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Top 10 Hidden Hotel Fees
Top 10 Hidden
Hotel Fees
Nov 25, 2007 11:24 AM CST

Top 10 Hidden Hotel Fees

Secret ways hotels gouge you when you're not looking

(Newser) - If you're hurrying to catch a plane, you might sign that hotel bill without a second glance.  Avoid unpleasant surprises by looking out for Forbes Traveler's list of hidden fees:
  1. Resort fee: Some resorts tack on a $10 to $25 fee per day for use of their facilities... even
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Tips for Tasty In-Flight Fare
Tips for Tasty In-Flight Fare
Nov 19, 2007 6:04 AM CST

Tips for Tasty In-Flight Fare

In the era of no-frills flying, expert advice on how to pack a sandwich that will satisfy

(Newser) - With no-frills flying leaving the provisions up to you, packing your own sandwich beats stale airport fare by a mile. Sisha Ortuzar, executive chef at  New York's 'Wichcraft, gives Budget Travel tips for a tasty sandwich that'll survive hard travel:
  1. Use crusty breads like ciabattas or baguettes for tuna salad
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Travelers May Spend Thanksgiving on the Runway

Already-slow industry prepares for the worst Thanksgiving in more than a decade

(Newser) - A 4% increase in holiday passengers will likely cause lengthy delays, the airline industry warned yesterday—bad news for those who miss connections and could wait 3 days for another flight. Though airlines have hired seasonal workers in the first staff expansion since 9/11, some 2.5 million passengers may...

15 Must-See American Sights
15 Must-See American Sights
Nov 11, 2007 8:23 AM CST

15 Must-See American Sights

Forget Paris—these great vacation sites can be found in your own backyard

(Newser) - Patricia Schultz, author of 1,000 Places to See in the USA and Canada Before You Die, turns Forbes readers onto her top 15:
  1. The Pacific Coast Highway
  2. Monument Valley, Utah and Ariz.
  3. Texas Hill Country

Top 20 International Travel Hits
Top 20 International Travel Hits
Nov 6, 2007 11:05 AM CST

Top 20 International Travel Hits

The dollar may be down—but that isn't keeping Americans from spending their money abroad

(Newser) - Money may not be flowing the way it once did, but Americans are traveling more than ever. Forbes Traveler lists the top 20 destinations for Yankee jetsetters:
  1. Mexico
  2. Canada
  3. UK

8 Girls-Only Retreats
8 Girls-Only Retreats
Nov 4, 2007 1:49 PM CST

8 Girls-Only Retreats

Forget trips for two— grab a group of gal pals for these fun getaways

(Newser) - More and more women are traveling alone or with their gal pals, industry figures show. MSNBC suggests these getaways that cater specifically to women:
  1. Rancho La Puerta, Tecate, Mexico
  2. Northwest Women's Surf Camp, Seaside, Ore.
  3. River's Edge Kayak & Canoe Trips, Healdsburg, Calif.

No Love for Would-Be Mile-High Clubbers

Singapore Airlines asks passengers to 'observe standards' on Airbus beds

(Newser) - Singapore Airlines is throwing a wet towel on hopes that the double beds and private suites on the new Airbus A380 would revolutionize high-altitude romance. The airline today asked passengers to “observe standards that don’t cause offense.” Cabins are private, but not sound-proof or sealed, Reuters reports....

Seven Spooky Spots
Seven Spooky Spots
Oct 30, 2007 3:10 PM CDT

Seven Spooky Spots

From Transylvania to the Tower of London, these sites can give you chills

(Newser) - If you want to walk in Dracula's footsteps, hobnob with lake monsters, or bed down with aliens, Forbes recommends these locations:
  1. Bran Castle, Brasov, Romania 
  2. Tower of London, London, England
  3. Catacombs, Paris, France

Seriously Spooky Hotels
Seriously Spooky Hotels
Oct 29, 2007 10:30 AM CDT

Seriously Spooky Hotels

Brave travelers can bed down with ghosts at these creepy locals

(Newser) - These hotels are known for more than complimentary breakfast. Tripso.com gets in the Halloween spirit with its rundown of haunted accommodations:
  1. The Myrtles Plantation, St. Francisville, La.: An abused slave poisoned her master with oleander cake; a host of ghosties now appear at guests' bedsides.
  2. Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans:
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New Orleans Back in Swing
New Orleans Back in Swing
Oct 27, 2007 6:25 AM CDT

New Orleans Back in Swing

(Newser) - New Orleans remains a city very much in transition, but its fabled nightlife and cuisine have rebounded enough to more than warrant a trip to the Big Easy, says Travel & Leisure. Jazz and jumbalaya not enough? The city also has a wide range of "voluntourism" opportunites related to...

Where Do the Hotties Live?
Where Do the Hotties Live?
Oct 25, 2007 7:15 AM CDT

Where Do the Hotties Live?

Hotties pack these towns named by Travel & Leisure

(Newser) - If you want to see the most beautiful people in America, head to Miami or San Diego. That's what Travel & Leisure's readers think. Here are the 10 cities with the most head-turners:
  1. Miami
  2. San Diego
  3. Charleston, S.C.

Before You Take That Cruise ...
Before You Take That Cruise ...
Oct 23, 2007 6:04 PM CDT

Before You Take That Cruise ...

Five things every intrepid traveller ought to know before shipping out

(Newser) - Don't travel blind on your first cruise.  USA Today has some tips for novices:
  1. Find the right cruise for you by consulting CruiseCritic.com, TripAdvisor.com, or a travel agent.
  2. Need formal wear for dinner? Probably not, but check out the eating arrangements before you pack.

Boo! Where to Go for Halloween
Boo! Where to Go for Halloween
Oct 22, 2007 5:56 PM CDT

Boo! Where to Go for Halloween

(Newser) - If you like being scared, this is your time of year. Here are nine of the best sites to visit in the US and Canada in honor of Halloween, according to Reuters:
  1. Six Flags Parks in the US and Canada
  2. Universal Studios, Hollywood
  3. The Haunted Adventure, Toronto

Fido-Friendly Vacation Spots
Fido-Friendly Vacation Spots
Oct 15, 2007 5:23 AM CDT

Fido-Friendly Vacation Spots

If vacation isn't vacation without Rover, consider one of these ten pet-friendly towns or your next trip

(Newser) - Man's best friend has become a member of the family, so why shouldn't he get a break, too?  Make it fun and easy to travel with your pet by visiting one of these hound-hangout towns MSNBC recommends:
  1. San Diego, CA
  2. Long Beach, CA
  3. Carmel, CA

Luxury Hotels for the Fiscally Challenged

Even a pauper can feel pampered at these posh getaways

(Newser) - Even upscale chains like Ritz-Carlton will rent you a room for a reasonable price—if you seek out a favorable exchange rate, an independent hotel, or an off-the-beaten-track domestic destination. Forbes finds 10 luxury lodgings that are affordable even in peak season:
  1. Ritz-Carlton Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
  2. Domaine Des
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Go Where the $ Is Still Good
Go Where the $ Is Still Good
Oct 6, 2007 6:23 AM CDT

Go Where the $ Is Still Good

Planning to travel? Head to a country where flashing a few dead presidents still means something

(Newser) - It hurts when even a dollar-friendly country like Canada is giving your green the cold shoulder. Get your money's worth in these countries from foXnoMad:
  1. Morocco
  2. Thailand
  3. Mexico

10 N.E. Indian Summer Getaways
10 N.E. Indian Summer Getaways
Oct 5, 2007 11:03 AM CDT

10 N.E. Indian Summer Getaways

Planning a fall trip? Make it a memorable one with these suggested itineraries

(Newser) - Leaves can change, and so can your fall travel plans. If you're ready for something new this year, check out one of these trips from Travel + Leisure:
  1. Epicurean excursion in North Haley, Quebec
  2. Fall festival season in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
  3. A wine lover's retreat on Long Island's North
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Not So Fly: Worst US Airlines
Not So Fly: Worst US Airlines
Oct 4, 2007 1:31 PM CDT

Not So Fly: Worst US Airlines

Everyone has their travel hell story, but which airlines are the true villains?

(Newser) - Lost luggage, canceled flights and appalling delays seem to be par for the course in air travel these days.  But some airlines are worse than others.  Forbes provides the hit list:
  1. Atlantic Southeast Airlines
  2. Comair (a division of Delta Air Lines)
  3. American Eagle Airlines (a division of American
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Paltrow, Pals Start Foodie Tour of Spain

Star-powered road trip will air on PBS next fall

(Newser) - While one usually associates road-trip cuisine with a 7-Eleven, two foodies and two actresses today embark on a four-month culinary tour of Spain. Gwyneth Paltrow, chef Mario Batali, New York Times food columnist Mark Bittman, and Spanish actress Claudia Bassols will sample traditional cuisine for a 13-part PBS series called...

Lonely Planet Will Keep BBC Company

British media giant buys 75% stake in popular travel brand

(Newser) - The BBC is lacing up its hiking boots after acquiring a 75% stake in travel guidebook company Lonely Planet. The deal, announced today, nets the BBC a travel brand with a library of some 500 travel guides, a popular website, and a TV series shown in 100 countries. It’s...

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