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What To Do With 5,000 Frequent-Flier Miles
Don't let your frequent-flier miles expire. Even infrequent fliers can redeem small amounts of miles for magazine subscriptions, gift cards, and other swag.
That's Ridiculous! Hotels Eye Airline-like Rebooking Fees
Hotels already charge nonrefundable rates, so can gratuitous rebooking fees be too far away?
9-Day South American Tour, from $2,099 with Air
Scratch Machu Picchu and Iguazu Falls off your bucket list by booking this convenient tour, which includes airfare, eight nights' hotel, and more.
Travel Troubleshooter: Whose Car Rental Bill is This, Please?
A traveler's truck rental goes south after the car rental company charges him months later for damage that he didn't do. Will this traveler have to pay, or did the company mess up?
That's Ridiculous! Oops, I Forgot to Check My Credit Card Statement
By the time irate travelers make public pleas for a refund, travel companies may have already given back the money. If only travelers bothered to check their credit card statements…
TSA's New Behavior Detection: 'Casual Conversation' -- Or Racial Profiling?
Will the TSA's new behavior-detection program improve travelers' safety, or will the series of questions simply hinder travelers going through airport security?
Survival Tips for Plane Crashes & Other Accidents
Locate the safest seat on the airplane, plus learn how to improve your odds of surviving in the event of a plane evacuation.
Travel Troubleshooter: Help, My Amtrak Tickets Were Accidentally Canceled
A traveler's refund is stonewalled when neither the train company or credit card company will step up. Will Amtrak or American Express come through?
Three Nights in Maui, from $485 With Air
Save almost $150 this fall by booking this three-night Maui vacation package, which includes airfare and hotel.
How to Research and Book a Hotel Online
Find the basic building blocks of an online hotel search in our roundup of social sites and metasearch engines.
Will Lie-Flat Airline Seats Create a Snoring Epidemic?
Airlines and flyers may love the comfort of seats that go flat, but what happens when your seat mate closes his eyes and lets the snores out?
Travel Troubleshooter: My Wife Declined the Insurance, Then Signed For It
A traveler's wife declines optional car insurance but is still charged for it. Why do so many rental contracts seem so deceptive?
Flying 10 Years After 9-11: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Our flying expert looks at how airline security, fees, and satisfaction have changed in the decade since 9-11.
London, Paris & Rome, from $1,499 with Air
Spend three nights in each city with this Go-Today package that includes airfare, hotel, train tickets, and breakfast daily.
How to Protect Your Luggage From Being Pilfered
Should airlines or the TSA be accountable for the items that are stolen from checked bags? Plus, try these clever tactics to keep your valuables safe in checked luggage.
Hurricane Travel Season: How to Cope With Canceled Flights & Interrupted Cruises
Traveling during hurricane season? Brush up on what is covered by travel insurance and learn how cruises can be impacted by bad weather.
Travel Troubleshooter: Help! I've Been 'Walked' To a Motel
A traveler is turned away from an overbooked hotel and sent to a decidedly less posh property. Can she get a refund?
Best Smartphone Apps for Offline Use
Wi-Fi hotspots in airports and cafes may seem ubiquitous, but when you're traveling it's often tough to find a place to get online. Here are six apps that get you what you need, no…
That's Ridiculous! Pet Travel and Owners' Responsibilities
When it comes to deciding whether or not to take your pet on a trip, don't fall into the trap of thinking that they're people too.
6 Offbeat Theme Cruises: Harleys, Klingons & KISS
Six itineraries where the devoted and the delusional float their way along a fan's journey.
Foursquare and Twitter for Travelers: How to Stay Safe
Location-based web services can be a boon for travelers, but there are steps you should take to avoid creeps and other unwanted intrusions.
Travel Troubleshooter: I Didn't Smoke. What Are You Smoking?
Our reader is hit by a $250 cleaning fee for smoking in his hotel room. Problem is, he doesn't smoke. What options does he have?
Can You Trust the New Trusted-Traveler Program?
Will the TSA's new trusted-traveler program increase efficiency at airport security checkpoints, or will the program simply treat nonmembers as second-class passengers?
Travel Troubleshooter: My Fiance Walked Out on Me -- Can I Get a Refund?
Does a broken engagement mean this traveler will be stuck paying for the canceled honeymoon?
Last-Minute Planning: Best Websites for Travelers
Where do you turn when you need a deal at the last minute? Our expert serves up results for travelers searching for hotel and airfare bargains.