Planning a trip to Europe: Your 10-step guide
February 10, 2010 ·
Before you can experience authentic Spanish tapas, Roman piazzas or rooftop terraces in Prague, an important to-do list stands between you and your European vacation. The logistics involved in planning a Europe trip may seem tedious or overwhelming, but the more prepared you are to visit Europe, the greater your chances of a successful trip [...]
Keeping your hotel room and belongings secure
February 8, 2010 ·
We know, we know — when you’re on vacation, the last thing you want to worry about is hotel security. But returning from a day of exploring Mayan ruins or sampling French wines to find that your hotel room has been ransacked is a surefire way to put a damper on an otherwise decent trip. [...]
iPhones keep ski resorts honest on snowfall
January 29, 2010 ·
Ever hit the slopes only to find 4 inches of fresh snow instead of the 8 inches you were promised? That may be because ski areas have exaggerated their snowfalls on weekends to entice skiers, according to a study by two Dartmouth College professors. That depth deception may fall by the wayside, however, as skiers [...]
Where to cruise in 2010
January 29, 2010 ·
What are the most exciting ports and itineraries this year? We asked seven cruising experts from our A-List of travel agents for their picks. Greenland & Iceland Why go now: New luxury expeditions to these remote areas allow cruisers to take in scenery from the ship as well as jump in Zodiacs to explore further, [...]
10 great resorts for a warm weather escape
January 29, 2010 ·
About this time of year, many of us are craving a place in the sun. And all-inclusive resorts can be a value alternative to an a lá carte tropical vacation. Doug Stallings, senior editor at Fodors 80degrees, a new addition to the popular website that explores warm-weather escapes, shares some resorts that offer bang for [...]
Cruise trends: Higher prices, single studios
January 28, 2010 ·
If you’re planning a cruise vacation in 2010, get ready for higher prices, better entertainment, water parks, and one of the most innovative concepts to come along in awhile: Rooms designed for solo travelers on the Norwegian Epic, without the supplemental charge that single passengers on cruises have traditionally paid. “I think it’s genius,” said [...]
Mexico’s 10 best seaside hideaways
January 27, 2010 ·
From the aquamarine waters of the Mayan Riviera to the secluded beaches of Costa Alegre, sun, sand, and serenity are just a short flight away. Maroma Resort & Spa, Solidaridad (Mayan Riviera) Seclusion factor: You reach this 65-room resort by turning down an unmarked dirt road off Highway 307. Surrounded by 200 acres of jungle [...]
