Travel
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11 Best Cruises for Families With Young Children—Besides Disney
Cruise lines once might have been known as floating bar-buffets that provided just a few activities for kids as an afterthought. But now almost all cruise lines — not just pricey Disney cruises — offer ships that balance entertainment for adults…
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20 Prime Places to See Beautiful Cherry Blossoms
Cherry-blossom appreciation has been elevated to an art by the Japanese, who each spring hold everything from flower-appreciation picnics to poetry readings beneath the trees’ delicate pink blooms. But other places offer excellent opportunities to enjoy the stunning spring flowers,…
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12 Tips for Smooth Travel With Kids
Traveling with young children is one of the more stressful aspects of parenting. By the time the trip is over, parents may feel the need for a vacation from the vacation. Don’t let meltdowns and mishaps derail a family trip.…
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13 Money-Saving Family Staycations for Spring Break
Spring break is just around the corner, but not everyone can drop a ton of cash on a spendy vacation on the beach. The good news is that it’s easy to plan a cheap “staycation” with the family that doesn’t…
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13 Cemeteries With Celebrity Star Power
Hollywood isn’t the only place celebrities are made, nor the only place they take their final rest. Still, Southern California probably has more celebrity gravesites per capita than any other place in America, with more than a dozen famous burial…
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The Best Things to Do in Miami
Mentions of Miami and South Beach may prompt visions of beautiful people on the boardwalk, glitzy nightclubs, and pool parties, but there’s more than just nightlife in Florida‘s most glamorous city. From rich Cuban culture and museums to natural wonders…
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16 Bathroom Mistakes You Should Avoid When Traveling Abroad
There are some eye-poppingly cool places to relieve yourself around the world, but there are also some serious differences between Americans’ bathroom habits and what they might encounter in other…
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23 Ways to Take Better Vacation Pictures With Your Cell Phone
There was a time when you could spot tourists by the cameras dangling around their necks. But thanks to smartphones, nearly all travelers now carry high-quality, reliable cameras right in…
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12 Budget-Friendly Presidents’ Day Getaways
Falling late in February, Presidents’ Day weekend is an ideal time for a midwinter getaway. Whether it’s to indulge in a little skiing and sledding or to escape the cold…
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18 Party Products That’ll Upgrade Your Super Bowl Spread
Remember: It’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you create an awesome atmosphere at your Super Bowl party! This year, none of your food options will flounder thanks…
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Pricey Ski Resorts and Where to Go Instead
Big-name ski areas like Whistler and Vail are fantastic, storied places with a bevy of snow-covered runs — but they’re also fantastic places to drain your wallet. Skiing doesn’t have…
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18 National Parks You Have to Visit This Winter
For many Americans, national parks are a staple of summer road trips, not winter getaways. But winter can be a perfect time to see the sites at many parks, when…
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12 Cheap and Easy Winter Weekend Getaways
More Americans are planning weekend getaways — last year it was 78 percent of respondents to a survey by car renter Enterprise, while 85 percent look forward to one this…
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14 Amazing Winter and Ice Festivals Around the World
While many people loathe winter’s short days and freezing temperatures, true cold-weather warriors embrace the season. Across the world, festivals, contests, and celebrations are dedicated to the worship of snow…
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The 17 Best New Year’s Eve Parties Around the World
New Year’s Eve is one of the most exciting and colorful times to travel to a far-flung city, as it offers a unique glimpse into a foreign country’s cultural traditions…
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Weekend Getaways: Best Budget Destinations of 2017
A weekend getaway can be an ideal way for busy couples and families to reconnect, recharge, and relax. From ski slopes to beaches to iconic towns waiting to be explored,…
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Don’t Ski or Snowboard? These 20 Winter Resorts are Still Great Getaways
Skiing is a big-time draw at many of the nation’s winter resorts, although not everyone is eager to hit the slopes. Fortunately, there are plenty of places where non-skiers can…
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12 Incredible Gingerbread House Displays That Are Worth a Trip
For some, decorating gingerbread houses is a Christmas tradition, while others are content to simply admire the creativity of others. Either way, there’s no shortage of impressive holidays displays across…
