Tag: Travel
12 of the Most Bizarre Museums in the U.S.
Karla Bowsher on August 8, 2016
There just might be a museum for every fancy — whether you love pinball, the kazoo or dollhouses.
How Online Travel Agencies Influence Your Hotel Bookings
Christopher Elliott on August 2, 2016
A practice called “dimming” — which stems from conflicts between hotels and booking sites — may prevent you from seeing the best deals.
Airfares Continue to Head South
Karla Bowsher on August 1, 2016
Airline ticket prices are continuing their descent, reaching six-year lows.
Airlines Now Must Refund Fees for Lost, Delayed Bags
Karla Bowsher on July 29, 2016
You might get your checked-baggage fee back the next time your suitcase is delayed or lost.
Say ‘Bon Voyage’ to Credit Card Foreign-Transaction Fees
Karla Bowsher on July 29, 2016
The number of fees charged by credit cards is dropping, according to a new study.
7 Employers That Will Pay for Your Vacations
Karla Bowsher on July 27, 2016
Many workplace benefits are dying out, but a few gems remain — including vacation stipends.
5 Ways to Make Sure Your New Car Is Teen-Driver Friendly
Nancy Dunham on July 26, 2016
You can buy a car the whole family can safely drive if you follow a few guidelines.
How Low Can They Go? Gas Prices Make Summer Driving Cheap
Krystal Steinmetz on July 25, 2016
Americans are enjoying the lowest summer gas prices in 12 years. Here’s what analysts predict for the coming months.
Tired of Walking? Motorized Suitcase Zips You Through the Airport
Karla Bowsher on July 25, 2016
The Modobag is a motorized suitcase designed to get you through the airport three times faster than walking.
10 Ways to Save Up to 60 Percent on a Hotel Stay
Maryalene LaPonsie on July 25, 2016
Planning a summer getaway? We reveal 10 easy ways to find rock-bottom hotel prices.
Want to Attend the Rio Olympics? Some Tickets Are Getting Downright Cheap
Krystal Steinmetz on July 21, 2016
Find out how (and why) you can get tickets to some Olympic events for as little as $15.
FAA Bill Is ‘Amazing Win’ for Travelers
Christopher Elliott on July 21, 2016
A new funding bill offers surprising improvements for traveling families, a stab at shortening the wait time at TSA security checkpoints and some relief on bag fees.
Top Tips for Faking a Tan Without Frying Your Wallet
Karla Bowsher on July 19, 2016
You can darken your skin with a bronzer or self-tanner on the cheap if you know which products to buy. Here are some tips.
The Other Way American Airlines Is Quietly Changing Its Rewards Program
Krystal Steinmetz on July 18, 2016
Besides moving to airfare-based rewards, AAdvantage will have another (unannounced) change — and it’s a downgrade for most customers.
Why You Will Find Fewer Flights to the UK Soon
Karla Bowsher on July 14, 2016
The favorable exchange rate has made a trip to Britain more affordable. But catching a flight might be more challenging in the wake of “Brexit.”
How to Avoid the Dreaded Middle Seat on the Plane
Christopher Elliott on July 13, 2016
Check out these savvy travelers’ strategies for getting the airplane seats they want without paying extra.
A New Menace Joins the List of Problems for Rio Olympics
Krystal Steinmetz on July 5, 2016
Another health hazard threatens athletes competing in the upcoming Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
The Most Expensive Days and Months to Fly
Karla Bowsher on June 30, 2016
A combination of patience and planning can cut your travel costs, a new study finds.
JetBlue Rolls Out Reward Points ‘Deal of the Year’
Krystal Steinmetz on June 28, 2016
In a bid to lure passengers, the airline is offering to match or better the points of frequent flyer accounts. Here’s how it works.
Expect Crowded Roads This Holiday Weekend
Karla Bowsher on June 28, 2016
Roads will be packed over the Independence Day weekend, but there is a bit of good news.
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