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Article / Air Travel

10 Ways to Tell if You're an Annoying Airline Passenger

We've probably all been guilty of bugging someone at some point in our travels, but here are a few pointers to make life easier for your fellow travelers and flight crew.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Revenge of the Car Rental Agents

Sometimes travelers are at the mercy of front-of-the-line agents, who can either make your rental experience a rewarding one -- or a disastrous one.

Article / Air Travel

Flight Check: Brussels to Abu Dhabi on Etihad

Etihad Airways is looking to leap-frog the international competition with excellent service, new aircraft, and an enviable route that connects the U.S. and Europe with Asia.

Article / Air Travel

Why Fares Are So High for the Holidays -- And What You Can Do

If you want to travel over the holidays you're likely looking at high fares. So high, in fact, that first class isn't such a bad idea.

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Travel Troubleshooter: Do I Have to Pay For That Ding on My Rental?

What do you do when you return a rental car and then receive an €800 bill in the mail?

Article / Family & Kids

Fabulous Fall Getaways in Naples, Florida

With these two hotel deals, you'll find golf courses, luxurious spas, beach butlers, and more in family-friendly Naples, Florida.

Article / Air Travel

What the Continental and United Merger Means to You

Now that the Continental/United Airlines merger has been approved, what can you expect as a consumer?

Article / Local Experiences

Museum Day: Free Entrance to the Nation's Top Museums

Head to a museum on Sept. 25, when about 1,300 cultural institutions around the U.S. will offer free admission. Here are 10 museums with permanent collections that are worth repeat…

Article / Local Experiences

The Best Wine Tastings in Paris

Fall is grape harvest time and a wonderful excuse to improve your knowledge of French wines or just to 'wine-bar' hop in Paris.

Article / Air Travel

Are Loyalty Programs Worth It?

Hoarding frequent-flier miles or loyalty points can be addictive, until you realize that you've never been able to redeem those points for a free flight or hotel room. Are loyalty…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Park of the Week: Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park

LBJ's former Texas ranch is now the site of a national park with historical exhibits, self-guided driving tours -- and cattle herds.

Article / Hotels

Travel Troubleshooter: Paris for 10 Euros a Night -- Uh, Make That 100 Euros

A traveler thinks he has scored an amazing hotel deal on Travelocity, but then is informed the €10 price was an error. Does he deserve a refund?

Article / Family & Kids

The Able Traveler: Wheeling Around the Big House

Nothing can ruin a vacation faster than spending time in jail. That said, there are a few former lock-ups that are worth a vacation time visit.

Article / Arts and Culture

LGBT Itinerary: How to Spend 3 Days in London

Make it a long weekend and try out this three-day itinerary in London, where there's plenty of neighborhoods, markets, and bars to check out.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Mexico Beach Vacation, from $609 for Five Nights With Air

Simplify your vacation planning by booking now for this five-night beachfront Mexico vacation with airfare.

Article / Travelers with Disabilities

Bryce Canyon for Wheelers and Slow Walkers

Bryce Canyon is a great destination for wheelchair-users, as some of the most spectacular red rock formations can be seen right from the road.

Article / Local Experiences

New Orleans: Five Years Post-Katrina, the Good Times Still Roll

In 2011 and 2012, Royal Caribbean, NCL, and Carnival will all have ships sailing from New Orleans -- just another confirmation that the city is on its way to recovery.

Article / Arts and Culture

Learn Travel Writing in Sunny Key West

Discover how to shape and market your writing -- whether it be for a travel memoir or a book, short articles or material for an app -- at the Key West Travel Writing Workshop this…

Article / Cruise

7 Clauses to Beware of in Your Cruise Contract

If you're not careful, the fine print in cruise line contracts may leave you high and dry. Here's what to watch out for.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Travel Troubleshooter: Billed an Extra Day by Budget

What happens when you return a rental car by dropping the keys into an after-hours box? In this traveler's case, the car rental agency charged him for a late return. Who is right?

Article / Family & Kids

3 Family Travel Packages: Deal or No Deal?

We did the math on these family travel deals to see which ones actually save you money.

Article / Cruise

9 Seaworthy Tips for Cruising with Kids

The readers of WeJustGotBack.com reveal 9 ways to survive a cruise with kids.

Article / Arts and Culture

Spain Travel Discount: Six Nights + Air from $1,299, including $200 Off

You can save $200 on this three-city Spain tour by booking early for travel in February or March, when the temperatures in Seville are warmer than parts of the U.S.

Article / Air Travel

Tell the U.S. Government How You Feel About Air Travel

The federal government is giving travelers an extra month to comment on proposed new consumer rules for airline passengers. Here's how to speak up.

Article / Local Experiences

5 Ways Travelers Have Lost Their Manners

Here are five cases where obnoxious travelers give everyone a bad name. On your next trip, do us all a favor and make sure that you're not being equally scandalous.