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Twenty Words Every Hawaii Visitor Should Know

Welcome to Hawaii , the linguistically rich and confusing Islands with not one but two official languages -- Hawaiian and English -- where the 12-letter alphabet has 7 consonants and 5…

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The Weird and Wonderful in Portland, OR

You see "Keep Portland Weird" on bumper stickers, souvenirs, and even walls in this Pacific Northwest city. You also see the city's offbeat characters spoofed on the popular IFC sketch…

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Spain's Best Religious Sites and Churches

Spain's religious architecture consists of a mix of privative Catholic sites, the rare remnant of Moorish conquest, grandiose monuments to a short-lived Golden Age, and monuments to…

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Chicago's Art Loop: Walking Tour of Picasso, Miro, and More

May 31, 2018 The Loop has been an exciting place to view public art for over a century; admire a colorful mosaic by Marc Chagall or the towering work of Picasso. The other works of art…

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9 Day Trips From Munich Into Bavaria

By George McDonald Mountains, lakes, spas, and medieval towns lie within an hour of Munich, and the landscape is dotted with castles, villas, and Alpine resorts. Here's where to go.…

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Barcelona Walking Tour: Gaudi's Parc Guell

Parc Güell is one of the Barcelona's magical spots, where Gaudí unleashes a playful, humorous side that some of his darker creations partially conceal. Gaudí and his patron Count…

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Favorite New York City Experiences

Iconic, hip, trendsetting and ever-changing, New York City lives up to its superlatives. Here are 8 great things to do that'll let you stretch a New York minute into a lifetime of…

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10 Ways to See Hanoi

Hanoi celebrated its 1010th birthday on 10/10/20. For those who want to catch the essence of this venerable city's character, here are ten tempting activities to keep you busy there.

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Favorite Sights and Experiences in Tuscany and Umbria

Tuscany is densely populated with tourist attractions -- perhaps more so than any other region in Europe. It could take months to experience all of its art, architecture, food, and…

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13 Favorite Athens Experiences

Athens may have the Parthenon, that most exquisite symbol of achievement, but this free, anarchic city is more than just a monumental collection of 5th-century-B.C. landmarks. Beside…

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Celebrating Chinese New Year in Singapore

Chinese people around the world gear up each year to celebrate Chunjie (the Spring Festival), commonly known as the Chinese New Year. Fantastic fireworks, parades, and traditional…

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12 Favorite Los Angeles Moments

The allure of Los Angeles -- for better or for worse -- is undeniable. Angelenos know their city will never have the sophisticated style of Paris or the historical riches of London,…

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The 6 Most Scenic Spots in Italy

Italy is so packed with attractions that it's hard to know where to start. That's where we come in. We present our personal, opinionated list of what we consider to be Italy's top…

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Best Cities for Museums: 10 Essential Spots

Breathe in culture, history, and science at some of the world's most inviting non-art museums in destinations at home and abroad. From evolution to technology, sex to sport, there is a…

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World's 10 Best Historic Cruise Ports

Many of the world's ancient civilizations developed near the sea. For cruisers, this means cathedrals, temples, fortresses, and other antiquities are easily accessible from cruise…

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Best of Hawaii the Big Island with Kids

If you are traveling with keiki (children) in tow, you might want to take in a handful of these sites which emphasizes things for the kids -- such as playing on the beach and seeing a…

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15 South American Island Escapes

South America presents so many diverse travel options that it'll make your head spin. So may we suggest you leave the cities behind, grab a bit of gear, and settle down on an island?…

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London Day Trips: Museums and Gardens

Excuse us while we drag out those wise and oft-quoted words from Samuel Johnson yet again: "When you grow tired of London, you've grown tired of life." Well, they're true. But a trip…

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Cooking Schools and Culinary Vacations: 9 Top Cities

By Charis Atlas Heelan The experience of traveling to romantic destinations need not end when you get home. Bring back the essence of your trip by enrolling in a cooking class in…

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Best of Sydney: 15 Favorite Moments

When it comes to having a good time in Sydney, chances are you'll be on, in or near the water. Sydney's spectacular harbour, one of the biggest on the planet, is not only one of the…

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Paris Walking Tour: Insider's Guide to Montmartre

In the late 1800s and early 1900s, Montmartre was an off-the-beaten-path hangout for artists, poets, and other interesting characters. Now, due in part to the popularityof the film…

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New Orleans: 10 Literary Landmarks

From Ernest Hemingway to Anne Rice, authors have found inspiration in New Orleans. This leisurely walking tour of the French Quarter highlights 10 famous literary landmarks. You may…

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Best of the Yucatan Peninsula: 14 Favorite Moments

From Campeche's wild Calakmul biosphere reserve, to Mérida's colonial carriage rides, each state -- Campeche, Yucatán, and Quintana Roo -- has a distinctive charm, and each small city…

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Best of San Diego: 17 Favorite Moments

If you think San Diego is just about wiggling your toes in the sand or cooing over cuddly panda bears, think again. Combining big-city style with small-town heart, this seaside…

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Improving Ireland: 8 Tips for a Better Trip

The pleasure of exploring Ireland will be immeasurably richer and more varied if you give yourself plenty of freedom along the way. We've gathered these suggestions, hard-won from our…