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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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The Very Best of the Yucatan Peninsula

The Yucatán Peninsula welcomes more visitors than any other part of Mexico. Its tremendous variety attracts every kind of traveler with an unrivaled mix of sophisticated resorts,…

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7 Legendary Lady Explorers

By Mick Conefrey The typical explorer has a ragged beard, a lined face, and stares out of his portrait with grim determination. Or does he? In my latest book, How to Climb Mt. Blanc in…

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10 Reasons to Visit the Big Island, Hawaii

By Alexis Lipsitz Flippin With 12 of the world's 14 climate zones, the Big Island of Hawaii has one of the most dynamic landscapes on the planet. Take a drive and in no time you'll go…

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Health Retreats: 5 Ways to Shape Up

By Charis Atlas Heelan Whether you want to relieve some stress or need to shed a few pounds before summer, a getaway to a spa, a health retreat, or a boot camp could be your next…

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Best Places to Stay: Cape Cod, Nantucket, and More

By Hillary Richard McNamara The mere mention of Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, or Nantucket evokes classic images of Americana -- lighthouses, beach grass, sailboats, and charming inns.…

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Seeing is Believing: 11 Views of Jordan

By Anuja Madar "Life is beautiful when you understand it," I was told during an impromptu Arabic lesson under a blanket of stars in Wadi Rum. At the time, I was focused more on getting…

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9 Warm-Weather Ways to See Park City, Utah

By Jacquelin Carnegie Some of the best ski and snowboarding resorts are in Park City , Utah. But there are so many other reasons to plan a visit to this town in the spring, summer, and…

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Venice Grand Canal Walking Tour

The domes of Santa Maria della Salute watch over the southern entrance to the Grand Canal.

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The World's 10 Best Bike Tours

By Carrie Havranek Bicycle tours can transform the way you see your destination. Rather than rushing through, bike trips give you the time to notice small details: the way the road…

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Dublin Walking Tour: Temple Bar

A street musician strums for tourists strolling Temple Bar's lively cobblestone streets.

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Best Hawaiian Coastal Walks and Hikes

Hiking in Hawaii is a breathtaking experience. The islands have hundreds of miles of trails, many of which reward you with a hidden beach, a private waterfall, an Eden-like valley, or…

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18 Adrenaline Adventures

The book Frommer's 500 Best Adrenaline Adventures features high-octane experiences for both passionate travelers and adventure seekers. From daredevil sports to hair-raising haunted…

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Great Italian Escapes

If you venture beyond the tourist-dominated hubs of Rome, Venice and Florence, you'll uncover sophisticated cities, quaint villages, rugged coastlines, traditional towns, remote…

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Walking Tours That Put a Spring In Your Step

For an even more authentic way to travel, strap on your most comfortable shoes, and sign up for a walking vacation. Not only will you get up close and personal with the locals and the…

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5 Snappy Photo Safari Trips

A picture may be worth a thousand words, but these five photo expeditions will leave you speechless as you learn to master your craft. Professional guides will demonstrate how to…

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5 Affordable Eco-Friendly Resorts

By Charis Atlas Heelan Traveling "green" doesn't need to cost you a lot of green. It is possible to reduce your impact on a destination without spending an absolute fortune for the…