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Free Night at a Bed and Breakfast
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Stash Tea is running a promotion that'll get you a free night at a bed and breakfast. But the deal involves drinking tea, so put the kettle on.
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Fourth of July Travel Expected to Drop
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
AAA is predicting a slightly less active Independence Day, with about 2 percent fewer Americans taking to the road this year. Will you be traveling?
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Hawaii's Wave of Summer Sales
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Aloha deals! Hawaii is celebrating its 50th anniversary as a state with a ton of discounts and deals at resorts around the islands.
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JetBlue, Alaska Lead JD Power Rankings Again
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
For the fourth straight year, JetBlue led the low-cost carrier group in the annual customer service survey, while Alaska took top honors among traditional network carriers.
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AirTran's New Routes, Southwest's New Pad in NYC
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Rounding up some low-cost carrier news, including AirTran's new routes and Southwest's first flights from the Big Apple.
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Airlines Beginning to Hike Fares
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
With two fare hikes in two weeks, the airlines appear ready to start pushing fares upward to see how much customers are willing to spend.
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Carry-On Bags: The Ultimate Guide
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
While Congress considers a bill that would regulate your carry-on bag, we decided to put together a chart detailing which airlines allow what.
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Will a Hurricane Ruin Your Summer Vacation?
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Two annual hurricane season reports offer a look at storm activity this summer and fall in the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico.
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Celebrate Last-Minute Fourth of July Discounts
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
It's not too late to make Fourth of July travel plans. In fact, you can find last-minute specials that offer substantial savings for holiday travel.
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Not Just the Airlines: Hotel Fees Also on the Rise
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
As the recession continues to choke the tourism industry, hotels are increasing fees and sneaking extra charges onto guests' invoices. More than ever, it pays to read your bill.
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Should the Government Regulate Carry-On Bag Size?
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
A bill in Congress would establish carry-on restrictions to be enforced industry-wide. While this may win back some space in the overheads, it could also create a nightmare at security lines.
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Summer Poll Results: Bring on the Beach
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Our summer vacation poll results are in. The winning destination features sun, surf, and sand. Outdoor escape and European vacations also proved popular.
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What Happens When a Pilot Dies Mid-Flight?
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
The story of a Continental pilot passing away mid-flight is tragic, but were passengers on the flight ever in danger? The simple answer is: Not at all.
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Should You Worry About Your Kids Flying Alone?
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
With two unaccompanied kids recently misdirected to the wrong destination, parents might think twice before putting their kids on a plane alone. But should they stop doing so altogether?
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Free Summer Entry Weekends at National Parks
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Free entry into 100 parks, including Yellowstone! Plus other ways to save once you're inside the park.
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Who Makes the Most From Baggage Fees?
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
American raked in over $100 million in baggage fees during the first quarter of 2009, but is that tops in the industry?
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Airlines Looking to Cram in More Seats
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Several carriers are looking for ways to add more seats on their planes. If that sounds like a tight fit, well, it is! But at least one carrier is trying to mitigate the knee crunch.
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Tour Operators Bring On the Discounts
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Like tours? This is a good time to get a great deal on one. Tour operators around the world are offering discounts and running promotions to make booking more affordable.
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British Airways Asks Staff to Work for Free
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
The carrier has asked its employees to forfeit their pay for up to one month, either as unpaid leave or unpaid work. Yes, you read that correctly.
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Let's Face It: Airlines Are in Trouble
by Carl Unger, SmarterTravel.com Staff
If the past week has felt like a never-ending parade of grim airline news, it's because nearly every day there was a new and, yes, grim airline story. So what's going on?
