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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 / 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 / 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 / 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…

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.