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Winter in Benelux: Chill Savings Sprout for Brussels, Holland and More

November 22, 2004 -- Traditional European winter destinations usually include your standard England, Italy and France or perhaps a ski trip to the Alps. Why not consider the Benelux…

Article / Packages

Chilly Up Here, Eh? Winter Retreats to Frosty and Frolicsome Canada

November 19, 2004 -- Canadians suffer their winters by braving them defiantly and in public -- taking to the outdoors on skates and skis, in furs and downs, with the friendliest, most…

Article / Cruise

The Real Cost of Cruising

Initial prices are indeed the lowest they've been in years, but you'll still need to figure in all the extras you can be charged once you're onboard ship.

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What's New and News in Cruising

Learn about the restoration of an classic explorer, free legs to Beijing, Melissa Etheridge performances, a family vacation sweepstakes and more in this cruise news roundup.

Article / Miscellaneous

Holiday Travel Gifts for Your Fellow Global Traveler

To give you a head start on shopping, here are three of our favorite purveyors of travel goods and merchandise.

Article / Air Travel

Consumers Group Says: Shop Abroad for Foreign Airfares

A recent report by a consortium of consumer advocates found that U.S. and U.K. sites often lag behind Belgian and German online travel agents in finding the lowest fares. Where should…

Article / Air Travel

Go East to Ski Behind the Former Iron Curtain

November 18, 2004 -- It's that time of the year and you are planning your annual ski trip. You're looking online, reminiscing about that favorite season in Aspen in the 90's or that…

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Affjördable Smorgasbord: Off-Season Scandinavia

November 18, 2004 -- The Scandinavian winter has its charms, beyond the powdery slopes, frigid fjörds, and pickled fish available year-round. Chief among them is discounted prices that…

Article / Air Travel

Sail Away to Sunny Catalina

November 12, 2004 -- Most travelers to Southern California see Catalina Island as a day trip. Hop on a high-speed ferry, bring your walking shoes and check out a charming town rich in…

Article / Air Travel

Over the River and Through the Woods: Tips to Take the Sting Out of Winter Holiday Travel Planning

Whether you're traveling by car or plane, a well-planned trip is much more likely to be a pleasant trip.

Article / Air Travel

Nicaragua: Unspoiled and Open for Business

November 11, 2004 -- Bordered by Honduras to the north and Costa Rica to the South and stretching between the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea, Nicaragua forms the heart of Central…

Article / Air Travel

Dutch Treats: Wonderful Winter Escapes to The Netherlands (and Nearby Neighbors)

November 11, 2004 -- Spend even a few moments in Holland during the chilly months and you'll discover the mastery of Rembrandt and Vermeer. The diffused light so prominent in their…

Article / Hotels

Whistling Down the Slopes in Whistler

November 11, 2004 -- Whistler is to Canada what Aspen and Vail are to United States. Add an Olympic Games only 6 years away to Canada's British Columbia and you have an increase in…

Article / Cruise

There's Something for Everyone: A Grab Bag of Cruise News

We've got Julie Andrews, kosher cruises, diving programs and more in this latest collection. You can't get more eclectic a mix than that.

Article / Cruise

Toddlers on Board: The Best Ships for Toting the Tots

What does it take to make a cruise with under-3s reasonably enjoyable? It's no small feat when two isn't always terribly cute.

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Same-Sex Sailings: A Threat to the Status Quo?

According to a recent poll, forty-eight percent of women have taken women-only vacations, and nearly 90 percent seriously consider it. The question is, would similar numbers of men…

Article / Air Travel

Paradise Found, Just A Little Farther Away

November 9, 2004 -- We all dream of the elusive perfect paradise location -- pristine beaches, crystal clear water, sunsets behind swaying palm trees, exotic food and few people. Once…

Article / Air Travel

Personal Upgrades: Flying Business for Pleasure, not Work

November 5, 2004 -- Why should the men and women in suits have all the fun and all the luxury? Business class used to be the domain of the rich and brief-cased, but today, with online…

Article / Air Travel

ATA Goes Under: Who Will Come to Your Rescue?

When ATA, the nation's tenth-largest airline, declared bankruptcy on October 26, they marked a nasty milestone: the first airline bankruptcy in two years that travelers actually have…

Article / Air Travel

Tee-Off or Lie Back in Luxury at Resort-Heavy Palm Springs

November 2, 2004 -- Boasting over one hundred area golf courses and almost as many resorts, Palm Springs is back as a leading American vacation destination. Once considered tired and…

Article / Miscellaneous

New Tools of the Trade: Redefining Online Booking Options

Make way for the travel aggregators. They don't sell anything, but they do point you in the right direction of sites that do.

Article / Hotels

Second City Savings: Chicago Cuts Costs to Lure Holiday Shoppers and Wintertime Travelers

October 28, 2004 -- Chicago kicks off its annual "Winter Delights" tourism promotion on November 20, with special hotel rates until December 31, 2004, followed by two more months of…

Article / Air Travel

Global Calendar of Worldly Wonders, November to February

October 28, 2004 -- Winter brings a multitude of international festivals and events, so we've selected a few of the more unique northern hemisphere celebrations to point you in the…

Article / Air Travel

Beantown Markdowns: Hotels and Airfare Go South for the Winter

October 28, 2004 -- Boston has great reason to celebrate. The Red Sox have won, finally, after an 86-year drought. On Tuesday, native son John Kerry makes a run for the leader of the…

Article / Cruise

A Seachange from Cheap to Cheaper for Upcoming Cruises

October 27, 2004 -- We've rounded up what we believe are the most interesting offers out there: budget-priced deals, luxury lines, discounted steamboat journeys, free airfare and…