Transportation

If you're heading on a trip for business or pleasure, it may be a good idea to invest in trip insurance. We've got all the specifics on what type of coverage is right for your time away.  

While you can’t control an erupting volcano grounding planes or a mechanical problem closing your kid’s favorite amusement park, there are steps you can take to be more prepared and avoid wasting money.

To help cope with rising fuel prices, major U.S. airlines announced further 2011 capacity reductions.

Just as with frequent flier programs, hotel cards are tied to loyalty programs, and just as you maximized your miles by sticking to one airline group, you'll get the most benefit if you can stick to one hotel chain.

When you swipe your credit card overseas to make a purchase, in most cases a foreign transaction fee will apply for the currency conversion--but that doesn't have to be the case.

Many travelers are experiencing sticker shock as the travel industry is looking to make up lost revenue thanks to a down economy by adding on extra fees and charges.

Don’t let your summer travel plans turn into one for the criminal. As technology becomes more pervasive and capable of storing more and sending it faster, the risk of identity theft continues to grow.

Don’t let your summer travel plans turn into one for the criminal. As technology becomes more pervasive and capable of storing more and sending it faster, the risk of identity theft continues to grow.

Experts are divided about whether investors should dabble in foreign currencies.

Did you know that you may be able to recoup at least some of the cost difference in the form of a voucher for a future flight? 

Whether you are traveling abroad or staying stateside, follow these tips to get the most out of your vacation dollars.

All cruises are bargains right now, but as long as were shopping we might as well get the best value for our money.

Despite gas prices hovering around $4 a gallon in many parts of the country and rising food prices, there are still many affordable, family-friendly vacation spots for families to have a great time this summer without breaking the bank.

Cash-strapped airlines are not only charging for on-board food, extra leg room and checked luggage, but some have also made it harder for passengers to redeem free flights.

A different credit card system may leave you stranded without funds abroad.

Now that the age of the 'stay-cation' has ended, travel advisors to the wealthy elite detail how they're planning their clients next exorbitant adventures.

Think this is overplaying the idea that traveling without a credit card could invite disaster? Consider the following.

What happens to airline miles when you cancel the card associated with them?  

Travelers flying to and from the East Coast are stranded due to Irene's deadly run, which canceled thousands of flights.

An increase in business travel might be good for Wall Street, but  leisure travelers beware: The massive discounts youve enjoyed recently are quickly fading.