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Christmas Ham & Hanukkah Challah: How Cruise Lines Deck the Decks for the Holidays
During the holidays, cruise ships have special menus, music, and entertainment -- and sometimes even faux snow flurries in the Caribbean.
Travel Troubleshooter: A $481 Bill for Rental-Car Damage I Didn't Do
How could this claim for nearly $500 in rental-car damages have been avoided? Plus, find out how readers helped this traveler win her case against the car rental company.
Holiday Travel Tips: How to Get Through Airport Security Faster
Before you head to the airport this winter, brush up on what's allowed and what's banned at airport security checkpoints. Skip the snow globe, leave presents unwrapped, download the…
That's Ridiculous! Airlines Let XL Passengers Invade My Economy-Class Seat
Most airlines seem to dance around the issue of obese passengers. Should there be a rule that says passengers are entitled to a minimum amount of legroom and personal space?
Six Nights in Prague, from $897 with Airfare
Save more than $150 by booking this winter deal to Prague, which includes airfare, six nights' hotel, and all taxes.
Car Rental Fees: When the Price Isn't the Price
When a car rental company gives you a price quote it's never even near what you're going to end up paying. Isn't it time customers demanded more clarity?
Airline Rights: What You've Got & What You Don't
From bumping to lost luggage, to rerouted journeys: our primer on dealing with the worst the airlines have to offer.
Cruise Ship Shops: Black Friday on the High Seas?
No matter the time of year, shops aboard cruise ships tempt you with jewelry, electronics, art, toys, and more. Here are some standouts when it comes to onboard shopping.
Travel Troubleshooter: Help! My River Cruise Transfers Are Sunk
A traveler thinks that transfers are included in his river cruise package, thanks to the company's vague promotional copy. Will the cruise company cover the costs to help keep this…
Five Nights in the Dominican Republic, from $559 With Air
Save about $325 by booking this air-inclusive Dominican Republic package, which includes five nights at a new resort in Puerto Plata.
Four-Night Lisbon Getaway, from $1,169 with Air
This Lisbon deal includes airfare, four nights' hotel, a full-day city tour, and more. Get the convenience of a package, but enjoy the freedom to explore on your own.
That's Ridiculous! Why Won't Airlines Cover Stolen Computers?
Even after you pay your airline extra money to check a bag, domestic airlines don't have to compensate you for lost, damaged, or stolen electronics. Isn't that ridiculous?
Is TSA's 10th Birthday Cause for Celebration?
Has the TSA made air travel more secure or more miserable? Experts sound off as the TSA turns 10.
Travel Troubleshooter: Booked For One Night, Charged For Two
A one-night stay a motel turns into a headache after a traveler is charged for two nights. Does the company owe her a refund and an apology?
4 Ways to Save on a Disney Cruise
Check out these four easy ways to enjoy a Disney Cruise without busting your vacation budget.
10 Survival Tips for Holiday Travel
Whether you're jetting off on a beach vacation or heading home for the holidays, use these 10 foolproof strategies to battle the crowds and make your flight more bearable.
Six Nights in Beijing & Shanghai, from $899 With Air
You'll save nearly $1,000 this winter by booking this two-city escorted tour that includes airfare and six nights' hotel split between Beijing and Shanghai.
That's Ridiculous! Stuck at the Airport Because of Luggage Fees
A traveler who couldn't afford to pay baggage fees spent eight days sleeping at the airport. Was this passenger's experience an unusual incident, or should the airline have disclosed…
5 Easy Tips for Getting a Russian Visa
Getting a visa is straightforward for most international destinations. But you might need a little help when traveling to some countries, such as Russia. Here's what to expect when…
Travel Troubleshooter: The Ticket Vouchers That Never Were
An online travel agency issues travel vouchers that can't be redeemed by this frustrated traveler. Will this traveler be able to reclaim the value of these airline vouchers?
That's Ridiculous! Form Letters that Fail
A tour company in Rome leaves a traveler hanging at the airport. In an age of form letters, does the online travel agency owe her a personalized response -- and a refund -- for the…
Another Tax on Air Travel? It's Nonsense
Would a proposed surcharge for air traffic control services mean higher taxes for passengers? And how much more are passengers willing to pay before flying becomes the last resort?
Travel Troubleshooter: A Broken Vacation Club Promise
A salesman promises to help a traveler with a reservation but is unable to fulfill the offer. Is the company obligated to honor that verbal promise?
Holiday Travel: How to Earn Bonus Frequent-Flier Miles
Planning to shop online for holiday gifts? Remember to access a retailer's website via an airline's shopping mall website -- you could earn extra frequent-flier miles.
That's Ridiculous! Just Who Does the TSA Think It Is?
A 72-year-old traveler recounts a ridiculous ordeal through one of TSA's full-body scanners, leaving air travelers everywhere to wonder: 'Just who does the TSA think it is?'