Articles for ‘Travel Tips’ Category
Monday, February 6th, 2012
Tucked in Nantucket: Hole up with your sweetheart in the classic Americana inn The Wauwinet.
By Erik Torkells
Valentine’s Day is approaching, which means hotels are announcing themed packages. These packages are increasingly about sexiness more than romance, however, with extras like complimentary copies of the Kama Sutra and what used to be called “marital aids.” (Not that there’s anything wrong with that.) But you don’t have to be Carrie Bradshaw to know that sex and romance are hardly the same thing, and Valentine’s Day is about romance. We’re not talking about heart-shaped candy boxes and flowers, but the feeling that tends to happen early in a relationship, when it’s as if you’re the only two people in the world. How do you re-create that? (more…)
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Thursday, February 2nd, 2012
Save money and time with the new Hotels by Orbitz app for iPhone, which speeds you through hotel booking in just 3 taps.
By Valerie Moloney
iPhone devotees swear by its magical powers. Don’t know a song? Download an app. Refrigerator empty? Order groceries on your phone. And now, thanks to Orbitz, here’s one more convenience for booking hotels on the go: the new Hotels by Orbitz app for iPhone. (more…)
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Monday, January 30th, 2012
Jackpot: Las Vegas McCarran International Airport has free WiFi (if you can pull yourself away from the slots).
By Mark Chesnut
You’ve got a layover that’s just long enough to check e-mail on something larger than your cell phone, but you have no VIP club membership handy and you don’t feel like paying as much as $20 to access Wi-Fi for just an hour or two. What to do? (more…)
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Saturday, January 28th, 2012
The party before the party: The week leading up to the greatest football matchup lights up Indianapolis. Credit: bnpositive.
By Amy Carey
About 10,000 visitors are expected to flood Indianapolis on Feb. 5, which seems manageable considering the millions who will be tuned to their TVs around the world for – what else? – football (and commercials, of course). It’s not too late to book an Indianapolis hotel or scope out the highlights in the week leading up to the high-demand event. (more…)
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Tuesday, January 24th, 2012
The price is right: New DOT rules provide more up-front details about airline fees and surcharges.
By Mark Chesnut
Beginning Jan. 26, new rules from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) should make it a bit easier when shopping around for the best airfare. Consumer advocates are hailing a new consumer rule, designed to enhance protections for air travelers, that will require all government taxes and fees to be included in every advertised fare. (more…)
Tags: airline tickets, airlines
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Thursday, January 12th, 2012
Quirky masks are just some of the artwork for sale along Frenchmen Street. Credit: Infrogmation.
By Blane Bachelor
The French Quarter and the Garden District are must-see stops for any New Orleans vacation. But in-the-know travelers are shifting east, specifically to two of the city’s hippest ‘hoods these days: the Bywater and the Faubourg Marigny – or, in local parlance, simply the Marigny (pronounced MARE-uh-nee). These funky, bohemian precincts simmer with the essence of Nola, from galleries featuring local art to cozy Cajun restaurants to bars buzzing with the beats of resident musicians, and within easy reach of many New Orleans hotels. (more…)
Tags: New Orleans hotels, New Orleans vacation
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2011
High-tech takeoff: All of Delta's mainline aircraft have WiFi. Credit: Cubbie Vegas.
By Mark Chesnut
Not everyone wants to stay connected when they’re in the air. But for those who do want to surf the Web while flying, the highly inconsistent connectivity offered today can be a bit frustrating. To help you sort out who offers what and when, here’s a roundup of the latest onboard WiFi offerings. (more…)
Tags: airlines, United Airlines
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Wednesday, December 28th, 2011
Getting carded: elite benefits are available with some -- but not all --airline credit cards. Photo: LatinFlyer.com
By Mark Chesnut
The writing on the wall indicates that it may become harder for many travelers to reach elite level status with their preferred airlines, thanks to new status thresholds and, at some carriers, changes that will base mileage accrual on the fare paid rather than the mileage flown. (more…)
Tags: airfare, airline tickets, airlines, Flights
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Thursday, December 22nd, 2011
Go local: Brookwood Farms Carolina Pit BBQ serves southern favorites at the Charlotte airport.
By Mark Chesnut
Does the thought of airport food make your stomach churn? Sure, there are plenty of less-than-savory selections — dishes that could be described as “terminal” in more than one sense of the word. But look around during that next layover and you might find tasty options that feature lots of mouthwatering local flavor. Here are a few of the best. (more…)
Tags: airlines
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Friday, December 16th, 2011
Right said F.R.E.D.: A free downtown transportation option in Norfolk, Va.
By Mark Chesnut
Negotiating the congested streets of a busy city can be a stressful part of any trip. But increasingly, the most efficient way to get around town may also be the most relaxing, thanks to an ever-expanding array of eco-friendly transportation options in major cities throughout North America. (more…)
Tags: Hotels, rental cars
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