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• American Express Retreats from Travel
  January 16, 2013 10:50 am
  One of the biggest names in travel, American Express, will eliminate 5,400 jobs during 2013. What's their problem? read more
• Finding a Good Cruise Agent
  March 4, 2011 12:00 am
  It's not common these days to seek out the services of a travel agent, but Ed Perkins details the advantages of using one for cruise bookings. 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
• 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
• American's Hotel Booking Bonus May Be a Bad Deal
  August 24, 2010 3:22 pm
  Can a bonus be a bad thing? Yes, in the case of American's bonus for booking hotels on AA.com, because it means foregoing hotel loyalty points. read more
• Do OTAs Have Secret Seats the Airlines Don't Have?
  July 19, 2010 5:00 pm
  A reader asks if online travel agents like Expedia and Travelocity have secret blocks of seats not available on airline sites. The answer is, well, not really. read more
• The Five Worst Travel Scams (and What to Do About Them)
  May 9, 2010 12:01 am
  From phony airline tickets and misleading travel insurance to card mills and fake vacation clubs, it seems like there's a new scam around every corner. Ed Perkins reviews the worst of the worst, and tells you what to look for. read more
• Mexico: One Year After H1N1
  March 15, 2010 3:34 pm
  It's been about a year since H1N1 broke and corresponding concerns about travel safety and global health threw the world into a tizzy. Perhaps no place has been affected more than Mexico. 2010, though, finds the situation markedly improved. read more
• Whose Hotel Reviews Do You Trust?
  January 21, 2010 12:14 pm
  With so many hotel reviews out there, it's hard to figure out what reviews you can trust. Ed Perkins explains the difference between professional and ordinary traveler reviews. read more
• The Future of Credit Cards (And Their Fees)
  January 7, 2010 12:00 am
  Credit cards provide an easy way to buy tickets, purchase accommodations, and rent cars. However, 2010 may be the year we start paying for the convenience the cards provide. read more
• Avoid Cruise Travel Scams to Save Time, Money, and Hassle
  October 14, 2009 9:18 am
  Follow these steps to ensure you have a smooth cruise from beginning to end. You'll feel confident your money is in good hands - and you can relax on your trip, knowing you paid a fair price. read more
• Can I Just Pay a Travel Agent to Book My Award Trip?
  June 2, 2009 12:00 am
  Finding frequent flyer award seats is a hassle. It'll cost you, but the fee charged by a travel agent might be worth it. read more
• How to Find a Good Cruise Travel Agent
  May 12, 2009 9:12 am
  You might be a pro at buying airfare online, but booking cruises is another game altogether. With access to exclusive discounts and perks, it pays to find a good agent. read more
• Continental Matches Delta's Online Booking Bonus
  June 23, 2009 9:16 am
  It was only a matter of time before one or more of the major airlines matched Delta's 500-mile bonus for bookings made on the airline's own website. First up: Continental. read more
• Delta Takes on OTAs With Online Booking Bonus
  May 1, 2009 5:52 pm
  In response to the waiver of booking fees by online travel agencies such as Orbitz and Travelocity, Delta and Northwest have reinstated their 500-mile online booking bonuses. read more
• How Do I Find a Reliable Travel Agency or Tour Operator?
  August 4, 2008 12:00 am
  Everywhere you look, travel suppliers tout the great wonders of their destinations and "savings" of their prices. Ed Perkins goes beyond the hype to help protect you against loss. read more
• Finding a 'reliable' tour operator
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  You can't ever be 100 percent sure, even of a big tour operator. However, you can protect yourself against some of the worst potential tour operator disappointments. read more
• The 'other guy' effect
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Whenever two or more companies are involved in a trip, and something goes wrong, each is quick to pile the blame elsewhere. read more
• Recourse for Damages Suffered Overseas
  January 5, 2009 12:00 am
  Ed Perkins provides advice on how to obtain compensation, whenever possible, from damages caused by a travel supplier located overseas. read more
• Who to call when bad weather's in the forecast
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  By being proactive when bad weather is predicted, you may be able to save your trip and your money. read more
• How Can I Tell If a Travel Provider Is Reputable?
  August 12, 2008 1:29 pm
  If you've searched for airfare and hotels online, you've no doubt noticed dozens of suppliers itching to sell you a vacation package. Can you trust them? Here's how to find out. read more
• Will a Travel Agent Help Me Book an Award Ticket?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Frequent flyers desperate to use their miles will turn to practically anyone for help. If you plan to ask a travel agent to book your award ticket, you may not have great results. read more
• Have you gotten a great deal lately?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  With so many places to purchase a cruise these days, it's hard to know which websites or travel agencies are the best. If anyone knows where to find a fabulous cruise deal, I'm convinced it's SmarterTravel.com's cruise readers. read more
• Ten tips for finding the best cruise deals online
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  You could spend hours combing the Web for low cruise fares, but the process can be easier than you think if you know where and how to look. The following tips will put you on the path to uncovering the best the Web has to offer. read more
• The travel agent advantage: Secret deals and easier planning
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  To some, researching and booking a cruise is a fun and stress-free experience. If this concept sounds utterly foreign to you, you've probably been spending too much time searching the Web and puzzling over pricing. What you need is a travel agent. read more
• 'Reliable' websites and travel agents, part 2
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Ed Perkins shares both the good signs and the red flags to help determine if a travel provider is reliable. read more
• Does Norwegian Cruise Line still have senior deals?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  A reader wonders if Norwegian Cruise Line still offers discounted fares for travelers ages 55 and up after the cruise line stopped publishing senior deals on its website. read more
• New tool lets cruise agents bid for your business
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Comparison shopping for cruises just became easier and more rewarding. Let CruiseCompete's affiliated agents offer you quotes on cruise rates, and you'll save time and money on your next search for low fares. read more
• Five tips to finding the best cruise deal online (or off)
  February 23, 2009 11:47 am
  If you're wondering whether travel consolidators, online agencies, or the cruise lines' websites have the lowest prices, let us give you the scoop on where the deals lurk. Read our five tips to saving on your next cruise vacation. read more

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