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Traveling the U.S: A Catalogue of State Tourism Offices

You'll find a multitude of money-saving resources (including coupons and special promotions), maps, suggested itineraries, calendars of events and more.

Article / Hotels

Bag a Bed at a Bargain Price: Hotels Drop Rates Across the U.S.

According to the Travel Industry Association of America, 40 percent of Americans who travel take short trips of one to two nights, and a majority of us travel within our region, many…

Article / Hotels

Frugal Tips for France: Bundle Air and Hotel or Opt for an Apartment of One's Own to Stay Within your Budget

With the dollar remaining anemic against the euro and airfares and hotel rates slowly ascending in price, it's a wise move to take advantage of combinations -- or to skip hotels all…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Four Wheels for Less: Relocate Rental Cars or Roam the Country at Will in an RV

As things start to heat up in the southern states in locations like Florida and Arizona, several car companies need to move their excess fleet to cooler northern and western…

Article / Air Travel

Our Best Buys for the Beaches of Bermuda

Its close proximity to the U.S. east coast makes it a natural choice for those looking for a sophisticated island destination with crystal clear waters, pink sandy beaches, world class…

Article / Air Travel

See What's New in Las Vegas with Old-Fashioned Tricks to Save

Sin City's landscape continues to evolve with old buildings razed to make way for new luxury properties, upscale eateries popping up all over and shows getting more extravagant and…

Article / Air Travel

Roam Romania for Cheap with Prices on Fares and Tours that Won't Bleed you Dry

It's a stunning country with perfectly preserved medieval cities and is extremely affordable with Eastern European prices for quality hotels, dining experiences and tours. You just…

Article / Air Travel

Poi-fect Packages: Five-Nights' Air and Hotel from $475 on Oahu

Pleasant Holidays has placed several combos on sale to the 50th state covering most expenses up front for all five islands, while Hawaiian Airlines holds a sale of its own.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Gather Round and Lisbon Up: We've Got Savvy Savings to Portugal

Spring and summer in Europe brings the promise of fine food enjoyed al fresco and glorious weather. For a whole lot of Europe in a petite package, Portugal is an extremely appealing…

Article / Hotels

Arid, Extra Dry & Exotic: Consider the Off-Beat with a Desert Vacation

A vacation in a desert can rival the unfamiliarity of an African safari, a float down the Amazon or an expedition to the Arctic. Believe it or not, North America has four desert…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

A Weekend of Hope Offers Cancer Patients and Survivors Rest, Research and Reflection in Stowe, Vermont

Designed as a way for cancer patients, survivors and close family members to come together and learn, relax, and support one another in a beautiful setting, Weekend of Hope has grown…

Article / Cruise

Offshore and On, A Primer for Viewing Alaska's Abundant Wildlife

Heading to Alaska this summer? If so, you'll be seeing some critters for sure. Large mammals other than mankind still rule most of Alaska, and even in urban Anchorage it's not uncommon…

Article / Cruise

A Bermuda Cruise is a Breeze from the East Coast

A great cruise, without flying anywhere first, is my idea of travel nirvana. If you live near New York, Boston, Philadelphia or Baltimore, British-flavored Bermuda fits the bill.

Article / Cruise

Now Voyager Depart, Better Informed with the Latest Cruise News

Disney heads to Europe, Princess and MSC continue to expand their fleets, Carnival adds a route to Greece, Regent Seven Seas stays current with Da Vinci Code tours and more in this…

Article / Air Travel

Fare is Found: Big Discounts on Flights Like $424 to Buenos Aires and More

This week's major round-ups unearths last-minute specials to Paris, Bogota & Punta Cana; longer-term sales to London, Dublin, Buenos Aires, Delhi and Mumbai; plus student discounts…

Article / Hotels

Cost-Conscious Costa Rica: Eight Days from $1,089 for Air, Hotels, Tours and More

Nestled between Panama and Nicaragua, Costa Rica is rich with diverse opportunities for travelers -- from beach activities such as surfing and diving to ecologically minded expeditions…

Article / Air Travel

Rush to Book Seats with this Unadvertised Airfare War

There's a major fare war going on between Continental and USAir. It's a true St. Patrick's Day massacre.

Article / Air Travel

Airlines are Scrounging for Ways to Increase Revenue

First it was food, then blankets and pillows and now it seems that flyers have to pay extra for legroom. If the airlines have their way, soon passengers will be pouring their own…

Article / Air Travel

Bonjour, Montreal: Cheap Fares and Reduced Room Rates Make this Charming City Shine even More

Get the latest on what's happening in the second-largest French-speaking city in the world.

Article / Air Travel

Biz Fares from $750 Round-Trip to London from Noo Yawk; $999 from D.C.

For a short time, MaxJet is selling super fares on business class from NYC and D.C. to London that beat other carriers' economy-class fares during the peak summer season.

Article / Packages

The Slopes Get Hotter, Prices, too, as Spring Approaches

Springtime holds a special place in skiers' hearts. Pushing down the pang brought on by the end of the season, you can still get the most out of the slopes flying down mountains in…

Article / Air Travel

What's New in Travel Websites and Search Engines

A handful of new travel search engines and other interesting travel resources have popped up recently, aiming to fill the gaps that the bigger companies leave in their wake, clamoring…

Article / Packages

Get with the Prague-gram: Plan Now for Air and Hotel Packages for Spring and Fall

There is a mystique and majesty about the capital of the Czech Republic. Perhaps it's the physical beauty of Prague, with its classical architecture, cobblestone streets and impressive…

Article / Cruise

It's All New, New, New in Cruise News

Radisson rebrands; Carnival pushes into China; under pressure, cruise lines release onboard crime stats; HAL launches a 4th Vista class ship; and much much more.

Article / Cruise

Size Matters: We Take Measure of Boats Small, Medium, Large and Then Some

The majority of cruise ships out there are huge, bustling affairs that sail 7-night (or shorter) cruises to warm weather destinations. Plenty of people love the buzz of big. But if the…