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Great Meals, Shopping and Antiques in . . . Atlantic City?

It had been at least three years since I'd ventured down the Garden State Parkway towards Atlantic City (AC). Of course I was curious to revisit several casinos and see first hand what…

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Check Our Holiday Calendar For Best Days to Fly

You're not imagining things: holiday airfares are higher this year than last. But there are ways to get the lowest possible fares, and ways to make the best of a miserable peak-day…

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Help with Converting Currency, ATMs and Other Traveling Financial Nightmares

Just when you thought that the banks and credit card companies couldn't get any greedier, now they are determined to make your overseas dream vacation even more expensive.

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What to See on a Sightseeing Spree That's Free (or Nearly so) in London

London has a deserved reputation of being one of the most expensive cities in the world. Those in the know about London will tell you it isn't a problem -- there are plenty of things…

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Keep Your Cool in Hot New York City for Free (or Next to Nothing)

While nearly every moment spent in New York far outweighs any travel difficulties, breaks from the heat that don't cost an arm and a leg (or anything at all) can be found all over the…

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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…

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Budget Hotels Ascend With New Frequent-Stay Program

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

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Dollars Looking Limp? Take Them South

As the dollar falls, there are still places where you can get more bang for your American buck.

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Big Ideas for Hawaii, the Big Island

If you're planning a trip to Hawaii, the Big Island, here are some of our suggestions.

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Silver Wings Means Spectacular Savings for Seniors

Depending on your destination, United Airline's Silver Wings Plus program can save 'seniors' serious bucks.

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Tips From the Publisher: Traveling Light

Helpful hints before you go.

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What to Do if Your Wallet Gets Stolen

How to be prepared in a tough situation.

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Credit Cards

What you need to know before you charge it.

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Traveler's Checks

The ins and outs of traveler's checks.

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Tip: Tipping Made Easy

Always be prepared with quick access to small bills and change.

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ATMs

Automated Teller Machines provide convenient access to your accounts all around the world.

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Currency Abroad

How to get the currency you need for your destination.