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A special series of posts delivering money-saving travel tips.
Kate Appleton
In this photo…After a winding, heart-pounding drive, I relished the moment—and the otherworldly views—at Halealaka, a 10,023-foot-high volcano on Maui.From my last trip, I brought back…A carved wooden box with an inlaid gold elephant from Bali
My favorite cup of coffee is…A cappuccino from Bar Brunellesco in Florence
My most-prized passport stamp is…Argentina; my first time in Latin America and my first travel assignment
Kate's Posts
August 11, 2008, 5:18 PM
Specialty retailer Flight 001 is taking an extra 30 percent off sale items already marked down 30 to 75 percent.
Specialty retailer Flight 001 is taking an extra 30 percent off sale items already marked down 30 to 75 percent.
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July 16, 2008, 9:33 AM
After lengthy negotiations, travel guru Rick Steves received the go-ahead to take a film crew to Iran for a 10-day shoot. He hopes the forthcoming TV show will give Americans a window into Iranian culture.
After lengthy negotiations, travel guru Rick Steves received the go-ahead to take a film crew to Iran for a 10-day shoot. He hopes the forthcoming TV show will give Americans a window into Iranian culture.
July 2, 2008, 4:01 PM
The car rental company just introduced a self-service express check-in program at major airport locations that promises faster service—or else a $50 credit.
The car rental company just introduced a self-service express check-in program at major airport locations that promises faster service—or else a $50 credit.
June 13, 2008, 3:46 PM
If you book a flight on Orbitz and another customer subsequently books the same class seat on the same flight for a lower fare, Orbitz will reimburse you for the difference up to $250.
If you book a flight on Orbitz and another customer subsequently books the same class seat on the same flight for a lower fare, Orbitz will reimburse you for the difference up to $250.
June 10, 2008, 3:21 PM
After more than a year of hyping its new lifestyle brand, Starwood unveiled the 136-room Aloft Montreal Airport in early June, with several properties to follow in 2008 and 2009.
After more than a year of hyping its new lifestyle brand, Starwood unveiled the 136-room Aloft Montreal Airport in early June, with several properties to follow in 2008 and 2009.
June 5, 2008, 10:02 AM
Guests at the moderately priced InterCityHotels, often located right by airports and train stations, get to ride local public transportation for free.
Guests at the moderately priced InterCityHotels, often located right by airports and train stations, get to ride local public transportation for free.
May 30, 2008, 2:08 PM
Old Mission Point Lighthouse opens to the public this June for the first time in its 138-year history and launches a volunteer lighthouse keeper program.
Old Mission Point Lighthouse opens to the public this June for the first time in its 138-year history and launches a volunteer lighthouse keeper program.
May 7, 2008, 10:01 AM
In Florence’s crowded historic center, it can feel like there are as many Americans as locals—and tourism board and province officials want it to stay that way. They're launching a new promotion just for U.S. travelers.
In Florence’s crowded historic center, it can feel like there are as many Americans as locals—and tourism board and province officials want it to stay that way. They're launching a new promotion just for U.S. travelers.
April 11, 2008, 3:18 PM
Is it time for travelers to pay higher fares so that airlines can invest in their fleets and improve quality of service?
Is it time for travelers to pay higher fares so that airlines can invest in their fleets and improve quality of service?
March 28, 2008, 11:55 AM
Ciclismo Classico has introduced its own sort of stimulus plan: €200 in spending money.
Ciclismo Classico has introduced its own sort of stimulus plan: €200 in spending money.
February 26, 2008, 4:54 PM
In a historic and controversial first, the Philharmonic became the first major Western institution to perform in North Korea.
In a historic and controversial first, the Philharmonic became the first major Western institution to perform in North Korea.
February 25, 2008, 11:26 AM
Many of our favorite travel-inspiring films were big winners in the 2008 Oscars.
Many of our favorite travel-inspiring films were big winners in the 2008 Oscars.
February 15, 2008, 2:01 PM
The South African vocalists have earned a global following—and racked up Grammy awards—since the 1960s.
The South African vocalists have earned a global following—and racked up Grammy awards—since the 1960s.
February 8, 2008, 11:42 AM
Myanmar is taking baby steps to promote tourism, after ruthlessly squashing protests led by Buddhist monks back in September.
Myanmar is taking baby steps to promote tourism, after ruthlessly squashing protests led by Buddhist monks back in September.
February 1, 2008, 10:15 AM
Five Gables Inn & Spa in St. Michaels, one of many charming towns by the Chesapeake Bay, is offering a special package for readers through Mar. 31.
Five Gables Inn & Spa in St. Michaels, one of many charming towns by the Chesapeake Bay, is offering a special package for readers through Mar. 31.
January 23, 2008, 4:20 PM
Russian literature got its start in St. Petersburg, and Elaine Blair's new pocket-size book, Literary St. Petersburg, pays tribute to 15 writers.
Russian literature got its start in St. Petersburg, and Elaine Blair's new pocket-size book, Literary St. Petersburg, pays tribute to 15 writers.
January 18, 2008, 1:59 PM
We've been keeping an eye on Kenya ever since the disputed reelection of President Mwai Kibaki on December 27 set off periodic outbreaks of violence.
We've been keeping an eye on Kenya ever since the disputed reelection of President Mwai Kibaki on December 27 set off periodic outbreaks of violence.
January 16, 2008, 5:40 PM
Bagfuls of brightly colored plastic balls were unleashed from the top of Rome’s Spanish Steps earlier today in a stunt.
Bagfuls of brightly colored plastic balls were unleashed from the top of Rome’s Spanish Steps earlier today in a stunt.
December 28, 2007, 1:31 PM
The Texan city is kicking the habit for New Year's, with a stricter smoking ban.
The Texan city is kicking the habit for New Year's, with a stricter smoking ban.
December 28, 2007, 12:06 PM
Text messaging is the newest way for those on the go to share and receive real-time information about everything from flight delays to tortuous check-in lines.
Text messaging is the newest way for those on the go to share and receive real-time information about everything from flight delays to tortuous check-in lines.
November 30, 2007, 2:49 PM
A free holiday light show dubbed Kaleidoscope returns to the beautifully restored main concourse of Grand Central Terminal on Saturday, December 1.
A free holiday light show dubbed Kaleidoscope returns to the beautifully restored main concourse of Grand Central Terminal on Saturday, December 1.
November 21, 2007, 3:04 PM
TSA officials at airport checkpoints have confiscated millions of items annually; chain saws, fuzzy handcuffs, nunchucks among the craziest.
TSA officials at airport checkpoints have confiscated millions of items annually; chain saws, fuzzy handcuffs, nunchucks among the craziest.
November 21, 2007, 1:11 PM
In a whirlwind of a trip, a few videographers captured quite a funny little clip—enjoy it here.
In a whirlwind of a trip, a few videographers captured quite a funny little clip—enjoy it here.
November 16, 2007, 12:49 PM
It's one of the busiest flight times of the year—can the government ease the congestion?
It's one of the busiest flight times of the year—can the government ease the congestion?
November 9, 2007, 4:58 PM
Earlier this week, the city welcomed the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (UCCA).
Earlier this week, the city welcomed the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (UCCA).
October 30, 2007, 12:37 PM
Bryant Park's grand opening of The Pond has plenty of spandex and sparkles to commemorate it.
Bryant Park's grand opening of The Pond has plenty of spandex and sparkles to commemorate it.
October 24, 2007, 4:15 PM
Halloween brings out the weird in all of us—especially locals in Manitou, Colorado.
Halloween brings out the weird in all of us—especially locals in Manitou, Colorado.
October 22, 2007, 2:24 PM
Celebrate the Year of the Rat (luckier than you'd think) in China this year.
Celebrate the Year of the Rat (luckier than you'd think) in China this year.
October 16, 2007, 11:10 AM
The author makes it easy to find the places she vividly describes in her travel memoir.
The author makes it easy to find the places she vividly describes in her travel memoir.
October 1, 2007, 11:01 AM
It's the latest in an increasingly crowded field of aspirational, list-like guidebooks.
It's the latest in an increasingly crowded field of aspirational, list-like guidebooks.
September 4, 2007, 5:34 PM
It's a brave new world, one where you can access real-time updates on what to do at the airport.
It's a brave new world, one where you can access real-time updates on what to do at the airport.
August 29, 2007, 3:37 PM
The Venetian is moving east, to a former Portuguese colony that already rakes in more money than its Vegas counterpart.
The Venetian is moving east, to a former Portuguese colony that already rakes in more money than its Vegas counterpart.
August 23, 2007, 10:39 AM
It's not too late to squeeze in a summer getaway.
It's not too late to squeeze in a summer getaway.
August 13, 2007, 5:15 PM
It's the web agency's 72-hour sale.
It's the web agency's 72-hour sale.
August 10, 2007, 11:56 AM
Avoid unpleasant surprises with TV Trip's growing collection of unbiased hotel videos.
Avoid unpleasant surprises with TV Trip's growing collection of unbiased hotel videos.
August 3, 2007, 5:18 PM
One tempting reason is that you'll have a good chance of witnessing the Aurora Borealis, or northern lights.
One tempting reason is that you'll have a good chance of witnessing the Aurora Borealis, or northern lights.
August 2, 2007, 5:28 PM
An airfare sale for 20 Italian cities, a pilot shortage, and plans to test in-flight WiFi.
An airfare sale for 20 Italian cities, a pilot shortage, and plans to test in-flight WiFi.
July 31, 2007, 3:54 PM
We're always on the lookout for tour operators whose packages meet our Real Deal standards, and Go Ahead Tours is one of the latest to show up on our radar.
We're always on the lookout for tour operators whose packages meet our Real Deal standards, and Go Ahead Tours is one of the latest to show up on our radar.
July 30, 2007, 10:54 AM
Editor Erik Torkells just called from the airport with a few choice words to share about his departure experience.
Editor Erik Torkells just called from the airport with a few choice words to share about his departure experience.
July 18, 2007, 10:36 AM
As part of the Passport to Adventure program, kids aged five to 12 can pick up a passport-like journal at any store and use it to record their excursions.
As part of the Passport to Adventure program, kids aged five to 12 can pick up a passport-like journal at any store and use it to record their excursions.
July 17, 2007, 6:34 PM
Where in the world can you use the euro? We've got answers.
Where in the world can you use the euro? We've got answers.
July 11, 2007, 11:03 AM
Summer brings scorching heat to Sin City—consider that the predicted high is 110 degrees this weekend—and a slowdown in business conferences, all of which is good news for bargain hunters.
Summer brings scorching heat to Sin City—consider that the predicted high is 110 degrees this weekend—and a slowdown in business conferences, all of which is good news for bargain hunters.
July 6, 2007, 10:58 AM
You can use those vacation photos for more than a dusty album—this website will show you how.
You can use those vacation photos for more than a dusty album—this website will show you how.
June 20, 2007, 4:07 PM
Now, you can see more than 50,000 pieces pf toy memorabila, all thanks to one devoted collector.
Now, you can see more than 50,000 pieces pf toy memorabila, all thanks to one devoted collector.
June 4, 2007, 11:10 AM
The latest great deals in Girlfriend Getaways.
The latest great deals in Girlfriend Getaways.
May 18, 2007, 10:45 AM
Learn about the Arirang Festival's Mass Games, a tightly synchronized performance reenacting the country's history.
Learn about the Arirang Festival's Mass Games, a tightly synchronized performance reenacting the country's history.
May 7, 2007, 2:48 PM
More than 20 million people have already voted in the new Seven Wonders of the World international campaign.
More than 20 million people have already voted in the new Seven Wonders of the World international campaign.
April 16, 2007, 2:10 PM
Here's a spotlight on babies born recently at top U.S. zoos.
Here's a spotlight on babies born recently at top U.S. zoos.
