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How to Give Mom One of the Best Mother's Day Presents She's Ever Had

Family vacations are often no vacations at all for moms, especially when young kids are part of the equation. Here are some new ideas that will let everyone relax.

Article / Arts and Culture

What's New In London This Summer?

Whether it's your first foray or a repeat visit, the new museums, hotels, and restaurants sprinkled throughout London offer even more reasons to fly across the pond.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

New York's Fire Island Is For Birders and Sunbathers Alike

With beaches and bird-watching galore, Fire Island feels farther away from New York City than it is. Here's what to do and see after the 90-minute train ride from Manhattan.

Article / Arts and Culture

How to See a Bullfight in Madrid

Like it or not, bullfighting means big business in Madrid. Here's how to score tickets and where you can learn more about the history of this popular spectacle.

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How to Find the Best Shops in Cape Town, South Africa

For shopaholics and souvenir hunters, even the local malls in Cape Town are brimming with funky fashions and designs. Here's a list of shops to make sure you don't come home…

Article / Arts and Culture

New York City's Dutch Treats and Historic Sites

New York's Dutch roots are still firmly planted in contemporary art, architecture, and fashion. Explore the past through walking tours, observe the present-day influence, and look to…

Article / Family & Kids

Top Cruises for Kids From Ages Four to Seven

Some cruises just have more kid-appeal. Though these ships are clear winners when it comes to entertaining children between the ages of 4 and 7, the parents will enjoy the ride, too.

Article / Food and Drink

7 Places to Eat: Santa Fe's New, New Southwest Cuisine

The adobe architecture around downtown Santa Fe may look historic, but this city's dining scene is anything but stuck in the past.

Article / Family & Kids

10 Must-Have Items When Packing for Family Vacations

From bubbles for entertaining the kids to denture cleanser tablets for disinfecting pacifiers, be sure to add these 10 things to your packing list before your next family trip.

Article / Family & Kids

Finding Affordable Caribbean Digs for Larger Families

Many hotels allow up to four people in a room, forcing larger families to pay for a second room. Here are three ways to look for money-saving alternatives.

Article / Family & Kids

Parents Who Shouldn't Be Allowed on a Plane

There's not much parents can do about their crying children, or can they? Here are three cases where perhaps the grown-ups should be held accountable for disturbing the in-flight peace.

Article / Arts and Culture

Mark Twain Slept Here: Heidelberg, Germany

Follow Mark Twain's footsteps all the way to Heidelberg, Germany, where the seamless blend of the ancient and the modern still charms today's traveler.

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Learn Travel Writing in the Hudson River Valley

Our own Bob Fisher is holding a travel writing seminar and workshop just two hours up the Hudson River from New York City this June.

Article / Women

Shop Till You Drop: Paris Department Stores Offer More

Load up at these quintessentially Parisian department stores, which have everything from helpers to carry your bags to restaurants with city views.

Article / Arts and Culture

9 Must-See Museum Exhibits Around the World

If you'll be visiting any of these 9 cities around the world this year, be sure to catch one of these buzz-worthy museum exhibits.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Alaska Cruisetours: A Pre-Season Primer

If a daylong excursion isn't enough to satisfy your curiosity about Alaska, consider booking a cruisetour that combines an Inside Passage cruise with a lengthier tour of the real…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Onboard Waterslides and Water Parks Make a Splash

Elaborate water parks and multi-deck slides are popping up on ships. We round up the best of the bunch, and look ahead at what's to come.

Article / Honeymoons

Photo Slideshow: The World's Best Hot Springs

When you really need to unwind, you can book a massage or head to one of these natural steam rooms, where you can also soak in some local culture.

Article / Theme Park

10 Tips for Visiting Disney World with Kids

Planning a family vacation to Disney World can come with a lot of stressful expectations. The readers of WeJustGotBack.com reveal how to make the most of your time and money.

Article / Local Experiences

Photo Slideshow: 5 Great Casinos of the World

Gambling only makes up a fraction of a casino's allure. Whatever your style, these casinos may tempt you to up the ante.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Family Getaways in Puerto Rico, St. Thomas & the Bahamas

Save a bundle with these three deals, including complimentary nights in Puerto Rico, discounted all-inclusive plans in St. Thomas, and free companion airfare to the Bahamas. We did the…

Article / Food and Drink

Picknicking Across Paris: 8 Shops for Stocking Up on Supplies

Although restaurants are all very fine and good, there's a lot to be said for a quick and easy outdoor meal when you are a.) tired, b.) on a budget, or c.) a fan of Paris' many lovely…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

5 Pet-Friendly Destinations in North America

There's no need to leave your dog at home if you book a hotel package in one of these pet-friendly cities. It's hard to say who will have a better time.

Article / Arts and Culture

Photo Slideshow: Great Italian Escapes

Veer off the tourist track with the help of one of these intimate tours, and you'll discover quaint villages and rugged coastlines. What are you waiting for?

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Photo Slideshow: Philadelphia's Open-Air Art

When it comes to public art in Philadelphia, most people know to look for the Rocky statue. But the city is loaded with masterpieces in unlikely places. Here are five spots worth…