7 bizarre Airbnb rentals that are almost too weird to believe
Weird accommodation options are part of Airbnb's charm, so we'd like to propose seven current listings that should be verified immediately. If these folks are offering what they say they're offering, we just might book a night or two.
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A dozen things to do in Maui
A dozen things to eat and see in Maui, from globally-influenced dining at Amasia to a hundred-year-old bakery and off-the-tourist-beat ramen.
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New Orleans: Eating in the Big Easy
The best dishes, grandest places, and most colorful culinary history. The heritage of Big Easy dining is alive, well, and thriving.
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8 hot honeymoon trends
Find out why small, stylish hotels, unique cruises, and adrenaline-inducing trips are all the rage in honeymoon travel.
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Travel guide: Chengdu, China
Where to eat, what to do, and where to stay when visiting Chengdu, China.
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A guide to the oyster regions of Virginia
Virginia is now once again a place that raises many happy oysters.
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10 tips to avoid vacation weight gain
After days of sampling every dish that your destination has to offer, it should come as no surprise when your jeans begin to feel tight. In order to avoid weight gain, try these 10 tips.
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Billionaire unveils plans for Titanic replica, can't promise it won't sink
Would you fancy sailing on the replica of a ship that 100 years earlier sank with the loss of more than 1500 lives?
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Why does traveling so often bring out the worst in people?
There's something about travel -- whether you're flying, driving or sailing -- that brings out the jerk in all of us.
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Why does reason go out the window when people fly?
The problem with air travel, both from a passenger and an airline perspective, is that we've disengaged our brains almost completely from the process.
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Passports with Purpose: Send your money on a trip to help those in need
Want to send your money somewhere really useful? A mere $10 to Passports with Purpose can help provide clean water in Haiti.
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7 foods you can only get in Wisconsin
For one Madison, Wis., native, a visit home always evokes a sort of a happy anxiety—so much to eat, so little time.
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Travel etiquette: When reclining seats take away your space
I need to work on my laptop during a flight, he needs to lean his seat back. Where do we find the point of compromise and how do the airlines take part in the final decision?
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The great American road trip: Why rush through it?
Every now and then you'll see signs that say, 'What's your hurry?' which are nothing more than oblique warnings of an approaching speed trap. But should we read them another way?
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Have a healthy vacation
Here's how to keep the family healthy while you're away -- plus what to do if sickness does strike.
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Best cameras under $300
You don't need to take out a second mortgage for a DSLR to take great photos. Here are Digital Trends' favorite cameras that will do it for under $300.
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Can breastfeeding activists have it both ways on a plane?
One of the hot discussions this summer centered around the rights of mothers to nurse their babies on a plane.
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Whatever happened to enjoying the journey while traveling?
If you find yourself dreading the journey before you're able to enjoy the destination, perhaps it's time to stop accepting inadequate service from airlines, hotels and cruise lines.
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Travel sites: When a confirmation isn't really a confirmation
Do travelers really need to call the online travel agency or check the website to confirm a booking, or should e-mails (or the lack of an e-mail) be enough?
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The truth behind airline codesharing
Frommer's reveals the truth behind some common myths about codesharing, or how airlines may deceive its passengers.
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How to actually have a vacation on vacation
Ever find yourself saying you need a vacation after your vacation? Here's how you can truly relax while you're away.
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Skipping the fine print can cost you hundreds of dollars
Hidden hotel booking fees and codeshare flights have at least one thing in common: unhappy customers.
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Are airlines treating unaccompanied minors properly?
If airlines charge extra for unaccompanied minors, shouldn't airline employees and flight attendants actually take care of the kids?
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Can United Airlines fix itself?
After a bumpy merger with Continental, can United turn things around? And will the airline be able to win back disgruntled passengers who have already fled to the competition?
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Should children be banned from red-eye flights?
When it comes to red-eye flights, who has more rights -- the crying baby and the parents, or the tired passenger who desperately wants to sleep?
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New tipping traps to watch for
Travelers are often criticized for under-tipping, but what happens when travelers inadvertently over-tip? Beware of businesses that include gratuities on bills 'for your convenience.'
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What to pack for your summer getaway
Summer clothes are so lightweight and versatile, you won't even need to check a bag, whether you're spending a weekend at the beach or a week in Paris.
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Two people, one car and a 23-year, 500,000 mile journey around the world
This Mercedes Benz G-Wagen, affectionately named Otto, has carried Gunther Holtorf and his wife Christine on an incredible 500,000 mile journey around the world.
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Airports in N.Y., L.A., Hawaii deemed worst for pandemic spread
Among airports in the United States, JFK in New York City, LAX in Los Angeles and Honolulu International Airport in Hawaii are most likely to play a major role in the spread of a pandemic, according to a new study.
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The pros and cons of timeshare ownership
Is a lifetime of vacations too good to be true?
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Six fairs worth the trip
Check out this list of great state and regional fairs happening across America.
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Exchange rate rip-offs & how to avoid them
Fees for exchanging currency may not be new, but the rise in electronic transactions means they may be harder to detect. Here's how to avoid costly surprises when traveling.
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What to do when your airline tells you to stop complaining
When responding to complaints by passengers, airlines can end the discussion by stating that there will be no further correspondence on the problem. Is that fair?
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5 new honeymoon hotel luxuries
Hotel perks have moved beyond the customary chocolate on your pillow. Here are some unexpected ways hotels will accommodate during your stay.
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Do hotels charge for 'complimentary' items?
How can something that's complimentary end up costing you a few bucks? Leave it to some sneaky hotels to find a way.
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Is taking tech on vacation an intrusion or improvement?
From poolside smartphones to on-demand movies anywhere, technology has changed what it means to "get away from it all," for better and worse.
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How to plan a debt-free vacation
With some foresight and a little planning, you can enjoy your break without worrying about breaking the bank. Here are some suggestions to get you started.
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Hotel room germs abound on TV remotes, light switches
Television remotes and bedside lamp switches are right up there with toilets and bathrooms sinks in having the highest levels of bacterial contamination in U.S. hotel rooms, a new study shows.
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Air travel gets even more absurd this summer
From difficult refund processes to bin-hogging passengers, this summer is poised to be another frustrating season for travelers.
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How to buy a camcorder
From palm-size pocket cams to full-fledged camcorders, here's how to choose a video camera that will work for you.
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When dead airlines rise, can lost refunds be reclaimed?
Under current laws, bankrupt airlines that go belly up and then are revived as 'new' airlines may not have to refund money to passengers. Is that fair or foul?
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How to turn your hotel keys into luggage tags
Got a collection of plastic hotel room keys from your last vacation? Don't throw them away because they'll actually come in handy for your next trip.
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How to climb the Leaning Tower of Pisa
If you want to see the famously faulty Italian tower, you're going to have to follow these rules very carefully.
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Beware of hotel "resort fees" or you could end up with a $450 bill too
A nightly resort fee adds up for a traveler who books a Las Vegas hotel for almost a month. Should this mandatory fee be bundled into the room rate?
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The best camping gadgets for technology lovers
Today's explorers want to stay connected even in the wilderness. And they can thanks to a wide range of products that let campers stay in touch with music, media content and more.
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Time travel with the family in Birmingham, England
In only four days, one family saw the 1400s, 1800s, mid-twentieth century and a glimpse of the future -- all without leaving the West Midlands. Here's how they did it.
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Ever want to sleep in a giant tube pipe? Now you can at Tubohotel
Tubohotel recycles tube pipes into unique accommodations in the exotic camping grounds of a Mexican city.
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How to rent a villa in Tuscany
What you need to know before you trade in that urban hotel for a house in the Italian countryside.
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Cruise ship safety: What to expect in a muster drill
The tragedy aboard Costa Concordia has focused the spotlight on the cruise industry. Two experts offer their take on how to be prepared for onboard emergencies.
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Vacation travel advice for parents with young kids
Without question, traveling with young children over an extended period of time requires planning. Here are some tips to help you get over the river and through the woods without too much anxiety.
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Airport X-ray body scanners banned in Europe over cancer risks
The controversial "backscatter" X-ray body scanners will no longer be used at European airports due to health risks associated with the technology.
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Siemens provides first look at new Amtrak locomotives
