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Posted Jan. 10, 2012 By T+L
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Posted Jan. 10, 2012 By T+L
When to book two-for-one cruise fares
Cruise lines offer two-for-one fares, but the best bargains usually hover around the start of the year. “By March 1, prices for those same two-for-one sailings will cost ten to twe... More
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Posted Jan. 10, 2012 By T+L
The cheapest way to book airfare for two
When shopping for flights for two (or more), reservations systems bump up all travelers to a higher price level if seat capacity is limited. “Scout out fares for one traveler first
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Posted Nov. 09, 2011 By T+L
Recommendation: San Moisè Church, Venice
The Baroque exterior of Venice’s San Moisè Church, near Piazza San Marco, was originally built in the eighth century; San Moisè’s ornate stonework was added in the late 1600’s by t
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Posted Nov. 09, 2011 By T+L
Top social travel apps
The newly launched Trippy app (free; iPhone) uses your existing social networks, such as Twitter, Facebook
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Posted Oct. 17, 2011 By T+L
Recommendation: Costa Rica’s Lapa Rios Hotel
Located in one of Central America’s last remaining lowland tropical rain forests, the 930-acre Lapa Rios hotel and reserve
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Posted Oct. 17, 2011 By T+L
Smartphone app: reserve a private driver
When you’re exploring New York or San Francisco, use Uber (Android, iO
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Posted Oct. 17, 2011 By T+L
Smartphone app: DIY tours of Europe
For DIY tours of 22 cities in Europe, try PocketGuide (Android, iOS, iPhone, iPad; fr
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Posted Oct. 17, 2011 By T+L
Website: connect with local guides
The site localguiding.com connects users looking to spend a day shopping, eating, or learning about history with guides across the globe. For example, we found tours of Lo
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Posted Jul. 14, 2011 By T+L
Island destination: Oia in Santorini, Greece
With fewer than 800 residents, the tiny, sunbaked town of Oia, on Santorini’s northwestern coast, provides a quiet contrast to the island’s more bustling central villages. Now full
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Posted Jun. 15, 2011 By T+L
Beach Destination: Seaside, Florida
Located on Florida’s northwestern Gulf Coast, the town of Seaside is a modern-day throwback to bygone America. Seeing its whitewashed cottages, powdery beaches, and congenial resid
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Posted Jun. 15, 2011 By T+L
How to Dine out on a Discount
Saving while eating out on a trip is easier than ever thanks to the proliferation of deals websites. Yipit
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Posted Apr. 13, 2011 By T+L
When to Visit Con Dao, Vietnam
With the winter monsoon in the rearview—and high season still months away—May is an ideal time to visit Vietnam’s Con Dao archipelago. The region’s pristine waters are part of a pr
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Posted Apr. 04, 2011 By T+L
When to visit Peru
May is a smart time of year to explore Peru. Rainy weather has subsided by then, and costs are still considerably lower than in the summer months (June officially marks the beginni
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Posted Mar. 08, 2011 By T+L
Travel affordably through Europe by train
Though European low-cost airlines have gotten a lot of press, taking the train may often be more affordable (and comfortable) than flying, especially if you have multiple stops in
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Posted Feb. 08, 2011 By T+L
Holiday rentals: score cheap lodging during peak periods
Renting a house or apartment while on vacation can offer great value during peak periods, even in destinations that are in high demand during the spring, such as the Caribbean and
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Posted Jan. 12, 2011 By T+L
Best times to book cheap plane tickets
Look for inexpensive fares on flights after the New Year and before mid-May (excluding spring break and holidays) or between Labor Day and Thanksgiving when airfares are historical
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Posted Jan. 12, 2011 By T+L
Best new booking engines
Looking for a new booking engine that factors in more than just price? Hipmunk presents search data as a bar
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Posted Dec. 06, 2010 By T+L
Beware of hidden cruise costs
Watch the bill. Carnival has introduced à la carte pricing for food on some cruises, and the extra cost can quickly add up for those who stray from the buffet.
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Posted Dec. 06, 2010 By T+L
Cheapest times to go on a cruise
Cruising can be an expensive venture even in the best of circumstances, but here’s one way to control costs: Consider the season. Come spring and fall, cruise ships reposition them
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Posted Nov. 08, 2010 By T+L
When to Visit Kauai
December is a great time of year to visit Hawaii’s Garden Isle. Hit Pali Ke Kua beach (known to locals as Hideaways) on the island’s North Shore for its beauty, privacy (tucked und
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Posted Nov. 08, 2010 By T+L
How to prevent car-rental ripoffs
Visit Christopher Elliott’s blog (elliott.org): he exposes agencies for misdeeds such as pressuring renters into signing agreements without allowing them to inspect the cars first.
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Posted Nov. 08, 2010 By T+L
How to find car-rental discounts
Finding a bargain when renting a car has become more and more difficult. Booking engine autoslash.com
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Posted Oct. 25, 2010 By T+L
Should you buy an all-you-can-fly airline pass?
Airlines tend to offer unlimited passes during slower travel months. These packages typically cover a one-month period, range from $499 to $699, and require booking at least three ... More
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Posted Oct. 25, 2010 By T+L
Pay less for your rental car by adding days
Try this out for yourself on one of the car rental sites. Check the price for a one-day rental. Then try a two-day rental; you'll notice the per-day price stays about the same. Do ... More
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