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Celebrity Reflection: 15 Decks of Elegance & a BBQ, Too

By Matt Hannafin Where do you go from up? Celebrity already had the world's most stylish megaships in Celebrity Solstice, Equinox, Eclipse, and especially last year's Celebrity…

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5 Things You Don't Know About Italy

By Donald Strachan "Form is temporary, class is permanent." It's the kind of sentence a sports journalist might write, and it's certainly true when it comes to Italy. The bel paese…

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5 Things You Don't Know About California

By Matthew Richard Poole Like Katy Perry says, you could travel the world but nothing comes close to the Golden Coast. California will always be the golden child of the United States,…

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5 Things You Don't Know About Spain

By Patricia Harris and David Lyon Despite the Spanish financial crisis, the country remains a welcoming destination, especially for travelers with dollars or pounds in their pockets.…

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5 Things You Don't Know About Napa and Sonoma

By Erika Lenkert With more travelers sojourning locally rather than long distance and more and more ambitious chefs and winery owners vying for tourist dollars, there is much ado in…

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Top 10 Sites 10 Blocks from Grand Central

Grand Central Station in New York City.

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Holland America Zuiderdam Photo Slideshow

Holland America Line's Zuiderdam cruise ship was launched in 2002 and sails to the Caribbean, the Panama Canal and the Pacific Coast.

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Holland America Oosterdam Photo Slideshow

Holland America Line's Oosterdam cruise ship can host over 1,900 passengers.

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5 Ways to Connect with Locals While Traveling

By Madeline Reddington with Yolanda Clatworthy Most travelers realize in short order that our experiences abroad -- and in other unfamiliar territories -- are greatly enhanced by…

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5 Things You Don't Know About Costa Rica

By Eliot Greenspan I've lived in Costa Rica for more than 20 years and am still surprised by the number of new hot spots and creative adventures that the country offers. While I highly…

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Best Tacos in Austin: 9 Texas Tortillas

By Cate Latting Things are about to heat up in Austin, Texas. And I'm not just talking about the weather. The month of March brings to town the now world-renowned SXSW festival (…

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Favorite Outdoor Adventures in Peru

Peruvians are fond of describing their country as having three components: costa (coast), sierra (highlands), and selva (jungle). That makeup translates into a basic imperative for…

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Splurge or Save: 10 Cities for Tax Season

By Kimberley Lovato If tax day is the only thing standing in the way of you and your next getaway, take comfort: According to the IRS, the average 2010 individual tax return was…

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Caribbean Beaches: 9 Secret Shorelines

By Alexis Flippin Quiet, secluded, and often off the beaten path, these powdery treasures are for those island lovers for whom the beach is the thing. Ultra-romantic and blessed with…

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Explore the War of 1812 in Maryland

The Bicentennial of the War of 1812 , to be commemorated from 2012 to 2014, will mark the United States' second victory over Great Britain and the writing of "The Star Spangled…

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Peru with Kids: 6 Smart Strategies

By Neil Edward Schlecht Traveling in Peru with children is an adventure. Transportation difficulties, foreign food, and the country's rugged nature may prove overtly challenging to…

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Vacation Rentals: How to Rent City Apartments

By Lisa Cheng Save money, get more space, and live like a local by renting an apartment in a big city. From a design loft in Rio to a pied-à-terre in Paris, book any of these fabulous…

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8 Ways to Experience Napa's Wine Country

View of the wineries in Napa Valley, California.

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5 Things You Don't Know About Northern Italy

By Eric Sylvers Northern Italy's most well-known attractions -- Venice, Milan, and the Lakes -- can hold some surprises even for the seasoned traveler. From catching a soccer…

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Best of Philadelphia: 14 Favorite Moments

By Lauren McCutcheon Getting a true feeling for all that is Philadelphia means being willing to embrace extremes. One minute, you're immersed in American history. The next, you're…

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Best of Honolulu and Oahu: 14 Favorite Moments

By Jeanette Foster Honolulu is filled with so many magic moments: the orange glow as the sun rises behind the outline of Diamond Head, the silvery reflection of the moon on the inky…

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Best of Napa and Sonoma: 8 Favorite Moments

By Avital Binshtock Here's how to see, sip, and taste your way through one of California's most scenic regions. Photo Caption: Vineyards in California's Wine Country

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Favorite Moments in Prague

The Charles Bridge in Prague at sunrise.

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Cunard Queen Mary 2 Photo Slideshow

Queen Mary 2 leaving New York City

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Cruise Cuisine: Specialty Restaurants Worth the Splurge

By Lisa Cheng Specialty restaurants aboard cruise ships have become an industry standard -- and a tempting alternative to buffets. Top-quality meats, candle-lit settings, and fine…