It's all the rage to criticize the airlines. But we found some smart, practical initiatives that point the way to a better future.
Last winter, something unprecedented happened in the travel industry. People with reservations for peak holiday weeks at popular Caribbean resorts looked over their finances -- and canceled their plans.
Universal Orlando affords its first sneak preview of J.K. Rowling's realm
A Disney stunt performer died Monday night after suffering an injury during a rehearsal, company and local officials said.
1. A Super Bowl that I care about By some stroke of luck I got to attend Super Bowl XL in 2006 as a "photo assistant" (meaning that I had to hand rolls of film to Walter Iooss Jr., who sat next to me, every several minutes). It was the Steelers versus the Seahawks. Ho hum.
Tyler Perry, the star, writer and producer of films such as "Madea Goes to Jail" and the television show "House of Payne," could be adding philanthropist to his growing list of credits.
Turned away from a Philly swim club, minority children head to the Florida park
Two monorail trains at Walt Disney World collided early Sunday, killing a 21-year-old driver.
Disney World has not been the happiest place on Earth for employees this year.
Anne and Jim Stewart and their two teenagers are happily counting down the days till their Jamaica spring break.
It's all the rage to criticize the airlines. But we found some smart, practical initiatives that point the way to a better future.
Last winter, something unprecedented happened in the travel industry. People with reservations for peak holiday weeks at popular Caribbean resorts looked over their finances -- and canceled their plans.
Universal Orlando affords its first sneak preview of J.K. Rowling's realm
A Disney stunt performer died Monday night after suffering an injury during a rehearsal, company and local officials said.
1. A Super Bowl that I care about By some stroke of luck I got to attend Super Bowl XL in 2006 as a "photo assistant" (meaning that I had to hand rolls of film to Walter Iooss Jr., who sat next to me, every several minutes). It was the Steelers versus the Seahawks. Ho hum.
Tyler Perry, the star, writer and producer of films such as "Madea Goes to Jail" and the television show "House of Payne," could be adding philanthropist to his growing list of credits.
Turned away from a Philly swim club, minority children head to the Florida park
Two monorail trains at Walt Disney World collided early Sunday, killing a 21-year-old driver.
Disney World has not been the happiest place on Earth for employees this year.
Anne and Jim Stewart and their two teenagers are happily counting down the days till their Jamaica spring break.
Orlando: What first comes to mind? Walt Disney World or Universal resorts, perhaps? The two parks are the nation's biggest tourist draws.
The signs in the window of Jay Kos, an upscale men's wear boutique on Park Avenue in Manhattan, seemed at best cheeky, at worst clueless. Surrounded by glaring economic-crisis headlines cut out of newspapers, they said, "Cashmere sweater: $2,500. Recession price: $2,500." "Lamb's fleece jacket: $11,000. Recession price: $11,000."
Thousands of lights dance across the field as holiday music plays in the air. Cars slowly wind their way through displays of elves, candy canes, reindeer and snowmen. Children ooh and aah. Adults smile peacefully.
There's just one thing 12-year-old Emily Wolfram can't live without on vacation. And it's not her cell phone or Internet access.
Don't get too excited: The Dow may have surged nearly 11% on Tuesday, but we've been here before...just two weeks ago.
Watching their 5-year-old daughter frolic on the lush lawn of the hotel while vacationing at Disney World, Larry and Pam Mirable should have been happy. After all, a weeklong family vacation was a rare treat for the couple, who own Migu Press, a fast-growing printing company in Warminster, Pa.
The Olympian is being given a hero's welcome at the Orlando resort on Friday
Something is wrong with Lynn Seehafer's SUV, which she valet parked at a Disney World hotel. She thinks it's been taken for a joyride. But has it? And to what extent is Disney responsible for the vehicle?
The skyrocketing price of fuel has already made it costly to fly, but now getting your luggage on board is pricier too, causing some travelers to consider sending it separately.
The couple at the next table in the upscale restaurant eyed the two little kids in our group with decided distaste. Their mom was upset, but I convinced her we should simply ignore the dirty looks.
Five years is too long between vacations. Just ask Amy and Matt Wilcher.
This week, a few days ahead of schedule, tax rebates from the Treasury Department will start arriving in Americans' bank accounts. About 130 million U.S. households -- including anybody and everybody who earned more than $3,000 in 2007 and filed a tax return by April 15 -- will get something back from Uncle Sam.
The next time the kids balk at doing their math or science homework, tell them about Chrissie, Kevin, Marc, Dustin and Steph.
It's not that far a leap from 7th Heaven to Disney World, but yes, that's Jessica Biel, dressed as Pocahontas and being pursued by one of Bambi's cousins – instead of boyfriend Justin Timberlake.
Mention that you're thinking of taking the kids to Orlando -- especially if you're first timers -- and you'll hear how your mother-in-law's sister's cousin scored discount tickets to Walt Disney World. Your son's first-grade teacher will fill you in on which character breakfasts her sister-in-law's aunt raved about (never mind that you know your preschooler will be terrified of the giant fuzzy creatures.)
It's only October but Sandra Arthur has her extended family's Thanksgiving gathering entirely planned out. And she's not going to spend a single minute in the kitchen.
Two children trapped in a sinking minivan are alive thanks to the efforts of five good Samaritans who jumped into a retention pond near Walt Disney World and saved them.
Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards told a labor group Tuesday that he would ask Americans to make a big sacrifice: their sport utility vehicles.
It's easy to take a lot of vacation pictures; organizing them is something else. Here, how to chronicle your favorite shots for future posterity.
Walt Disney Co. reported a 4.7 percent increase in net profit Wednesday, driven by strong television program sales and higher receipts at its theme parks.
Colombian singing star Juanes and his wife, Karen Martinez, are separating, a source close to the couple confirms to Peopleenespañol.com exclusively.
When Colton Palmer was in grade school, he participated in football, basketball and track. He was such a talent as a runner that at age nine he won a national championship in the 800-meter sprint during an AAU meet at Disney World.
The Downies borrowed against their growing home equity to improve their home, but not everyone has been so wise. Of the nearly $2.8 trillion that Americans have withdrawn from their homes in the past five years, plenty has gone toward such farsighted capital improvements as trips to Disney World, fancy clothes, boats, etc.
CNN's "American Morning" helps navigate the latest airport security rules and shows travelers how to get the best deals, whether it's a trip to a spa or a family vacation to Disney World.
Q Someone stole my credit card and charged Walt Disney World tickets. I reported the fraud to American Express. They said they'd look into it but never did. Now my account is in collections! To sa...
The boy who collapsed and died after riding a Disney roller coaster ride may have had a congenital heart abnormality, according to preliminary autopsy findings released Friday.
When Lauryn Axelrod plans a vacation with her teenage son Josh, she begins with one question: What new cultural and physical experiences do I want to give my child?
A 49-year-old woman who died after riding on Walt Disney World's "Mission: Space" ride suffered a stroke linked to her high blood pressure, according to preliminary autopsy results released Friday by the Orange County medical examiner.
A boy who died this summer after riding the "Mission Space" ride at Walt Disney World's Epcot Center in Orlando had a pre-existing heart condition, according to autopsy reports.
Most of us would like our paychecks to stretch just a little further every week.
The Orange County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 4-year-old boy who died Monday afternoon after riding an attraction at Walt Disney World.
It's hot in July, and it seems even hotter at the big theme parks. That doesn't mean you can't enjoy them, though. How so? Chill out with a little H2 Oh!
What rewards do employees prefer? Plus, how to explain why you quit a lousy job and how to write more effective memos.
The kids are old enough now. They've stopped clamoring to vacation in Disney World.
SALEM, Ore. (CNN/Money) - Just because it's warm and sunny doesn't mean you can't have a good old-fashioned frozen Christmas.
New York Gov. George Pataki addressed Republican National Convention delegates on the final night of their four-day convention. This is a transcript of his remarks.
Americans will hit the road in record numbers starting in June. They'll go to Disney World, and Yellowstone Park. Stay at Ramadas and Red Roof Inns. But a few people will opt to seek out truly unusual lodgings.
A Walt Disney World employee dressed as the character Tigger at the Orlando, Florida, theme park was arrested Friday on charges of molesting a minor and committing battery against her mother while the three posed for a photo, according to a police affidavit.
Until recently TAJUANA AND ROBERT CALLAWAY, both 40, could stash 8.5% of their salaries as college administrators into retirement plans, fund Roth IRAs and save $100 a month for college without cur...
The world's premier tourist destination is ready to put itself back on the map. On Dec. 14, Walt Disney World will welcome the first guests at its new Pop Century Resort near Orlando, Fla., a 2,880...
When the official mourning period ended 12 days after the terrorist attack on America, the Stars and Stripes on Disneyland's Main Street was returned to full staff. Fifty white doves soared into th...
Some questions to ponder, as you wait your turn at the airport metal detector: Will your frequent-flier miles be a casualty of this national crisis? Will you ever again be a frequent flier? Will th...
Airports are no longer just places to catch planes. Between the shopping, spa treatments, and kiddie museums, who needs to be on the 11:30 A.M. to Dallas? As delays become more prevalent, airports ...
Even if you've never been on a cruise, you're likely familiar with the extremes of the cruise industry. At one end of the spectrum are Vegas-on-Water cruises, which feature a lot of everything: pas...
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From the Trevi Fountain in Rome (above) to Cinderella's Moat at Disney World, well-wishers toss more than $1 million a year into fountains. Where does the money go? Often, to charity. At Trevi, whe...
I am delighted to present you with the largest issue in FSB's history. Enclosed in this issue is a magazine within a magazine, celebrating the mutually beneficial relationship between small busines...
Each January, nearly 100,000 manufacturers, retailers and reporters flock to the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas to see the latest high-tech gizmos. Only true fanatics care about most of the...
One of the grand traditions of American consumer marketing is the corporate shrine cum tourist attraction, where people not only submit to advertising but even pay to do so. There's Disney World an...
We searched. We researched. We analyzed. We called experts. We called our mothers. To find our Super Deals, the MONEY editorial staff spent two months scouring the planet for great products at grea...
Air fare for globetrotters: Even the most serious case of wanderlust can now be sated for as little as $2,500. That's the cost of an around-the-world air ticket offered jointly by Air Canada, Lufth...
It was a Saturday afternoon, just a few weeks before my wedding, and needless to say I was nervous--not just because I was soon to tie the knot. I was on my way to buy my first (and still my only) ...
At Disney World, a land of predictable fun and scripted surprises, the creation of a $1 billion theme park starring 1,000 live animals--lions, tigers, rhinos, and gorillas, all with minds of their ...
As summer approaches and hotel chains roll out their usual "kids eat free" and "kids stay free" promotions, perhaps you'll find yourself longing for those carefree days--before parenthood--when tra...
What prevents millions of American families from attaining their financial goals? They fail to write them down, says Gerri Detweiler, financial lecturer and author of The Ultimate Credit Handbook (...
Theorem: The difference between men and boys is the price of their toys.
So this is the summer you promised to pack the kids in the car for that long trek to Grandma's, the Grand Canyon or Disney World. (Oh, the things you do for your family.) We figured the least we ca...
Disney on 42nd Street? The mind boggles. In February 1994, when the Walt Disney Co. announced it would be staging theatrical productions on "the Deuce"--the porn-plagued, drug-infested, crime-ridde...
LAST YEAR ABOUT 35 million people visited Disney World in Orlando, according to Amusement Business magazine. And as sure as you are a parent, one of these days you will too. On average, a family of...
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror may or may not sound like someplace you would like to plunge from the top of. Knowing it's a new ride at Disney World might cause you to feel more secure; making t...
Pull up to the Marriott Hotel in Schaumburg, Illinois, and you'll find the red-blazered Tony Prsyszlak ready to help you with your luggage. But please don't call this gregarious 23-year-old a doorm...
Talk about a smoke screen. By flying charter and running their airline as a private club, Mickey Richardson, 45, and William Walts, 58, pack-a-day men both, hope to effectively duck the Federal Avi...
Now that buying at discount is clearly the '90s way to shop, it's little wonder that clubs and services that sell consumers discounted travel are gaining favor. The majority, says Ed Perkins at Con...
With more than 100,000 berths to fill -- 11,282 new ones this year alone -- cruise lines are handing out discounts faster than you can say bon voyage. Right now, most travel agents will slice 10% t...
We asked our travel pros to name this season's top vacation values. Here are some of their favorites: NORTH AMERICA -- Off-season at ski resorts. For $62 a night per adult (kids under 12 stay free)...
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The time-share vacation concept has always sounded hassle-free. Pay one up- front fee, typically of $8,500 or more (plus annual fees of $250 to $400), for the guaranteed right to spend a week or tw...
Cruise fares and fees vary. To see how much, we've compared charges on six ships, budget to luxe, for America's most popular cruise -- a week's voyage around the Caribbean. Prices are based on Sept...
Disney World aside, the travel biz has never much catered to the needs of parents. But these days, with families accounting for roughly 75% of U.S. leisure travel and with a staggering 4.2 million ...
Hikes in air fares and park passes make travel to Walt Disney World harder than ever on the wallet this season. Still, Orlando -- with 76,260 hotel and motel rooms (6,000 more than New York City) -...
Like a battalion of proud veterans, growth stocks have charged to the fore of the market's advance this year. After disappointing investors for over a decade, they have helped sweep the Dow up to t...
At 9 a.m. the rope is dropped, and suddenly a hundred people are charging down the thoroughfare. Teenagers take an early lead. But kids of all ages are doing fine -- like the man and woman in their...
Insulate yourself against a U.S. recession by investing in a diversified foreign-stock fund such as GT International (4.75% load; 800-824-1580) or Scudder Global (no load; 800-225-2470). Page 112 -...
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Bulging inventories. Flagging consumer confidence. Slower capital spending. Higher bond yields. Classic signals of a recession in the making, right? Not yet, not soon. The news, reflecting a concat...
AN IMPRESSIVE turnaround, a popular CEO, a magnificent stock performance, and the potent deployment of a great brand name -- no wonder Wall Street can't stop genuflecting before the Walt Disney Co....
The unofficial recession watch: According to Sindlinger & Co., the respected Wallingford, Pa. pollster, 23 states, or roughly 21% of American households, were in a recession in September. The compa...
The golden goose may not be as fecund as she once was. Theme and amusement parks, those incredible cash machines, reported record attendance of 249 million and gross receipts of over $4 billion in ...
Mickey Mouse, who hits the big Six-Oh this year, is still shaking money from vacationers the way a hurricane shakes fronds off a palm. Attendance at Walt Disney theme parks in Florida and Californi...
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