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10 Towns that Do Things Their Own Way

Lost in the forward-hurtling rush of civilization, by some quirk of fate each of these 10 small towns managed to escape modernization. They're not just architectural stage sets, but…

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Adventures of Tintin in Brussels

By Gretchen Kelly Steven Spielberg's latest film The Adventures of Tintin introduces American audiences to Belgium 's third most-loved export -- beer and chocolate being numbers one…

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5 Things You Don't Know About Canberra

By Lee Atkinson If you think Canberra is all about politics, monuments, and boring museums, it's time to think again. From haunted sites to artificial earthquakes, hot air balloons,…

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What Not to Wear When Traveling

By Kara Murphy While packing for a trip, we often run across items that raise questions like: "It's functional, but is it stylish enough?" or "Can I wear this to certain tourist…

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20 Classic Movie Destinations

By Kimberley Lovato Is there a girl out there who hasn't dreamed of twirling in the Alps and singing along to The Sound of Music soundtrack -- or a boy who hasn't imagined a home run à…

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10 Coolest Hong Kong Sights

by Graham Bond Hong Kong's famous East-West brew is no longer a straight two-parts China, one-part United Kingdom mix. Japan may have been a distinctly unwelcome interloper during…

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Cancun and the Maya Riviera's Best Spas

By Joy Hepp A health-conscious, luxury spa vacation recommends itself in the Riviera Maya, given the region's mind-bending beauty and the relaxing pace of Mexican life in general. And…

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5 Things You Don't Know About Seville

By Jeremy Head Sometimes a city becomes famous simply for its beauty and romantic aura. Seville (Sevilla in Spanish), the capital of Andalusia, is such a place. Despite its sultry…

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7 Airline Passengers That Drive You Crazy

By Christopher Elliott As any new parent knows, air travel with young kids isn't always easy. But few experiences come close to the travel one family (that has asked not to be…

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Exploring Honolulu, Hawaii's Chinatown Neighborhood

By Jeanette Foster Honolulu's historic Chinatown is a mix of Asian cultures, all packed into a small area where tangy spices rule the cuisine, open-air markets have kept out the…

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Best Cruise Ships of 2012

Allure of the Seas meeting Oasis of the Seas near Fort Lauderdale on Nov. 13. Courtesy Royal Caribbean International

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10 Money-Saving Cruise Tips

By Heidi Sarna Cruising can be an affordable vacation option -- if you know how to avoid getting nickeled-and-dimed aboard the ship. From bringing your own wine to using the ship's…

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5 Things You Don't Know About San Diego

By Mark Hiss It's easy to think of San Diego as just a relaxing place to go for surf and sun because, well ... it is. But beyond the inviting beaches and year-round pleasant weather,…

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Azamara Quest Photo Slideshow

The Azamara Quest can host over 700 passengers and was recently refurbished.

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Movie and Music Landmarks in Los Angeles

By Garth Mueller Have you done your homework by devouring countless hours of movies, television, and music? Well, no one said that was a spectator sport -- you'll need to start early…

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London's Best Eats with Kids

By Rhonda Carrier There's no reason to duck into a McDonald's while vacationing in London. Check out these 10 can't-miss places to eat as a family in the British capital. Photo…

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5 Things You Don't Know About Acapulco

By Maribeth Mellin In its glitzy heyday in the 1950s, Acapulco was best known as a getaway for Hollywood stars like John Wayne and Frank Sinatra. The glitz and glamour of those days…

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Jamaica for Music Lovers

By Jo Cooke Music is the heartbeat of Jamaica. Every bus, taxi, car, bar, and street stall seems to lilt its own rhythms. This is, of course, the birthplace of reggae and the world's…

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Landmark Hotels: 10 Priceless Locations

By Beth Collins Visiting the world's major landmarks is one of the great joys of traveling. Spending hours in a line to see them? Not so much. The key, of course, is to arrive early,…

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10 Favorite Free Things at Airports

By Sascha Segan Airports aren't known for being full of free goodies. They leverage their captive audiences to get travelers to pay for every minute you're sitting around, whether it's…

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Best Cruise Ships of 2012

By Matt Hannafin Is picking the top ships of the year more of an art or a science? Is it a matter of quantifiable parameters, or is it more gut instinct? The answer is: It's all those…

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5 Things You Don't Know About Austria

By Margaret Childs Austrians are very proud of their homeland. The government constantly invests in making the cities and countryside more beautiful, expanding parkland, planting…

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Montreal in Winter

Guest room at Marriott Château Champlain.

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10 Great Places to See Coral Reefs

By Julie Duchaine Scuba divers will testify -- there's no more jaw-dropping sight than a healthy coral reef, with its vivid colors, mazy shapes, quicksilver fish, and dreamy anemones.…

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5 Things You Don't Know About Maya Riviera

By Christine Delsol Over the past decade or so, the Maya Riviera has undergone a metamorphosis from a string of tranquil fishing villages into a teeming tourist mecca rivaling Cancún.…