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Archive: April 2009
April 30, 2009, 11:54 AM
The only thing better than visiting Paris is being able to enjoy free events in Paris. Here's a round-up of activities for the lovely month of May.
The only thing better than visiting Paris is being able to enjoy free events in Paris. Here's a round-up of activities for the lovely month of May.
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April 30, 2009, 11:13 AM
A cultural organization for the East Village and Lower East Side has opened a ticketing venue similar to Broadway's TKTS booth to sell seats as low as $5 to edgier downtown theaters.
A cultural organization for the East Village and Lower East Side has opened a ticketing venue similar to Broadway's TKTS booth to sell seats as low as $5 to edgier downtown theaters.
April 30, 2009, 10:55 AM
Airports worldwide are rushing to install fever scanners to slow the spread of swine flu, but experts are raising doubts about the machines' ability to spot infections.
Airports worldwide are rushing to install fever scanners to slow the spread of swine flu, but experts are raising doubts about the machines' ability to spot infections.
April 29, 2009, 2:30 PM
Our favorite links from around the blogosphere this week.
Our favorite links from around the blogosphere this week.
April 29, 2009, 12:43 PM
On April 30, about 2 million people are expected to flock to the capital of the Netherlands—many dressed in bright orange—to celebrate late Queen Juliana’s birthday.
On April 30, about 2 million people are expected to flock to the capital of the Netherlands—many dressed in bright orange—to celebrate late Queen Juliana’s birthday.
April 28, 2009, 6:37 PM
Any traveler can call a hotline (866/644-6811) if they need medical referrals, questions about symptoms, or updates on areas affected. The call is free, even if you're not a policyholder.
Any traveler can call a hotline (866/644-6811) if they need medical referrals, questions about symptoms, or updates on areas affected. The call is free, even if you're not a policyholder.
April 28, 2009, 4:38 PM
To celebrate its anniversary, meals at the top of the Eiffel Tower just got cheaper. Our "Paris embed" offers some other tips for recognizing this architectural landmark.
To celebrate its anniversary, meals at the top of the Eiffel Tower just got cheaper. Our "Paris embed" offers some other tips for recognizing this architectural landmark.
April 28, 2009, 3:01 PM
Foreign embassies are hosting a free open house this Saturday.
Foreign embassies are hosting a free open house this Saturday.
April 28, 2009, 11:29 AM
The Banpo Bridge in Seoul, South Korea, has recently been affixed with 10,000 nozzles on either side of its 3,700-foot-long span, shooting dramatic bursts of water into the Han River.
The Banpo Bridge in Seoul, South Korea, has recently been affixed with 10,000 nozzles on either side of its 3,700-foot-long span, shooting dramatic bursts of water into the Han River.
April 27, 2009, 5:35 PM
Channel your inner Indiana Jones at the interactive Museo Archeologico Virtuale, whose multimedia installations bring Pompeii and Herculaneum back to life.
Channel your inner Indiana Jones at the interactive Museo Archeologico Virtuale, whose multimedia installations bring Pompeii and Herculaneum back to life.
April 27, 2009, 4:56 PM
The most popular app for travelers on Facebook (and many other social-networking sites) has just gotten a re-vamp. Here are the highlights.
The most popular app for travelers on Facebook (and many other social-networking sites) has just gotten a re-vamp. Here are the highlights.
April 27, 2009, 10:15 AM
Some airlines are waiving their usual fee for changing bookings for anyone traveling to, from, or through Mexico through May 6. The government is warning against "non-essential travel to Mexico."
Some airlines are waiving their usual fee for changing bookings for anyone traveling to, from, or through Mexico through May 6. The government is warning against "non-essential travel to Mexico."
April 24, 2009, 3:48 PM
A new digital card will allow Americans to skip customs lines at a foreign airport for the first time.
A new digital card will allow Americans to skip customs lines at a foreign airport for the first time.
April 24, 2009, 10:29 AM
Visit Austin's, Australia's, Sweden's, Montreal's, and Asbury Park (N.J.) Boardwalk's websites and you'll see this year's nominees for the Webby Award for the most innovative tourism website.
Visit Austin's, Australia's, Sweden's, Montreal's, and Asbury Park (N.J.) Boardwalk's websites and you'll see this year's nominees for the Webby Award for the most innovative tourism website.
April 23, 2009, 3:49 PM
A two-minute video explains what you can do to boost your chances of survival during a plane crash.
A two-minute video explains what you can do to boost your chances of survival during a plane crash.
April 23, 2009, 1:23 PM
A bonus 25,000 Sky Miles when you sign up, which is standard. But if you use those miles by August, they give you another 25,000 miles. Plus they waive the card's $95 fee!
A bonus 25,000 Sky Miles when you sign up, which is standard. But if you use those miles by August, they give you another 25,000 miles. Plus they waive the card's $95 fee!
April 23, 2009, 10:46 AM
National Park Week ends on Sunday, but there are things to do year-round in the 351 areas in the National Park System.
National Park Week ends on Sunday, but there are things to do year-round in the 351 areas in the National Park System.
April 23, 2009, 10:24 AM
Expedia has apparently stopped adding its booking fee into its "taxes and fees" in response to Orbitz's identical move yesterday.
Expedia has apparently stopped adding its booking fee into its "taxes and fees" in response to Orbitz's identical move yesterday.
April 23, 2009, 10:06 AM
A website lets you learn a foreign word a day for free, covering any of 20 languages, including French, Czech, Korean, and Welsh. You receive your word list in an e-mail or via a Twitter feed.
A website lets you learn a foreign word a day for free, covering any of 20 languages, including French, Czech, Korean, and Welsh. You receive your word list in an e-mail or via a Twitter feed.
April 23, 2009, 9:58 AM
United now has an online calculator that estimates your share of the heat-trapping gases tied to global warming. Donations start at $2. We tell you which of its programs is the most promising.
United now has an online calculator that estimates your share of the heat-trapping gases tied to global warming. Donations start at $2. We tell you which of its programs is the most promising.
April 22, 2009, 3:33 PM
With Pet Airways, the cats and dogs will relax in a "Pet Lounge" at the terminal and ride in a carrier-lined cabin during the flight.
With Pet Airways, the cats and dogs will relax in a "Pet Lounge" at the terminal and ride in a carrier-lined cabin during the flight.
April 22, 2009, 11:34 AM
Our favorite links from around the blogosphere this week.
Our favorite links from around the blogosphere this week.
April 22, 2009, 9:24 AM
Orbitz cuts its booking fee (for a savings of about $7 on average) and will change the way it displays hotel pricing to be more upfront on total cost on the search results page.
Orbitz cuts its booking fee (for a savings of about $7 on average) and will change the way it displays hotel pricing to be more upfront on total cost on the search results page.
April 21, 2009, 5:51 PM
What's on your mind: Where to stay (inside the park or out)? How to get around? Park Hopper tickets versus single-day passes? Ask us, and we'll try to track down the answers!
What's on your mind: Where to stay (inside the park or out)? How to get around? Park Hopper tickets versus single-day passes? Ask us, and we'll try to track down the answers!
April 21, 2009, 1:47 PM
The best sidewalk cafés in the world's best city for sipping coffee.
The best sidewalk cafés in the world's best city for sipping coffee.
April 21, 2009, 11:30 AM
Kampgrounds of America has teamed up with RV manufacturer Airstream to offer nightly rentals at campsites across the U.S.
Kampgrounds of America has teamed up with RV manufacturer Airstream to offer nightly rentals at campsites across the U.S.
April 21, 2009, 11:12 AM
Find discounts on hotel rooms, attractions, museum admission fees, Broadway shows, sports events, and restaurants. Tourism folks at nycgo.com.
Find discounts on hotel rooms, attractions, museum admission fees, Broadway shows, sports events, and restaurants. Tourism folks at nycgo.com.
April 20, 2009, 11:59 AM
The city's museums are closed on certain days of the week. So before setting off on a Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday check ahead, or consult our list in this post.
The city's museums are closed on certain days of the week. So before setting off on a Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday check ahead, or consult our list in this post.
April 20, 2009, 9:55 AM
Anchored by a sprawling market, this district is a mix of working class families and visitors tasting the area's gastronomic delights.
Anchored by a sprawling market, this district is a mix of working class families and visitors tasting the area's gastronomic delights.
April 17, 2009, 11:05 AM
Starting May 2, a new interactive tour will show you the sights of Hollywood as the setting for a twisted plot of seduction, fame, and desire.
Starting May 2, a new interactive tour will show you the sights of Hollywood as the setting for a twisted plot of seduction, fame, and desire.
April 16, 2009, 4:39 PM
Earn four rewards points in JetBlue's rewards program if you bring a pet along on a round-trip flight. The catch: You'll have to pay a $200 fee.
Earn four rewards points in JetBlue's rewards program if you bring a pet along on a round-trip flight. The catch: You'll have to pay a $200 fee.
April 16, 2009, 10:23 AM
The music video for the Grammy-winning "best song of the year" was shot on the Hawaiian islands of Kauai and Oahu. Find out how to re-live the singer's Honolulu visit.
The music video for the Grammy-winning "best song of the year" was shot on the Hawaiian islands of Kauai and Oahu. Find out how to re-live the singer's Honolulu visit.
April 16, 2009, 8:43 AM
Unlike on mega ships, you typically won't find surprise fees tacked onto your bill when you sail on these small vessels.
Unlike on mega ships, you typically won't find surprise fees tacked onto your bill when you sail on these small vessels.
April 15, 2009, 4:36 PM
After receiving hundreds of complaints annually, United Airlines has introduced new requirements for the obese.
After receiving hundreds of complaints annually, United Airlines has introduced new requirements for the obese.
April 15, 2009, 2:56 PM
...right now we're just happy to be recognized as one of five finalists for a Webby in the Travel category, along with Kayak, LonelyPlanet, TripKick, and AndBeyond.com.
...right now we're just happy to be recognized as one of five finalists for a Webby in the Travel category, along with Kayak, LonelyPlanet, TripKick, and AndBeyond.com.
April 15, 2009, 1:10 PM
A new website allows you to reserve, and pay-in-advance for, bicycles at shops in 37 states and 144 U.S. cities. Reserve a bike to your own specification, such as cruiser or racer.
A new website allows you to reserve, and pay-in-advance for, bicycles at shops in 37 states and 144 U.S. cities. Reserve a bike to your own specification, such as cruiser or racer.
April 15, 2009, 8:38 AM
The French Quarter Festival features 150 live music performances over three days.
The French Quarter Festival features 150 live music performances over three days.
April 14, 2009, 4:47 PM
The TSA's goal is to lift the restrictions on carrying liquids aboard aircraft. To that end, the TSA has been rolling out new luggage scanning machines at airports nationwide.
The TSA's goal is to lift the restrictions on carrying liquids aboard aircraft. To that end, the TSA has been rolling out new luggage scanning machines at airports nationwide.
April 14, 2009, 1:08 PM
The world's largest hotel chain is bringing back the Countdown to Savings sale.
The world's largest hotel chain is bringing back the Countdown to Savings sale.
April 14, 2009, 1:03 PM
Our favorite links from around the 'net this week.
Our favorite links from around the 'net this week.
April 14, 2009, 11:51 AM
In May, about 60 cars will race 10 hours from San Francisco to Yuma, Ariz., for a chance to win prizes.
In May, about 60 cars will race 10 hours from San Francisco to Yuma, Ariz., for a chance to win prizes.
April 13, 2009, 11:36 AM
E-mail all of your electronic airline itineraries, hotel confirmations, restaurant reviews, and other trip-planning info to TripIt and you can retrieve all of the info in one place: your iPhone.
E-mail all of your electronic airline itineraries, hotel confirmations, restaurant reviews, and other trip-planning info to TripIt and you can retrieve all of the info in one place: your iPhone.
April 13, 2009, 11:15 AM
Greyhound is rolling out new buses with free WiFi, additional legroom, power outlets for laptops and iPods, and new seats. To celebrate, they're giving away tickets via Twitter.
Greyhound is rolling out new buses with free WiFi, additional legroom, power outlets for laptops and iPods, and new seats. To celebrate, they're giving away tickets via Twitter.
April 13, 2009, 9:49 AM
The National Air and Space Museum and National Museum of Natural History will stay open until 7:30 p.m. every day. That's two hours later than usual. The National Museum of American History will have extended hours, too.
The National Air and Space Museum and National Museum of Natural History will stay open until 7:30 p.m. every day. That's two hours later than usual. The National Museum of American History will have extended hours, too.
April 10, 2009, 11:08 AM
I'm eager to respond to the comments you posted before I left—starting with food and cinemas.
I'm eager to respond to the comments you posted before I left—starting with food and cinemas.
April 10, 2009, 10:10 AM
The five-hour play, which begins with Jesus entering Jerusalem and follows the story through his death and resurrection, involves more than 2,000 actors and singers.
The five-hour play, which begins with Jesus entering Jerusalem and follows the story through his death and resurrection, involves more than 2,000 actors and singers.
April 9, 2009, 1:57 PM
In the French capital, 22 museums offer free entry daily. Other museums have free days and nights. Our ex-pat blogger reveals her favorites.
In the French capital, 22 museums offer free entry daily. Other museums have free days and nights. Our ex-pat blogger reveals her favorites.
April 9, 2009, 1:14 PM
Jamie Jensen, author of Road Trip USA: Cross-Country Adventures on America's Two-Lane Highways, has probably seen more two-lane blacktop road than even Kerouac could have fathomed.
Jamie Jensen, author of Road Trip USA: Cross-Country Adventures on America's Two-Lane Highways, has probably seen more two-lane blacktop road than even Kerouac could have fathomed.
April 9, 2009, 1:02 PM
Orbitz may be swallowed up, American and United may return to bankruptcy, and Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Lines are under great pressure.
Orbitz may be swallowed up, American and United may return to bankruptcy, and Royal Caribbean and Norwegian Cruise Lines are under great pressure.
April 8, 2009, 10:02 AM
Beaver, Okla., plays host to the 40th annual World Cow Chip Throwing Contest.
Beaver, Okla., plays host to the 40th annual World Cow Chip Throwing Contest.
April 8, 2009, 9:33 AM
The travel gear company is knocking 30 percent off all in-store and online purchases between Apr. 14 and 19. Sale items include on-board amenity kits, games, luggage, and noise-canceling earphones.
The travel gear company is knocking 30 percent off all in-store and online purchases between Apr. 14 and 19. Sale items include on-board amenity kits, games, luggage, and noise-canceling earphones.
April 7, 2009, 10:58 AM
Up until now, the machines have only been used at 19 airports on passengers who set off the metal detectors and preferred a secondary scan instead of a physical pat-down by an officer.
Up until now, the machines have only been used at 19 airports on passengers who set off the metal detectors and preferred a secondary scan instead of a physical pat-down by an officer.
April 7, 2009, 10:42 AM
The two online agencies have removed their fees, ranging from about $5 to $12, for booking a domestic plane ticket, now through the end of May.
The two online agencies have removed their fees, ranging from about $5 to $12, for booking a domestic plane ticket, now through the end of May.
April 7, 2009, 7:58 AM
On June 28, the "Love" airline arrives at one of New York City's largest airports, promising a price war, especially on flights to Chicago Midway.
On June 28, the "Love" airline arrives at one of New York City's largest airports, promising a price war, especially on flights to Chicago Midway.
April 6, 2009, 5:42 PM
Yankees and Mets fans have something new to trade words over—who's got the better stadium? Let the trash talk begin…
Yankees and Mets fans have something new to trade words over—who's got the better stadium? Let the trash talk begin…
April 6, 2009, 3:52 PM
Travel stories that caught our eye this week.
Travel stories that caught our eye this week.
April 6, 2009, 3:12 PM
Government data on flight delays, baggage mishandling, and consumer complaints shows that Hawaiian, JetBlue, and Southwest are all-stars, while US Airways, American, and Atlantic Southeast are laggards.
Government data on flight delays, baggage mishandling, and consumer complaints shows that Hawaiian, JetBlue, and Southwest are all-stars, while US Airways, American, and Atlantic Southeast are laggards.
April 6, 2009, 2:17 PM
Travel isn't all about seeing the sights. It's also about seeing real people in all their eccentric wonder and surprising traditions. Catch this two-minute video for a silly example.
Travel isn't all about seeing the sights. It's also about seeing real people in all their eccentric wonder and surprising traditions. Catch this two-minute video for a silly example.
April 6, 2009, 2:00 PM
You've conquered the continents, now for Facebook…Try these three popular applications aimed at travelers.
You've conquered the continents, now for Facebook…Try these three popular applications aimed at travelers.
April 6, 2009, 9:52 AM
A study by the Journal of the American Medical Association finds that bed bugs are becoming more widespread, partly due to increased travel. Some pest control firms have enlisted beagles to fight the bloodsuckers.
A study by the Journal of the American Medical Association finds that bed bugs are becoming more widespread, partly due to increased travel. Some pest control firms have enlisted beagles to fight the bloodsuckers.
April 3, 2009, 1:20 PM
I'm eager to respond to the comments you posted before I left—starting with food.
I'm eager to respond to the comments you posted before I left—starting with food.
April 3, 2009, 12:02 PM
The winner of this year's best Aprils Fools jokes for travelers: Expedia.com.
The winner of this year's best Aprils Fools jokes for travelers: Expedia.com.
April 3, 2009, 10:43 AM
Travel blogs HotelChatter and Jaunted have spawned a baby sister, VegasChatter, focusing on all things Sin City.
Travel blogs HotelChatter and Jaunted have spawned a baby sister, VegasChatter, focusing on all things Sin City.
April 3, 2009, 10:19 AM
A reader asks, "Before you walk through the scanner, airports require that you put your cell phone in the bin. So how do you show your boarding pass to the TSA agent when it is on the x-ray machine belt?"
A reader asks, "Before you walk through the scanner, airports require that you put your cell phone in the bin. So how do you show your boarding pass to the TSA agent when it is on the x-ray machine belt?"
April 2, 2009, 9:54 AM
Tourism officials believe that the media isn't painting the whole picture about how the recent flare up in drug-trafficking violence is hundreds of miles away from popular destinations for Americans, such as Cancun.
Tourism officials believe that the media isn't painting the whole picture about how the recent flare up in drug-trafficking violence is hundreds of miles away from popular destinations for Americans, such as Cancun.
April 1, 2009, 6:01 PM
Let us know, so we can help you plan a trip to the next Olympics.
Let us know, so we can help you plan a trip to the next Olympics.
April 1, 2009, 1:27 PM
In Canada, federal cash will help cut fees on tickets to the Toronto airport that's closest to downtown. That is good news for up-and-coming Porter Airlines.
In Canada, federal cash will help cut fees on tickets to the Toronto airport that's closest to downtown. That is good news for up-and-coming Porter Airlines.
April 1, 2009, 10:08 AM
The annual Butterfly Jungle, offering close encounters to the colorful insects, starts on Saturday.
The annual Butterfly Jungle, offering close encounters to the colorful insects, starts on Saturday.
