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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…

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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.

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5 Insider's Tips for Finding the Best Cruise Deals

Getting the best cruise deal boils down to luck—being at the right place at the right time—and strategy. Find the cruise of your dreams at a price you can brag about with…

Article / Miscellaneous

Shop 'Til You Drop: International Retail Therapy

It may seem strange for a woman to admit, but I actually hate shopping when I'm at home. The thought of trudging around the city or enduring a suburban shopping mall is my idea of…

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How to See the Planet and Save It at the Same Time

Travel pollutes, but the solution isn't to stay home, huddling under furs in your unheated house while you snack on cold canned food. Instead, an industry has emerged that helps you…

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Don't Rely on the Luck of the Irish: Plan Ahead for St. Pat's Day

With St. Patrick's Day and spring approaching, it's a great time to visit the Emerald Isle. We've looked over copious amount of deals to Ireland and found ones that offer a variety of…

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10 Ways to Make a Cruise More Romantic

Our favorite Hallmark holiday is nearly upon us. Let's take a moment to ponder the ten most romantic things about a cruise.

Article / Entry Requirements & Customs

Love Beyond Valentine's Day: Cruise Line Romance, Wedding & Honeymoon Packages

For those who want to say 'I love you' on a cruise ship, the cruise lines have a whole menu of options for every stage of the courting dance, from 'please, baby, please' to 'I do.'

Article / Health, Insurance, Security

Travel Insurance Tips From a Broken-Thumbed Tourist

Fortunately for global travelers, the travel health insurance options are many and, not surprisingly, widely available on the Internet. Best of all, travel insurance includes many more…

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Last Minute Valentine's Day Escapes from $34 Each Way

There are plenty of last-minute options available at various places for those who have forgotten that Valentine's Day is less than two weeks away.

Article / Hotels

Cozy Cabin Winter Specials at U.S. State Parks

Both those who love the winter cold and those who seek to escape it can agree that a warm, cozy cabin on a chilly January night is a wonderful thing. To celebrate the season, state…

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How Low Can You Go? Low Season Discounts to Dozens of Destinations

How much can traveling in low season really save you? Quite a lot actually so you may want to consider being flexible with your travel dates to snag the following bargains over the…

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See More and More of America for Less and Less

Whether it's a last-minute travel deal or a mid-week or long weekend specials, travelers can take advantage of plenty of money-saving options for touring within the United States.

Article / Cruise

How to See Southeast Asia By Boat

So you've decided you want to see the Far East by ship. Smart move: a cruise is an excellent way to get an overview of the region. From the stunning temples to the golden Buddhas,…

Article / Hotels

European Tour Prices Drop Like Winter Temperatures

Off-season travel to western Europe is in full swing: from the UK to Vienna, deals on all-inclusive package tours are available that help take the sting out of the dollar's declining…

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Smart Spring Break Trips that Won't Break the Bank (or the Law)

Spring break: These two words conjure up images of hedonism, hot weather, and very little clothing. But rest assured, there are plenty of opportunities for those whose interests have…

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First Look: NCL's Norwegian Pearl

The line's latest ship deftly trumpets the experience that years of planning and discipline have now molded into the now-iconic NCL pattern: a mix of classy and fun spaces, awesome…

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What Happens on a Two-Week Down Under Exploration

On a two-week cruise from Auckland to Sydney, Holland America's un-mega ship Statendam proves to be a throwback to more elegant times.

Article / Hotels

Alternative Accommodations: Sleep in New York City For Less

By and large, hotels in Gotham charge more than hotels anywhere else in America -- an average of $250 per night. Though I admit this unpleasant fact, I'm not discouraged by it.…

Article / Entry Requirements & Customs

Passport Rules Change January 23: Get the Facts

Be ready: Starting January 23, all persons, including U.S. citizens, who are entering or re-entering the United States and traveling by air between the United States and Canada,…

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Four Nights in Tuscany from $669 with Airfare

Whether you've dreamed of sipping Italian wine in Chianti, finding your way through the labyrinth of catacombs in Rome, or just itching to overpay for a gondola ride in Venice, the…

Article / Hotels

Get Away With the Girls to Italy, Chile, Mexico and the U.S.A.

Call them gender-exclusive vacations. Call them trips for women only. Or call them girlfriend getaways. No matter what you call them, the impetus is pretty much the same -- sometimes,…

Article / Air Travel

Top Ten Tips on Saving Money on Airfares

For the last, oh, 10 or so years the staff of Airfarewatchdog has been gathering tips on how to find low fares using the Internet. The rules of the game keep changing, but we've…

Article / Cruise

11 Ports That Your Kids Will Love

We parents like to pretend we're in charge. But letÂ?s come clean already: Our kids rule the roost. Here are eleven of the world's best ports for keeping them happy.

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Luxe Lines Tout New Programs, Speakers and Theme Cruises

Sail with a mainstream line and you get beer, Bob Marley, boa-wearing showgirls, and maybe a few bars of Beethoven. Sail with one of the ultra-luxury lines and you get . . . NPR's…