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Inside China: The Diversity of a Billion-Plus People

As the world's largest nation, population-wise, with an estimated 1.3 billion people, China is also very diverse, with an official count of 55 different ethnic minorities.

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Inside China: Pollution and the Environment

Fresh air to breathe and clean water to drink are two basic requirements most people take for granted but in China, it seems that even the most fundamental of human necessities are at…

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Inside China: The Country's Culinary Map

Chinese food in all its varieties may very well be the best cuisine in the world. And consuming China means taking part of the food equally with the art, architecture and those other…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Pacific Paradises of Tahiti & Fiji -- on a Budget

What better time than now to start planning your next beach vacation to escape the winter cold. When things start cooling down, heat up with a getaway to one or more islands in the…

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The Best Free Things to Do in San Francisco

Visiting San Francisco is high on your traveler's to-do list, but have you've been holding off because you think the city is just so darn pricey? Think again.

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Inside China: 5 Sprawling Mega Cities

Shanghai's soaring skyscrapers, Chongqing's expansive borders, and more glimpses of the world's urban future.

Article / Outdoor & Adventure

The 7 Best Bargains in U.S. National Parks

Free entertainment, unlimited visits with one ticket, 24/7 hours and four more great reasons why U.S. parks are a budget traveler's dream.

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Arizona in Technicolor: National Parks Beyond the Grand Canyon

The Petrified Forest and Saguaro National Parks offer visually stunning landscapes and an opportunity to explore some of the most impressive geological sites in the…

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Park of the Week: Devils Tower National Monument

An icon of the American West, Devils Tower is a treat for the eyes, a challenge for climbers, and impressive enough to make the aliens choose it for an airport in 'Close Encounters of…

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On the Trail of Jack the Ripper in London

Want to add a bit of fright to the next family trip? Trace a legendary murderer's spine-chilling progress through Victorian London's notoriously sinister East End.

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Dolphin Dips: Four Aquatic Adventures in Florida

What child doesn't love the idea of having a splash with a dolphin? Four Florida facilities make it easy to get up close and personal with sea life.

Article / Travelers with Disabilities

The Able Traveler: New Access Guide Tops List of Chicago Resources

Not only does Chicago boast a wide range of wheelchair-accessible attractions and lodging options; but a bevy of free tours and accessible travel planning resources are also available.

Article / Family & Kids

Drive Us Out to the Ballgame: Minor League Ballparks Worth a Road Trip

For millions of families across the country, summer means two things: Vacation and baseball. Put the two together and you've got the makings of a good, old-fashioned All-American road…

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7 Ways to See the World on Wheels

Cape Cod, Arran Island, and five more destinations with excellent opportunities for families seeking to see the sights via two wheels and pedal power.

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Breaking the Ice: How to Board Arctic Expedition Ships

While some people's idea of the perfect summer vacation involves a bikini, a hotel suite steps from the sand, a cocktail and a beach lounge, for others a thermal parka, polar fleece…

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Photo Slideshow: On Safari in Namibia

You've heard about it all -- the 7-star hotel, the gourmet restaurants, the world's tallest building, the insane shopping -- but seeing is believing. We've captured some of the best on…

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Racing Hotspots to Get Your NASCAR Fix

Summer means hot sunny days, plenty of partying and adrenalin-racing action, especially if you'll be hitting the speedways around the country to watch NASCAR, the United State's…

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Conrad Anker's Top 5 U.S. National Park and Forest Hikes

World-renowned alpinist Conrad Anker is an ambassador for a new campaign that's encouraging travelers to forgo fuel-guzzling and high-cost vacations and visit instead a National Park…

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Exploring Maine's Northern Forests and Rivers

Quiet upon first glance, Maine's north woods are year-round play land for visitors entranced by snowmobiling, ATV excursions, whitewater rafting, and other outdoor pursuits.

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Park of the Week: Carlsbad Caverns National Park

Why you'll get a kick out of sulfuric acid, tens of thousands of bats, and hundreds of deep, dark places.

Article / Family & Kids

From Great Museums to the Great Outdoors

Exposed to new and interesting stuff, kids are like sponges -- including the ability to become over-saturated. Here are six suggestions for finding outdoor fun in museum-rich cities.

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All in a Day's Play: 10 Kid-Friendly Pennsylvania Farmstays

If your children think eggs and milk come from the local Safeway, then it's time to roll up your sleeves and settle into a family farm vacation.

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8 Ways to See L.A. From a Kid's Perspective

Want to be a star? Where to find family-friendly activities in Los Angeles that'll leave the kids with lifelong memories.

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7 Top Historic Restoration Vacations

Seven U.S. destinations where families can take a step backward and immerse themselves in early American history.

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10 Ways to Take San Diego Home With You

Neighborhoods and shops you'll want to hit in your quest for the perfect SoCal souvenir.