Today's Expert Picks
Thursday, February 9, 2012
New scheme to overvalue miles is a flat-out money-grabbing scam.
Citibank Scam Will Cost You Money ... Even If You Don't Use Citibank
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Product Review: Lipault Paris 0% Foldable Luggage
Our reviewer gives the Lipault Paris' Foldable Luggage a perfect 10/10 score. What's so great about it? Pretty much everything, says Caroline Morse.
North America's Most Romantic Small Towns
Love is all you need, but it never hurts to fan the flame with the occasional romantic weekend away. And nothing beats a quaint small town for walking hand-in-hand at a slower pace than you're used to.
10 Famous Cocktails from Cities Around the World
What better way to savor local flavor than with a quaff of that destination's most famous cocktail? Here are 10 ways to globetrot on the rocks during your next vacation.
10 Things You Should Never Pack in Your Checked Bag
Packing the wrong thing in your checked bag could ruin your whole trip. Are you still making any of these 10 common packing mistakes?
Are Taxable Frequent Flyer Miles in Your Future?
The IRS wants you to pay taxes on miles earned for opening a savings or checking account. What's next: a tax on miles earned for signing up for credit cards?
Spirit Introduces 'Unintended Consequences' Fee
Spirit is using rules created to protect flyers as an excuse to charge them more. Oh, the irony!
EXPOSED! American's Deceptive Prices
You think you've found the deal of the century—$65 to London, including taxes and fees! Then American pulls the ol' bait and switch, and your bargain disappears. Find out how it works and what the airline has to say about its behavior.
10 Incredible New Adventures for 2012
Whether your particular brand of adventure involves walking, biking, kayaking, sailing, or just kicking back and discovering an emerging destination, resolve to make 2012 a time of adventure and discovery. These 10 new trips will help you get started.
World's Most Popular Tourist Attractions
The world's most popular tourist attractions have a gravity all their own, pulling millions into their orbits each year. Here are some of the standouts.
10 Hottest Hotels in the World
Salivate over these absolutely stunning properties in Europe, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, and beyond. From Maui to Morocco and Italy to Ireland, these are the best of the best!
World's Most Unusual Beaches
No disrespect to gorgeous beaches with powdery white sand, but sometimes the standard-issue paradise starts to feel, well, bland. It's time to set off for shores with strange hues of sand, alarmingly low-flying aircraft, and hot pools you can dig yourself.
America's Worst Weather Airports
When lightning strikes, blizzards blow, and fist-size hail balls hit the skies, there are certain gateways where flyers should proceed with caution. Find out which airports can withstand the storm ... and which ones fold under foul weather.
The Sinister Scam That Won't Go Away
Many travel sellers are brazenly violating federal regulations by sneaking hefty "surcharges" into their discount prices. Ed Perkins tells you how to spot the phony charge.
Will Europe Become a Budget Travel Paradise?
While Europe's economic turmoil continues to make headlines, few analysts are looking at the potential impact on tourists. Ed Perkins fills that void with a thoughtful piece that answers the big question for travelers.
10 Surprising Winter Hotspots
These drive-to U.S. destinations will heat up your winter weekend without wrecking your 2012 budget resolution. Turkish steam baths, surfable waves, and sizzling kitchens are closer than you think.
10 Great Reasons to Visit Cuba
Visiting Cuba is much easier than you think. Here's a primer on must-sees if you get a chance to visit in the near future.
Watch Out! 2 New Discount Travel Scams for 2012
Travel providers are lying (legally) more than ever. Ed Perkins explains how to spot a fake deal from a mile away.
5 Apps the Airlines Don't Want You to Use
From flyers' rights to a sneak peek inside airline lounges, these are the apps most airlines would prefer you didn't use. (Which obviously means you should.)
10 Scenic Rail Trips to Take Before It's Too Late
If you've ever wanted to see North America by rail, writes Ed Perkins, do it soon. Here are the 10 most scenic trips to enjoy before budget cuts put an end to them forever.
Airline Fees: The Ultimate Guide
Confused about which airlines are charging for which perks? Our ultimate guide can help. We've put every major fee from every major airline in one place.
Departure City Fares
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