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• Inexpensive Hotels: What You Can Expect Abroad
  June 26, 2012 9:01 am
  Ed Perkins on the new class of budget accommodations, and how to identify the best ones for your money. read more
• Do Airlines Give Their Best Fares to the Search Engines?
  November 15, 2011 10:31 am
  Do you have a go-to travel search engine? Travel advocate Ed Perkins makes a strong argument for rethinking the way you book your next trip. read more
• Can 'Hidden City' Fares Cut the Cost of Flying?
  June 13, 2011 2:55 pm
  Ed's short answer is, "Yes, but only in a small number of cases. And there are some risks." read more
• Exclusive: Summer Airfare Price Drop on Many U.S. Routes
  April 21, 2011 4:46 pm
  With fuel costs skyrocketing and demand rising for as we get closer to summer, it goes against logic that fares would still be affordable, but guess what: they are! read more
• Book Now? Airlines Expand Travel Into 2012
  April 1, 2011 11:16 am
  Sometimes the early bird gets the worm, so it's good to know how far in advance airlines will let you book a flight. read more
• Are Indexed Airfares Deceptive or a Deal?
  March 10, 2011 12:00 am
  Purchase a ticket at a price posted on the day you buy. Then, if the price of oil goes up between the day you buy and the day you fly, you pay more; if the price drops, you pay less. Could it work? read more
• Summer Fares Creep Skyward, but Some Good News
  March 2, 2011 1:13 pm
  Domestic summer airfares increased week-over-week. The routes that saw a decrease in price, however, show a considerable dip; and as a whole, the combined routes lowered by a significant $147. read more
• The Seven 'Deadly' Airline Fees
  February 4, 2011 12:01 am
  Pride, sloth, envy, and more: The airlines have them all! We've paralleled the seven deadly sins with their most appropriate airline fee counterparts, and then show you how to avoid paying them. read more
• Fly Free to Mexico and the Caribbean
  January 19, 2011 4:36 pm
  Second person flies free when you book a tropical vacation. Travel by April 30. read more
• Consumer View on Southwest's Frequent Flyer Changes
  January 13, 2011 12:00 am
  Expert Ed Perkins finds a lot to like about Southwest's updated frequent flyer program, with perks both for business and leisure travelers. read more
• Do Consumers Lose When Airlines and OTAs Fight?
  January 11, 2011 8:24 am
  Internal squabbles in the airline industry don't generally bode well for consumers. Ed Perkins breaks it down for you. read more
• Eight Rules for Winter Weather Travel
  December 23, 2010 12:01 am
  If you're planning a winter trip that involves heading to or passing through a bad weather area, the watchword is "anticipate." You can't avoid all problems, but you can minimize the risks. read more
• Act Fast! Caribbean Vacations From $249*
  December 9, 2010 3:52 pm
  Book by Friday, December 10, to save on vacations to the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. read more
• Can't Use Your Miles? Give Them Away!
  December 9, 2010 12:00 am
  Donate as an award trip? Transfer points? Airline-sponsored "give miles" programs? Expert Ed Perkins outlines the best way to gift your miles this holiday season. read more
• When to Seek the Expertise of a Travel Agent
  December 30, 2010 9:13 am
  Data is showing that travel agents are regaining some of the ground they initially lost to the Internet, and the savvy these experts provide often outweighs their modest charges. read more
• Does Travel Insurance Cover a Missed Connection?
  December 5, 2010 12:00 am
  Ed Perkins look at your options when your trip requires two separate tickets on two different airlines. read more
• Next Two Weeks a Good Time to Book That Holiday Flight
  December 3, 2010 9:13 am
  The period between November 29 and December 13 is the "sweet spot" for buying air tickets for holiday travel. read more
• Holiday Travel 2010: Deals Are Still Out There
  November 22, 2010 3:56 pm
  Don't let cost worries force you to stay home this holiday season. Even if you haven't already made your holiday travel plans, deals on seats, rooms, and packages are still out there. read more
• Would Consumers Win or Lose with Google Flight Search?
  October 27, 2010 1:04 pm
  Google recently purchased ITA Software, which powers a majority of online airfare bookings. What will Google do with its new toy, and will consumers benefit? read more
• What Does My Ticket Fare Class Mean?
  October 25, 2010 12:06 pm
  What do those letters on your ticket mean? Quite a bit, actually, and they can affect everything from your upgrade eligibility to the likelihood you'll be bumped. read more
• How to Find Airline Seats for a Family Group
  October 15, 2010 12:00 am
  Booking group seats can be daunting. And for frequent flyer seats, finding even one seat close to the day you want to fly is tough; it's nearly impossible with groups. read more
• Tweet and 'Like' Your Way to Big Travel Savings
  October 1, 2010 12:00 am
  Travel providers are using social media sites to unload inventory, often at huge discounts. read more
• Five Reasons to Travel Over the Holidays
  September 10, 2010 12:00 am
  Not to knock nostalgia and tradition, but it's true: If you're willing to skip the usual hometown holiday this year, you can vacation at a fraction of the usual cost! Here are just five reasons why you should take a trip. read more
• New Vacations to Madrid From $699*
  September 9, 2010 2:36 pm
  Visit Spain on the cheap this winter with Sceptre Tours' new packages, which include round-trip airfare and six nights' sccommodations. read more
• Where to Search for the Best Airfare
  September 2, 2010 12:00 am
  You've probably already used one of the big online airfare search systems, but you may be searching in the wrong place for your specific needs. Ed Perkins explains. read more
• $699 Paris and London Vacation Packages
  August 31, 2010 4:47 pm
  Visit two European cities for less than the price of seeing one. Deal includes airfare and hotel. read more
• $1 Breakfast or Cocktail at Kimpton Hotels
  August 30, 2010 1:35 pm
  Start your day—or night—off right for less than a cup of coffee. read more
• Airfare 401: Want a Comfortable Flight? Read This!
  August 30, 2010 12:00 am
  When booking your flight, price is an important factor. But on some flights, you may want to fork over a little extra cash for a more comfortable experience. Ed Perkins explains your options. read more
• Disney World: 50% Off and Free Dining on Vacation Packages
  August 25, 2010 3:28 pm
  Say hello to big savings on rooms or free dining at your favorite resort when you explore the magical world of Disney. read more
• 70% Off St. Croix, St. Thomas, and Puerto Rico Vacations
  August 24, 2010 3:39 pm
  Save big by leaving the passport at home this fall. Sale ends Friday, August 27. read more

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