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VivaAerobus: The Plane That's a Bus
New Mexican budget airline VivaAerobus lives up to its name. Sometimes it's an airplane. Sometimes it's a bus. It's all in the service of the lowest fares possible.
Slope Specs: Mammoth Mountain, Southern California's Snowy Giant
October was a harbinger of good things to come at Mammoth: it opened 10 days ahead of schedule and brought about the resumption of commercial air service.
Honeymoon Destinations That Will Get Your Heart Racing
Thrill-seekers, nature lovers, outdoorsy types, and just plain adventurers have plenty of options for a honeymoon.
11 Great Walks in Sunny San Diego
Take these walks for backdrops of sun-drenched beaches, rugged coastal terrain, and lively urban scenery.
5 Great Reasons to Travel Over the Holidays
Here's a holiday travel forecast you probably won't read many places: look for lower prices on everything from air fares to hotel room rates, smaller crowds and a more pleasant overall…
T'is the Season to Visit U.S. National Parks
If you'd like to spend the holidays surrounded by the beauty of lakes, forests, and rugged mountains, you'll need to book soon.
Park of the Week: Mammoth Cave National Park
When it comes to America's national parks there are lots of superlatives, and Mammoth Cave in south central Kentucky has several to offer.
Top 5 U.S. National Parks for Winter Warmth
During the winter months, several National Parks close down for the season, but there are a few parks located in warmer locales that enjoy moderate to downright hot conditions…
Don't Be Afraid to Get Into the Water: Take the Plunge with Crocs, Sharks, and Rays
If 'fear' is your middle name, then we have a few awesome underwater adventures to whet your appetite.
European Bus Options for Independent and Group Travelers
Bus tours aren't just geared towards the young travelers, there trips suited for independent travelers and families who want both value and a group travel atmosphere.
Unfair Fares: 5 Secrets for Avoiding the Bait-and-Switch
We may never fully comprehend what's commonly known as 'yield management' in the travel industry, but there are a few ways of making sure you don't become a victim of these deceptive…
20 Recession Travel Rules: How to Still Afford That Family Vacation
Even in the shakiest economic times, savvy families can always find ways to shave pennies, dollars, and even hundreds of dollars off their travel spending. Here's how.
How to Plan a Family Escape from Washington, D.C.
On the western shore of the Potomac River lies historic Old Town Alexandria, founded in 1749. Once considered just a day trip for families staying in D.C., the area holds its own,…
4 Ways to Add the Right Kind of Drama to a Family Trip
500 Places to Take Your Kids Before They Grow Up highlights the best trips for parents and children alike, including these four excellent sites for theater and movie history -- and…
10 Tempting Reasons to Visit New Zealand
It will be summer in New Zealand within a few weeks and there are plenty of reasons why now is the perfect time to travel way down under. Here are our top ten.
Flying Traitors? 3 Reasons Why Airline Travel May Be Un-American
What's fair about flying? If you said 'nothing,' you're right. Air travel has become so Balkanized that flying has become practically un-American.
High Kicks, High Notes, and Highly Entertaining Shows on the High Seas
Vegas-style production shows with feather boa-clad show girls are still alive and kicking onboard, but more and more they're being offered with a fresh twist to keep the cruise…
Adventure Cruises: A Baker's Dozen for Every Taste
The cruise world offers adventure experiences for almost every type, from adrenaline junkies to culture and history hounds. Here's a baker's dozen of great choices, sorted into five…
Travel Troubleshooter: Is My Lost Ticket a Lost Cause?
Virgin Atlantic promises our reader a paper ticket for his flight to Johannesburg. But when it doesn't show, the airline won't track it down. Is his lost ticket a lost cause?
Pauline Frommer's Spend-Less-See-More Tips for Using Frequent Flyer Miles
In this series of monthly tips, you'll find some terrific tips to help you get the most out of every trip. This time, we share insight about how to get the most out of frequent flyer…
Global Report: Earthbound News & Sky-High Opportunities for Skiers & Snowboarders
Cover much of Austria with one lift pass, learn to snowboard with the industry leader, and the world's most expensive mountain pass.
Rockies Report: Airlines Provide an Expressway to the Slopes
Ski discounts from airlines and increased flights across the region make for faster routes to the powder this season.
Remembrance and Respect: Travel to Historic Battlefields Near and Far
With Veterans' Day being commemorated this week, it is fitting to honor the contribution of the armed forces with a glimpse at a few travel options to historic battlegrounds and sites…
Travel Troubleshooter: A Ski Vacation that Was All Downhill
Our reader prepays for a hotel at a ski resort during Christmas. She misses her plane, then has to cancel her make-up vacation, too. The hotel is giving her until May to use the…
Travel Health & Safety: Is My Airplane Too Old?
Are some planes just too old to be safe? And is a newer plane always safer than an older one? For the answer our writer looks into fleets foreign and domestic.