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Luxury
Best Luxury Hotels in London
Steeped in history, with wonderful tourist sites at every turn, London is one of the world's most popular travel locations…
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Travel Tips
How To: Pick the Right Trip Insurance
With recent terrorist attacks and unpredictable weather patterns, travel insurance, which once seemed like an impulse purchase, has grown in…
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Travel Tips
8 Things You Should Never Do at Hotel Checkout
For most hotel guests, checking out is an afterthought. It’s the last thing you have to do before heading home…
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Mexico
Top 9 Family Hotels on Mexico’s Pacific Coast
Traveling with kids means no more spa days, poolside cocktails, and late-night entertainment while on vacation, right? Wrong. Ahead are…
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Travel Tips
Everything You Need to Know About Passport Renewals
Are you a U.S. citizen? Is your passport close to expiring? If so, here's everything you need to know about…
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Fashion and Style
The Best One-Piece Swimsuits for Travel
One-piece swimsuits are great for travel. First of all, they're easy to keep track of (imagine arriving at your beach…
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Historic
The Most Famous Hotels in Paris
"When I dream of afterlife in heaven," Ernest Hemingway once said, "the action always takes place in the Paris Ritz."…
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Shopping
The Best Books to Read This Summer (Plus, Where to Read Them)
Like sunscreen, sunglasses, and swimwear, a good book is a summer travel essential. Enhanced by the destination in which you…
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New York City
The 9 Best Hotels in New York City Under $200 a Night
New York City is one of the world's most popular cities to visit, and with good reason. The Big Apple…
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Tenerife
Top 9 Things to Do in Tenerife
A picturesque island off the coast of North Africa, Tenerife is the largest of Spain’s Canary Islands. It’s home to…
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North Carolina
6 Best Small Towns in North Carolina
North Carolina offers something special for every season, making it a no-brainer for easy getaways and planned vacations year-round. This…
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Cancun
11 Things Every Traveler Should Know Before Going to Cancun
Jaw-dropping turquoise waters, white sand that's akin to powdered sugar, and delicious fresh seafood are just part of Cancun's allure…
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Bora Bora
How to Vacation in Bora Bora on the Cheap
The most popular island in French Polynesia, Bora Bora is a bucket-list vacation spot, thanks to its jaw-dropping turquoise waters…
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Europe
The Most Expensive Cities in Europe and Their Cheaper, Cooler Alternatives
When it comes to popular European cities, Barcelona, Paris, and Rome grab all the headlines. And while these destinations have…
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Beach
Best Santa Monica Beach Hotels
Along with Malibu and Venice, Santa Monica is one of Los Angeles' key beach destinations. The area has dozens of…
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Guatemala
Guatemala’s Volcano Eruption Was Its Most Violent in More Than 100 Years
Volcan de Fuego, one of Central America’s most active volcanoes, erupted on Sunday, spewing lava and clouds of smoke nearly…
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Thailand
8 Essential Tips for Traveling Alone in Thailand
Traveling alone -- especially as a woman -- can seem daunting. Luckily, many countries, like Thailand, are perfectly safe as…
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Bahamas
11 Best Budget Beachfront Boutique Hotels in the Bahamas
The hundreds of islands and cays that comprise the Bahamas have long been a tropical playground for the rich, super-rich…
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Child-Friendly
Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in Tampa
Orlando may get the tagline, but Tampa, 90 miles to the west, is pretty darn magical for kids, too: It's…
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Travel Tips
The Pros and Cons of Buying a Timeshare
While many of us would like to own a vacation home, the cost and year-round upkeep prevent us from turning…
