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Archive: October 2009
October 30, 2009, 1:33 PM
Any assessment of the Dream stops and ends with one word: AquaDuck.
Any assessment of the Dream stops and ends with one word: AquaDuck.
Comments (8)
October 30, 2009, 11:52 AM
If you paid taxes last year, it was your money that made up the $32 per passenger loss. Even the Northeast Regional was unprofitable.
If you paid taxes last year, it was your money that made up the $32 per passenger loss. Even the Northeast Regional was unprofitable.
October 30, 2009, 10:26 AM
Dave Carroll became an Internet sensation thanks to his music video about how a few United employees broke his guitar. Now, United lost his luggage. Sigh.
Dave Carroll became an Internet sensation thanks to his music video about how a few United employees broke his guitar. Now, United lost his luggage. Sigh.
October 29, 2009, 4:31 PM
Why is it impossible to find a cheap flight into Jackson Hole? I'll tell you why, and address a bunch of other issues too.
Why is it impossible to find a cheap flight into Jackson Hole? I'll tell you why, and address a bunch of other issues too.
October 29, 2009, 1:27 PM
The website Dealbase is listing packages that are actually more expensive than the cost of buying their individual parts.
The website Dealbase is listing packages that are actually more expensive than the cost of buying their individual parts.
October 28, 2009, 11:42 AM
What's so neat about the app is that it finally makes it practical to use Priceline's bidding service at the 11th-hour. We break down why this smartphone application is worth it.
What's so neat about the app is that it finally makes it practical to use Priceline's bidding service at the 11th-hour. We break down why this smartphone application is worth it.
October 28, 2009, 11:15 AM
When you simply must have your laptop on a flight, here's the handy solution.
When you simply must have your laptop on a flight, here's the handy solution.
October 27, 2009, 1:54 PM
We asked Kurt Repanshek, founder and editor in chief of National Parks Traveler, for his favorite tech gadget while hiking.
We asked Kurt Repanshek, founder and editor in chief of National Parks Traveler, for his favorite tech gadget while hiking.
October 26, 2009, 4:38 PM
Talking smoking bans and other trends with Peter Greenberg.
Talking smoking bans and other trends with Peter Greenberg.
October 26, 2009, 4:03 PM
The tour operator just launched new trips for 2010, including a four-day hike through the Superstition Mountains.
The tour operator just launched new trips for 2010, including a four-day hike through the Superstition Mountains.
October 25, 2009, 6:38 PM
Nearly 20 percent of people who traveled last year plan to stay home this year, says a new survey. Expect shorter lines at the airport, and fewer flight delays, according to this MSNBC interview.
Nearly 20 percent of people who traveled last year plan to stay home this year, says a new survey. Expect shorter lines at the airport, and fewer flight delays, according to this MSNBC interview.
October 23, 2009, 3:44 PM
Former petty criminals have been stationed around Naples to steer tourists clear of danger. But will the successful pilot program get the necessary funding to continue?
Former petty criminals have been stationed around Naples to steer tourists clear of danger. But will the successful pilot program get the necessary funding to continue?
October 23, 2009, 2:42 PM
We're adding brand-new pages on New Orleans and need your help to build them. Share your favorite hotels and restaurants!
We're adding brand-new pages on New Orleans and need your help to build them. Share your favorite hotels and restaurants!
October 22, 2009, 9:01 AM
There are 400 public restrooms around town, but how do you find them? We point you to several, plus offer tips on where and how to find bathrooms.
There are 400 public restrooms around town, but how do you find them? We point you to several, plus offer tips on where and how to find bathrooms.
October 21, 2009, 1:32 PM
Budget Travel's editor in chief Nina Willdorf has appeared again on the Today Show, this time talking about the world's wackiest hotels.
Budget Travel's editor in chief Nina Willdorf has appeared again on the Today Show, this time talking about the world's wackiest hotels.
October 21, 2009, 12:09 PM
Hosang Park’s aerial photographs of Korean parks and public spaces may remind you of the joys of having a window seat on a flight.
Hosang Park’s aerial photographs of Korean parks and public spaces may remind you of the joys of having a window seat on a flight.
October 21, 2009, 12:05 PM
The round-the-world trip is a dream for many travelers, but it's intimidating on many levels. Fire away your questions, and we'll answer them in an upcoming issue.
The round-the-world trip is a dream for many travelers, but it's intimidating on many levels. Fire away your questions, and we'll answer them in an upcoming issue.
October 20, 2009, 12:51 PM
Joshua Berman, author of the guidebook Moon Belize, spills his secrets on the best place to hang your hammock, and more.
Joshua Berman, author of the guidebook Moon Belize, spills his secrets on the best place to hang your hammock, and more.
October 19, 2009, 11:32 AM
Josh Clark wrote the book, literally, on iPhone apps, for leading tech publisher O'Reilly. We caught up with him for some iPhone travel tips.
Josh Clark wrote the book, literally, on iPhone apps, for leading tech publisher O'Reilly. We caught up with him for some iPhone travel tips.
October 16, 2009, 4:05 PM
We're adding brand-new pages on Rio de Janeiro and need your help! Post your recommendations now.
We're adding brand-new pages on Rio de Janeiro and need your help! Post your recommendations now.
October 16, 2009, 12:57 PM
Today, Intrepid Travel adds eight Urban Adventures in three new cities: Istanbul, New York, and San Francisco
Today, Intrepid Travel adds eight Urban Adventures in three new cities: Istanbul, New York, and San Francisco
October 16, 2009, 12:45 PM
Your stunning shots of rainbows from travels through Hawaii, Europe, Brazil, the Caribbean, even the Serengeti.
Your stunning shots of rainbows from travels through Hawaii, Europe, Brazil, the Caribbean, even the Serengeti.
October 16, 2009, 9:54 AM
A new cookbook offers a way to travel vicariously through some tasty meals.
A new cookbook offers a way to travel vicariously through some tasty meals.
October 15, 2009, 5:17 PM
Good news! The crowded area around the Duomo and the Baptistry is becoming the exclusive turf of pedestrians.
Good news! The crowded area around the Duomo and the Baptistry is becoming the exclusive turf of pedestrians.
October 15, 2009, 4:39 PM
John Higham is literally a rocket scientist who had a dream of traveling the world with his wife and kids. The Highams recently did it.
John Higham is literally a rocket scientist who had a dream of traveling the world with his wife and kids. The Highams recently did it.
October 15, 2009, 3:08 PM
The package comes with two nights' hotel, a full-day tour that takes in geothermal areas, waterfalls, and national parks, and airfare from as far away as Seattle.
The package comes with two nights' hotel, a full-day tour that takes in geothermal areas, waterfalls, and national parks, and airfare from as far away as Seattle.
October 15, 2009, 1:18 PM
Today, American Airlines launched a new website called Black Atlas, dedicated to connecting African-American travelers with each other.
Today, American Airlines launched a new website called Black Atlas, dedicated to connecting African-American travelers with each other.
October 15, 2009, 12:25 PM
True, today's cruise lines stockpile enough lifeboats for every passenger. But in an emergency, passengers may have to wait in row boats for hours in icy weather before being rescued.
True, today's cruise lines stockpile enough lifeboats for every passenger. But in an emergency, passengers may have to wait in row boats for hours in icy weather before being rescued.
October 15, 2009, 11:41 AM
The ship is set to debut in December, with prices starting at $699 for an interior cabin.
The ship is set to debut in December, with prices starting at $699 for an interior cabin.
October 14, 2009, 12:43 PM
A family travel expert has a $7 solution for staying plugged in while traveling--and on making friends at the same time.
A family travel expert has a $7 solution for staying plugged in while traveling--and on making friends at the same time.
October 14, 2009, 11:42 AM
More than 60 readers have written in with their picks for most notable tourism slogans.
More than 60 readers have written in with their picks for most notable tourism slogans.
October 13, 2009, 10:52 PM
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.
October 13, 2009, 10:46 AM
Self-described "Travel Insider" David Rowell offers us a tip on how he stays "wired" on the road.
Self-described "Travel Insider" David Rowell offers us a tip on how he stays "wired" on the road.
October 12, 2009, 3:19 PM
Should you bring your laptop or use an Internet café? How can you avoid fees? Cruise expert Paul Motter gives us the skinny.
Should you bring your laptop or use an Internet café? How can you avoid fees? Cruise expert Paul Motter gives us the skinny.
October 12, 2009, 7:03 AM
Even though he likes to hike 30 miles a day, Andrew Skurka has some excellent tips for those of us who just want to get out and enjoy our national parks and other wilderness areas.
Even though he likes to hike 30 miles a day, Andrew Skurka has some excellent tips for those of us who just want to get out and enjoy our national parks and other wilderness areas.
October 9, 2009, 1:26 PM
Launched today, the Cent-sational Promotion honors a newly minted quarter featuring the USVI.
Launched today, the Cent-sational Promotion honors a newly minted quarter featuring the USVI.
October 9, 2009, 9:47 AM
Off the coast of Cancun, the first four sculptures will be submerged next month. Eventually there will be 400 figures in human shapes by artist Jason de Caires Taylor.
Off the coast of Cancun, the first four sculptures will be submerged next month. Eventually there will be 400 figures in human shapes by artist Jason de Caires Taylor.
October 9, 2009, 9:37 AM
Is Chebeague Island in Maine new and exciting? Not even close. And that's exactly what makes it so cool.
Is Chebeague Island in Maine new and exciting? Not even close. And that's exactly what makes it so cool.
October 8, 2009, 4:35 PM
Is there a more popular American folk song about travel than Peter Paul and Mary's "Leaving on a Jet Plane?"
Is there a more popular American folk song about travel than Peter Paul and Mary's "Leaving on a Jet Plane?"
October 8, 2009, 4:34 PM
Now called Exploritas, the company hopes to attract younger travelers by dropping the age requirement, launching more tours, and adding a social networking tool to its website.
Now called Exploritas, the company hopes to attract younger travelers by dropping the age requirement, launching more tours, and adding a social networking tool to its website.
October 8, 2009, 2:54 PM
In the past few months, we've spoken to the top guidebook writers to ask a simple question: What's your top alternative to a famous attraction at your destination?
In the past few months, we've spoken to the top guidebook writers to ask a simple question: What's your top alternative to a famous attraction at your destination?
October 8, 2009, 2:05 PM
We've published 18,100 comments on our blog in the past two-and-half years. To celebrate, we're awarding a free, one-year subscription (or renewal) to our magazine to the 18,100th commenter.
We've published 18,100 comments on our blog in the past two-and-half years. To celebrate, we're awarding a free, one-year subscription (or renewal) to our magazine to the 18,100th commenter.
October 8, 2009, 10:50 AM
Where do flight attendants come up with these words? We don't de-car. (Maybe it's because we en-planed in the first place?)
Where do flight attendants come up with these words? We don't de-car. (Maybe it's because we en-planed in the first place?)
October 7, 2009, 2:04 PM
Check out images of a dramatic waterfall on Kauai, a sunrise over Haleakala on Maui, surfers on Oahu's famed North Shore, and carved weather-beaten statues on the Big Island.
Check out images of a dramatic waterfall on Kauai, a sunrise over Haleakala on Maui, surfers on Oahu's famed North Shore, and carved weather-beaten statues on the Big Island.
October 7, 2009, 12:14 PM
We're adding brand-new pages on Hawaii and want to hear about your favorite restaurants and hotels.
We're adding brand-new pages on Hawaii and want to hear about your favorite restaurants and hotels.
October 7, 2009, 8:54 AM
The latest in our new series of online videos: We show you how to rent and ride one of the Velib' bikes in Paris.
The latest in our new series of online videos: We show you how to rent and ride one of the Velib' bikes in Paris.
October 6, 2009, 3:56 PM
During his 200th birthday celebration, the master of the macabre (Edgar Allan Poe) will rise again.
During his 200th birthday celebration, the master of the macabre (Edgar Allan Poe) will rise again.
October 6, 2009, 3:29 PM
An effort to poll thousands of people about which airline they like the least.
An effort to poll thousands of people about which airline they like the least.
October 6, 2009, 12:22 PM
Get discounts to attractions in New York City during the next few weeks at this special website.
Get discounts to attractions in New York City during the next few weeks at this special website.
October 6, 2009, 10:53 AM
TripAdvisor's new site estimates the fees you'll shell out for flights from the U.K. and throughout Europe.
TripAdvisor's new site estimates the fees you'll shell out for flights from the U.K. and throughout Europe.
October 6, 2009, 9:31 AM
W Scottsdale lets you sign up for free yoga classes even if you haven't booked a room. That even covers "doga," or yoga for dogs.
W Scottsdale lets you sign up for free yoga classes even if you haven't booked a room. That even covers "doga," or yoga for dogs.
October 5, 2009, 4:48 PM
Chris Guillebeau has visited 119 countries, and plans to visit every country in the world within the next several years. We asked him for some travel tips.
Chris Guillebeau has visited 119 countries, and plans to visit every country in the world within the next several years. We asked him for some travel tips.
October 5, 2009, 3:23 PM
In Technicolor! See all of the Windy City's major landmarks—as they looked in 1948—in this 10-minute long clip.
In Technicolor! See all of the Windy City's major landmarks—as they looked in 1948—in this 10-minute long clip.
October 5, 2009, 2:27 PM
If you reserved last Monday for a rental starting today, the average is $348. That's an increase of 121 percent from a year ago.
If you reserved last Monday for a rental starting today, the average is $348. That's an increase of 121 percent from a year ago.
October 5, 2009, 12:45 PM
Boeing has created two new types of lasers to defend planes against missile attacks. What do you think: Should airplanes become armed?
Boeing has created two new types of lasers to defend planes against missile attacks. What do you think: Should airplanes become armed?
October 5, 2009, 11:53 AM
We asked London's top reviewers of breakfast food for their picks on where to eat the most important meal of the day in Britain's capital.
We asked London's top reviewers of breakfast food for their picks on where to eat the most important meal of the day in Britain's capital.
October 5, 2009, 10:08 AM
For $30 for all the passengers traveling on an itinerary, you can get your own personal airline dork to watch over and guide your trip. It's like a guardian angel.
For $30 for all the passengers traveling on an itinerary, you can get your own personal airline dork to watch over and guide your trip. It's like a guardian angel.
October 2, 2009, 12:18 PM
Moscow and St. Petersburg are about to join the ranks of major cities linked by high-speed rail service. Will Siemens sell its cutting-edge trains to the U.S. next?
Moscow and St. Petersburg are about to join the ranks of major cities linked by high-speed rail service. Will Siemens sell its cutting-edge trains to the U.S. next?
October 2, 2009, 10:40 AM
The 8th annual celebration of contemporary art, nuit blanche means sleepless night and—naturally enough—takes place in the wee hours of Oct. 3.
The 8th annual celebration of contemporary art, nuit blanche means sleepless night and—naturally enough—takes place in the wee hours of Oct. 3.
October 2, 2009, 9:01 AM
At least one night of your lodging bill could be covered thanks to special fall promotions from Choice Hotels, Country Inns & Suites, and Sheraton.
At least one night of your lodging bill could be covered thanks to special fall promotions from Choice Hotels, Country Inns & Suites, and Sheraton.
October 1, 2009, 3:09 PM
Opening weekend events begin with Friday night's Grand Illumination, in which 1,000 volunteers will carry paper sky lanterns in a promenade across the bridge.
Opening weekend events begin with Friday night's Grand Illumination, in which 1,000 volunteers will carry paper sky lanterns in a promenade across the bridge.
