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A Tour of Literary Paris: Where Famous Writers Lived and Worked

Paris is of course the undisputed capital of French literature. The country's great writers—including Honoré de Balzac, Victor Hugo, and George Sand in the 19th century, and Marcel…

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Florence, Italy's Best New Neighborhood

By Donald Strachan Cities change. It's what they do. However, one of the draws of Florence has been that its center is stuck in time. It was old when Lucy and George traded gazes in E.…

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Cooking Classes Abroad: Travel for Taste

By Charis Atlas Heelan Culinary vacations are an ideal way to immerse yourself in a destination's cuisine and culture. Plus, enrolling in a short-term cooking class gives you the best…

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Iconic European Rail Journeys

Rich, ancient, and incredibly diverse, the nations of Europe offer a vast array of sights, climates, cultures, and cuisines. These ten trips show the full reach of the European rail…

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10 Top Travel Twitterers

By Johnny Jet Given that Twitter ( www.twitter.com ) is now the go-to place for travelers, you can get the best travel updates by following some of the top travel tweeters. Though…

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8 Airport Survival Tips for the Holidays

By Johnny Jet JohnnyJet.com I travel a lot. In fact, I've been on 79 flights on 27 different airlines and visited 20 countries so far in 2010 and it's not over yet. Since I've been…

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San Antonio in a Family Way

By Cate Latting A rich history, modern-day cultural institutions, kid-friendly resorts and restaurants, and variety of theme parks and outdoor amusements all combine to make San…

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Exploring Oprah's Australia on Your Own Dime

By Charis Atlas Heelan She came, she saw, she conquered. You may have heard that Oprah Winfrey recently descended on Australia , causing a media storm that will likely generate…

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Travel Health Tips: How to Eat Well On the Road

By Beth Collins Even the most health-conscious among us can have a hard time making smart food choices when we travel. Chalk it up to temptations -- "harmless" snacks that promise to…

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Favorite Travel Moments Photo Contest Winners

The photographer said: "Dominica is a magical island in the Caribbean that is full of wonders on the island and below the offshore waters. On this trip my friends and I wanted to swim…

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Snowboarding Extreme Terrain

Snowboarders in Silverton, Colorado. Photo by Zach Dischner/Flickr.com .

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Caribbean's Best: 10 Favorite Moments

Escape the cold this winter with a memorable Caribbean beach vacation. From dancing in Anguilla 's beach bars to sailing around the British Virgin Islands , be sure to add these 10…

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When Weather Interrupts Your Trip: 6 Things to Do

When weather or a natural disaster disrupts your well-laid plans, you need to know what to do and where to turn. Here are six ways you can make the most of the situation to get home—or…

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On Location in Italy, India, and Bali

By Gretchen Kelly Hotels and tour operators are all vying for the Eat, Pray, Love tourist dollar. Here's how to plan your own pilgrimage for the best price. And if you can't escape to…

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New York City's Flatiron District: On the Rise

By Jacquelin Carnegie For years, the Flatiron District has been under-the-radar. No more. Within the past two years or so, it seems as if every trendy hotel and restaurant is opening…

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Best Cruise Ships for Kids

By Heidi Sarna It's no secret that cruises pack in extra value for families -- most of the larger ships offer free kids' activities, lavish playrooms with computer games and toys…

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9 Skydiving Adventures: Thrills on High

Skydiving has always attracted thrill-seekers and daredevils. Whether you're interested in overcoming a fear of heights or feeding an adrenaline-sports addiction, skydiving won't…

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Washington, D.C.: 5 Best Places for Photography

By Beth Rubin Forget your itinerary, forget your underwear, but don't forget your camera when visiting Washington, D.C. Whether you shoot from above, below, or head on, you can't lose…

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Agritourism: How to Eat Local in Los Angeles

By Melinda Quintero Mention Los Angeles , and you probably think beach, palm trees, and concrete. Despite urban sprawl and chronic drought, the city's mild weather is ideally suited to…

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Walking Tour: Charming Streets of New York City

By Jacquelin Carnegie Modern skyscrapers are not all New York City has to offer. There are several streets that give you a glimpse into the city's fascinating past. Get a history…

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5 Best Waterfall Hikes in Hawaii

With so much breath-taking scenery in Hawaii, it's hard to choose which trail to head down. Here are five paths in Kauai, Maui, Oahu, and the Big Island that will lead hikers to…

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America's Best Haunted Houses

By Carrie Havranek Though many theme parks now host elaborate Halloween festivals—and are stuffed to the ribcage with revelers, like Mardi Gras with screams—by dint of their homegrown…

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Tall Ship Adventures Bring Small-Scale Pleasures

By Matt Hannafin Most people who go on cruises think that they're "sailing," but usually they're not. That distinction belongs to the relatively few souls who opt to take their…

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Top 10 Whitewater River Rafting Destinations

Fun comes in degrees with whitewater rafting. You can choose a calm ride, where your river guide does the rowing and you relax and take pictures, or you can choose a trip where you'll…

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Italy Food Tour: Eating Around Apulia

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