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The High Cost of Getting Where You're Going: Some Modest Proposals

Airfares may be low right now, but it seems like the cost of everything else is going up. Recent news about the upping of cab fares and gas prices promises to be a steady drain on your…

Article / Packages

Unbelievable Iberia: Packages to Spain and Portugal Priced Right

April 2, 2004 -- Three times the size of Illinois (and then some), the Iberian Peninsula contains two countries and every type of terrain imaginable. We've corralled a hefty herd of…

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Low Prices to the Low Countries: Air, Hotels, Tours for Amsterdam, Brussels, Luxembourg and More

April 2, 2004 -- Though the three countries on the northwestern edge of the European mainland are known collectively as Benelux, and the Dutch prefer "The Netherlands" to "Holland,"…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Hertz So Good! Cheap Car Rentals From Florida to the Northeast

April 2, 2004 -- Every spring, flocks of honking geese wend their way north from their winter resting places in Florida. So do flocks of honking rental cars -- and that trend means…

Article / Family & Kids

Stowe, VT Gives Cancer Survivors a "Weekend of Hope"

This resort village offers a weekend of seminars, scenery and camaraderie exclusively for cancer patients and their families, with lodging and some transportation provided free.

Article / Cruise

Celebrity Evolves on New Galapagos Sailings

Celebrity Cruises' new adventure-travel program features small expedition ships and unusual land add-ons. It's a far cry from Celebrity's normal ecological niche in the megaship world,…

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What's Doing in Cruising

We report on Holland's recommended onboard tipping policies, NCL's ship renaming and new itineraries, pre-booking spa appointments online and celebrity lectures rosters.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

A Rail of a Tale: Pros and Cons of Long-Distance Journeys on Amtrak

Sascha Segan recounts what works (and what needs fixing) with our national rail carrier.

Article / Air Travel

Sign Us Up! Add Your Honeymoon to that Gift Registry

The latest item gaining popularity on bridal registries is the honeymoon.

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Magic Card, Magic Kingdom & More

March 22, 2004 -- Dozens of major cities and destinations have booklets of vouchers for saving money when you travel there. A few issue cards that have the same effect, less bulky by…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

Seeing Turkey by Train

The country's rail system is pretty disappointing: it's uncomfortable, inefficient, and not particularly modern. However, if you stick to one or two major routes you should be ok;…

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North American Rail Discounts for Young and Old

March 17, 2003 -- Kids can't drive, students may not have cars, and many seniors might prefer not to drive long distances. Those factors make Amtrak and VIA Rail good choices for…

Article / Air Travel

Airfones Get Cheaper: Is This a Good Thing?

March 15, 2004 -- Rarely do I look at lower prices in the air as a bad thing. But I admit to a little trepidation about one new development: for many people, those seatback phones in…

Article / Cruise

Paying (Relative) Peanuts for Top-Shelf Cruises

It's a different story these days with luxury cruises going for half the typical fare from five years ago.

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Gay Cruise Specialists Offer Community Travel at Sea

A number of agencies offer cruises for gay men and/or lesbians, either chartering a full ship outright or reserving blocks of cabins with cruise lines that are known to be particularly…

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Bargain Argentina: It's Time for Tango Down BA Way

March 10, 2004 -- Plagued by a bad economy, Argentina continues to be an economical place to visit for comparatively richer northerners like us. The nation's tourist industry wants you…

Article / Cruise

Journey Across Asian Paths Less Traveled

March 10, 2004 -- Though Asia is becoming more familiar to seasoned American travelers, big hunks of it remain nearly unknown. Most of the time, that translates to "expensive," but we…

Article / Air Travel

Budget Hotels Ascend With New Frequent-Stay Program

Cendant has merged its multiple loyalty programs into one efficient über-reward system.

Article / Air Travel

The Boys of Spring: Where to See Major League Baseball Teams Get Back in Shape in Florida and Arizona

Summer's not the only time you can enjoy America's pastime. Consider a visit to spring training camps scattered across Florida when you head south or Phoenix when you head southwest to…

Article / Car, Bus, Rail

We Still Know The Codes: New Amtrak and VIA Discounts

March 3, 2004 -- There's something about a low train fare that's magic. Alas, in the train-happy Northeast corridor from Boston to Virginia, those fares can be hard to find. That's why…

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Recommended Package Tour Operators

We've highlighted some of our favorites companies that offer consistently high-quality products and outstanding customer service.

Article / Hotels

Best Hotels Bets in Washington, D.C. on a Budget

Finding an affordable hotel in a capitol can be quite a challenge. But don't despair -- we found the best accommodations for all kinds of travelers.

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Best Hotels Bets in San Francisco on a Budget

Staying at your friends in San Francisco sure cuts the cost of the trip. Just in case you don't have such connections, we prepared a list of accommodations affordable for every pocket.

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Best Hotels Bets in Hawaii on a Budget

Sleeping on the beach can be your choice, but doesn't have to be the only option. We found the best of affordable accommodations in Hawaii just in case you tire of the sand bed.

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Best Hotels Bets in London on a Budget

Accommodations in London vary in type and price. You will find the best of what you're looking for on our 'best bets' list.