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Article / Air Travel

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…

Article / Entry Requirements & Customs

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…

Article / Air Travel

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?

Article / Air Travel

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…

Article / Air Travel

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?

Article / Hotels

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?

Article / Air Travel

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.

Article / Air Travel

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?'

Article / Air Travel

Three-Night Las Vegas Vacation, from $279 with Air

Save nearly $60 per person with this cheap Las Vegas trip, which includes airfare and three nights' hotel.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Amtrak Discounts: How to Book Cheap Train Tickets

Use these updated Amtrak discount codes, train ticket promotions, and links to save up to 25% off regular train ticket prices.

Article / Air Travel

Holiday Travel: Will Flight Prices Drop?

If you haven't purchased your holiday flights yet, here are some tips on how to nab the lowest airfare prices.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Travel Troubleshooter: Broadsided By Mandatory Car Rental Insurance

A traveler feels duped after an online travel agency did not disclose mandatory charges for a car rental. What went wrong with this reservation?

Article / Cruise

How to Get the Best Spa Experience at Sea

Want to relax? Here are nine ways to help you score a spa deal while on a cruise.

Article / Air Travel

10 Ways to Avoid Being That Annoying Airline Passenger

It's easy to complain about rude airline passengers, but haven't we all committed an airline etiquette faux pas at some point? Here are 10 ways to get through your next flight without…

Article / Air Travel

5 Best Websites for Tracking Loyalty Programs

Overwhelmed by all those loyalty programs for airlines, hotel chains, and car rental companies? These five rewards-tracking sites monitor your account balances and remind you before…

Article / Air Travel

That's Ridiculous! Travel is Going to the Dogs -- and It's Our Fault

Travelers with pets are passionate and vocal, but where is that outrage when it comes to the inhumane conditions that human passengers sometimes have to endure?

Article / Air Travel

Three-Night Orlando Vacation, from $295 With Air

Save nearly $140 per person by booking this three-night Orlando deal, which includes airfare and hotel. Air-inclusive packages to Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Palm Beach, Key West, and…

Article / Money and Fees

Travel Troubleshooter: Priceline Promised to Refund My Package

A traveler notices a typo on a booking, calls customer service, and gets the OK by phone to get a refund if he rebooks everything. Will trying to fix the typo end up being an expensive…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

That's Ridiculous! A "False Choice" at the Car Rental Counter

Are agents at rental agencies trying to help by selling you optional car insurance? Or are their aggressive tactics just another sign that companies love to charge extra fees?

Article / Air Travel

Six-Night Rome & Florence Vacation, from $655 With Air

Save about $225 per person by booking this winter trip to Rome and Florence, which includes airfare, six nights' hotel, two city tours, and more.

Article / Air Travel

Need a Flight? Just Google It

Will Google Flight Search's recent launch create more opportunities for travelers to find low airfares? Or will Google just be one more site that travelers need to check when…

Article / Air Travel

Travel Troubleshooter: Am I Stuck with This $378 Phone Bill?

A traveler misses a tight connecting flight in Europe and is forced to rack up a huge phone bill while trying to rebook. Will the online travel agency that sold him an impossible…

Article / Air Travel

Why It's Time to Stop Dreaming About Low Fares

Kiss those cheap cross-country airfares good-bye. Given all the rumors that American Airlines may file bankruptcy, here is a closer look at how travelers could be impacted yet again by…

Article / Air Travel

Four-Night Costa Rica Vacation, from $749 with Air

Simplify your trip planning with this affordable Costa Rica vacation, which includes airfare, four nights' hotel, a five-day car rental, and breakfast daily.

Article / Air Travel

That's Ridiculous! Low-cost Airlines that Cost More

Savvy travelers know that it always pays to compare airfares among several airlines. If you're not careful, you may actually end up paying higher prices on low-cost carriers like…