Summer Travel

One-third of Americans less likely to travel this summer due to economic outlook

NEW YORK, NY - Many people have fond memories of those summer vacations of their youth – hanging out at the beach with siblings, getting told by Dad to be quiet or he'll pull the car over, and ...

Kids are great, just not during a vacation

Enjoying your vacation without hordes of children around

Imagine a lovely trip to the Caribbean, your favorite mountain retreat or even Disneyland without hordes of children around.

Tourism industry hit by Euro crisis

Euro chaos: Should I stay or should I go?

In the last decade of the 20th century, the Turkish lira fell in value 1,000 times against the U.S.

More Brits seek cheap Spanish holidays

Brits turn to Spain for great deals in 2012

Travel comparison website dealchecker.co.uk has seen a significant jump in the number of people searching for flights to Spain in the first quarter of 2012 compared to the same time last year.

Only 7 percent of Brits to attend London Olympics

The Olympics? We'd rather go on holiday!

LONDON, England - Only 7% of Brits to attend the London Olympics as homeowners tap in to the potential and rent out their property.

Best US Family Beaches

Top 10 US beaches for families announced

PENNINGTON, N.J. - The annual list of the "Best U.S. Beaches for Families." has been announced by Family Vacation Critic site.

European Travel Trends

Bed and Breakfast emerging in Europe

EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands - The phenomenon of bed & breakfast is flourishing in Europe. Research showed that during the past five years, many B&B's were started.

Most Popular Ski Resorts of 2011

Mammoth Mountain ranked as most popular ski resort in North America

BOSTON, Mass. - In its final ranking of the most popular ski resorts for the 2011 calendar year, SkiReports.com ranks California's Mammoth Mountain as the most popular ski resort in North ...

2011 Vacation Deprivation Study

Vacation study reveals wide work-life disparity across five continents

BELLEVUE, Wash. - The results of the 2011 Vacation Deprivation study, an annual analysis of vacation habits across multiple countries and continents, have been released today.

Travel To Europe

Europe-bound travelers encouraged to buy now

ORLANDO, Fla. - Airlines are expected to cut seating capacity on international flights to Europe next year between five percent and 10 percent, according to TravCorp USA.

British Airways

British Airways reveals top October half-term holiday destinations

CRAWLEY, England - British Airways has revealed its top holiday destinations for travellers still wanting to get away this October half-term for a late autumn getaway.

Vacationing Brits overspent by more than GBP5.5 billion

British "holi-debts" reach GBP5.5 billion

LONDON, England - Vacationing Britons overspent by more than GBP5.5 billion whilst on their holidays this summer, setting themselves up for months of repayments and cost-cutting, according to new ...

Crystal Cruises

Crystal announces new Mediterranean cruises

LOS ANGELES, Calif - With busy professionals' vacation breaks (and attention spans) getting shorter, ultra-luxury Crystal Cruises is offering new six- and seven-day fall Mediterranean getaways ...

Summer Travel

7 burglary prevention tips for your summer vacation

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Warm weather is finally here, and you might be planning your summer vacation.

New Platform Offers Deals on World-Class Resorts and Hotels

Overstock.com launches discounted vacations section

SALT LAKE CITY - Overstock.com, Inc. announced today that it will now offer deep discounts on vacation getaways.

High Domestic Fares Send Indians Abroad

As domestic airfares rise more Indians opt to holiday abroad

NEW DELHI - Buoyed by attractive airfares and affordable hotel room rates, more Indians have chosen to holiday abroad this season compared to last year.

Travel Trends

Survey: Americans are least adventurous on vacation

SANTA ROSA, Calif.

Brits not traveling out of the country

Brits keeping their vacations in UK

Right now it appears that consumers are being just a little too cautious.

Israeli Travel Warning

Israel issues travel warning for Muslim states

JERUSALEM — Israel's intelligence community has warned nationals against vacations in Arab or Muslim states.

Most Consumers Plan To Stay In Their Own Countries

Global economy not dampening plans for travels and vacations

SHELTON, Connecticut - More than 60 percent of consumers around the world are planning to spend as much or more on their vacations this year as they did on their last getaways, according to new ...

Jamaica Tourism

Cagey vacationers cancel trips to Jamaica

Jamaica's booming tourism industry has taken a hit as a result of four days of gun battles in a Kingston neighborhood where Christopher ``Dudus'' Coke, wanted for extradition by the United States ...

Extra Fees And Hidden Costs

Avoiding hidden vacation costs - READ the fine print

Many consumers will spend more than they expected for airline travel and hotel stays this summer.

Coconut Smashing Tops The List

The joys of multigenerational vacations

Splat! Plop! BAM! My nearly 3-year-old son Matt was methodically smashing coconuts on the stone terrace next to the pool of our rented villa in St.

European Travel

Travel demand increases across Europe

Vacation demand has stabilized for the 2010 summer season in Germany and in the UK in particular, two of the largest tourism source markets in Europe.

Destinations Where Human Rights And Environment Are Protected

New report helps travelers plan ethical vacations

Are you the kind of traveler who wants to have a great time AND feel good about where your travel budget is going?

Vacation Deals

Bad economy's silver lining - good vacation deals

Talk about fireworks.

Vacations In Asia

Asian tourism boards choose Charming Asia Tours for partnerships

Charming Asia Tours, the leading wholesale travel provider specializing in Asia, has partnered with multiple Asian tourism boards to highlight the region’s unique opportunities for business and ...

"Layoff Insurance"

Nervous travelers demanding 'layoff insurance'

Does your boss raise an eyebrow when you ask to schedule time off?

Maybe you need layoff insurance for your next vacation.

Family Vacations

Travel industry scrambles to cope as Americans spend less

The sinking U.S. economy is forcing many Americans to cut back on or give up a hallowed tradition: the family vacation.

Thousands Of Tourists Cancel Their Vacations

Tourists leave Guadeloupe after being stranded due to riots

BASSE-TERRE, Guadeloupe — Tourists trapped by violent protests on this French Caribbean island began leaving Thursday after a third night of mayhem when rioters fired at police, stormed a city ...