Travel
Storm Leaves Thousands Struggling To Get Home
The massive blizzard that left the Northeast buried under over 2 feet of snow has stranded thousands of travellers who are now trying to get home after the holiday weekend. Inbound flights began arriving at two of New York’s major airports – LaGuardia and John F. Kennedy International – on Monday night. On Tuesday morning [...]
2012 Ford (NYSE: F) Focus Is Named the Official Car of the 2011 International CES
The new 2012 Ford Focus was announced to be the official car of the 2011 International CES that will be held in Las Vegas on January 6-9. The International CES is considered to be the largest technology trade show in the world. The new Ford Focus is a perfect fit for the CES with its [...]
Google (NASDAQ: GOOG) Testing Cars That Drive Themselves
With the rise of cellphone usage in the car, maneuvering through traffic can be quite dangerous while using a phone to talk or text. Not only is it dangerous, but also illegal in most cities. Google is trying to make this become a reality, in a safe way. This can be achieved through use of [...]
Short Cruises Present Budget-Friendly Vacations with Full Amenities
Weekend getaways are often times just what the doctor ordered to re-energize one’s mind, body and soul or to just have a little fun. Cruising on a three-night itinerary can fit the bill without breaking the bank. These cruises offer great cuisine, accommodations and entertainment as well as the opportunity to experience the Bahamian culture. [...]
JetBlue Airways Welcomed as an Official Member of IATA (NASDAQ: JBLU)
JetBlue Airways is now officially able to observe their membership into the International Air Transport Association (IATA). This membership to the IATA will help to expand JetBlue’s global industry voice and also expand their partnership opportunities with other world class airlines, providing that their value based carrier meets the highest industry benchmarks. Recently, JetBlue Airways [...]
Toyota To Stop Sale of the 2010 Lexus LS 460 and Lexus LS 600h (NYSE: TM)
On Tuesday May 25, 2010 Toyota announced it will suspend sales of the 2010 Lexus LS 460 and the Lexus LS 600h in the United States for an estimated three weeks as it waits for the delivery of updated electronic control units to be used to fix a “steering defect”. According to a recent MSNBC [...]
How to Shop for an Affordable Vacation
Most of us enjoy going on summer vacations but often times the trips that we would like to take are cost prohibitive. We’d all like to stay at a Sandals resort on the Caribbean, but spending $5,000 plus on a week vacation doesn’t work for most people. Getting a cheap vacation is possible, but you [...]
No Lines for Walt Disney World (NYSE:DIS) Theme Park Rides?
To help guests skip the notoriously long lines in Walt Disney World (NYSE:DIS) theme parks, Walt Disney World is testing a system which would have people wait in “holding areas” rather than in a queue for the most popular rides and attractions. Testing began on Tuesday and Wednesday of this week in Disney’s Hollywood Studios, [...]
Travelers Ready to Explore in 2010
With most of us thawing out from a wicked winter season, we have our sights on vacation horizons. Americans are ready to get packing, according to a recent survey by TripAdvisor, as survey respondents indicate they expect to travel more in 2010 than in 2009. Forty-one percent of U.S. respondents said they plan to spend more on leisure [...]
Ford and Chrysler Vehicles Causes More Acceleration Related Car Accidents than Toyota (F, TM)
There have been more deaths in vehicles made by Ford Motor (NYSE: F), Chrysler and other brands from unintended acceleration-related accidents, often blamed on human error, than from Toyota (NYSE: TM) during the last three decades, according to data compiled for Bloomberg News by the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. Out of the 110 fatalities [...]
US Airways Fined for Price Advertising Discrepancies… Again
Three cheers for the US Department of Transportation (DOT)! US Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood is quoted as saying “When consumers shop for air travel, they have a right to know how much they will have to pay. We will continue to ensure that airlines comply with our price advertising rules.” The airline, which is based [...]
Travel Scams Target Spring Travelers
This winter has brought record breaking snowfall amounts to much of the United States. With spring just around the corner, many people including students enjoying spring break will be on the move to sunny destinations. Consumers are urged to use caution when making travel arrangements this spring as the change in weather will undoubtedly prompt [...]
Budgeting For Travel
For many individuals today, the desire to travel is strong, but the availability of funds for traveling is just not there. There are many choices for people who want to budget for their next holiday without sacrificing other areas of their life. The key for many of us today is using available options such as [...]
New Rules Give Airline Passengers More Options
Traveling by air in recent years has become more and more frustrating for consumers. Ticket prices have been on the rise while previously complimentary amenities diminish. We are paying more to travel with fewer perks and in many cases little or no control over how much time we are forced to spend at the airport [...]
Gifts for the Traveler
For those of you traveling over the holidays or for those who are planning a future trip, there are some innovative and practical products that should be added to your packing list and to your Christmas wish list. From portable tripods to inspirational frames to capture vacation memories, there is something for all who are [...]
Gifts to Inspire Travel
Whether you are celebrating the holidays at home or away, there are many gifts that inspire travel. National Geographic and LIFE are synonymous with travel and this season there are many gift ideas to delight travelers of all ages. Travel books to wines all top the list of stirring the travel senses. Food Journeys of a [...]
Travel During The Holidays and Pay Double for Your Stuff
With the holiday season already being touted in stores playing Christmas songs, it may be that time to start checking into the travel costs for gathering with family and friends. As travel costs continue to steadily increase, travelers this holiday season can expect to pay double or more just to take their luggage with them. [...]
Thanksgiving is the Busiest day for Travel: Here’s How Traveling in 2009 is Different
Thanksgiving is traditionally the most traveled holiday of the year. Digital marketing firm Zeta Interactive conducted a survey and found that 84% of people are positive about holiday travel – with buzz words like “enjoy”, “rest” and “relax” surrounding blog posts about 2009 travel plans. Last year, the same marketing firm found only about 68% [...]
Beat Vacation Blues by Capturing Travel Deals
Depressed that your summer vacation is over? You’re not alone. TripAdvisor released results from its “post-vacation blues” survey revealing that 56 percent of U.S. travelers surveyed said they often get the post-vacation blues upon returning from a trip. There are ways to combat this feeling…plan another vacation, and the travel deals are continuing in full [...]
Airlines Extend Surcharges
Remember the days when you would board an aircraft, nestle into your economy seat and rock back to take in a movie, have a complimentary light meal and non-alcoholic beverage? Once upon a time, flight attendants would shake you awake to have a cup of coffee or juice if you happened to doze off when [...]
Prepare for Wi-Fi In the Skies
For consumers who find themselves traveling more and more for work, there is good news on the horizon for passengers flying on American Airlines. In the past, traveling on long flights meant no phones, no emails, no internet from take off until landing, making for loss of productivity in the skies. However, it is all [...]
One Last Summer Travel Getaway
Today, many are packing up their cars or preparing to board aircraft for a last summer getaway. Already, the cooler temperatures across the Midwest and eastern shore are previewing the change of seasons. AAA predicts that 39.1 million are taking a Labor Day vacation, which represents a 13.3 percent decrease compared to last year’s record [...]
Wi-Fi in the Sky’s
Remember when in-flight meals were free? Once airlines started charging for the meals, they found that far less people would eat it. A very similar situation is occurring with in-flight wireless internet access – a perk airlines expected would increase revenues isn’t as desirable when passengers have to pay for it. There are more than [...]
Couples Traveling Together Spark Romance
In the midst of struggling through this economy, a romantic retreat might be just what the doctor ordered to get back to being a couple and focusing on what matters most in your lives. The US Travel Association (USTA) released a series of studies showing the various benefits travelers realize by taking a vacation. “We [...]
Global Recession = Cheap Vacations in Tahiti
If you’re looking to make a trip to Tahiti in the next year or so, you’re going to want to make sure that you get the best deal while traveling. The global economy isn’t doing so well, so that means there are less tourists traveling and you can get a lot of great deals right [...]
What’s The Deal With These Airline Fees?
The travel industry is doing a lot of promotions to get back the business they once had. Even with reduced travelers and the rising cost of fuel, there are lots of advertisements for cheap one-way airfare that sound like a steal. The only problem is that, as the old adage goes, what seems to good [...]
The Recession is Opening the Doors to Big Vacation Savings
In recent years, the travel industry was a pretty pricey business. Airline tickets, hotel costs, and luxury cruises were likely to be high ticket items, ones that many families could not afford. Well, since the recession has blown through the nation, the bigger and better vacations are now accessible to almost anyone. Airlines and other [...]
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