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Charming Towns of Northern California's Wine Country

Northern California's wine country is much more than vineyards and rambling country roads. Here's how to experience the region's most charming town squares and thriving communities,…

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Things to See in Edinburgh, Scotland

Calton Hill, on the edge of Edinburgh's New Town, was author Robert Louis Stevenson's favorite spot to overlook Scotland's capital. Rising 106m (348 ft.), you can get even higher by…

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What to See in Berlin, Germany

The Brandenburg Gate stands in the heart of Berlin, an icon through good times and bad. In Berlin's pre-war heyday, the gate marked the western extremity of the "main street," Unter…

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Favorite Moments in Dublin

Yes, Dublin has a more sophisticated edge than it once did, but some things don’t change, like the Croke Park crowds, love of a drink, and the cheerful cynicism of the government.…

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Best of Provence and the Cote d'Azur: 19 Favorite Moments

From Provence's plush fields of lavender, Roman ruins, sundrenched olive groves, sloping vineyards, and medieval villages to the glamorous resorts, glitterati-clad beaches, gastronomic…

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Extreme Vacations: 10 Adventures for Active Travelers

Looking to add a shot of adrenalin to your next vacation? The last few decades have seen an explosion of new ways to explore the outdoors that will have your heart pumping and your…

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7 Secrets to Eating Well in France

France is famously obsessed with food, but obsessed with health food? Not exactly. Between the buttery pastries, the heavy sauces, and the sinful desserts, the country is one big…

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Fat Tuesday: 5 Parades at New Orleans' Mardi Gras

Mardi Gras -- the biggest free party thrown in North America -- always falls 46 days before Easter and is the city's most popular attraction. People love the crowds, costumes, and…

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Best of NYC with Kids

Beneath its noise, grit, and air of jaded cynicism, New York City is extremely kid-friendly. It opens its arms to kids of all ages, with some of the top children's attractions in the…

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Peru's Best Beaches

The extremely dry northern desert coast is graced by Peru's finest long, sandy beaches, but for decades their inaccessibility kept them poorly developed and the secret of pioneering…

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French Riviera's Best Beaches: 5 Med Escapes

Contrary to the French Riviera's film and tabloid image, it's not just about bronzed stick figures and celebrities hiding behind Chanel shades. The coastline from the Hyères to Nice is…

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Best of Cape Cod: 15 Favorite Moments

Summertime is what Cape Cod and Islands are really all about. Sunbathing on the pristine beaches, discovering inlets by kayak, and biking some of New England's best trails are just…

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Best of Banff: 11 Favorite Moments

Banff has been drawing visitors to the Canadian Rocky Mountains for more than a century. They're drawn primarily to nature and the peace of the wilderness. It's not necessarily hip…

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The New Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Hollywood—In Pictures

It's the amusement park franchise that created a blockbuster in Orlando—and now there's a West Coast version, too. Universal Studios Hollywood, the theme park that grew out of one of…

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Best Family-Friendly Beaches in the UK

Surfers, sandcastle builders, dog walkers, and nature lovers head to these kid-friendly beaches in the United Kingdom

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America's Best Swimming Holes

We've found that nature builds the best water parks. So instead of making do with the nearest swimming pool this summer, head into the great outdoors to get wet. From Arizona to Puerto…

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8 Less Usual Ways to "Do" Las Vegas

Sure, you could blow your budget on a Cirque show, an evening at the crap tables and a meal at a celebrity chef’s joint that costs more than your monthly mortgage. But there are other,…

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Exotic but Kid-Friendly: 7 Top Spots for Family Vacations (UPDATED 2021)

I traveled to Europe with my guidebook-writing parents for the first time when I was four months old. When it came to traveling with my own kids, though, I was more conservative: I…

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10 Hot Reasons to Visit Norway in the Winter

"Norwegians," the saying goes, "are born with skis on their feet." In other words, this is a country that knows a thing or two about how to enjoy the winter months. Whether that means…

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Exploring Norway's Fjords and Northern Lights with Hurtigruten

Forget everything you know about cruise ships. Hurtigruten, which sails the Norwegian coast, is nothing like them. Its name translates to "Fast Route" because the line was created in…

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How To Plan a College Tour Vacation

Is having your kid leave for college more painful than childbirth? I’ll let you know when I’m there. Right now, I’m at the start of the process: looking for an institution to dump her…

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Experiencing the Very Best of San Diego

Laid back, mellow, and chill to the max, San Diegans surf before work, swim toward sunsets, and enjoy Shakespeare and Santana under moonlit skies. The choices for adventure, amusement,…

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The 21 Top Ways To Enjoy San Francisco

You won't be the first to leave your heart in San Francisco and you certainly won't be the last. That's especially true if you try these 21 experiences—they introduce you to the unique…

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See The Best Of California In Two Weeks

Can one see the Golden State's top sights in just two weeks? Just barely. Should one? That all depends on your taste for speed and your desire to check off bucket list destinations…

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These 11 Airports Give You a Reason to Miss Your Flight

Nobody wants to get stuck at the airport, right? Not so fast! Airports the world over seem to have gotten the memo that passengers need more than a newsstand or shoeshine during a…