The World's Greatest Vacations

Carnival Triumph Returns To Service

2013-06-17

The troubled Carnival Triumph begins a new chapter Thursday in Galveston, Texas. The ship sets sail on its first cruise since February’s engine fire left it adrift in the Gulf of Mexico, with more than 4,200 passengers enduring power outages, overflowing toilets and food shortages. Now outfitted with new emergency power capabilities and additional fire safety technology, […]

First Look: Royal Princess’ Glass-Bottomed SeaWalk

2013-06-14

What’s it like to stroll across the 17-deck-high, glass-bottomed “SeaWalk” on Princess Cruises’ newest ship? In a word, scary — at least if you’re afraid of heights. The photos on this page, taken today aboard the soon-to-debut Royal Princess, offer a sneak peek at the much-ballyhooed attraction, an industry first. Located on the starboard side of the […]

Breathtaking Photos Of Hong Kong Airport Glory Days

2013-06-14

“Goodbye Kai Tak and thank you.” Some 15 years after Richard Siegel, Hong Kong’s then-director of Civil Aviation, bid farewell and turned off the lights at Hong Kong Kai Tak International Airport (Kai Tak), the old airport has been given a new life. With official ceremonies set for this week, it will be rechristened Kai Tak Cruise Terminal. The […]

Summer’s Priciest Vacation Destinations

2013-06-13

Wondering how much your neighbors are paying for that family vacation to Hawaii this summer? How about your colleague who’s headed to New York City? Turns out New York City, despite being most frequently named the most expensive destination for travelers most of the year has been edged out this summer — barely — by […]

Pick Your Perk! Choose From 4 Celebrity Offers

2013-06-12

Book a vacation in Europe, and take advantage of a limited time event that lets you choose from for amazing options. Book by June 19 to choose offer that best fits your style and experience a modern, upscale vacation in the Old World that will leave you completely relaxed and renewed. Plus, enjoy airfare from […]

Terranea Resort Selected as Lexus’ Exclusive Hotel Partner in Southern California

2013-06-12

Terranea Resort, Los Angeles’ premier oceanfront resort, announces a strategic alliance with luxury brand Lexus, joining an exclusive group of hotel partners maintained by the auto brand throughout the United States and the only partner currently in Southern California. Terranea is now the preferred hotel and resort of Lexus in Southern California, located along Los Angeles’ […]

8 Hotel Fees That May Surprise You

2013-06-12

We’ve come to expect fees for hotel WiFi and parking, but as lodging fees pile up, there are some that may come as a surprise to even the seasoned business traveler. Early check-in? Some hotels charge for it. Restocking that $5 bottle of water you drank out of the minibar? Yes, some properties charge for that, […]

Rick Steves: How To Find A Good Hotel In Europe

2013-06-11

A major expense of any European vacation is the cost of accommodations. No matter where you go–whether a bustling city like Madrid or a mid-sized destination like Sevilla–the neighborhood and hotel you choose help shape your experience. But you don’t have to spend a fortune to find a nice, comfortable place to rest your head […]

Most Popular Destinations For Vacation Homes

2013-06-10

With the worst of the economic crisis behind us, many Americans are re-entering the market for vacation homes. A new snapshot of the second-home market provides rankings of the most popular areas for online searches for vacation homes for sale or rent on the real estate website Trulia. The site also provides some guidelines for […]

How To Pack Light – 9 Tips To Lighten Your Load

2013-06-07

Packing requires practicality: Not only must you carefully plot what items to bring, but you must also strategically organize them into one compact carry-on. With steep checked-baggage fees increasing already lofty flight costs, experienced globetrotters often suggest stripping down to the absolute essentials in order to hold on to some dough. Add the burden of […]