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It's No Secret: Break The Code For Low Amtrak Fares

September 22, 2003 -- The key to low Amtrak fares is knowing the codes. The national railroad has various semi-secret discount codes which give riders from 5 to 20 percent off trains…

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Everything Old Is New Again at Royal Caribbean and Carnival

What do you do when you're sick of your wardrobe? You call in five gay guys to consult on a new one, right? That's sort of what Royal Caribbean and Carnival have done with their older…

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Safety at Sea in the New World (Dis)Order

The cruise lines, port authorities, and the U.S. Coast Guard have all been tackling the safety issues and have implemented several new security measures designed to keep cruisers safe…

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More Adventure Packages: A Budget Tour in Ancient Egypt and a Humanitarian Expedition Through Thailand

September 15, 2003 -- Who are you today: a big-hearted caretaker or the one in need of some TLC? If you not quite sure, just flip the coin and choose between two very different, yet…

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I See London, I See France: Cheap Railfares (and Fast Trains) Make the Continent a Daytrip out of England

September 15, 2003 -- Fares to London are getting absurdly low this fall and winter. As we reported last week, we've seen airfares as low as $186 from New York and $309 from the West…

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Into Thin Eire: Land-Only Escorted Tours through the Irish Countryside

September 12, 2003 -- As the threat of winter air approaches, prices shrivel up on European travel. Case in point: CIE Tours International's blarney bargain to Ireland starts from just…

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Hello, Dalai Lama: Exotic Asia and the Subcontinent by Rail, Boat and Plane

September 8, 2003 -- As our planet grows into a truly global village, it becomes increasingly difficult to find the undiscovered, rarely-scene or truly exotic. (Face it -- someone has…

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All the News Afloat: Current Cruise Industry Happenings

We've got the latest on a trial run for a new Costa ship, educational excursions in design and a recurrence of an illness driving a cruise back to port.

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Frommer's Cruise Spotlight: Holland America Line

We take a look at one of the leading premium cruise operators, offering outstanding service and dining aboard mostly traditional-feeling ships, and for a lower price than you'd think,…

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Savings at Sea: What the Online Sellers Are Offering

September 5, 2003 -- Here are some of the best deals the major online sellers are advertising this week. Cruises are capacity-controlled and offers may be withdrawn at any…

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Go Between the Horns with Holiday Weekends Away from Home

August 29, 2003 -- People who celebrate Christmas and Thanksgiving are one of two groups of people; those who travel to visit relatives and those relatives who receive the travelers in…

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Critical Mass (Transit): Yes, There's a Bus That Goes There

This definitive site has a terrific set of links organized by state and city, covering even the tiniest towns and most obscure ancillary and private transit systems in America.

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Don't Let High Gas Prices Ruin Labor Day Plans

Roadtripping this weekend? Read this first to uncover tips for saving at the pump.

Article / Hotels

Yule Love These Holiday Lodging Discounts

September 3, 2003 -- We told you earlier about some great ways to save on lodgings for Christmasy, wintery travel. Now we're back to tell you about two more groups offering reduced…

Article / Air Travel

Sky Hounds: How to Maximize Your Frequent Flier Mileage, Part IV

The final part in a series on the what, why and how to of Frequent Flier Miles. Learn how to shop your way to free flights.

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He's the Professor, You're Gilligan: Cruise Line Lecture Programs

Expand your horizons mentally. We've got an exhaustive roster of the celebrities, intellectuals, politicos and more who'll be speaking on cruises through 2004.

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Radisson Seven Seas to Sell Beloved Song of Flower

Hurry! You've got only until October 15 to enjoy a European cruise on this luxe liner.

Article / Air Travel

Sky Hounds: How to Maximize Your Frequent Flier Mileage, Part III

The third in a series on the what, why and how to of Frequent Flier Miles. Today Sascha Segan reviews earning miles with credit cards.

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Pyramid Scheme: A Sand Dune of Packages to Exotic Egypt

August 20, 2003 -- The folks at Friendly Planet say they haven't seen prices to Egypt as low as this in the 22 years they've been operating tours there. "This" is a package costing…

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Cruise News: Lawsuits and Bibs on the High Seas

Matt Hannafin reports on Celebrity's suit over cancellations caused by problems with some ships' propulsion systems and two new dining programs for children.

Article / Air Travel

Sky Hounds: How to Maximize Your Frequent Flier Mileage, Part II

The second in a series on the what, why and how to of Frequent Flier Miles. In this part, you'll learn about managing your miles and the tricky art of upgrading.

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Sky Hounds: How to Maximize Your Frequent Flier Mileage, Part I

The first in a series on the what, why and how to of Frequent Flier Miles. In this part, Sascha Segan reviews the major carriers' programs and offers some inside tips.

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Rustle Up Some Savings With Fall Foliage Tours

August 11, 2003 -- Fall foliage viewing is getting close, so now's the time to consider a packaged tour, particularly if you want to visit some far-off spot and not drive all the way…

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Become a Euro Star With New Rail Fares and Free Passes

July 30, 2003 -- First-class trains are one of the best ways to get around Europe. Traveling in style and comfort, you can zip in two hours from Paris to Provence, or enjoy breakfast…

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Quick Bytes: Get Yourself Connected at High-Speed Hotels

Thousands of hotels around the world offer high-speed Internet access, and often all you need is a laptop and an Ethernet cable to tap in.