A special series of posts delivering money-saving travel tips.
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Amy Chen
In this photo, I was…Lounging at the Hilton Waikoloa Village, Hawaii in Sept. 2006, just a week before I moved to New York City.I won't leave home without…My digital camera, a Nikon Coolpix S4
My biggest travel gripe is…Not being able to bring bottled water through security
My best road trip…Has yet to occur; I dream of driving across the country
Amy's Posts
November 18, 2009, 10:18 AM
A digital replacement for Polaroid users.
A digital replacement for Polaroid users.
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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 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.
August 13, 2009, 3:03 PM
Samsung's new 12.2-megapixel "smart" camera has two LCDs: a 3-inch touch-screen on the back and a 1.5-inch front display.
Samsung's new 12.2-megapixel "smart" camera has two LCDs: a 3-inch touch-screen on the back and a 1.5-inch front display.
August 5, 2009, 12:25 PM
Families looking to get away can take advantage of four kid-friendly programs and promotions in Mexico, the Caribbean, Hawaii, and elsewhere.
Families looking to get away can take advantage of four kid-friendly programs and promotions in Mexico, the Caribbean, Hawaii, and elsewhere.
July 28, 2009, 8:32 AM
United drops its fees of $75 to $100 for booking award miles at the last minute. Assistant editor Amy Chen explains how that personally would have saved her a lot of money had the policy been effect on American earlier this year.
United drops its fees of $75 to $100 for booking award miles at the last minute. Assistant editor Amy Chen explains how that personally would have saved her a lot of money had the policy been effect on American earlier this year.
June 23, 2009, 2:29 PM
For a fee, the trip planning service TripIt will keep tabs on any delays, cancellations, and gate changes for every flight in your itinerary, and send you an SMS message to alert you to news.
For a fee, the trip planning service TripIt will keep tabs on any delays, cancellations, and gate changes for every flight in your itinerary, and send you an SMS message to alert you to news.
May 8, 2009, 9:50 AM
Would you hula-hoop for a discount? Prepay your hotel reservation with a Mastercard to get a $50 pre-paid credit card? Stay two nights to get a third free stay? Then click here.
Would you hula-hoop for a discount? Prepay your hotel reservation with a Mastercard to get a $50 pre-paid credit card? Stay two nights to get a third free stay? Then click here.
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 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 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 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?"
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.
February 24, 2009, 2:10 PM
Kayak has now made it easier to see daily rates for hotels, and also to share great flights with others.
Kayak has now made it easier to see daily rates for hotels, and also to share great flights with others.
February 11, 2009, 11:48 AM
Software in Apple's iPhoto suite uses facial recognition technology to help you identify friends and family in your pictures without having to tag them by hand each time you see them.
Software in Apple's iPhoto suite uses facial recognition technology to help you identify friends and family in your pictures without having to tag them by hand each time you see them.
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.
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.
November 26, 2008, 1:51 PM
Zagat picks the best airlines.
Zagat picks the best airlines.
November 13, 2008, 3:22 PM
Off the screen, how can you visit the sights where Bond has been? We're on the case.
Off the screen, how can you visit the sights where Bond has been? We're on the case.
November 13, 2008, 9:39 AM
We get the inside scoop on movie location travel from Christine Bord, editor of a blog that highlights where movies or TV shows are currently filming.
We get the inside scoop on movie location travel from Christine Bord, editor of a blog that highlights where movies or TV shows are currently filming.
November 11, 2008, 11:12 AM
By paying online at united.com through Jan. 31, you'll pay $12 instead of the usual $15.
By paying online at united.com through Jan. 31, you'll pay $12 instead of the usual $15.
October 27, 2008, 9:32 AM
The rules for hotel rewards point programs keep changing, especially when it comes to "blackout" dates for redemption. Here's the latest.
The rules for hotel rewards point programs keep changing, especially when it comes to "blackout" dates for redemption. Here's the latest.
October 23, 2008, 11:38 AM
This agreement brings to an end a months'-long spat between American and Kayak, which owns Sidestep, too.
This agreement brings to an end a months'-long spat between American and Kayak, which owns Sidestep, too.
October 1, 2008, 8:31 AM
Starting today, Hudson News stores at airports nationwide will sell the short-term DVD "rentals."
Starting today, Hudson News stores at airports nationwide will sell the short-term DVD "rentals."
September 18, 2008, 4:32 PM
It's the opening of the Broadway Concierge & Ticket Center in Times Square.
It's the opening of the Broadway Concierge & Ticket Center in Times Square.
August 21, 2008, 12:26 AM
Photo-stitching software offers three-dimensional images.
Photo-stitching software offers three-dimensional images.
July 15, 2008, 9:56 AM
At several spots nationwide, you watch as knights ride real stallions and attempt to unseat other riders. Learn more about these dinner shows that feature mock jousting tournaments, including how to find a discount.
At several spots nationwide, you watch as knights ride real stallions and attempt to unseat other riders. Learn more about these dinner shows that feature mock jousting tournaments, including how to find a discount.
July 7, 2008, 12:49 PM
If you’re bound for the Beijing Olympics, now’s the time to think about health precautions. Follow these tips from doctors.
If you’re bound for the Beijing Olympics, now’s the time to think about health precautions. Follow these tips from doctors.
June 30, 2008, 2:18 PM
The latest backpack from Briggs & Riley Travelware hits stores this week and is tailored to families on the go.
The latest backpack from Briggs & Riley Travelware hits stores this week and is tailored to families on the go.
June 16, 2008, 11:15 AM
Starting in time for summer travel, Mexico is enabling tourists to receive refunds of the 15 percent VAT (value added tax) on goods. Find out the rules.
Starting in time for summer travel, Mexico is enabling tourists to receive refunds of the 15 percent VAT (value added tax) on goods. Find out the rules.
May 30, 2008, 4:00 PM
Jamaica Day is Monday June 2. Learn about a party in NYC, a new book for children, and a vacation package that offers four all-inclusive nights, and more from $545 per person.
Jamaica Day is Monday June 2. Learn about a party in NYC, a new book for children, and a vacation package that offers four all-inclusive nights, and more from $545 per person.
May 22, 2008, 2:39 PM
NeOn, a new twice-daily bus service from New York to Toronto, launches today with one-way fares starting at $1. Each bus is outfitted with free Wi-Fi, TVs for DVDs, and power outlets.
NeOn, a new twice-daily bus service from New York to Toronto, launches today with one-way fares starting at $1. Each bus is outfitted with free Wi-Fi, TVs for DVDs, and power outlets.
May 13, 2008, 7:45 AM
Next summer, Philadelphia will start requiring that all private tour guides pass tests and be licensed. Should all cities require their guides to pass history exams?
Next summer, Philadelphia will start requiring that all private tour guides pass tests and be licensed. Should all cities require their guides to pass history exams?
April 29, 2008, 11:03 AM
The TSA is scheduled to expand its Black Diamond security checkpoint program to Milwaukee today, making it the 13th airport so far to offer self-select lanes based on ski icons (green for beginners, blue for intermediate, and black for expert).
The TSA is scheduled to expand its Black Diamond security checkpoint program to Milwaukee today, making it the 13th airport so far to offer self-select lanes based on ski icons (green for beginners, blue for intermediate, and black for expert).
April 10, 2008, 10:37 AM
American Airlines has canceled more than 900 flights today. It's the latest carrier to fail technical compliance with FAA rules...
American Airlines has canceled more than 900 flights today. It's the latest carrier to fail technical compliance with FAA rules...
April 1, 2008, 12:46 PM
Guests at all 18 W Hotels in the United States now have access to a luxury SUV that can take them to restaurants, the theater, and the airport.
Guests at all 18 W Hotels in the United States now have access to a luxury SUV that can take them to restaurants, the theater, and the airport.
March 21, 2008, 1:30 PM
Is the Southern California CityPass worth buying? We do the math.
Is the Southern California CityPass worth buying? We do the math.
February 22, 2008, 11:19 AM
It's the first time the Guggenheim has devoted a retrospective to a Chinese-born artist, on view through May 28.
It's the first time the Guggenheim has devoted a retrospective to a Chinese-born artist, on view through May 28.
February 21, 2008, 10:29 AM
I was recently speaking with some cruise industry experts, and they shared with me a few cruise booking tips.
I was recently speaking with some cruise industry experts, and they shared with me a few cruise booking tips.
January 23, 2008, 11:33 AM
Set sail with an unexpected accompaniment—the first of its kind.
Set sail with an unexpected accompaniment—the first of its kind.
October 31, 2007, 2:35 PM
The newly renamed MOCA will move to a swanky new space.
The newly renamed MOCA will move to a swanky new space.
October 9, 2007, 12:58 PM
We're not full of hot air—learn more about "the world's most photographed event."
We're not full of hot air—learn more about "the world's most photographed event."
August 31, 2007, 11:15 AM
An exhibit featuring the 3.2 million-year-old fossil opens today and goes through April 20.
An exhibit featuring the 3.2 million-year-old fossil opens today and goes through April 20.
June 19, 2007, 4:54 PM
Hertz and Avis are placing bets on hybrids, cars with combination gas-and-electric engines that dramatically increase fuel efficiency and decrease greenhouse gases.
Hertz and Avis are placing bets on hybrids, cars with combination gas-and-electric engines that dramatically increase fuel efficiency and decrease greenhouse gases.
