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Plan Now for Fall and Winter Family Getaways in the Sun

By the beginning of fall many families begin thinking about their next getaway, and invariably they want to go somewhere to escape the impending cold weather. Here are Caribbean…

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Preposterous Press Trips! Sir Richard Branson, "Entourage," and JFK-Vegas Via Virgin Airlines

Virgin trots out pay cable celebs to promote new NYC to Vegas flight route. How much can Branson save you on that next gambling escape?

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Getting Outdoors and Getting High in Park City, Utah

Park City isn't your usual Utah town. Once a raucous mining center, it was never known for its saintliness, and even today, a local leader boasts 'We're considered a kind of Sodom and…

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Block Island: A Porkchop of Peace in the Northeast

In the high-pressure, high-priced northeast, this island off the end of Long Island is a flash back to earlier, quieter decades. And it's considerably less expensive in high season…

Article / Road Trips

Plucky Survivors 3: 200 Miles for a Hot Dog

This road trip is about the journey, not the destination -- or perhaps it's about all the little destinations on the way.

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Plucky Survivors See America 3: Why Sightsee When There's Pork to Eat?

So far, there's been mediocre barbecue in Georgia, divinely perfect pork roast at the South Carolina State Barbeque Championships, and just flat out satisfying pulled pork sandwiches…

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Anniversary Celebration: On Top of Old Smoky for 75 Years

In 2009 Great Smoky Mountains National Park will celebrating its 75th anniversary and -- luckily for visitors -- the park has never looked better.

Article / Family & Kids

5 Rock and Roll Family Road Trips

Discover the roots of rock & roll by touring Elvis' home, making a pilgrimage to the Crossroads, or exploring artifacts in Nashville, Cleveland, and Settle.

Article / Local Experiences

How to See All of San Diego from 10 Scenic Lookouts

Ever get the urge to scramble up to the highest spot to see everything? We've found the best places from which to take in wide swaths of southern California's second city -- and beyond.

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Bath to Basics: Spas That Soak You Right

Water as therapy is nothing new, from the Japanese onsen and the Native American Temazcal to the Turkish hammam and the Roman bath. Today, bath rituals are finding there way onto even…

Article / Family & Kids

You, the Kids, and Bushels Full of Apples: Enjoy Early Fall in the Northeast

Time spent picking-your-own apples is a fantastic way to get the kids outdoors, have fun, and educate them at the same time.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

Through the Grape Vines with Zephyr Wine Adventures

How to get behind the grapes and into the fields, with daily hiking, as well as cycling, canoeing, and horseback riding jaunts.

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Park of the Week: Hot Springs National Park

The nation's first protected park area still offers rest and relaxation to weary travelers willing to dip their toes into its healing waters.

Article / Road Trips

Plucky Survivors See America 3: Following the Food

Why mapping a road trip with pork-grease-stained hands is an excellent way to plan any American journey.

Article / Road Trips

Plucky Survivors See America 3: The Plucky Shall Rise Again

Two years ago, two friends struggling with grave health issues decided the only suitable way to celebrate life was to visit the world's largest ball of twine. This year, the Pluckies…

Article / Family & Kids

How to Have a Road Trip Without Breaking the Bank

The great American road trip is on -- even with the high cost of gas. Frommers.com reveals where to drive to without breaking the bank.

Article / Travelers with Disabilities

The Able Traveler: Get Your Access Pass and Head to a National Park

You can't ramp Mother Nature, but these U.S. treasures are still very inviting to wheelchair-users and slow walkers, and a revamped Access Pass makes visits very affordable vacation…

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9 Ways to Treat Yourself at San Francisco Spas

San Franciscans have a long tradition of knowing how to pamper themselves, from yesteryear's baths to getting rubbed and polished at modern hotel and day spas. Find out how to treat…

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Cruising Old Canada Road, Maine's Forgotten Byway

This National Scenic Byway runs along US Route 201, following the river trading routes of the Abenaki Tribe and the path followed by Benedict Arnold when he laid siege to the French…

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Tree-Sitting, Sand-Sculpting, Salmon-Chasing, and More Ways to Spend Fall

It may feel hot right now, but autumn is just around the corner. Plan an escape around a fun fall festivals or exciting event.

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See Africa Through Festivals, Photo Safaris, Bushwalks and More

Skip the standard safaris and city escapes for unique opportunities in Mali, Madagascar, Togo, Egypt, and more destinations.

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Park of the Week: Grand Teton National Park

More than just a side trip from Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park has a grandeur all its own, and it's a lot easier to see than its big sister immediately to the north.

Article / Family & Kids

How to Get a Last Gasp of Summer Before School Starts

Before you turn the calendar to September and more serious pursuits, grab a final summer getaway and greet fall with a smile.

Article / Family & Kids

4 Family Wildlife Safaris Across the U.S.

How to get up close to giraffe, zebras, hippos, and the best of sub-Saharan Africa without leaving the United States.

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Monkey Banquets, Air Expos, and 3 More Fall Events

Autumn brings a feast of culturally fascinating and colorful festivals around the world. Here are five events that provide a break from the ordinary.