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Can I Sea Some ID? The ABCs of Cruise Line Age Policies
If you happen to be a civilized teen looking to cruise solo with a friend or two, you're basically out of luck. Here are the age policies of the major lines.
It's Like Christmas in DC: Flights All Around!
April 7, 2004 -- Washington, D.C.'s Reagan National Airport is one of only four airports in the country where flights are restricted by federal law.Airlines must go through a…
JetBlue, AA Face Off In Caribbean: They Fight, You Win
April 7, 2004 -- Much-loved discounter JetBlue has just started flights to the Dominican Republic, and that has American Airlines nervous. The result: A fare war to please…
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…
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…
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,"…
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…
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.
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,…
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.
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.
Sign Us Up! Add Your Honeymoon to that Gift Registry
The latest item gaining popularity on bridal registries is the honeymoon.
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…
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;…
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…
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…
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.
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…
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…
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…
Budget Hotels Ascend With New Frequent-Stay Program
Cendant has merged its multiple loyalty programs into one efficient über-reward system.
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…
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…
Recommended Package Tour Operators
We've highlighted some of our favorites companies that offer consistently high-quality products and outstanding customer service.
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.