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| 12 | by Sean O'Neill | Mexico and Central America, Airfares & Flying |
Budget Travel's Blog
The latest travel news, vacation tips & advice, travel apps, and more
Archive: February 2010
feb
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Are passport prices about to get more expensive?
It's probably wise to buy or renew your passport soon: The price for either service may be going up by $35.
| 8 | by Brad Tuttle | Airport Check-in |
feb
26
NYC: A girl can't live on bread alone
…but two slices of bread with something in between? Now we're talking!
| 3 | by Beth Collins | Food + Drink, Museums, New York City |
feb
25
On the radar: A wry film from a Roman mama's boy
Opening soon in the U.S., "Mid-August Lunch" adds nuance to the stereotypes that Italians love their food and their mamas.
| 3 | by Kate Appleton | Art + Culture, Pop Culture and Travel, Italy, Rome |
feb
25
In Paris, and down at the farm
A livestock festival offers a peek into French culture and a chance to meet Paris's Top Pigeon.
| 0 | by Meg Zimbeck | Art + Culture, France, Paris, Family Travel |
feb
25
Trendspotting: A new family travel site delivers luxe for less
This mother is excited by FamilyGetaway.com, which allows you to bid on vacation packages at deep discounts. The prices always include everyone in your crew, and bidding is quick and easy.
| 8 | by Nina Willdorf | Helpful Websites, Family Travel |
feb
24
Airfare sale! Half off flights
Direct Air, a lesser-known carrier based in Myrtle Beach, S.C., is celebrating its fourth birthday with a sale knocking 50 percent off all flights.
| 8 | by Brad Tuttle | Airfares & Flying, Airlines |
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| 4 | by Justine Sharrock | Food + Drink, Wine, California, San Francisco |
feb
23
The airlines and a la carte passenger anger
Baggage fees and other nickel-and-dime strategies may net airlines some short-term revenues. But at what cost? There's no doubt that such practices are annoying the heck out of customers.
| 68 | by Brad Tuttle | Airlines |
feb
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| 2 | by Alex Robinson | United Kingdom, London |
feb
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| 5 | by Alex Robinson | Museums, Pop Culture and Travel, United Kingdom, London |
feb
19
Win a free cruise! One little catch: The cruise line is out of business
Scam alert: If you get a phone call saying that you'll get a free Caribbean cruise just for taking part in a brief survey, it's probably best to hang up.
| 29 | by Brad Tuttle | Cruises, Safety and Security |
feb
19
| 0 | by Alex Robinson | Shopping, United Kingdom, London |
feb
19
5 things to do with your old guidebooks
Guidebooks are obviously good for helping you plan a trip. But what do you do with the book when your trip is over?
| 8 | by Brad Tuttle | Guidebooks |
feb
18
D.C.: Top 3 free things to do in the capital
Free walking tours, Blues jams, and Kennedy Center performances!
| 11 | by Sean O'Neill | Washington, D.C. |
feb
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| 3 | by Justine Sharrock | Walking Tours, California, San Francisco |
feb
17
Photos: Mardi Gras floats on
See the wild costumes, impromptu parades, and bead-hungry crowds that keep the good times rolling in NOLA.
| 10 | by Kate Appleton | Festivals, Louisiana, New Orleans |
feb
17
Vancouver: Tim Zagat dishes travel tips
Tim Zagat, co-founder of the famous restaurant survey, shares the top bang for the buck restaurants and newest attractions in Vancouver for post-Olympics fun.
| 1 | by Sean O'Neill | Food + Drink, Canada, Vancouver |
feb
17
Kayak teams up with Yapta to let you track fare changes
Before (and after!) you book your flight on Kayak, you will soon also be able to keep tabs on fare fluctuations, so you can get any applicable credits or cash back from the airline if the price drops.
| 3 | by Sean O'Neill | Helpful Websites |
feb
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TripTracker: Whip up a no-fuss, insta-itinerary
Keep track of your trip's essential details, from hotels to tour bookings, with new free service TripTracker, which automatically hoovers up your info, letting you access it on the go.
| 4 | by Sean O'Neill | Helpful Websites |
feb
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San Francisco: Decoding the "healthy surcharge"
What does the extra restaurant charge mean?
| 31 | by Justine Sharrock | California, San Francisco |
feb
12
Readers' Choice: Ultimate dream destination?
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
| 33 | by Budget Travel | Questions and Opinions |
feb
12
| 1 | by Kate Appleton | Italy, Rome |
feb
12
Vietnam: Dinged dong means deals
This week, the Vietnamese dong was devalued by more than 3 percent, on top of an earlier cut of 5 percent, and the dollar is stronger than ever against it.
| 0 | by Sean O'Neill | Vietnam, Hanoi |
feb
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Anybody use one of those special seatbelts made to hold kids in airline seats?
The product made a splash a while back when it came on the market. But I can't recall ever seeing anyone using one on a plane.
| 23 | by Brad Tuttle | Airlines, Family Travel |
feb
11
Rome: Fried treats for Carnival
The sweetest part of Carnival season is frappe and castagnole—get 'em while you can!
| 1 | by Katie Parla | Food + Drink, Italy, Rome |
feb
11
St. John: Warm weather escape planner
Hungry for an authentic island experience? Discover Johnny cakes, reggae rhythms, and other tropical treats in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
| 10 | by Budget Travel | Caribbean, United States Virgin Islands, St. John |
feb
11
Valentine's Day travel outlook
An industry player sees more last-minute bookings, and more blind-booking deals on rental cars.
| 1 | by Sean O'Neill |
feb
11
| 1 | by Alex Robinson | Theater, United Kingdom, London |
feb
10
Readers' Choice: Best value destination?
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
| 16 | by Budget Travel | Questions and Opinions |
feb
10
Follow-up: New York City's The Jane hotel
Double rooms at this West Village hotel are now available for booking.
| 1 | by JD Rinne | New York City, Hotels |
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| 2 | by Sean O'Neill | New York City |
feb
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| 2 | by Justine Sharrock | Food + Drink, California, San Francisco |
feb
09
Finding the romantic side of Rome
Chocolate truffles, a hilltop stroll, and an intimate meal are key ingredients.
| 0 | by Katie Parla | Romance, Italy, Rome |
feb
09
Facebook oversharing causes trouble for travelers
One blabs about every detail of their trips online. The other keeps most things private. Partners aren't always on the same page when it comes to Facebook and travel.
| 13 | by Sean O'Neill | Questions and Opinions |
feb
09
Ask Trip Coach: Group gatherings
Most people love the idea of getting together with loads of family members and friends, especially if you're gathering in a fun spot. Do you have questions about how to pull it off successfully? Ask away.
| 3 | by Brad Tuttle | Trip Coach, Questions and Opinions, Family Travel |
feb
08
What happens when the Olympics move on?
This Friday brings Vancouver's turn in the spotlight, but back in August 2008, all eyes were on Beijing, whose cutting-edge stadiums are now looking lonely.
| 1 | by Kate Appleton | Professional Sports, China, Beijing |
feb
08
Hawaii: Answers to 5 common travel questions
From the best beaches, best "shaved ice," and best times to go, a Hawaii guide book writer has the answers you need for planning a trip to Hawaii.
| 4 | by Sean O'Neill | Hawaii, Maui, Oahu |
feb
05
| 2 | by Katie Parla | Italy, Rome |
feb
05
Readers' Choice: Favorite island getaway in the world?
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
| 65 | by Budget Travel | Questions and Opinions |
feb
05
| 5 | by Alex Robinson | Museums, United Kingdom, London |
feb
04
Click fast: 99-hour sales in the Caribbean & Mexico
Sales so fast even we have trouble keeping up, from CheapCaribbean.com.
| 8 | by JD Rinne | Caribbean, Mexico and Central America, Helpful Websites |
feb
04
Would you skip hotel housekeeping service for a $5 daily credit?
For every day you opt out of housekeeping at a Starwood hotel, you'll get 500 bonus loyalty points or a $5 credit at the hotel restaurant.
| 67 | by Brad Tuttle | Hotels |
feb
04
New site PackLate lets you rent a place after all
The way to get the most space and privacy for your dollar may well be to rent a vacation home. The deepest discounts come at the last-minute, and a new website helps you find the best offers.
| 3 | by Sean O'Neill | Helpful Websites, Innovations, Vacation Rentals |
feb
04
Have a happier vacation
Trip Rx from Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project: Pack early, use your electronic devices sparingly, and bring some almonds to smooth out the dips in your blood sugar.
| 3 | by Sean O'Neill | Trip Coach, Health and Hygiene |
feb
03
Family travel: "Stop telling us to pack light!"
Is "packing light" reasonable advice for families? Or is it unrealistic?
| 54 | by Sean O'Neill | Packing, Questions and Opinions, Family Travel |
feb
03
Readers' Choice: Most beautiful city in the world?
Make your case! Our October 2010 Readers' Choice issue will be devoted to what you tell us about this and other travel topics.
| 261 | by Budget Travel | Questions and Opinions |
feb
03
Super cheap ski lift tickets on Super Bowl Sunday
Lift tickets are discounted at 44 ski resorts around the country this Sunday.
| 1 | by Brad Tuttle | Skiing, Colorado, Vermont |
feb
03
San Francisco: Night at the museum
After-dark parties at MOMA, the deYoung, and the Exploratorium are on our radar.
| 1 | by Justine Sharrock | Museums, California, San Francisco |
feb
02
Dirty tricks used with "Dirtiest Hotels" list?
TripAdvisor dished some serious dirt last week with the release of a list of the Dirtiest Hotels around the world, based on traveler reviews. Some hotels are threatening to sue.
| 26 | by Brad Tuttle | Hotels |
feb
02
Super Bowl travel, without a super-high cost
Feel Super Bowl fever among the fans in each team's hometown, without paying a high price.
| 10 | by Danielle Lipp | Pop Culture and Travel, Indiana, Indianapolis, Louisiana, New Orleans |
feb
01
Introducing the "Skycouch"
Air New Zealand has introduced a new couch-style seating arrangement, with cushions that flip up to make for comfortable and easy lounging. Most innovative of all: The Skycouch is in economy class.
| 17 | by Brad Tuttle | New Zealand, Airlines |
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| 3 | by Justine Sharrock | California, San Francisco |
