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Article / Family & Kids

U.S. Family Resorts Dial up the Spook Factor for Halloween

Here's a sampling of U.S. family-friendly hotels and resorts that are hosting special Halloween events in October.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

How to Avoid Travel Scams Abroad: 5 Easy Ways

If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Follow these five rules to identify a travel scam before it's too late.

Article / Air Travel

Smart Deal: Ireland Air and Car from $399

How to get a round-trip flight and a week-long car rental for less than the cost of a plane ticket.

Article / Air Travel

Should Airlines Be Allowed to Trade Airport Slots?

Who decides which airlines get to park how many of their planes at your local airport and why you should start caring about this.

Article / Family & Kids

Ask the Family Travel Expert: Kid-Friendly Hotels in Las Vegas

What's the best way to pick a Vegas hotel when one member of the family is in town for business and everybody else just wants to have some fun? Let our expert tell you.

Article / Money and Fees

Are Travelers Frill-Seekers? No, But Here's What They Really Want

A recent study shows that most travelers look for value when booking a trip. Here's a look at what the travel industry could do to make everyone's vacations just a little better.

Article / Arts and Culture

Washington, D.C.: 5 Best Places to See Off the National Mall

The National Mall may have the lion's share of museums, but every traveler should also save time for these must-see D.C. attractions.

Article / Arts and Culture

New York City's Best Free Concerts

From classical to jazz, New York City is the perfect year-round showcase for free performances by famous and up-and-coming musicians.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Travel Troubleshooter: Smoked Out of My Hotel Room

A traveler receives a hotel room that smells like cigarettes. When he asks to change rooms, he is rushed out of the old room without getting a chance to pack everything up. Should the…

Article / Cruise

9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before You Choose a Cruise

Matching your tastes and personality to the right cruise ship isn't so hard if you ask yourself these simple questions.

Article / Arts and Culture

Two Weeks in Thailand, from $1,299 with Air

Book now and you'll save $500 on this 14-day Thailand trip, which includes airfare, 11 nights' hotel, and guided tours -- all for about the price of buying a plane ticket on your own.

Article / Air Travel

How to Fall Into a Real Travel Bargain This Year

So you've waited for the best: How to find a fall bargain between to family discounts and the holiday bargains.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Smart Traveler: How to Pack for an International Flight

When planning your international trip, follow these 5 travel tips for smarter -- and more efficient -- packing.

Article / Family & Kids

Smart Traveler: How to Pack for Your Domestic Flight

With restrictions on checked baggage and even some fees for carry-on luggage, packing for your domestic trip has never been so complicated. Breeze through airport security with these 5…

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Help! They Upgraded My Hotel Bill

A traveler is moved to another hotel in Spain, which triples the cost of his original reservation. Who should reimburse the extra fees: the hotel, travel agent, or reservations company?

Article / Family & Kids

Park of the Week: Lackawanna Heritage Valley, Pennsylvania

Head to this Pennsylvania valley for coal mine tours, trolley rides, and an impressive collection of steam locomotives.

Article / Arts and Culture

Paris: Free Museums, Sightseeing Tours, Concerts & More

Find free museums, concerts, and sightseeing tours in Paris, plus how to connect to the city's free Wi-Fi system in six easy steps.

Article / Family & Kids

Boo at the Zoo: 10 Halloween Festivals

From trick-or-treating to mazes and haunted houses, zoos around the country celebrate Halloween with kid-friendly fall festivals.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Kenya Safari, from $1,599 with Six Nights' Hotel

This week's Smart Deal takes you to Kenya, where your six-night trip includes nine game-viewing drives.

Article / Travelers with Disabilities

Wheelchair-Accessible Spirit Chasing in Historic Fells Point

Nothing sparks the imagination quite like a good ghost hunt. And there's no better place to ignite that spark than in the Baltimore neighborhood where Edgar Allan Poe once lived.

Article / Air Travel

Tarmac-Delay Rules Give Travelers More Respect

Though your chances of getting delayed on the tarmac for more than three hours are still pretty slim, the real impact could be the renewed focus on passenger rights.

Article / Arts and Culture

Uncovering the Arts Scene in Tijuana, Mexico

Discover the arts and culture that most Tijuana tourists overlook during trips over the border.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Travel Troubleshooter: No Refund for My Canceled Vacation?

A sick child forces this family to cancel an Arizona vacation, but the real headache comes when the refund doesn't come through. Is this family out of luck?

Article / Local Experiences

Sicily Minus the Crowds, from $965 with Air

Book now for this market-themed Italy package, which includes airfare, four nights' hotel in Sicily, a tour of Palermo, and gelato -- all for under $1,000.

Article / Money and Fees

Money Matters: 5 Credit Card Tips for the World Traveler

Credit card acceptance continues to rise in almost every corner of the globe, but with many cards, that convenience can come at a cost. Here are five ways to be smarter about using…