Tipping Tips for Travelers
Cash may be king, but figuring out how much of it to tip can leave travelers feeling like paupers. We asked experts and seasoned travelers for their best advice on tipping.
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Why Your Credit Card Needs an International Upgrade: The EMV Chip
When you're traveling abroad, the last thing you might be worried about is whether your credit card will speak the native language, but because U.S. cards lack a certain key bit of technology, many times, they won't. But in some cases, that will soon be changing.
When Using a Travel Agent Can Save You Money
Customers who quit using travel agents in favor of websites such as Travelocity or Kayak are coming back -- and no wonder. Getting a good deal on travel is only getting more complicated. When are you better off using an agent than trying to fly solo? Read on ...
Expedia's Game Plan for India's Travel Market
Online travel portal Expedia began doing business in India almost two years ago, and is now scaling up operations there. By forming partnerships with local suppliers, Expedia hopes to jump to fourth place in the market in less than a year. Here's how it plans to go about it.
Why U.S. Airlines Are Beating Europe's
The Continent's carriers have been hit by volcanic ash, currency woes, the debt crisis and falling consumer confidence. U.S. airlines have avoided much of that storminess.
