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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.
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…
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.
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…
How to Get Home for the Holidays For Less: Our Annual Calendar for the Cheapest Days to Fly
Our exclusive calendar mixes the fare findings of three top websites, giving you the most comprehensive look at low holiday fares on the web.
New Sites Make Booking Low-Fare European Airlines Easier
Europe's many low-fare airlines don't show up on major search engines. Now, new search engines let you scan low-fare airlines more easily than ever -- even hooking them up with flights…
4 Smart Secrets for Coping with Airline Cutbacks
Is your flight about to be canceled? Surviving the season of airline cancellations is possible with these four helpful strategies.
Off-the-Shoulder Season: Mexican Stays from $37 a Night
Now is the time of year when much of the Caribbean transitions from the high heat of the summer's off-season to shoulder season in the fall -- and there is no shortage of promotions.
Four Outrageous New Airline Fees -- And How to Avoid Them
The airlines don't want you to read this. They'd rather you fork over one of the new surcharges they've dreamed up during the last few weeks. They don't want you to know there's…
Finding a Good Airfare to New York City
Airfares have been inching up, month by month, in the last year. Still, it's possible to find a reasonable airfare into and out of New York City, one of the busiest gateways in the…
The Southern Mediterranean Charms of Sicily and Malta
Charis Atlas Heelan reveals tips and deals for an affordable island vacation -- even during peak season.
Grounded by Inspections? Four Tips for Getting There Anyway
If you're one of the hundreds of thousands of air travelers whose plans were disrupted by inspection-related cancellations at American Airlines or one of the flights bound to be called…
Is Greece Still The Word? Ways to Save on a European Vacation
With the U.S. dollar at a historical low against the powerful Euro and no relief in sight, can those with a tighter money belt still afford to travel to this ancient land? Can you…
5 Things Airlines Won't Tell You About Weather Delays
We're in the middle of a season that traditionally brings blizzards, ice storms and cold winter rains with it, offering more opportunities for airlines to play the weather card.
Visiting National Parks: The Essential Gear and Packing List
When heading out with your family to visit any of our national parks for an extended stay, it's good to have everything you need -- not too much, and not too little.
Travel Troubleshooter: Not An Ice Vacation, JetBlue
A vacation to Puerto Rico is put on ice, thanks to winter weather. Months later, the airline has refunded the tickets, but the hotel is holding onto the money.
13 Lessons Learned on a Flight from Hell
What's a mother of two to do when airline staff decides that help is a four-letter word?
Going Away for the Holidays? How You Can Beat the Airlines
Simply put, flying over the holidays can be a pain. There are ways to get the lowest possible fares, though, and ways to make the best of a miserable peak-day flight. We tell you how.
Say Sayonara to Summer With One Last Great Weekend Getaway from $82 per Night
Yes, summer is almost over, but there is some good news for those who may be angling for a quick weekend getaway.
New Travel Website Shows You the World, Then Lets You Book It
Vayama's name might not yet be familiar to you, but it will be soon. With its cuddly, map-based interface, the latest entry into the field of online agencies hints at what the future…
Last Minute Deal: L.A. to Paris from $575 this Fall, Including Christmas
If you want to go to Paris, and you live on the West Coast, you are in luck, albeit for a limited time only.
Book the Balearics for Beaches and Nightlife
Ibiza, Majorca and Menorca make up Spain's Balearic Islands, one of the most popular beach destinations in the world -- and they're known as much for their nightlife as their golden…
Prices Head South of the Border on Packages and Planes all Across Mexico
Mexico is a perennially popular destination -- just don't go there in the dead heat of the summer because it's hot, hot, hot. Those seeking a fiesta may want their travel to coincide…
Steamy, Sunny, South Pacific: It's All About the Stopover
It may be halfway around the world and at least a day away for many of us in the United States, but the South Pacific is readily accessible for as long as airlines keep offering these…
Airline Meals That Don't Make You Ask, "What's That?"
These days, airlines rarely feed you anything resembling a meal while you're flying. But there's a growing interest to offer travelers something that's way better than, well, nothing.