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Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Provence and the Riviera

In Two Weeks in Provence and the Riviera

With 2 weeks you can traverse the Côte d'Azur at a more relaxed pace. This tour begins in the west at St-Tropez and then takes you all the way east to Menton, on the border with Italy.…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Provence and the Riviera

In One Week in Provence and the Riviera

A week will give you a tantalizing taste of Provence and undoubtedly will leave you wanting more. You can take in the highlights of the major cities -- Arles, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence,…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Sicily

The Best Romantic Getaways in Sicily

Cefalù: This quaint fishing village an hour east of Palermo is the second most popular seaside town after Taormina. With its medieval homes and alleyways dominated by the imposing…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Sicily

The Best Beaches in Sicily

Mondello Lido (Mondello): This is where the citizens of Palermo flock on summer days to escape the stifling heat of the capital city. In Sicily, Mondello Lido is outclassed in…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Sicily

Best Dining Bets in Sicily

Al Fogher (Piazza Armerina): There's another reason to come here besides the mosaics. In the heartland of the island, chef Angelo Treno honors the local flavors, but he's also…

Guide Article / In Depth in Sicily

Food & Drink in Sicily

Good food is usually a priority for travelers to Sicily, as it should be: Ingredients are always fresh, and the recipes simple and time-tested. Whether you dine in a hole-in-the-wall…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Monaco

Beaches in Monaco

Just outside the border, on French soil, the Monte-Carlo Beach Club adjoins the Monte-Carlo Beach Hôtel, av. Princesse-Grace (www.monte-carlo-beach.com; tel. 04-93-28-66-66), a…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Chicago

The Best Websites in Chicago

League of Chicago Theatres (www.chicagoplays.com): If you're planning to catch a show while in town, visit this comprehensive theater site, where you can search specific dates to see…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Chicago

The Best Authentic Experiences in Chicago

Frank Sinatra once proclaimed Chicago his kind of town. It will be yours as well. Awaiting you in the Windy City are new discoveries and favorite places you’ll want to visit again and…

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The Best Mid-Range Hotels in Chicago

Hotel Allegro Chicago: Its prime Loop location and stylish decor make the Allegro an appealing home base for visitors in search of an urban getaway. Rooms are compact but cheerful,…

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Best Dining Bets in Chicago

Best Splurge: The standard-bearer for Chicago's reinvention as a culinary leader is Alinea, where chef Grant Achatz astounds and delights professional critics and amateur foodies with…

Guide Article / Hotels in Chicago

Family-Friendly Hotels in Chicago

Family-Friendly Hotels Chicago has plenty of options for families on the go. At the south end of the Loop, the Hilton Chicago has lots of public space for wandering, and many of the…

Guide Article / Hotels in Chicago

Neighborhoods in Chicago

The Loop Strictly speaking, "downtown" in Chicago means the Loop -- the central business district, a 6- to 8-block rectangle enveloped by elevated tracks on all four sides. Here's…

Guide Article / Restaurants in Chicago

Late-Night Bites in Chicago

Chicago's not much of a late-night dining town; most restaurants shut down by 10 or 11pm, leaving night owls with the munchies out of luck. But if you know where to go, you can still…

Guide Article / Restaurants in Chicago

Neighborhoods in Chicago

The Loop In keeping with their proximity to the towers of power, many of the restaurants in the Loop feature expense-account-style prices, but it's still possible to dine here for less…

Guide Article / Restaurants in Chicago

Vegetarian in Chicago

Yes, Chicago may have a reputation as a carnivore's paradise, but that doesn't mean vegetarians should stuff their bags with dried tofu before coming here. In recent years, more and…

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International Dining in Chicago

While the term "ethnic restaurant" is often synonymous with casual, low-priced spots, Chicago chefs have taken world cuisine to new, fine-dining heights. At Topolobampo, chef Rick…

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Dining Alfresco in Chicago

Cocooned for 6 months of the year, with furnaces and electric blankets blazing, Chicagoans revel in the warm months of late spring, summer, and early autumn. For locals and visitors…

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Breakfast in Chicago

Near The Loop & Magnificent Mile You can get a good (and upscale) breakfast at one of the hotels near the Loop or Magnificent Mile. Favorite spots for business travelers looking to…

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Special-Interest Sightseeing in Chicago

Obama's Chicago For years, Chicago's biggest hometown celebrity was Oprah Winfrey (despite the fact that she's rarely seen out and about, preferring to spend her free time at her…

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Exploring Hyde Park in Chicago

Hyde Park, south of the Loop, is the birthplace of atomic fission, home to the University of Chicago and the popular Museum of Science and Industry, and definitely worth a trip. It's…

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Exploring the 'Burbs in Chicago

Oak Park Architecture and literary buffs alike make pilgrimages to Oak Park, a nearby suburb on the western border of the city that is easily accessible by car or train. Bookworms…

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In & Around the Loop in Chicago

The heart of the Loop is Chicago's business center, where you'll find some of the city's most famous early skyscrapers, the Chicago Board of Trade (the world's largest commodities,…

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The Bar Scene in Chicago

If you want to soak up the atmosphere of an authentic neighborhood tavern or sports bar, it's best to venture beyond downtown. Lincoln Park, Wrigleyville, and Bucktown/Wicker Park have…

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The Top Shopping Streets & Neighborhoods in Chicago

The nickname "Magnificent Mile" -- hyperbole to some, an understatement to others -- refers to the roughly mile-long stretch of North Michigan Avenue between Oak Street and the Chicago…