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Frommer's Banff and the Canadian Rockies day by day
Banff National Park, in the Canadian Rockies, receives nearly six million visitors a year. It is the most heavily-visited national park in Canada, and rightly so—it’s filled with…
These Rentable Cabins Are So Gorgeous, They’re Part of a Coffee Table Book
Salt Lake City–based JJ Eggers has a thing for the outdoors and a passion for charming, cozy cabins. A few years ago, he started posting photos on Instagram of his favorite hideaways…
Best Vacations for Seniors: Ideas for Travelers of Retirement Age and Older
Travel tops the to-do lists of most people of retirement age and older, according to the AARP—a group that ought to know. “Research after research has shown that it’s the number-one…
British Columbia's Rugged Northern Coast: Seeing Bears, Whales, and Wilderness
The west coast of Canada doesn’t come to a full stop—it’s more like an ellipsis . . . Innumerable islets, many of them just uninhabited rocks with some trees on top, dot the Pacific…
10 Incredible Canadian Stargazing Parks
With more than half Earth’s dark sky preserves (19 out of 36), Canada is the world leader in protecting the night against human-made light pollution. Here’s a look at the 10 most…
How to Pick the Best Cruise for You
With cruises, your choice of a ship can make or break the vacation. But many times that decision has as much to do with who you are as a person—and who you will be traveling with—as it…
What We Wish They'd Told Us About Cruises Before We Went
You show up, you eat 10 meals a day, you explore some cute ports, and head home with a professional photo of yourself and your family on the ship's formal night. That’s all you need to…
12 Idyllic Islands Where The Kayaking is Sweet (Plus Where to Rent the Kayak)
Smoothly slicing through the ripples, your kayak quietly glides over clear blue waters as the evening darkens. When your paddles cut through the bioluminescent water in the bay, the…
Ideas for Romantic Mountain Getaways in North America
Cabins in the woods and mountaintop lodges spell romance at any time of year. Whether it's skiing in the winter, watching the mountains bloom in the spring, hiking in the summer, or…
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…
Spectacular Holiday Markets Around the World
There's no better way to experience the winter season than visiting a holiday market, where you can buy last-minute gifts and treat yourself to hot chocolate, mulled wine, cookies, and…
Holiday Escapes for Canadian Travellers
The holiday season is a popular time for Canadians to plan a getaway -- but where do you go? Whether you're thinking of escaping to Caribbean beaches or capturing the spirit of the…
Health Retreats: 5 Ways to Shape Up
By Charis Atlas Heelan Whether you want to relieve some stress or need to shed a few pounds before summer, a getaway to a spa, a health retreat, or a boot camp could be your next…
12 Coastal Hotels With Stunning Shore Views
By Kristine Hansen A hotel's best amenity might be what you see out the window. From the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean, and from Maine on down to Mexico, some properties are…
One-of-a-Kind Resorts: Best Places to Do What You Love
By Charis Atlas Heelan If you are as passionate about your hobbies as you are about traveling, each of these destinations combines the best of both worlds. Whether you love to cook or…
The 10 Best North American Rail Trips Under $25
Sometimes getting there is more than half the fun, especially if you're traveling on a train. The U.S. and Canada are blessed with dozens of scenic railroads, but they all have three…
Air Passengers Have Fewer Rights in the U.S. Than in These Other Countries
Perhaps the most annoying of all airline fees is the extra charge for a carry-on bag, which several U.S. airlines, including United, can charge. But there's good news from the European…
10 Ways to Cut the Cost of an Expedition Cruise
Fancy taking Viking’s 13-day Antarctic Explorer on the line’s newest ship, Octanis? That will be $15,000, please. Even sailings to more “affordable” expedition cruise destinations…
Downeast Coast
The term Downeast, as in “Downeast Maine,” comes from the days when ships were still powered by sail. East Coast ships heading north and east along this coastline had strong prevailing…
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Suggested Itineraries in Atlantic Provinces
The eastern provinces of Canada are big, yet intimate. You can be a long way between major destinations only to find yourself suddenly overwhelmed with joy when you happen upon a small…
Regions in Brief in Atlantic Provinces
Nova Scotia This province is the undisputed star of Canada's Atlantic coast: Its capital, Halifax, is a relative financial and cultural powerhouse compared with the rest of the hamlets…
Side Trips in Maine
Once ensconced on the coast of Maine, you’d be easily forgiven if you didn’t wish to do anything more strenuous than turn the pages of a book while lying in a hammock. But if you’re a…
Driving Tour in Mount Desert Island and Acadia National Park
The 20-mile Park Loop Road is to Acadia what Half Dome is to Yosemite—the park’s premier attraction, and a magnet for the largest crowds. This remarkable roadway starts near the Hulls…
Organized Tours in Buenos Aires
Academic Trips & Language Classes Argentina I.L.E.E., Callao 339 (3rd floor at Sarmiento; tel. 11/4782-7173; www.argentinailee.com) opened in 1986 and offers a cultural immersion…