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Article / Air Travel

Six-Night London Vacation, from $1,049 with Air

This London trip in May includes round-trip flights, six nights' hotel, and a ticket to the Chelsea Flower Show.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Beyond the Beach: 5 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do in Los Cabos

From cooking classes to adopting baby sea turtles, these non-beach activities in Los Cabos are worth exploring.

Article / Air Travel

Will This Be the Year for Passenger Rights?

Some lawmakers want to require airlines and travel agents to disclose the full price of an advertised ticket, including taxes and fees. But it remains to be seen whether any of the…

Article / Air Travel

US Airways Closes a "Loophole" and Opens a Can of Worms

This week's installment of 'That's Ridiculous!' explains US Airways' ingenious way to collect fees from people who've already paid them.

Article / Arts and Culture

Key West: Beyond the Beach

For a low-key beach vacation mixed with a dash of culture, Florida's Key West offers great museums, galleries, restaurants, and more.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Travel Troubleshooter: No Refund for My Colorado Condo

A traveler cancels her condo rental about a month before her scheduled vacation. Does the vague cancellation policy leave her refund out in the cold?

Article / Air Travel

Revenge of the Flight Attendants: 9 Tales of Cabin Crew Behaving Badly

From petty theft to packing handguns, these flight attendants take outrageous in-flight behavior up a notch.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Eight-Night Costa Rica Vacation, from $1,149 with Air

Save yourself the hassle of renting a car by booking this Costa Rica package, which includes eight nights' hotel, flights, and transfers in an air-conditioned van.

Article / Hotels

Hotel Charges $20-a-Night Fee for Non-Smoking Room

A Las Vegas hotel tacks on a $20 fee if you want to guarantee a non-smoking room. Should travelers be punished for trying to stay away from cigarette smoke?

Article / Air Travel

10 Reasons to Fly to Charleston (Besides Cheap Fares)

Spring in Charleston means walking along a beach, squeezing in a round or two of golf, eating, drinking, shopping, and more.

Article / Air Travel

That's Ridiculous! I Arrived at the Airport on Time, But I Missed My Flight

Find out what happens when an understaffed Spirit Airlines can't get a passenger to a gate on time.

Article / Family & Kids

Traveler's Ski Report: The Ogden Valley, Utah

Find affordable alternatives to Park City at Powder Mountain and Snowbasin, in Utah's Ogden Valley.

Article / Family & Kids

Traveler's Ski Report: Brian Head Resort, Utah

Head to this southern Utah ski resort for family-friendly slopes and budget-friendly ski deals, all just a three-hour drive from Las Vegas.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Car Rental Agencies and Cities Get Ready to Go Head-to-Head Over Taxes Again

If you rent a car these days, you can expect to pay exorbitant fees and taxes, many of which benefit local cities. A proposed bill would cap some of those taxes, leading some cities to…

Article / Air Travel

Travel Troubleshooter: Can I Redo My Disney Vacation, Please?

A traveler mistakenly buys a Disney vacation for the wrong month and hopes that Disney will waive the $500 rebooking fee. Will Disney work its magic?

Article / Air Travel

Five-Night Barcelona Vacation, from $1,099 with Air

Expect to save at least $50 by booking this five-night Barcelona deal, plus you'd receive arrival transfers, a guided walking tour, and a sightseeing bus tour at no extra cost.

Article / Air Travel

Giving Love a Bad Name: 6 Tales of Misbehaving Airline Passengers

What happens when high altitude, alcohol, and boorish behavior combine into the perfect in-flight cocktail?

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Egypt: Travel Tips for Canceled Tours and Upcoming Trips

If your dream vacation has been impacted by the protests in Egypt, this guide helps unravel the messiness of canceling trips, getting refunds, and rebooking flights.

Article / Cruise

New Website Rates Energy Efficiency of Cruise Ships

Eco-conscious travelers can now check ShippingEfficiency.org, which rates the energy efficiency of major ships.

Article / Cruise

How to Lose Weight on a Cruise: 9 Smart Ways

For cruisers who face tempting buffets and endless desserts, these nine tips reveal healthy dining options and fun ways to stay active while on a cruise.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Travel Troubleshooter: Snared By an Insurance Scam in Mexico

A traveler in Mexico is stunned when he is forced to buy car insurance, which more than doubles the price of his rental. Will he get a refund?

Article / Money and Fees

Best Smart Phone Apps for Business and Frequent Travelers

Fly through our top picks for the most useful and reliable apps -- and get where you need to go faster.

Article / Packages

Three-Night Oahu Vacation, from $465 with Air

This Hawaii package is about $100 less than what round-trip airfare alone would cost, plus the deal includes three nights' hotel on Oahu.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Gear Update: New Skis, Snowboards, Goggles, and More

Skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels will want to check out these innovative products from 11 top companies.

Article / Family & Kids

Traveler's Ski Report: Crested Butte, Colorado

This low-key Colorado resort has fresh powder and affordable ski deals, such as a Parents Ski Free package for families.