Private sale websites evoke experiences more than products, stock up with limited-time offers, and project the image of a gated community. But are the deals for real? Ed Perkins takes a close look.

Five pieces of chicken, three servings of rice, and two peach cobblers later, you might want a state-of-the-art gym on hand. Thanks to these cruises, you have the option of doing more than just laying in the sun, with gyms, yoga classes, rock walls, and more.

The Deal Detective helps you win big with some cheap vacation packages to Las Vegas. Plus, hit the jackpot with two free tickets to a major show.

Ed Perkins explains why we can expect more cancellations in the future, and how to mitigate the inconvenience, frustration, and possibility of being left without a flight.

Inspired by the Olympics and the athletes' athleticism? Now is the perfect time to find deals at ski resorts across the country. The Olympics may be over, but ski season isn't.

From across the border to across the Atlantic, low-cost airlines keep adding routes, giving you plentiful options and lower prices. Heading abroad? We'll show you how to get there on a budget.

Last week, a big Canadian tour operator collapsed, reminding travelers about why trip protection exists. Ed Perkins provides his rules for purchasing travel insurance.

It's no secret smartphones are handy travel tools with all the apps providing everything from restaurant reviews to maps. But Ed Perkins has one caution for iPhone users.

Kat's husband has a SkyMiles credit card, but Delta and American Express are denying him a standard cardholder benefit. Tim Winship reads the fine print.

The Deal Detective helps a reader see the City of Light on a tight budget. Plus, submit your own travel question for an upcoming case.

Ed Perkins uncovers the subtle ways car rental companies add on fees and charges, and offers tips for avoiding these wallet-busting traps.

Even if the King Salmon don't bite, there's still plenty of adventure in the hunt. Discover why about one fifth of the visitors to Alaska go fishing every summer.

When it comes to getting (or staying) healthy on the road, our readers offered remedies that were at times traditional, creative, and even a little unorthodox. We compiled your best advice, then asked a medical professional for feedback.

Online travel agencies keep updating the ways you can search their sites. The latest? The ability to find hotels with a range of accessibility features and a "Top Secret Hotels" option.

A new charge found on bills at restaurants in San Francisco could spread to dining establishments near you. Find out what is it, how eateries get away with it, and what you can do about it.

The Deal Detective offers several ways to book a package to Costa Rica for a family of four.

These simple precautions will ensure you enjoy your cruise from start to finish, without any sniffles or stomach aches to slow you down. Find out when and when not to drink water, how to fight seasickness, and why you should take the stairs.

This spring, whether you want to travel by train, plane, car, or boat to Orlando, Hawaii, New York City, the Caribbean, or anywhere in between, you'll find deals. This is the time to travel.

Take advantage of pleasant weather, fewer crowds, and lower prices to destinations around the world this spring. You may think they are unaffordable, but the low season brings them within reach.

People are growing larger as airline seats get smaller. No wonder so many people are interested in finding out how much space they'll get onboard. Ed Perkins shows you were to look.

Flexipass, consecutive pass, senior pass—confused about what rail pass to buy on your trip to Europe? Ed Perkins explains what each pass offers, and how to get the most value.

So you plan on renting a car and possibly taking it out of state on a side trip. That's fine, unless your contract restricts the areas you're allowed to drive. Find out how to avoid surprising charges.

It's been about a year since H1N1 broke and corresponding concerns about travel safety and global health threw the world into a tizzy. Perhaps no place has been affected more than Mexico. 2010, though, finds the situation markedly improved.

Whether you're learning to ski or want an adventure (heli-skiing), the small town of Silverton, Colorado offers both—without the crowds of a major resort.

Been in travel hibernation lately? Whether you're looking for a beach vacation or an urban escape, these spring bargains are just the thing to rouse you from your slumber.