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Were you a well-mannered traveler in 2007?
During this inaugural year of the Well-Mannered Traveler column, we???ve covered a lot of territory ??? traveling with pets, proper decorum at a campsite, sitting next to large seatmates, and much, much more. More: continued here
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Tango time with actor Keith Robinson
Keith Robinson???s career is on a roll. The Georgia-bred actor and singer is starring in the upcoming miniseries Moon,??? which premieres on CBS on Jan. 13, and he???s in theatres now in the film ???This Christmas.??? More: continued here
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8 things travelers should expect in 2008
Travelers deserve a break in ???08. Too bad they won???t get one. No reasonable traveler, travel expert, or wannabe-traveler can look at the wearisome events of 2007 and say, ???No worries, 2008 will be great.??? It???s impossible. More: continued here
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In-flight Internet raises etiquette concerns
Seat 17D is yapping endlessly on an Internet phone call. Seat 16F is flaming Seat 16D with expletive-laden chats. Seat 16E is too busy surfing pornography sites to care. Seat 17C just wants to sleep. More: continued here
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The year in travel: Grounded in ???07
When you look back at the most important travel news of 2007, you might be tempted to start ??? and end ??? with the passenger rights revolution. Remember all those planes stranded on the tarmac on Valentine???s Day, the media feeding frenzy that followed and the ensuing, but as-yet unsuccessful, pu …
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Troubleshooter: No room ??? and no refund
When Colin West arrives at the Howard Johnson Express in New York, there???s no room for him. He???s sent to another nearby hotel, but has to pay for the room himself. West gets his money back for the first hotel from Priceline, but does it owe him something for the new hotel, too? More: continued …
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Delta’s attempt to educate falls flat
Board an airplane these days and you just never know what might happen. Wait a minute ??? actually, it???s a very good bet you know exactly what???s in store. More: continued here
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The year in travel
When you look back at the most important travel news of 2007, you might be tempted to start ??? and end ??? with the passenger rights revolution. Remember all those planes stranded on the tarmac on Valentine???s Day, the media feeding frenzy that followed and the ensuing, but as-yet unsuccessful, pu …
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Well-mannered strategies for flirting on the fly
The modern-day traveler now seems comfortable having a haircut, a massage or a manicure at an airport. So why not a date? More: continued here
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Help! I???m stuck with a ticket I didn???t buy
Denise Reed calls Delta Airlines to get a price quote on a flight between Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Memphis. Or so she thinks. A few days later, she gets a bill. Now Delta won???t return her money, saying its tickets are nonrefundable. Is Reed out of luck? More: continued here
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10 legendary motorcycle rides
France may have its vineyards, and Rome its ancient ruins, but America is the undisputed wonderland of roads. Here in the Land of the Free, the open road has long been a symbol of independence, and all the more so on a motorcycle. But where to begin? More: continued here
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A comfortable truth in the Caribbean
On unspoiled Andros Island in the Bahamas, one little resort has been tranquilly cruising far ahead of the wave of environmentally friendly theory and practice and has created a model for the future of low-impact Caribbean tourism ??? all without a single guest having to bathe in a bucket. More: c …
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Puttin’ on the Ritz in London
The sun may no longer rise on the British Empire, but Britannia has bequeathed the world one bright legacy that has not yet lost its shine: the English gentleman. For those who would savor a turn in such civilized footsteps ??? far from the madding beefeaters and tour buses ??? behold this prescript …
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A comfortable truth
On unspoiled Andros Island in the Bahamas, one little resort has been tranquilly cruising far ahead of the wave of environmentally friendly theory and practice and has created a model for the future of low-impact Caribbean tourism ??? all without a single guest having to bathe in a bucket. More: c …
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Pink Flamingos -?? in France?
In the weeks leading up to our first trip to Provence, we pored over guidebooks, reacquainting ourselves with images immortalized by Cezanne and popularized by the films Jean de Florette and Manon Of The Spring. More: continued here
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Vacations for??beer lovers
Beer usually conjures images of fraternity keggers, tailgate parties and Homer Simpson loafing at Moes Tavern. But U.S. beer drinkers are becoming more sophisticated in their suds consumption, matching beer with food and experimenting with different varieties than those endlessly promoted on footbal …
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What’s new at our national parks
The days are getting longer; the wildflowers are blooming; and the snow is melting out of the high country. In other words, it???s prime time for the country???s National Park System. If you???re planning a visit this summer, be prepared for new fees, new facilities and a few ongoing problems. More …
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A perfect summer day in Maine
Smell the wild roses, fly a kite, scramble on the rocks, and wade into the surf. All this and more makes for a long, perfect summer day along the winding roads and rugged shores of midcoast Maine. A series of peninsulas here juts into the ocean, and every byway offers its own treasures. More: cont …
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Do Vegas - without spending a fortune
Its a sure bet youre going to spend some money if you visit Las Vegas, even if you steer clear of the gambling. But in a city known for its temptations, you can save a dollar here and there and still have a good time. More: continued here
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Get soaked in Maine
Spring is considered the best time to go whitewater rafting, when rivers are high and wild. But all summer long and into fall, you can find exciting Class IV rapids up in Maine at The Forks. Many other rivers around the country are calm and low by August, but not here. Thats because the rivers are d …
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