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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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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.
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Yo, Ho, Ho, Ho! Hitting the High Seas for the Holidays
October 27, 2004 -- Tis the season to be sailing... There's nothing quite like spending the holidays on the high seas. Even on the newest, splashiest ships, the mood is warm and fuzzy.…
Stay Afloat with the Latest Cruise News
The cruise industry is consistenly inconsistent -- but in a good way. Lines retire the old and bring out the new in way of itineraries, ships, activities and services. We're here to…
Settle in Snowy Scandi-Save-ia: Air & Hotel Start from $519
October 27, 2004 -- Although Scandinavia in summer has its undeniable charms, in winter it shows its true face, the one we associate with Santa Claus, reindeer, cross country skiing,…
Celebration Savings for Manhattan Hotels
October 27, 2004 -- Today marks the 100th anniversary of the opening of New York City's first subway line. Several area hotels are offering a big "Happy Birthday!" with discounts in…
Giddy' Up: Around the World in Five Horse Races
October 27, 2004 -- Some of the world's most prestigious horse races have a lot more to offer than horses and betting. Most are international events with boasting festivals, parades,…