Mar 1st, 2013 at 10:00AM: Spring break is just around the corner, and if you haven't already planned a trip, our friends at Expedia have mined their price stats to come up with some of the most budget-friendly locations around. From family-friendly to party-hearty, these trips won't break the bank.
Tampa, Florida
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Budget Locations For Spring Break Travel
Mar 1st, 2013 at 10:00AM: Spring break is just around the corner, and if you haven't already planned a trip, our friends at Expedia have mined their price stats to come up with some of the most budget-friendly locations around. From family-friendly to party-hearty, these trips won't break the bank.
Tampa, Florida
Home of the New York Yankees' spring training camp, this sunny destination has much to offer both ...Cuba: Nine US cities cleared for charter flights
Aug 1st, 2011 at 1:30PM:
Nine US airports have been approved for charter flights to Cuba, Reuters reported this morning. The Cuban travel agency Havanatur Celimar made the announcement on Friday.
The US government forbids commercial flights between the United States and Cuba, so all air travel between the two countries has to proceed on charter planes. The Obama Administration has already removed all restrictions ...3 great books about cruise vacations
Jan 15th, 2011 at 7:00AM: While blogging, video, interactive travel books and online travelguides have command a lot of interest, books (like with paper and ink) are still being published. Here are some of the best about cruise vacations for your weekend reading pleasure.
Selling the Sea- An inside Look at the Cruise Industry
Written by cruise industry veterans Bob Dickinson from Carnival Cruise Lines fame and Andy ...17 great destinations for romance
May 21st, 2010 at 3:30PM:
Some say that romance is a lost art - but it's not. It's just hiding, waiting to be uncovered in some of the most beautiful places around the globe. Whether you are trying to show that special someone that they truly are special, making a proposal, or rekindling the flame you once had with your spouse, setting the stage is your first step to success. Whether you are searching for the perfect ...Porn star rights Customs' wrong
Apr 26th, 2010 at 8:00AM: A Brooklyn guy was faced with the worst of scenarios. Coming through customs on a return trip from Puerto Rico, he was cuffed in San Juan. He was accused of transporting child pornography, because a copy of the DVD "Little Lupe the Innocent" was found in his bags. Of course, Carlos Simon-Timmerman claimed his innocence, so in his mind at least, he was staring down two decades in prison for ...Hotel Review: The Verdanza Hotel in Puerto Rico
Jan 31st, 2010 at 4:00PM:
Formerly a Holiday Inn (and long before that, a 60's era tennis club and hotel), the Verdanza Hotel in Puerto Rico underwent major renovations as it transitioned from chain to independent hotel. The local ownership remained the same, but the decor, attitude, and commitment to the environment is all new.
The vibe here is young - both the GM and the chef are the youngest to hold those ...Verdanza Hotel opens in Puerto Rico
Dec 8th, 2009 at 3:00PM: There's a new hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico. On Friday, the Verdanza Hotel opened its doors, offering an upscale urban-inspired experience ... but only a few steps from the beach. It's not far from the Isla Verde tourism district, so you'll have plenty of access. And, the 222-room hotel (with 20 suites) boasts three restaurants and a pastry shop. Look for some personalized touches at the Verdanza ...Tied to a chair and robbed in a five-star hotel
Nov 12th, 2009 at 12:00PM: No matter who you are or how fancy your hotel is, inviting strangers to your room is a risky business. Just ask Robert J. Anello, a New York Lawyer who was staying at the lovely Ritz-Carlton, San Juan in Puerto Rico's posh Isla Verde district (shown). He was tied up in his room with lamp cords and a necktie just before dawn on Monday, and had $800 cash and his two cell phones stolen.
Associated ...Photo of the Day (11.8.09)
Nov 8th, 2009 at 6:00PM:
Anyone looking for a taste Caribbean colonial charm should head for Puerto Rico's Old San Juan. It's an area with loads of atmosphere - brightly colored pastel mansions, cobblestone streets, and a surprising street art scene. I particularly liked the bold colors and gritty charm of this photo in Old San Juan by Flickr user robertrexdotcom. It reminded me of my visit last year, wandering the ...Photo of the day (9-24-09)
Sep 24th, 2009 at 6:00PM: This panoramic picture taken in San Juan, Puerto Rico by robertrex365 is a perfect example of an HDR shot that hasn't been overdone to the point of looking like a scene from The Lord of the Rings. Robert is taking part in Project 365!, which is a Flickr group that is committed to taking one good picture every day. Hopefully Robert hasn't peaked with this shot. Are you a Flickr user who'd like to ...Plane Answers: Sudden acceleration on landing and lining up on final approach
Jun 29th, 2009 at 5:00PM: Welcome to Gadling's feature, Plane Answers, where our resident airline pilot, Kent Wien, answers your questions about everything from takeoff to touchdown and beyond. Have a question of your own? Ask away! Darren from Engadget asks: Hey Kent! Just got back from a LIR -> ATL -> RDU trip, and I thought of a question. When the plane (we were on a 737) is just seconds from touching down on the ...Fort San Cristóbal - Puerto Rico's historic and beautiful landmark
Jun 17th, 2009 at 9:00AM: Fort San Cristóbal, as I mentioned in my article "Old San Juan - Beautiful Views and What to Do," is a must-see on any trip to Old San Juan. Even if you think history is kind of a yawner, the views will astound you -- just the color of the stone is visually luscious enough to charm you. And since we're on the topic, here's a quick history lesson for you. I'll try to make it fun. ...Budget Travel: San Juan, PR
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Jan 14th, 2009 at 11:30AM: Summary: One of the frequent knocks on the Caribbean is that many of the islands (not all) are nothing more than receptacles for tourists. That there's no real dynamic culture and sense of place. But this statement also ignores the fact that millions of Americans head to the Caribbean each year, and many of them are looking for nothing more than a cheap vacation with a beautiful beach and a ...An open letter to US Airways
Jan 8th, 2009 at 10:30AM: I just got back from spending a week visiting a friend in Puerto Rico. Considering I am tan, well-rested and had perfect weather, I guess it was a successful trip. But it was almost derailed from the very beginning when US Airways lost my luggage.
You see, I was forced to check my luggage because the overhead compartments were full. When I asked the US Airways representative why people in our ...Gadling TAKE FIVE: Week of May 24--May 30
May 30th, 2008 at 4:00PM: Although, finding deals are still on our minds (poor Iva in Moscow is having little luck), food and drink has been one topic of interest this week.
Iva, for example, has found some solace in the vodka. She's discovered loads of it, and all brands are not the same.
Aaron has clued us into saying good-bye to free peanuts--even though they cost peanuts-- and has told us where the best ...Cockpit Chronicles: Our easiest trip: the two-day San Juan
May 27th, 2008 at 10:00AM: I finished the last Paris trip four hours before my wife Linda and the kids would arrive in Boston on a Lufthansa flight from Germany. I debated waiting for them at the airport, but I knew Linda would be especially thrilled if she didn't have to go to the store on the way home to pick up some milk for her morning tea. So I drove up to New Hampshire, picked up some milk and fresh fruit, dropped off ...Drinking in San Juan's convenience stores
Apr 19th, 2008 at 11:00PM: Vacationing in any foreign place takes a little bit of acclimating to get used to the bar scene. You have to know the right bars and locations to go to avoid being labeled as a tourist or getting ripped off. For example, my friend Ered always loves going to "Wine Bars" when we're in foreign countries -- but if something has WINE BAR written in English on the front facade, it's catering to ...Eating mallorcas in Old San Juan
Apr 15th, 2008 at 9:20AM: This past weekend I had an opportunity to experience the many pleasures of Puerto Rico's Old San Juan neighborhood. Ringed by massive stone walls and the imposing El Morro fortress, the historic heart of this former Spanish colonial capital provides a virtual feast for the senses. As I meandered the area's narrow cobblestone streets, I passed by block after block of majestic, pastel-colored ...The Busiest Labor Day Destinations
Aug 28th, 2007 at 3:55PM: Where is everyone traveling to this Labor Day? Orbitz.com has compiled a list of the 10 busiest Labor Day destinations based on booking trends. Here's what they found:
Busiest U.S. airport: Chicago O'Hare (Last year: No. 3)
Busiest International Airport: London Heathrow (Last year: No. 2)
Busiest U.S. City: New York, NY (No. 2: Chicago)
Busiest International City: London (No. 2: San ...World's Best Islands
May 15th, 2007 at 3:36PM: Guess what? There actually are people who don't like islands. I know, I know, it seems crazy to me, too, but these are probably the same people who dislike ice cream, tax refunds, and heaven. For the rest of us... we'll always have islands.
T&L recently compiled a list of their favorite islands. As you'd expect, the list includes some real hum-dingers:
Santorini, Greece
Cocoa ...
