Thursday, November 13, 2008

With 22 films behind him, James Bond has visited more glamorous hotspots than you ever will. But it's sure fun trying to keep up. Here's a look at some of the super spy's far-flung itineraries, plus details about the new movie—opening tomorrow—and a slide show.
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• Shaken, Not Stirred: 5 Bars That Do Justice to Bond's Martini

Peter Greenberg, NBC's travel correspondent and author of the new book Don't Go There, has a surprisingly negative take on United right now. He blogs: "If you have any miles accumulated on airlines like United, I suggest you figure out a way to redeem those miles on their partner airlines." read post

More Miles Coverage:

• Blog: 5 Questions to Decide If Reward Miles Cards Are Worth It
• Don't Let Reward Miles Vanish

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• Best "Letter to the Editor" of the Year?
• Save $3 on United's First-checked Bag Fee by Prepaying It Online
• This Weekend: Mile-High Fun at Denver's Art Week

Even parents whose kids are perfect angels could use a break once in a while. Here are six fresh ideas for easy getaways where kids are likely to be thin on the ground. read more

• Couples on Making the Most out of Traveling Together
• 10 Tips to a Sexy Hotel Room

Charming Hotels Under $150 See photos and then share your best hotel picks by posting a comment… Oh No! We Got Ripped Off in India A cautionary tale and reminder to do research before making a major purchase abroad… Legendary Surf Towns Follow the surfers, and wherever you land, you'll find a great vibe.

Affordable hotel stays in Manhattan—even over the holidays—with perks like ice-skating, gourmet hot chocolate, and museum tickets, from $160. why they're a deal

• 20 Photos: New York City, My Cut
• Hotels: New York at a Price That's Right
• Quiz: Think You Know New York City?
• 50 Reasons You Love New York City

Mexico hasn't been this cheap in 15 years. The only question is where to plan your sunny escape: Cancún, Cozumel, Ixtapa, Los Cabos, Mazatlán, or Puerto Vallarta. Hotel rates start at $61 a night.
why they're a deal

• Got Stress? Get to Puerto Vallarta
• Slide Show: Mexico, Old and New
• What $100 Buys in… Mexico City
• I Married a Non-Traveler: A Writer Convinces Her Husband to Try Cancún

The meltdown of Iceland's financial system has made vacationing there a great value. This trip divides six nights between the hip capital, Reykjavík, and Kulusuk, an island settlement among the fjords of eastern Greenland, including regional airfare and all taxes, for $1,149. why it's a deal

• Blog: Iceland on Sale for the Next Year or So
• Off-season Reykjavík: Cold, Dark, and Handsome
• Eat Like a Local: Reykjavík

Before you put on that fluffy robe, take a few tips from these avid spa-goers on how to get the most bliss for your buck. read more

• Throw a Spa Party at Home
• Perks & Packages: Spa Deals
• Poll: Vote for the World's Most Romantic Places

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