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Glitzy Heathrow Terminal a Destination Unto Itself

Tiffany's, 42 restaurants, and a booze-friendly cinema

(Newser) - Heathrow’s new terminal has hit such turbulence with its opening that it may seem an odd time to sing its praises. But once the delays and lost luggage are solved, this massive addition, designed to eradicate the “Heathrow hassle,” will lure fliers with plenty of perks, reports...

Spas Get the Vegas Treatment
 Spas Get the Vegas Treatment 
Mar 26, 2008 1:50 PM CDT

Spas Get the Vegas Treatment

Relaxation is another of Sin City's pricey pastimes

(Newser) - Las Vegas' go-big-or-go-home attitude runs from its slots to its spas, which now rival the Dead Sea as the world's favored soaking grounds, W reports. But what separates Sin City from Baden-Baden is the de-emphasis on escaping it all: At these luxury bathhouses, seeing and being seen is equally important...

25 Ways to Save in Europe
 25 Ways to Save in Europe 
Mar 19, 2008 12:16 PM CDT

25 Ways to Save in Europe

Don't let the dismal dollar derail your dream vacation

(Newser) - Worried that exchanging your dollars into pounds will leave you with pennies? MSNBC outlines 25 ways to stretch your money in Europe.
  1. Find no-cost entertainment, like free days at museums or public concerts.
  2. Use a credit card or get cash from an ATM for the best exchange rates and lower
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Climate Change Could Snarl Travel Plans in Future

Driving and flying is about to get more unpleasant

(Newser) - As if the notion of heat waves and rising sea levels weren't bad enough, climate change also has the potential to royally screw up your travel plans. A new report shows that increased flooding in coastal areas could put a serious kink in road and rail travel, not to mention...

10 Amazing Places to Unwind
10 Amazing Places to Unwind
Mar 10, 2008 3:00 AM CDT

10 Amazing Places to Unwind

Forbes lists 10 US getaways from Maui to Maine

(Newser) - Americans need a vacation—badly—with fewer than two-thirds of workers using their allotted time last year, reports Forbes. But not everyone's idea of fun is vegging out . Here are top-notch US getaways for those who like active travel:
  • Kapalua Resort, Maui, Hawaii: Golf, bird-watching and a marine-life preserves.
  • Golden
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On the Road Scroll on Display
On the Road Scroll on Display
Mar 9, 2008 6:30 PM CDT

On the Road Scroll on Display

Visitors can see the scroll of Kerouac's classic novel

(Newser) - Beat lovers can check out the manuscript of Jack Kerouac's classic novel On the Road at the University of Texas, where it is displayed complete with scribbles and scratch outs. A long glass case allows visitors to view about a third of the book, which was written uninterrupted in a...

Golf Trips for True Aficionados
Golf Trips for True Aficionados
Mar 7, 2008 3:25 PM CST

Golf Trips for True Aficionados

A month at Pinehurst? All nine British Open Courses? Now, that's a vacation

(Newser) - You’ve done the week on the links in Florida and the weekend at golf school. Get serious with these Forbes Traveler once-in-a-lifetime trips:
  • England: Play all nine courses in the British Open rotation. The itinerary tees off in London and hits the four English courses before moving to Scotland.
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Eastern Europe: Charm for Less
Eastern Europe: Charm for Less
TRAVEL
Mar 2, 2008 2:00 PM CST

Eastern Europe: Charm for Less

Prague, Poland among adventurous destinations for thrifty travelers

(Newser) - The ever-pricier euro is sending determined travelers east, past the Eiffel Tower, to overlooked treasures like Prague's Old Town Square. Check out cheaper, Eastern European must-sees as recommended by Forbes:
  1. Peterhof State Museum-Reserve, St. Petersburg, Russia: These palaces and 18th-century gardens rival those of Versailles.
  2. Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice
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Top Spots for Solo Adventurers
Top Spots for Solo Adventurers
Feb 24, 2008 4:59 AM CST

Top Spots for Solo Adventurers

Go it alone for fun

(Newser) - Looking to mend a well-trodden heart with a solo adventure? From serene fishing villages to culture-packed cities, several destinations can be just the ticket. For those who prefer to go it alone, IgoUgo readers recommend:
  1. Vienna
  2. Rio de Janeiro
  3. Florence
  4. Parque Nacional Volcan Baru, Panama
  5. Marseille, France

'Grump' Finds Happiest Places
'Grump' Finds Happiest Places
Feb 13, 2008 1:40 PM CST

'Grump' Finds Happiest Places

Author places Bhutan, Iceland at the top of his most joyous locales

(Newser) - When self-described grouch Eric Weiner packed his bags and set off to find personal bliss, one might've expected him to head for tropical weather or lavish settings. Au contraire, CNN reports: Weiner’s favorite countries were frigid Iceland and underdeveloped Bhutan. He found the most content people were those who...

Travel Costs Rise, But for What?
Travel Costs Rise, But for What?
OPINION
Feb 13, 2008 12:30 PM CST

Travel Costs Rise, But for What?

2008 is the 'year of the fee,' but one writer demands more in return

(Newser) - We can't duck travel fees imposed by air carriers, hotels, and Uncle Sam, so let's demand more in return, Christopher Elliott writes on MSNBC. Airlines are adding $25 baggage fees and "probably illegal" fuel surcharges, and the TSA will add a “temporary” bump in security fees—so can't...

Don't Get More Than Seasick
Don't Get More Than Seasick
Jan 20, 2008 11:33 AM CST

Don't Get More Than Seasick

Cruise ships provide docs, but aren't responsible for them

(Newser) - If you're one of the 10 million or so Americans who take a cruise this year, make sure you understand that “all-inclusive” doesn’t apply to medical care, says ABC News. Cruise ships have doctors on board, but the operator won’t take responsibility for them. Cruise lines, says...

Weary Travelers Offer 12 Good Lessons

Columnist pumps experts for hard-earned knowledge, tips

(Newser) - MSNBC travel columnist Christopher Elliott asks those sulky veterans of the airways— business travelers—for their best tips on making life on the road tolerable:
  1. Expect nothing, and you won't be disappointed.
  2. Be nice. It can't hurt, and it might even help.
  3. Never pay cash—credit cards offer some protection
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Critics Cry 'Privacy' Over Passport Cards

US approves wireless ID that may spark identity theft

(Newser) - New wireless passport cards will make it easier for Americans to cross borders between Mexico, Canada, and the Caribbean—but privacy groups worry that thieves will be pinching personal data off the new ID, the AP reports. One critic called the cards "inherently insecure;" officials say safeguards are...

Ski With the Best of Them
Ski With the Best of Them
TRAVEL
Dec 31, 2007 9:00 AM CST

Ski With the Best of Them

Make sure your trip runs smoothly with these tips from Budget Travel

(Newser) - Even if you're a black diamond expert, these tips from Budget Travel can make your next trip more enjoyable:
  1. Get in shape. Yoga is especially good for working the whole body.
  2. Most airlines will allow you to count a ski bag as one of your checked bags.
  3. Avoid dealing with
...

Go Ahead, Spoil Yourself
Go Ahead, Spoil Yourself
TRAVEL
Dec 23, 2007 3:03 PM CST

Go Ahead, Spoil Yourself

Top spas around the globe make great winter getaway destinations

(Newser) - Wave goodbye to the winter blues and hello to blue skies at these luxurious spa resorts selected by Conde Nast Traveler:
  1. The Nam Hai, Vietnam
  2. Las Ventanas al Paradiso, Los Cabos
  3. Banyan Tree Seychelles

Hit the Winter Festival Circuit
Hit the Winter Festival Circuit
TRAVEL
Dec 22, 2007 7:27 AM CST

Hit the Winter Festival Circuit

Things are heating up around the globe

(Newser) - Even though it's freezing outside, you don't have to shut yourself up at home. Party on three continents at these amazing festivals, selected by Sherman's Travel:
  1. Barbados Jazz Festival, Jan. 14–20
  2. Buenos Aires Tango Festival, Feb 22-Mar 3
  3. Carnival in Rio, Feb 2–5

Kayak Buys Rival SideStep for $200M
Kayak Buys Rival SideStep for $200M
Dec 21, 2007 9:43 AM CST

Kayak Buys Rival SideStep for $200M

Travel aggregator raises funds from old and new sources

(Newser) - Discount travel search engine Kayak has acquired competitor SideStep for $200 million. Kayak raised nine figures in a new round of financing from its own investors, new VC companies, and SideStep's backers. It then bought SideStep for $180 million in cash plus a redistributed $20 million of SideStep's capital, reports...

Expedia Moves to Capture European Market

Travel giant hopes half of revenue will come from abroad within 5-6 years

(Newser) - Citing saturation in US travel, Expedia will move aggressively to seize European market share, reports the Financial Times, with hopes that half its revenue will be international within 5 or 6 years. The travel giant hopes to move in while European competitors Thomas Cook and Tui Travel are distracted with...

8 Hotels With Fab Room Service
8 Hotels With Fab Room Service
TRAVEL
Dec 8, 2007 8:32 AM CST

8 Hotels With Fab Room Service

Delicious food means you don't have to leave the hotel

(Newser) - With this sort of room service, why leave the hotel at all? Forbes lists eight hotels that are stand-outs for room service offerings:
  1. Four Seasons Washington, DC: Gourmet in-room dinner for two served by personal butler.
  2. Ritz-Carlton Chicago: Get whatever you want, whenever you want from the kitchen—prepared to
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