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Top Tips for Traveling Abroad with Your Smartphone
There are now smartphones on the American market that can be used as "local" phones abroad—meaning you don't have to shell out the price of a companion ticket to use the features that make these gadgets so, well, companionable.
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The Days of Hidden Fees to End for Airline Passengers
The last of bait-and-switch airfare pricing may finally be upon us. At least, that's what several new regulations going into effect by the end of January suggest.
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Delta, Lufthansa Raise Fares in Response to New E.U. Emissions Law
Fares to Europe are likely to increase in 2012, as airlines will look for ways to offset costs imposed by a new law that took effect on January 1.
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Four Steps to a Perfect Frequent Flyer Future
Being a savvy frequent flyer means putting together a cohesive, personalized strategy for accruing as many miles as possible—including racking up points from sources that don't involve air travel. But given the number of options, creating an action plan and a way to manage it can be daunting. As such, we've devised a cheat sheet to get you started on your way to cashing in a pile of points for your dream trip.
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Nine Steps for Saving Your Smartphone's Battery
Travel delays can mean having to occupy yourself for hours, and if tapping away on your smartphone is how you pass the time, your battery is bound to get zapped—fast. Rather than comb the terminal for a place to plug in, a few short steps can make your mobile last a lot longer.
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Is Seatmate Selection the Next Trend in Air Travel?
The days of dealing with that annoying passenger seated beside you may soon be over, as two major airlines are offering customers the chance to choose seatmates in advance.
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American Airlines Says Bankruptcy Won't Affect Customers
In a statement this afternoon, American Airlines announced that it would continue normal operations following the bankruptcy of its parent company, AMR Corporation, which also owns American Eagle.
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Earn More Travel Miles by Eating Out
Who knew you could rack up loyalty points just by dining out at your favorite restaurants? The dining-rewards arms of most airline and hotel loyalty programs are free and dead-easy to participate in. If you’re already dining out—or planning a big event—you might as well score some points for your next vacation.
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Tips for Staying Healthy In-Flight
It’s a cruel joke that the busiest travel months of the year are also the time most plagued with illnesses. Thanks to crowded flights with recycled air, catching a cold or other virus is a common post-flight fate. Here are some simple tips to help you survive the travel season relatively unscathed.
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Maximize Travel Reward Points on Cyber Monday and Beyond
The biggest online shopping day of the year, Cyber Monday, is right around the corner on November 28. While buying holiday gifts online, you can also treat yourself to huge frequent flyer and loyalty point gains.
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