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Want to Pack Your Pistol in a Park? You'll Have to Wait

Should visitors to the National Park System be allowed to carry weapons? President Bush gave the notion a green light, but judges have put a hold on park-goers wishing to pack their…

Article / Family & Kids

The Alps' Kinder Hotels: Fun for Kids and Parents Alike

With sunny summer weather, facilities for children of all ages, fresh mountain air, and plenty of outdoor activities, the Kinder Hotels of Austria and Germany may be the best spots for…

Article / Local Experiences

6 Hidden Oases in the Heart of Paris

Taking in all the sights of Paris is grand, but sometimes you need a spot to sit and recoup. Here are six quiet little corners that take you by surprise.

Article / Family & Kids

Summer's Big Entrance: Wallet-Friendly Memorial Day Weekend Getaways

Family resorts are tempting families with wallet-friendly rates and activity-packed schedules. Here's a sampling of last-minute getaways for Memorial Day weekend.

Article / Local Experiences

Atlanta Alternatives: 7 Other Southeastern Destinations

A visit to the southeast U.S. wouldn't be complete without a trip beyond the shadow of the big peach. Here's a succinct guide to seven of the region's most interesting destinations.

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Taking the Kids to Prague

With the U.S. dollar stronger than last year and cheap airfares available, this is the summer to return to Europe. Prague, from its castles to its shops, is guaranteed to be a hit with…

Article / Arts and Culture

Getting High Culture in the Land of Lowenbrau

What with Oktoberfest and the Hofbrauhaus, even those only passingly familiar with Munich associate the city first and foremost with beer. But Munich is the cultural highlight of…

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

4 Active Adventure Vacations Around the World

Instead of throwing in the proverbial beach towel, take an active detour -- one that promises a heart-thumping adrenaline rush and a good, old-fashioned workout.

Article / Local Experiences

Salt Lake City: A Little Bit Different

Utah's capital is definitely unusual, from its location in a blazing hot desert and proximity to mountain sports to its home as one of the U.S.'s most influential native-born…

Article / Arts and Culture

9 Ways to See the Best of Chelsea's Art Scene

New openings in Chelsea over the past decade have further cemented the Big Apple as the world's premier marketplace for contemporary art. Visit these picks, and you'll discover the…

Article / Food and Drink

San Diego: A Nightlife Scene for Everyone

You could hit up any of the city's many rooftop bars, swank lounges, or electrifying dance floors -- but if you only want to experience the city's hottest scenes, study our list below.

Article / Local Experiences

Visiting Kirkland, WA, Seattle's Nearby Escape

The beautiful town of Kirkland is across Lake Washington from that metropolis to the west, and a combination of urban scenery, suburban gentility, and sheer nature that makes it worth…

Article / Food and Drink

Eat & Runways: The 13 Best U.S. Airport Restaurants

Most airport food is hideous. But poke around and you can find local favorites and branches of well-loved hometown eateries that give a little bit of regional flavor to your four-hour…

Article / Family & Kids

Keeping the Kids Healthy Away from Home

Flu news is making travelers nervous -- very nervous -- just when millions of are planning much-needed summer vacations. The best defense? We just have to plan and travel smart.

Article / Family & Kids

Of Geysers and Grizzlies: The Best of Yellowstone for Families

With bookings down and the promise of a less-crowded summer, this just may be the year to visit Yellowstone, AmericaÂ?s first national park and arguably its most unique.

Article / Family & Kids

It's a Smaller World After All: 6 Tot-Size Family Parks

Bigger isn't always better when it comes to a great day out with the kids. Here are six spots can entertain, enthrall, and provide the perfect quick break for your family.

Article / Local Experiences

Civil War Trails: See 19th-Century Sites in 21st-Century Style

Each year, thousands of armchair Civil War buffs, amateur historians, re-enactment enthusiasts, and those with sheer curiosity descend upon historic battlefields and key sites of the…

Article / Arts and Culture

Swedish Dish: How to See Stockholm Culture for Less

The Swedish capital is notorious for high prices, but you don't have to break the bank to see something good. Find out how to see museums, theater, and more for free or cheap -- just…

Article / Local Experiences

Take Me Out to the Ballgames: 12 Playing Fields Worth a Visit

Following your hometown team might be tough when you're on the road -- but it shouldn't be hard to incorporate sporting events into your travels.

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5 Things You Don't Know About Melbourne

Melbourne has carved a niche as the hippest city in Australia -- with a European style that her rival Sydney can't match -- and possessing both elegance and edge in equal measure.

Article / Food and Drink

Baker's Dozen: Top Spots for Food and Wine Lovers

Find culinary hot spots -- cooking schools, restaurants, vineyards and distilleries, coffee plantations, and patisseries -- in 13 destinations across the globe.

Article / Local Experiences

Mexico Report: Swine Flu and the City

Mexico City has come to a standstill as transport and tourist sites have gone unused or closed down. Here's what you can expect on the ground.

Article / Arts and Culture

Top 10 Destinations for Opera Lovers

From Milan's Teatro alla Scala to the desert setting of Santa Fe's theater, we bring you the best places around the world to hear opera.

Article / Arts and Culture

The Poetry of Living: Visit Pablo Neruda's Homes in Chile

The Chilean poet was a writer, diplomat, dissident and all-round bon vivant. Pay homage with a visit to three homes where his spirit, personality, and joie de vivre live on.

Article / Local Experiences

First-Class Second Cities: Where to Go Instead

So you're headed to London again, or maybe even Paris. They're great, sure. But if you're looking for an alternative to save money or expand your horizons, try one of these second…