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Amazing Travel Video

TravelGator — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 12:00:00 EDT

This has got to be one of the best travel videos we've seen in awhile. It makes us want to jump on a plane right now. Way to go Matt.

American to charge for first checked bag

TravelGator — Wed, 21 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT

The blogsphere lit up today with the news that American Airlines is going to start chargine $15 for the first checked bag - sort of like Ryan Air in the UK. Christopher Elliott, one of our favorite bloggers, is covering the story over on his blog for those who are interested in getting more details.

If American's decision makes your head hurt, head over to the TravelGator flight search tool and see if you can't find a good fare for your next trip on an airline that lets you pack more than a toothbrush without paying.

Stingrays Attack video on YouTube

TravelGator — Wed, 14 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT

About a year ago we posted a fun little video on YouTube of some stingrays at Stingray City in Grand Cayman and much to our surprise it recently hit over 100,000 views. Who knew?

Of course the stingrays aren't really attacking Martin in this video (they are after the squid in his hand) but there is nothing like a great title to get noticed on the net!

Exploring the mid-west

TravelGator — Mon, 12 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT

For those that either live in the mid-west United States or are planning to visit and who love to run, Kimberly Eberl has put together a great overview of some of the best runs, races and attractions to be had in Michigan, Iowa and Indiana.

CheapAir.com now a search option on TravelGator

TravelGator — Sat, 10 May 2008 12:00:00 EDT

In case you missed it, we've now added CheapAir.com to the TravelGator flight search tool. This brings out flight search options to an even dozen pretty much making it impossible for you to pay too much to fly.

Happy searching.