and the best Customs confiscations.
Heart-attack toast, cross-country train trips, money-saving flight advice, and the best Customs confiscations.
March 6, 2009, 4:29 PM
Take a look at some of the stunning deals available right now, and share the ones you've found yourself.
Take a look at some of the stunning deals available right now, and share the ones you've found yourself.
March 6, 2009, 1:32 PM
Having the fee info included in fare quotes makes it easier for travelers to make apples-to-apples comparisons.
Having the fee info included in fare quotes makes it easier for travelers to make apples-to-apples comparisons.
March 6, 2009, 1:22 PM
It's becoming cheaper and quicker to find a bite to eat for lunch in Paris. Look for these up-and-coming spots for the best in sandwiches, the latest culinary rage.
It's becoming cheaper and quicker to find a bite to eat for lunch in Paris. Look for these up-and-coming spots for the best in sandwiches, the latest culinary rage.
March 6, 2009, 12:33 PM
Tap into Hungarian culture without leaving our shores by visiting a series of free events this year.
Tap into Hungarian culture without leaving our shores by visiting a series of free events this year.
March 6, 2009, 10:58 AM
Google's Street View now shows you user-generated photos for richer views of landmarks, while Flickr's new Clock feature creatively presents user-generated videos worldwide.
Google's Street View now shows you user-generated photos for richer views of landmarks, while Flickr's new Clock feature creatively presents user-generated videos worldwide.
March 5, 2009, 2:17 PM
The famous foodie guide doesn't just pick $300-a-meal restaurants. It also recommends places offering good food at moderate prices. Our Paris blogger notes a few of her favorites on the list.
The famous foodie guide doesn't just pick $300-a-meal restaurants. It also recommends places offering good food at moderate prices. Our Paris blogger notes a few of her favorites on the list.
March 5, 2009, 9:51 AM
Alice Tully Hall, a famous venue for performances by orchestras and dance troupes, re-opened in recent weeks with a striking new look.
Alice Tully Hall, a famous venue for performances by orchestras and dance troupes, re-opened in recent weeks with a striking new look.
March 4, 2009, 12:00 PM
A fine way to experience authentic French culture is to catch a performance of modern ballads, called chanson. Luckily, the shows are affordable.
A fine way to experience authentic French culture is to catch a performance of modern ballads, called chanson. Luckily, the shows are affordable.
March 4, 2009, 10:01 AM
This Saturday, 67 mushers will compete in the Iditarod, Alaska's 1,131-mile dog-sled race, where temperatures could drop well below zero.
This Saturday, 67 mushers will compete in the Iditarod, Alaska's 1,131-mile dog-sled race, where temperatures could drop well below zero.
March 4, 2009, 9:49 AM
There's never been a nicer airport to get stranded in.
There's never been a nicer airport to get stranded in.
March 3, 2009, 1:30 PM
Rentable bikes make the city's loads of bike paths a lot easier for tourists to experience.
Rentable bikes make the city's loads of bike paths a lot easier for tourists to experience.
March 3, 2009, 9:32 AM
Lose your job, not your fare.
Lose your job, not your fare.
March 2, 2009, 2:06 PM
You soon won't be able to use cash on United's flights, mapping L.A.'s 87 neighborhoods, and free bevs on US Airways once again.
You soon won't be able to use cash on United's flights, mapping L.A.'s 87 neighborhoods, and free bevs on US Airways once again.
