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Side Trips in Kuala Lumpur
Batu CavesLocated 13 km (8 miles) north of Kuala Lumpur, Batu Caves have become one of the most significant Hindu religious sites outside of India. Built within a series of caves…
Organized Tours in Vancouver
Air Tours Harbour Air (1075 W. Waterfront Rd. [Coal Harbour terminal]; tel. 800/665-0212 or 604/274-1277; www.harbour-air.com) and West Coast Air (www.westcoastair.com) operate under…
Active Pursuits in Stuart and Jensen Beach
Beaches in and around Jensen and Stuart, Florida Hutchinson Island, one of the most popular beach destinations of the Treasure Coast, is the area just north of Palm Beach on the…
Active Pursuits in Aruba
Warm sunshine and beautiful beaches are Aruba's major attractions. The seemingly endless strips of white, sugary sand along the southwestern coast rank among the Caribbean's widest and…
Active Pursuits in Annecy
Annecy for Kids: The Lure of the Hills The Office de Tourisme distributes free pamphlets that describe about a dozen easy, family-oriented hiking and biking excursions in the forests…
In Depth in Victoria
Victoria, British Columbia's capital, is only a short ferry ride from Vancouver, but the two cities are miles apart in their ambience and aesthetics. Where Vancouver trades its image…
Active Pursuits in Cape Town
For one-stop adrenaline activity shopping, contact Downhill Adventures (tel. 021/422-0388; www.downhilladventures.com), which offers everything from its own surf school to helicopter…
In Depth in Cape Town
The 2010 World Cup in Cape TownThe year 2010 has been much anticipated by South Africans, bringing with it the coveted FIFA World Cup Soccer Championships. Some 500,000 additional…
Active Pursuits in Salt Cay
Salt Cay Adventure Tours (tel. 649/946-6909; www.saltcaytours.com) is an all-purpose watersports activities operator. They can arrange scuba-diving trips, guide you on snorkeling,…
Active Pursuits in Bahamas
The more than 700 islands in the Bahamian archipelago (fewer than 30 of which are inhabited) are surrounded by warm, clear waters -- ideal for fishing, sailing, and scuba diving.…
In Depth in Turks and Caicos
It seems only yesterday that public awareness of this island archipelago was more or less "Turks and Caicos who?" For years, these islands were little more than a breathtakingly…
Suggested Itineraries in Fiji
People often ask me where they should go and what they should do in Fiji. While I cannot plan their vacations for them, I can in this chapter give some recommendations to help you…
Cruises in Alaska
There is an optimism in Alaska this year, with state industry leaders hoping for increased good relations with the cruise lines, and cruise lines looking more favorably at the market…
Active Pursuits in Alaska
Most people visit Alaska to experience wilderness, so it's ironic that so many spend their time in crowded ships, buses, trains, and airplanes, the antithesis of a wilderness…
Active Pursuits in Arizona
Thanks to the Grand Canyon—the most widely known white-water-rafting spot in the world and also one of the world’s premier backpacking destinations—Arizona is known for active,…
Regions in Brief in Arizona
Phoenix, Scottsdale & the Valley of the Sun -- This region encompasses the sprawling metropolitan Phoenix area, which covers more than 400 square miles and includes more than 20…
In Depth in Arizona
Despite the searing summer temperatures, the desolate deserts, and the lack of water, people have been drawn to Arizona for hundreds of years. In the 16th century, the Spanish came…
Suggested Itineraries in Australia
Australia’s size and its distance from Northern Hemisphere destinations are the two most daunting things about planning a visit. A week or two in Australia is just enough time to…
Driving Tours in The Orange Coast
You'll most likely be exploring the coast by car, so the beach communities are covered in order from north to south. Keep in mind, however, that if you're traveling between Los Angeles…
Active Pursuits in Big Bear Lake and Lake Arrowhead
For up-to-date info on what outdoor activities are available in the region, call the Big Bear Mountain Resorts Activities hot line at tel. 909/866-5766, or log on to their website at…
In Depth in California
The more you know about California, the more you're likely to enjoy and appreciate everything the state has to offer. In fact, it's California's incredible diversity and…
Regions in Brief in Canada
Bounded by the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic oceans, Canada is a land of extraordinary natural beauty, with dramatic land and seascapes, and vibrant cosmopolitan cities. The country is…
Suggested Itineraries in Colorado
At the risk of oversimplifying, let me suggest that there are essentially three activities for visitors to Colorado -- viewing the scenery, visiting historic and cultural sites, and…
Suggested Itineraries in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a compact yet unbelievably varied destination with abundant natural attractions and a broad selection of awe-inspiring scenery, adventurous activities, and diverse…
In Depth in Florida
Florida isn't just an American swamp turned condo-canyon with pretty palm trees and beaches. And contrary to popular belief, the state's history is a lot richer than its reputation as…