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6 Last-Minute Christmas Vacations to Book in the U.S.

If your holiday season travel plans so far involve little more than a wish list, it’s not too late to turn your dreams into reality. With many Americans enjoying time off during the festive season, these cities make especially good getaways during the weeks surrounding Christmas. 1. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and surrounding regionCarriage rides in Bethlehem....

4 Secrets for Eating Better On Cruises: Tips from Top Chefs

It’s getting easier to find top-notch dining experiences on cruises.Cruise lines are increasingly catering to high-end tastes, offering specialty dining experiences often led by high-profile chefs. For example, British royal chef Darren McGrady, who once served Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Diana, helped create an afternoon tea experience for Princess Cruises.Even notoriously budget-oriented cruise lines...

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7 ‘Wicked’ Good Ideas for an Oz-Inspired Vacation

The big screen version of the Broadway musical “Wicked” is set to defy more than just gravity; it could break box office records. According to NBCUniversal, “Wicked” is already the No. 3 best PG-rated first-day ticket pre-seller of all time on movie ticket website Fandango, which indicates high interest in the movie ahead of its...

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Holiday Airfare Is Down. Why Isn’t Travel Spending?

Holiday airfare is down, but Americans are planning to spend more than ever on holiday travel.A September 2024 report by online travel agency Kayak shows domestic holiday airfare is at its lowest level in three years. Compared to last year, Christmas and New Year’s flight prices are down 9%, while Thanksgiving flight prices are down...

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What to Do With 2 Million Marriott Points? Get a Bellagio Fountain Show

Most people spend their hard-earned hotel points on, well, hotels. Atlanta-based accountant Scott Krupa spent more than 2.4 million Marriott Bonvoy points at the Bellagio Las Vegas Hotel and Casino for a chance to choreograph his own Fountains of Bellagio performance, a water show with lights and music that takes place at the fountains outside...

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The Busiest Travel Days Around Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving week draws major airport crowds, so it can be a brutal time to travel. And in 2024, the number of passengers screened in U.S. airports has already reached all-time highs multiple times. Because the Sunday after Thanksgiving is usually the busiest airport day of the entire year, it’s likely the 2024 Thanksgiving week will...

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Why Cruise Demand Is Even Bigger Now Than Pre-Pandemic

When the Grand Princess — a cruise ship that carried thousands of passengers bound for Mexico — instead sailed into an Oakland, California, port in early 2020, the ship quickly became a symbol of the COVID-19 pandemic. The vessel's passengers were among the first documented cases of coronavirus in the U.S. And as they waited...

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3 Pickleball Travel Destinations to Dink Away From Home

The American obsession with pickleball rages on. Last year, nearly 14 million people played pickleball in the U.S., according to a 2023 study by the Sports and Fitness Industry Association. That’s a growth rate of almost 224% over the past three years, easily making pickleball the fastest-growing sport in the country since 2020.Entrepreneurs and professional...

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My Travel Secret For Not Overpacking? The 10-$10 Rule

When traveling, packing less makes it easier to experience more. When you’re not weighed down by bulky bags, you have more freedom to jump on public transit or walk long distances without tiring. You’ll have fewer worries about repacking or losing items. With carry-ons only, you’ll avoid checked bag fees, waiting at the luggage carousel...

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How to Avoid the New ‘Shoulder Season’ Crowds

Traveling during peak season can be a drag. Visiting Europe in the summer, for example, means contending with higher prices, tight availability and throngs of fellow travelers. That’s why many savvy travelers choose to vacation during “shoulder seasons” that lie between peak season and low season — spring and autumn for many destinations. Yet remote...

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What’s the Cheapest Hawaiian Island to Visit?

Hawaii isn’t known as a cheap destination, but if you’re set on visiting the Aloha state, choosing the right island can make a big difference in the cost of your trip. If you’re looking to save on a trip to Hawaii, head to the island of Oahu. Of the four main Hawaiian islands for tourism...

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Junk Fee Ban Sparks Price Transparency Wave for Cruise Fares

Until recently, the upfront price of a cruise was often hardly reflective of the final price. That’s because hidden fees, such as port fees and taxes, on cruise lines lurked like unwelcome stowaways. However, a California junk fee law banishing these surprise charges went into effect July 1, and it’s changing how people nationwide see...

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How to Choose a Short-Term Vacation Rental With a Group

Staying at a beach house with friends can be a lot of fun. Deciding which house to rent via a poorly organized group chat? Not so much.Using vacation rental platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo for group trips makes sense. In most cases, they’re more affordable than hotels for large groups, according to a 2022 NerdWallet...

Halloween is one of the most popular seasons at Walt Disney theme parks. Disney’s California Adventure park in Anaheim, California, hosts a ticketed nighttime event called Oogie Boogie Bash, and it’s already sold out for all 2024 dates. In Orlando, Florida, Magic Kingdom’s Halloween event — dubbed Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — draws in crowds... Oogie Boogie Bash, Money Market Account, California Adventure Park, Anaheim California

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How to Save on Disney World’s Halloween Party

Halloween is one of the most popular seasons at Walt Disney theme parks. Disney’s California Adventure park in Anaheim, California, hosts a ticketed nighttime event called Oogie Boogie Bash, and it’s already sold out for all 2024 dates. In Orlando, Florida, Magic Kingdom’s Halloween event — dubbed Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party — draws in crowds...

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Remember those old internet ads promising one “weird trick” to improve your fitness forever? I never clicked on those, but I wonder if the trick was “exercise often.” Because that would work.Similarly, I’m asked all the time about the best way to use credit card reward points — specifically, points issued by banks designed to...