Christmas in New York: 19+ Things to Do in NYC at Christmas

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Toronto’s 15 top experiences – Lonely Planet

From iconic monuments to food tours, interactive museums to sporting events, world-class shopping to peaceful nature, Toronto has something to offer just about any visitor.  So many things, in fact, that planning a trip to this cosmopolitan city can feel pretty overwhelming if you are only coming for a short period of time. Let us…

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Do I need a visa to travel to Ireland?

As the saying goes, good things come in small packages, and that's certainly the case for the Emerald Isle. Breathtaking landscapes and charming cities that welcome you in like a long-lost friend – no matter how long your trip is, you'll leave planning your next vacation to Ireland.  The last thing you need upon arrival…

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Eat comfort food in Indiana, the state with a “weird proclivity for cafeterias”

Strawberry pie, blueberry pie, cherry pie. Fluffy lemon meringue and gooey, crunchy pecan. Chocolate cream, banana cream, coconut cream, all piled high with gravity-defying layers of whipped topping. I’ve never forgotten the lineup of pies at Gray Brothers Cafeteria in Mooresville, Indiana, 10 miles south of Indianapolis International Airport. As a child growing up in…

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How to visit Taiwan on a budget

You can definitely travel cheap in Taiwan, and with some planning, it can be immensely enjoyable. That said, Taiwan is not as budget-friendly as Vietnam, Malaysia or Indonesia, though it is more affordable than Singapore, Hong Kong and Japan. Taiwan is also more economical than South Korea, except for accommodation. In general, lodging costs are…

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Why you could skip Musée d’Orsay to visit this artist’s house-museum instead

Travel writer and cultural correspondent Lindsay Tramuta knows all about the hidden gems of Paris, where she’s been based since 2006. Here, she argues that time-pressed travelers should plan a visit to a favorite of in-the-know art lovers.  Paris offers the chance to engage with culture past and present like no other city on earth. By…

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15 of the world’s most stunning islands for every kind of traveler

Take a journey with us to discover the cultural heritage, natural wonders and secret stories of islands both famous and far away. Experience the canopy trees of Socotra Island, the penguin paradise of Macquarie Island, the Channel Islands' dolphins and the colors of Hokkaidō. We've compiled 15 of the most stunning and interesting islands featured in…

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When to visit the Caribbean

Is there ever a bad time for a Caribbean vacation? Aside from the threat of heavy rains during hurricane season, the region is generally blessed with consistently tropical temperatures, clear yet impossibly blue seas, infinite stretches of white sand, verdant rain forests and flavorful cuisine.  While weather conditions vary slightly between destinations, vacationers looking for…

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