The holiday season, for many, is the time to unwind and enjoy the company of loved ones. What better way to celebrate it than to have a vacation. Usually winter time vacations have less planning then ones taken during the summer months. With that being said, the time you spend searching for the best travel deals is also limited.  Fortunately online trav [...]

With the effects of the recession still being felt in the travel industry, one question many are asking is: how will these developments affect the prospects of online travel sites for 2009 and beyond? Well, it is quite apparent that the global economic troubles won’t end anytime soon. In fact, according to the Travel Industry Association (TIA), there w [...]

In 2006, Expedia earned a Webby Award in the area of “Best in Travel Websites.”  It also earned a Stevie Award for “Most Innovative Company” from The American Business Association.  Expedia.com describes itself as a website that “delivers consumers everything they need for researching, planning, and purchasing a whole [...]

Travelocity.com has come to be one of the most popular online travel sites on the market.  A large part of Travelocity’s marketing campaign revolves around their guarantee that “you’ll never roam alone”; to support this tagline, their website features a Travelocity Customer Bill of Rights, which proclaims their commitment to doin [...]

When you visit any of the popular online travel sites, there is usually a search box on the homepage that allows you to enter specific dates and other travel information that will bring back flight options.  But what if you’re not sure where and when you want to take your next vacation?  If you find yourself in this position, Orbitz.com has a [...]