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Visa Fees Rise, Raising Walls to the World

The US government has been making it steadily more expensive and difficult for some foreign tourists to get into the US, causing a wave of tit-for-tat fee-raising which has made it…

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The Bargains Just Keep on Coming: Four-City Asian Sojourn

July 7, 2003 -- Prices for travel packages to Asia have not yet begun to rise from the depths to which they plummeted during the spring, so it's still a great time to take advantage of…

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Stay in a House Near the Mouse: Orlando Area Lodgings Reduced for Our Readers Only

June 9, 2003 -- If you're planning a family trip to Disney World, Universal Studios or any of the central Florida theme parks, we've negotiated a sweet deal for you. Heck, it's good…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Born to Be Wild: Outdoor Adventures for the Whole Family

May 11, 2003 -- One of the best bonding experiences a family can enjoy is a group outing in Mother Nature. A non-profit organization based in Minneapolis, the Wilderness Inquiry has…

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Regional Reductions Galore: Bargain Asian Vacations Extended

July 2, 2003 -- With SARS declared all but dead in Asia by both the World Health Organization and the US Centers for Disease Control, the stampede to the world's most exotic continent…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Coral Corral: It's a Roundup of Savings on the High Seas

July 2, 2003 -- In addition to what the cruise consolidators below are offering, Crystal Cruises (www.crystalcruises.com) has announced its 2004 Value Collection, offering up to 50%…

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Cruise News: We're Coming into Port with the Latest on New Ships, New Routes and More

Carnival and Princess expand their lines; Oceania cracks the bubbly on a new boat; Royal Caribbean sets its sight on the biggest ship ever; the Norway is towed in for repairs and…

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Fly & Drive New Zealand's "Middle Earth"

June 30, 2003 -- Thanks to the filming of the Lord of the Rings there, New Zealand is now promoting itself as "Middle Earth," much as Salzburg has been pitching The Sound of Music for…

Article / Local Experiences

So That's How They Do It! Taste History at Canada's Tiny Economusems

Cheese does not come from the supermarket. Flowers don't come from the florist. And paper does not come from Staples. But if you're from a big city, you've probably never seen how…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Fineliving.com's Summer Beach House Giveaway!

Spend an idyllic family vacation you'll never forget on your own private island! The beach house on Fisherman Is. off the coast of Maine is beautifully furnished & completely…

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Not Just for Romantic Weekends, the Kids Can Come, Too

June 27, 2003 -- One favored stereotype about Bed and Breakfast inns isthat they are just for romantic interludes like honeymoons and anniversaries. But they can also begreat fun for…

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Become Master of the Castle with Discounted Heritage Pass

June 25, 2003 -- Great Britain is sprinkled with castles, from the massive Tower of London and Edinburgh Castle to smaller villas, priories, abbeys and mansions. One of the advantages…

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Hawaiian Madness: Aston Offers Great Deal to Waikiki

June 25,2003 -- It's madness, say the sponsors, complete madness. Call it what you will, it's a good deal, because you get a fourth night free for every three you stay. This is your…

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For a Weekend Trip, Local Wineries Can Be Grape

You probably already know about California's world-renowned wine-growing regions, but all 50 states now offer their own varietal tipples -- and offer tours of beautiful local wineries.

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Win an Annual Trip for 20 Years to Gorgeous British Columbia

June 25, 2003 -- You might have a chance to win an annual vacation for the next 20 years to British Columbia if you enter a contest from the province's tourism authority. The odds…

Article / Local Experiences

Tips for Global Travelers From the Travel Experts

It's nice to have the advice of experts, the hardworking members of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), to give us a head's up on what to remember and not to forget for this…

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Every Night is Ladies' Night With This Club Med Discount

June 23, 2003 -- Is Cancun lacking in women -- or is Club Med trying to reward American women for triumphing over the trials of their lives? That's what we started wondering when we…

Article / Beach & Water Sports

Aussie Travelogue: Lowdown on Down Under Sydney

What to see, what to do and how to save: We've got the 411 on Oz from the irreverent and informative Johnny Jet.

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Rio Big Savings For Trips to Brazil

June 23, 2003 -- There's one country where the US dollar still stands proud: Brazil. Our currency has gained 23% against the Brazilian Real (R$) in the past year, making dining,…

Article / Family & Kids

Lead the Family Dog to Water: Check out the Comprehensive and Free Colorado Directory

The Colorado Directory is the only statewide travel guide for that Rocky Mountain state where the information is gathered in person, on location by the publisher. Best of all, it's…

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Untie Tongues With Multilingual Web Sites

Baffled by foreign tongues? Don't worry, you're not alone.

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The Play's the Thing: Secrets to Success for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and More

Edinburgh 'shuffles off its mortal coil' to become the theater capital of the world in August. Samantha Chapnick tells you what you need to know.

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Pond-hopping for Pennies: Europe Is still Cheap

June 18, 2003 -- The height of the European tourist season is in full swing, or at least it should be. Travel packagers continue to slash their prices, as Americans simply aren't…

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Another Getaway to BA: A Bargain-Priced Package to Argentina

June 18, 2003 -- Virgin Vacations, affiliated with Virgin Atlantic airlines, has its eyes on Argentina and is in a mood to tango. To get willing partners, they are offering six-night…

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Floridians, Cool Off This Summer With Cheap Air/Car Deal to Holland

June 18, 2003 -- Most cheap airfare deals to Europe leave from the Northeast, so we're always thrilled when we see a special for natives of other parts of the US. During the summer,…