Vacation Bliss May Be Hiding in Forgotten Rewards Points
Forgotten credit card rewards points and frequent flyer miles can make a summer trip possible when you thought you might be stuck at home.
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The Secret to Free Museum Admissions
Love museums but hate spending big bucks on admission fees? Here's a trick that can save you hundreds of dollars at hundreds of museums.
8 Money-Saving Tips For Your Next Cruise Vacation
For travelers undeterred by the mishap that have befallen the cruise industry, this is a good time to save money on a cruise vacation, experts say.
Save Some Green for St. Patrick's Day: This Weekend's Best Deals
Every Friday, DailyFinance scours deal sites, social media and retailer emails to find the best weekend deals. Here are a few for St. Patrick's Day.
Mickey Mouse Is Watching You: Does MyMagic Know Too Much?
Walt Disney World is about to get a bit more magical, but Mickey Mouse will have to soothe some skeptical privacy advocates along the way. Guests using its new MyMagic wristbands will get a more personalized vacation -- but do you really want Snow White to "magically" know your kid's name without being told?
FTC Warns Hotel Chains to Stop Hidden 'Resort Fees,' 'Drip Pricing'
Frequent travelers know that extra airline fees have become the norm. But resorts and hotels make it even harder to figure out what your final bill is going to add up to. Now, the Federal Trade Commission's Bureau of Consumer Protection is fighting back on our behalf.
Cruise Lines Gain Steam Again, a Year After Costa Concordia
Shares of Royal Caribbean coasted higher on Thursday after the cruise line posted an encouraging quarterly report -- and market leader Carnival followed in its wake. But it's when you dive deeper into the numbers that you can see how things will be getting even sunnier in days ahead.
Gas Prices Aside, Americans Have Been Hitting the Road Again
We're a nation that loves to drive, but in recent years, the soaring price of gas and the stuttering economy have kept our cars in our driveways more often. However, according to the Chase Freedom Lifestyle Index, our spending on road trips seems to be rising again.
The Notion That You'll Spend Less in Retirement Is Totally Misguided
People approaching retirement like to think they'll spend less when they hang up their hat, but the reality might be a lot different than that. Here are some reasons why.
Can't Afford a Vacation Now? Sears Offers Getaways on Layaway
Store layaway programs made a comeback last holiday season, with gift-buyers flocking back to installment payment plans. Now, Sears is expanding the concept by letting consumers put vacations on layaway, too.
I Love (to Shop for) You: Valentine's Spending to Rise
Chances are, you'll be more generous with your honey this Valentine's Day than last. Consumer spending on the holiday is expected to exceed last year's levels, according to the NRF and American Express.
Why Carnival Will Never Be Great Again
It's now been two weeks since the Costa Concordia accident off the Tuscan coast of Italy. That tragic event aside, cruising is still a remarkably safe vacation choice. What's probably not as safe is investing in Costa's parent Carnival.
4 Reasons to Book a Cruise Now
Last weekend's Costa Concordia accident, when the Carnival luxury liner tipped over after running aground on a rock off the Tuscan coast, was a thankfully rare tragedy. But even one such event is enough to scare some people away from floating vacations. If you're not one of the skittish, that temporary slowdown in bookings is just one reason this is a great time to schedule a cruise.
Frugal Americans to Take a DIY Approach in 2012
Americans plan to apply a new DIY-attitude across the board this year -- to their vacations, staying in shape and even beauty maintenance. It's all part of the trend of trying to scale back and save more money.
Disney's Leap-Day Venture: 24 Hours of Nonstop Magic
If you've ever wanted to spend a day at Disney World or Disneyland -- a whole day -- Feb. 29 is your chance. To celebrate the leap year, Disney will keep its flagship parks open 24 hours straight. That'll be a challenge for the House of Mouse -- and for Leap Day visitors' endurance.