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Oh, To Be in Ireland Now that Fall is Here

September 20, 2004 -- Fall and spring are great times to visit Ireland. The Emerald Isle becomes even more lush and verdant, and prices on packages and airfares hit new lows. Below,…

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Good Trips Come in Christmas Packages

September 20, 2004 -- Unless you've got reindeer and a sleigh at your disposal, the time to get organized for a Christmas trip is now. Of the hundreds of options suggested to us, those…

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Bridging the Gulf: An Explorer's Guide to the Middle East

September 17, 2004 -- Although the term Persian Gulf is more likely to evoke images of Desert Storm than tourists frolicking on beaches, in fact there is a growing travel industry in…

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In Rio, Life is a Carnival

September 17, 2004 -- Who hasn't fantasized about experiencing Carnival in Rio? Marching bands and samba dancers. Elaborate floats accessorized by scantily clad hotties. Endless nights…

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Rome for the Holidays

September 17, 2004 -- If you'd rather be slurping spaghetti and sipping red wide than tucking into turkey at Thanksgiving, there are still some deals available for the holiday season…

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Sin City, Sinfully Cheap

September 15, 2004 -- Even if you're not itching to tie the knot a la Britney Spears or Nicky Hilton, Las Vegas is one of those places that almost everyone checks out at one time or…

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We Gotta Get Out of this Place: Planning a Last-Minute Trip

September 15, 2004 -- It's only Wednesday, but you're already yearning for Friday. Stress, deadlines, burning the candle at both ends -- you need to sleep, you need to relax, and most…

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Dig This: Archaeology for Travelers

September 10, 2004 -- When people think of visiting archaeological sites, places like Italy, Greece and Egypt immediately spring to mind. But beyond these biggies, vast numbers of…

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Orlando: Not Just for Kids Anymore

September 10, 2004 -- Orlando isn't just about theme parks. Visiting this part of Florida can also mean busting out the credit cards for a shop-till-you-drop day at designer-name…

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The ABCs of Latin America

September 10, 2004 - In terms of value for money, Latin America's best bets are as easy to remember as your ABCs: Argentina, Brazil and Costa Rica. Regardless of which one you decide…

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Plunge into a Spa-tastic Vacation

Hey you! Yeah, you, reading this hunched over a computer, sipping stale coffee. Wouldn't you like a chance to relax and unwind, a chance to escape work obligations and everyday stress?…

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America's National Parks: Nice Lodges, Decent Food, and Hey, the Views Aren't Bad

September 10, 2004 -- Rolling hills dotted with wildflowers, plunging red rock canyons, vast snow-covered peaks -- the sheer majesty and diversity of America's national parks is hard…

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A Boatload of Cruise Bargains

September 9, 2004 - From Christmas cruises in the tropics to deals for singles, we've got some of the best deals a handful of major travel agencies are advertising this week. Note that…

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Essential China: Hong Kong, Beijing, Xian and More

September 8, 2004 -- Three reliable tour operators are providing moderately priced trips to China this autumn, two of them visiting one or more of the biggest cities, the third taking…

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South America Wildlife Adventures for All Budgets

September 2, 2004 -- There are literally hundreds of companies and independent operators who offer a variety of tours through the Amazon Jungle (which stretches across Brazil, Ecuador…

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Moose, Whales & Bears, Oh My! See Wild Alaska Before the Season Ends

September 1, 2004 -- Alaska is one of the world's premier destinations for adventure, wildlife and ecotourism. September marks the end of the summer season and the final opportunity of…

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South African Safari Sensations

August 26, 2004 -- Dreaming of a South African adventure, but always thought it was beyond your reach? Fall (the South African spring) is the perfect season to make those dreams a…

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Sweet Home Alabama (And Florida): A Visit to the Florabama Shores

August 27, 2004 -- The Redneck Riviera, as the southern shores of Alabama and the Florida panhandle are jokingly -- and fondly -- called, is full of Southern hospitality, white…

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Where, Oh, Where Could My Senior Discount Be?

August 27, 2004 -- When do you cross the line from middle age to senior citizen? It depends on who's offering the membership or discount. According to the AARP, you're officially there…

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A Reef of Reductions on Cruises for the Fall & Winter

August 25, 2004 -- As usual, we've rounded up the best deals and specials currently available from major travel agencies, including transatlantic crossings from $1,399 that include…

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Block Off Time for Block Island: Post-High Season Discounts Abound

August 23, 2004 -- East coast summer fun seekers know Block Island as an all-American island off the Rhode Island coast with winding roads, beautiful bluffs, white sandy beaches and a…

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Grade A Bargains for Three "B" Islands

August 19, 2004 -- Autumn is a splendid time to visit Bermuda, The Bahamas and Barbados -- islands stretching from as far north as the mid-Atlantic down south to the lower Antilles.…

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Rock Bottom Flights to New Zealand and Around the US

August 19, 2004 -- If you're contemplating a little Southern Hemisphere "spring break" this fall, what could be better than a New Zealand adventure where you get the best of all…

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Inca Dinka Do: Peruvian Pastimes at Paltry Prices

August 11, 2004 -- Peru is the ultimate destination for a South American adventure filled with history and discovery. Whether you want to experience Incan culture with a bird's eye…

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September's Global Festival Frenzy

August 11, 2004 -- September is an exciting month for international festivals. From some of the most famous like Oktoberfest in Munich to the more obscure Indra Jatra in Nepal, it is…