7 Dream Islands
On these seven islands, you're guaranteed to get there before anyone you know. Plus, see our slide show of these far-flung islands.
Tips for Driving in Europe
Europe's little idiosyncrasies aren't so charming when you're trying to keep up with the traffic laws and protocols.
Summer Lake Towns
Hang on to summer by retreating to an easygoing, affordable lake town, where you can embrace simple pleasures—fishing, huckleberry picking, go-karting, and old-fashioned sweets. We've picked seven to jog your memory; chances are, there's a similar one near you.
You, Unplugged
Declare your independence from electronic gadgets! Here are six vacation spots where PDAs, internet connections, and even TVs are becoming a thing of the past.
The Next Big Thing
From the half-mile-tall Burj Dubai to a 16-deck cruise ship with its very own Central Park—these eight coming attractions caught our imagination and got us thinking big about the future.
Chicago at a Price That's Right
Budget Travel editors have picked reliable, affordable places to stay in a wide variety of Chicago neighborhoods. Here are ten properties worth considering, from retro inns to apartment-style hotels.
20 Photos: Beijing in Transition
Beijing has never welcomed travelers as eagerly as it is welcoming them now. View photos of Beijing's ambitious new stadiums, subways, and high-rises.
10 Great Islands You've Never Heard Of!
You escape to an island for that splendid sense of isolation. The problem is, lots of other travelers have the exact same idea. These days, getting away from it all requires some creativity.
Girlfriend Getaways: Surf Camps of the World
Costa Rica may be a hot spot for surf safaris, but you can also learn how to ride the waves at these five camps scattered across the globe.
Greece by Kayak, $1,995
Stay in small coastal inns and kayak around the island of Mílos, the westernmost of the Cyclades islands, known for beautiful coastlines with unusual caves and cliffs and azure waters.
Online Trip Coach: Girlfriend Getaways
On Tuesday, August 26, Girlfriend Getaways editors answer your questions.
Win a Monograms Trip in Hawaii
It's our 10th anniversary, and to celebrate, Budget Travel and Monograms are giving away a 7-day Oahu & Maui trip for two! Play our photo scramble, and you could win.
The Town That Became a Hotel
Ancient Italian villages are being turned into a new kind of hotel, where the rooms are spread out across town and you share the streets with residents. One of the best of these alberghi diffusi is Sextantio, in the Abruzzi mountains.
Delta Raises Baggage Fees Again, and Consumers Lash Out
From our blog: In the latest in the seemingly never-ending series of announcements by airlines on new fees, Delta said it will now charge people $50 each way to check a second bag on domestic flights, double the current $25.
Confessions Of… An Airline Agent
When it comes to flight changes and delays, our confessor tells us, "sometimes the agent is the last one to know."
Airline Vouchers 101
Giving up your seat for a free lift is tempting. Depending on the airline, however, redeeming the darn thing might be more trouble than it's worth.
15 Places Every Kid Should See
Here's our pick of important American landmarks that every kid should visit. Our choices might surprise you.
Zoo Babies 2008
Overdose on cute animal photos: Our slide show has the new kids on the block at U.S. zoos, including four playful meerkat pups, an endangered Bonobo named Mali, and a leaf froglet.
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