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Uncovering Florida's Hidden Atlantic Escapes: Amelia, Fort George, and the Talbot Islands

Barrier islands dot the maritime landscape along the Florida's Atlantic coastline, and they're ideal getaways for a day, a weekend, or longer.

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Top 5 U.S. National Parks for Winter Warmth

During the winter months, several National Parks close down for the season, but there are a few parks located in warmer locales that enjoy moderate to downright hot conditions…

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Caribbean

Expanded international and inter-island air service, more resorts and facilities, and other updates from the islands.

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How to Make a Quick Trip to Acadia National Park

Located on Mount Desert Island on Maine's stunningly beautiful mid-coast, Acadia offers a variety of spectacular locations to visit -- even for a day tripper or windshield tourist.

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Knockin' on Heaven's Door: Wisconsin's Shore Bet Vacation Destination

Door County is a winsome, relaxing place that hasn't grown cynical about its appeal to tourists -- and it's a good value for your vacation dollars, too.

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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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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…

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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…

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Thai-rrific Budget Dive Spots

Venture into the warm waters of the South China Sea and the Andaman Sea to find superb diving and budget prices.

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Private Island Rundown: Who Offers What in the Caribbean and Bahamas

At the busiest ports it's good-bye relaxing beach paradise and hello crowds and pushy touts. But the cruise lines' private resorts provide passengers with a sane, place to enjoy the…

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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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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.

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Romania's Black Sea Budget Beach Getaways

A European beach vacation may seem beyond your budget this year, but if you look east of the Mediterranean you'll discover a very different and quite affordable Black Sea alternative.

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Myrtle Beyond-the-Beach: 15 Reasons to Coax Your Kids off the Sand

Myrtle Beach is a quintessential kid-friendly seaside resort, but sun, sand, and surf are just the beginning. Here are 15 great reasons to pull your children to dry land.

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The Split Personality of the Alabama Gulf Coast -- Lux Yet Laid Back

The Alabama Gulf Coast may only stretch a mere 32 miles, but they are certainly 32 miles of some of the most beautiful white sand beaches in the country.

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Low Budget Alternatives to High-Season European Favorites

What if you could capture the romance of Paris, the medieval charm of Spain or the white-washed villas of the Greek Isles without actually heading to Europe?

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Bobbing in a Kayak Near the Panama Canal

Both the natural and the human-made marvels that coexist in Panama are a considerable draw for travelers to Central America's isthmus nation.

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A Cayman Islands Escape (and a Cautionary Tale)

What could be better than a long weekend on a Caribbean island in mid-January? Leaving behind the sub-freezing temperatures of the urban Northeast for a condo on Seven Mile Beach?…

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Cruise Primer for French Polynesia

It takes time to get to French Polynesia, but there are few places on earth as idyllic. The teal-green lagoons and palm-tree fringed islands are out of this world and the truest…

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Key West: Conch Fritters, Margaritas & Characters

A one-time Key West resident and frequent visitor shares his favorite spots for eating, drinking and sleeping at one of the country's most unique destinations.

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What's New: An Online Update for Frommer's Virgin Islands

The latest reports on new hotels, restaurants, shops and activities on St. John, St. Thomas, St. Croix, and the British Virgin Islands, too.

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Exploring the Riviera Nayarit: A Low-Key Getaway from Puerto Vallarta

How you can take advantage of the big city's nightlife and culture while escaping to a smaller and cheaper town on the nearby coastline.

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March Madness: Spring Break and Easter, Not-So-Perfect Together

We've found some packages and promotions for Easter and end-of-winter escapes where your much needed break won't be broken by student masses.

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Tennis Takes Over: Grand-Slam Getaways on Both Coasts

The beach or the desert? Instead of following around thousands of college kids, become a tennis tailgater at two of the country's spring hot spots -- Palm Springs and Miami.

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March's Prize: Win a Trip for Two to Hawaii

Frommers.com and Hawaii.com are sending one lucky winner and a guest on a trip to Hawaii. Register now to win this vacation!