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Favorite New York City Experiences

Iconic, hip, trendsetting and ever-changing, New York City lives up to its superlatives. Here are 8 great things to do that'll let you stretch a New York minute into a lifetime of…

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9 Day Trips From Munich Into Bavaria

By George McDonald Mountains, lakes, spas, and medieval towns lie within an hour of Munich, and the landscape is dotted with castles, villas, and Alpine resorts. Here's where to go.…

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Chicago's Art Loop: Walking Tour of Picasso, Miro, and More

May 31, 2018 The Loop has been an exciting place to view public art for over a century; admire a colorful mosaic by Marc Chagall or the towering work of Picasso. The other works of art…

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5 Best Coastal Walks in Scotland

Our book Frommer's England and Scotland goes beyond the trails to let you discover the best of Scotland's magnificent landscapes. Here we highlight five paths that take you close to…

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Great Outdoor Things to Do in Phoenix, Arizona

One thing you learn very quickly about Phoenix : these people really get what it means to live outdoors. On the first morning of a recent trip to the Valley of the Sun, I came across…

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Spain's Best Religious Sites and Churches

Spain's religious architecture consists of a mix of privative Catholic sites, the rare remnant of Moorish conquest, grandiose monuments to a short-lived Golden Age, and monuments to…

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Sicily's Best Beaches

Sicily has more sandy beaches and dramatic coastline than any other region of Italy (except for maybe Sardinia), and it's warm enough for swimming 6 months of the year (May-Oct).…

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The World's 10 Best Cities for Parks

Just because you're trapped in a concrete jungle, it doesn't mean that you need to escape the city in order to relax. In fact, you can find some of the world's most inviting parks in…

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The Weird and Wonderful in Portland, OR

You see "Keep Portland Weird" on bumper stickers, souvenirs, and even walls in this Pacific Northwest city. You also see the city's offbeat characters spoofed on the popular IFC sketch…

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World's Best Cities for Bargain Shopping

The best souvenir is one that you find for so little that you just have to brag about it when you get home. Travel the world and shop in style without paying hefty prices at these…

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10 Best River Cruises

Updated August 15, 2019 With all the rivers in the world, how do you know which river cruise is the best for you? Allow us to show you the difference between the Rhine and the…

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The World's Best Hot Springs

When you really need to unwind, you can book a massage at the nearest spa. Or you can seek out the therapeutic qualities of these hot springs that have drawn travelers for centuries.…

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Twenty Words Every Hawaii Visitor Should Know

Welcome to Hawaii , the linguistically rich and confusing Islands with not one but two official languages -- Hawaiian and English -- where the 12-letter alphabet has 7 consonants and 5…

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Philadelphia's Open-Air Art

When it comes to public art in Philadelphia, most people know to look for Robert Indiana's iconic LOVE statue, Claes Oldenburg's enormous clothespin, and the Rocky statue, which is…

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10 Ways to See Hanoi

Hanoi celebrated its 1010th birthday on 10/10/20. For those who want to catch the essence of this venerable city's character, here are ten tempting activities to keep you busy there.

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7 Days, 7 Resorts: Skiing Italy's Aosta Valley

It's not every resort that can keep a variety-hungry skier or boarder happy for a whole week. Pick your spot right, however, and you can ride a different hill every day. The Valle…

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Favorite Sights and Experiences in Tuscany and Umbria

Tuscany is densely populated with tourist attractions -- perhaps more so than any other region in Europe. It could take months to experience all of its art, architecture, food, and…

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13 Favorite Athens Experiences

Athens may have the Parthenon, that most exquisite symbol of achievement, but this free, anarchic city is more than just a monumental collection of 5th-century-B.C. landmarks. Beside…

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Celebrating Chinese New Year in Singapore

Chinese people around the world gear up each year to celebrate Chunjie (the Spring Festival), commonly known as the Chinese New Year. Fantastic fireworks, parades, and traditional…

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12 Favorite Los Angeles Moments

The allure of Los Angeles -- for better or for worse -- is undeniable. Angelenos know their city will never have the sophisticated style of Paris or the historical riches of London,…

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5 Ways to Hike and Climb Around the World

Hikers and climbers of all skill levels know that getting to the top of the mountain is just part of the journey. These five expeditions will help you reach your climbing goals,…

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10 Extraordinary Islands

What is it about islands that makes them so intriguing? Whether it's a tropical speck in the midst of a vast ocean, or a tree-shrouded hummock in the river of a great city, it's still…

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Singles Vacations in Stunning Destinations

By Charis Atlas Heelan; Edited by Abigail Shneyder Traveling solo? Meet someone new who shares your travel dreams on one of these singles vacations! Whether you're adventuring in the…

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9 Top Cruise Ports for Getting in the Mood

Cruises by nature can be super romantic: the undulating sea surrounding you, the windswept hair, the endless food and drinks, and of course, all those sexy ports. Sure, not every…

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Where to go in the South Pacific

For the ultimate dream trip, most people head to Tahiti or Fiji. Since few ever travel beyond those well-known destinations, dozens of remote island nations in the Pacific Ocean are…