Know, go
If your plans are all over the map, our annual manual will instill order. Information, tactics and tips will put you on the path to a trouble-free trip.
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Animals are welcome at many California venues. Let one mans dog clue you in to his favorite places to stay and play.
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Each week in “Readers Recommend,” the Travel section shares tips on hidden gems in the U.S. and abroad.
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Go for megapixels, carefully consider zoom and memory. And carry plenty of batteries.
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Here is a listing of cruise lines and their vessels.
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My friend Mike once shared with me this wisdom about traveling overseas: When you’re done packing, take out half your clothes and put in twice as much cash.
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States and many U.S. territories have tourism offices to help visitors.
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If you’re planning to go abroad in the next few months and you don’t have a passport, here’s my advice: Get it now.
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Looking to help, or to broaden their life experiences, Americans sign up for volunteer work here and abroad.
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Following is a list of selected national and international airlines that offer flights out of major cities in the United States.
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The wealthy might like the $50,000-a-week villa that sleeps 31. And a free sofa may be a good fit for the frugal.
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Equipped with a few words of Urdu or Greek and some humility, a traveler vastly improves the chances of engendering goodwill.
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Frugal travelers who agonize over a $20 difference in airfares often think nothing of spending twice that to get to and from the airport.
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Major lodging companies’ phone numbers and websites are listed below.
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This list of visitor offices was provided largely by the California Division of Tourism.
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Find out about scenic and historic sites as well as programs, fees and directions to California’s national parks, monuments and recreation areas: Alcatraz Island, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, Ft.
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As has become the norm, rail travelers enter this year regretting some losses but happily anticipating some gains.
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Americans determined to go to Europe can (gulp) pay big or follow some simple money-saving strategies.
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The good news for nonsmokers: At least six states and hundreds of cities have followed California’s lead and banned smoking in most public indoor areas, including restaurants and hotels.
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Regional carriers are a cheap way to see Asia and Europe. But be sure to read the fine print.
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For tourist information on select foreign destinations, contact the government offices below.
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Want great rates when you travel? Take Grandma or Grandpa along.
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Equipped with a few words of Urdu or Greek and some humility, a traveler vastly improves the chances of engendering goodwill.
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Three months ago, Monrovia residents Jim and Amy Emett bought a $142,000 Winnebago and took off for Prescott, Ariz., on a little shakedown tour.
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On vacation, it’s perfectly OK to relax and not get a single thing done. But there’s no reason for guilt. You’re busy living.
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Ace (800) 243-3443 https://www.acerentacar.com Advantage (800) 777-5500 https://www.arac.com Alamo (800) 462-5266 https://www.alamo.com Americar (no central toll-free number) https://www.americar.com Auto Europe (800) 223-5555 https://www.autoeurope.com Avis (800) 331-1212 (800) 331-1084 international https://www.avis.com Budget (800) 527-0700 https://www.budget.com Dollar (800) 800-4000 (800) 800-6000 international https://www.dollar.com Enterprise (800) 325-8007 https://www.enterprise.com Europcar (877) 940-6900 https://www.europcaramericas.com Europe by Car (800) 223-1516 https://www.europebycar.com Fox (800) 225-4369 www.foxrentacar.com Hertz (800) 654-3131 (800) 654-3001 international https://www.hertz.com Holiday (800) 729-5378 https://www.holidaycar.com Kemwel International (800) 678-0678 https://www.kemwel.com National (800) 328-4567 (800) 227-3876 international https://www.nationalcar.com Payless (800) 729-5377 https://www.paylesscarrental.com Renault Eurodrive (888) 532-1221 https://www.renaultusa.com Rent-a-Wreck (800) 944-7501 https://www.rentawreck.com Sixt (888) 749-8227 https://www.sixtusa.com Thrifty (800) 847-4389 https://www.thrifty.com
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A few pointers for disabled travelers to increase the likelihood of a problem-free trip.
