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Caribbean Calling: 3 Family-Friendly Vacation Packages

Save big on family-friendly resorts in the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, and other islands in the Caribbean.

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10 Reasons to Visit London in the Spring

All eyes will be on Westminster Abbey when Prince William weds Kate Middleton on April 29, but smart travelers know that there are other reasons to visit London this spring. Get…

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Travel Tips: How to Overcome the Language Barrier

A bit rusty on your multilingual skills? Follow these practical travel tips for destinations when you don't speak the language.

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The Maine Windjammers: 75 Years Young and Ready for a Party

Get to know the captains and other personalities who have shaped the 75-year history behind these classic Maine schooners.

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10 Royal Wedding Celebrations You Can Actually Get Into

Want to celebrate Will and Kate's big day outside of your living room? People all over the UK are coming up with inventive, sweet, or downright odd ways of experiencing the wedding day.

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Memorial Cruises Honor the 100th Anniversary of the Sinking of the "Titanic"

The Titanic lives on in memorial cruises that are set to sail in April 2012, coinciding with the 100th anniversary of the ship's sinking.

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The 5 Best Dinosaur-Hunting Sites in the UK

On the occasion of London's Natural History Museum opening its summer blockbuster exhibition 'Age of the Dinosaur,' we dig deep for the best places to spot dinosaur remains around the…

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Park of the Week: Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historical Park

The Rosie the Riveter National Historical Park in the San Francisco Bay Area honors some of the sacrifices made during World War II.

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Expert Advice: Shortcuts to Enjoying a Food and Wine Festival

Want to sample the best food and sip the best wines? Follow these expert tips to get the most out of a culinary festival.

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5 Free Things to Do With Kids in Anchorage, Alaska

Check out these five free activities in Anchorage during your next Alaska cruise or vacation.

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Family Travel: 10 Easter Getaway Packages

Egg hunts, decadent brunches, s'mores, and chocolate treats are just some of the reasons to visit one of these family-friendly resorts over Easter weekend.

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The Royal Wedding: What to See and Do

London's forthcoming regal nuptials will impact your trip to London this year whether you're a royal watcher or not. Here's how to have fun while staying ahead of the pack.

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Four Nights in Paris, from $1,097 with Air

Jet off to Paris this spring with this four-night package, which includes airfare, lodging, and a city sightseeing tour.

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Shopping for Vintage Flair in Fun and Funky Austin

Considering all the ink Austin's nightlife gets, let's discuss visitors' two main day-time decisions: Where to get the best breakfast burrito and where to do amazing shopping.

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How to Avoid Being Pickpocketed

Keep an eye out for these five common scenarios that could make you an easy target for pickpockets.

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Park of the Week: Roosevelt Campobello International Park

As a child, Franklin Roosevelt summered on this island in New Brunswick, Canada. As an adult, the president was stricken with polio here, making this island one of history's best-kept…

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Ski Runs & Free Hugs at Alberta's Castle Mountain Resort

Visit Castle Mountain Resort and you'll receive free hugs before boarding the lift to some of the most challenging ski runs in the West.

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Traveler's Ski Report: Banff and Jasper National Parks in Alberta, Canada

Head to these two iconic national parks for affordable ski deals and charming lodges in the province of Alberta.

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Cruise Travel Tips: How to Stay Healthy at Sea

What you should pack in a first-aid kit, how to cope with seasickness, and other ways to avoid the cruise ship's infirmary.

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Park of the Week: Richmond National Battlefield Park, Virginia

Virginia's Richmond National Battlefield Park looks back to Civil War-era history and recognizes key moments in our nation's past.

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Traveler's Ski Report: What's New at Vail and Beaver Creek, Colorado

These affordable hotels and ski deals near Vail still let you enjoy one of Colorado's best ski slopes and après-ski scenes.

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Travel Troubleshooter: Four Stars For That Resort? Says Who?

A disappointed traveler thinks that her Mexico hotel has an inflated four-star rating on Hotwire.com. Is she locked into her nonrefundable reservation?

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Family Travel: 4 Fun-in-the-Sun Escapes

Rack up the savings with hotel packages in family-friendly destinations, such as Costa Rica, Disney World, Colonial Williamsburg, and Naples, Florida.

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Deal or No Deal? Do the Math Before Booking Hotel Packages

Some hotel packages can save you money, but it's wise to always double-check that you're not paying extra for unnecessary amenities.

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Beyond the Beach: 5 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do in Los Cabos

From cooking classes to adopting baby sea turtles, these non-beach activities in Los Cabos are worth exploring.