Holiday hosting how-to: Party pointers from three of Napa’s premier winemakers
Each year, holiday hosts face the challenge of setting their seasonal soirées apart from all the other parties guests attend between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.
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Don't let "turista" ruin your vacation
You're on a picturesque beach soaking up the sun and enjoying a few cocktails on your sunshine vacation when suddenly you feel a series of all too familiar grumbles in your stomach. The next thing you know you're on a mad dash to the nearest restroom with none in sight. Welcome to the wonderful world of traveler's diarrhea, otherwise known as "turista."
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Make the most of your river cruise
Vacationers often want to make the very most of their escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. In addition to seeing the sights and sounds their chosen destination has to offer, men and women on vacation also want to pencil in some time for some much-needed rest and relaxation.
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On the road again Ready your car for spring and summer travel
The return of warm weather marks the return of road trips for millions of motorists across the country. Whether going to the beach or heading off to parts unknown, hitting the open road with the windows down is a time-honored tradition for drivers of all ages.
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How to have a safe spring break experience
Each spring millions of students from high school and college embark on a pilgrimage to a vacation locale of their choice and proceed to kick up their heels and relax. For some students, the vacation is really a chance to unwind from months of study and is duly deserved. Other students use spring break as an excuse to participate in reckless behavior, including overconsumption of alcohol.
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Romantic locales ideal for Valentine's Day
Part of the excitement of Valentine's Day is taking the person you love to a romantic locale. Romantic tourism continues to be big business, according to Conde Nast. While much of the romantic retreats that take place are honeymoon-related, there are some couples who want to share their love in a romantic spot other times of the year, like Valentine's Day.
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Overnight accommodations for wedding guests
When your parents or grandparents got married, there was a good chance that their closest relatives and friends lived nearby -- in the neighborhood. Attending the wedding was easy, and everyone headed home afterward. This scenario is not too common nowadays.
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Packing for your honeymoon
When basking in the afterglow of a momentous wedding, most couples would rather think about scores of other things than packing for their honeymoons. But with ever-changing restrictions on what and how much a person can bring along on airlines and other modes of travel, packing is something that eventually must be done.
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Origins of the term "honeymoon"
It has become tradition for married couples to jet off on a post-wedding vacation. This honeymoon is a way for the bride and groom to enjoy quiet time together and start off their married life together on an intimate level.
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Honeymoon how-to
After the thrill of wedding festivities dies down, couples often jet off to a honeymoon retreat and begin an entirely different adventure. The honeymoon may create mixed feelings, some concerning the chance to spend time alone after months of planning and a few feelings of anxiety over spending the first night together as a married couple.
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Some dos and don'ts of holiday travel
The holidays are a festive time of year, but they can also prove stressful for the millions of people who travel to visit friends and family or use time off during the holidays to go on vacation. Because so many people travel during the holidays, airports are more crowded than usual and the nation's roadways often experience heavy traffic, especially on the days immediately before and after a holiday.
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Greenest countries
In an effort to gauge how eco-friendly countries are, Yale University established the Environmental Protection Index (EPI), which ranks countries from 0 (least eco-friendly) to 100 (most eco-friendly). To arrive at the EPI score, Yale studied sulfur output, carbon emissions, conservation efforts, and water purity, among other things. Based on these findings, here are the most eco-friendly countries.
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Environmental impact of ski resorts
Skiing enthusiasts once chose a resort based on its amenities and how much fresh powder was on the slopes. Nowadays, eco-conscious skiers are considering how sustainable a ski resort may be before booking their vacation.
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Seasonal cities and towns
Many different towns across the country have names that seem perfectly themed to the winter season. Whether holiday-inspired names of North Pole or Garland or simply names that inspire visions of snow-capped hills, the United States is replete with many winter-inspired locales. Here are just a sampling of them.
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Things to know about using credit abroad
The opportunity to travel overseas is something few people would pass up. But before travelers board a jetliner for an adventure abroad, there are a few things they should know about credit cards and what to expect when those cards are swiped in a foreign country.
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How to beat luggage fees
Naturally, some passengers are fed up with fees and are looking for ways to skirt extra costs wherever possible. To avoid baggage fee charges, there are some things a passenger can do.
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River cruising rapidly becoming popular vacation choice among travelers Still "Undiscovered" in the U.S., Category is Growing Three Times Faster than Ocean Cruising
A recent independent survey asked travelers about their level of knowledge regarding river cruising. While many weren't familiar with the category, upon receipt of info and images, the overwhelming majority stated they would take a river cruise if they had the chance.
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Six strategies for tranquil holiday travel
Traveling during the holiday season is a mixed blessing. School vacations and time off from work provide great opportunities to spend a “White Christmas” with faraway family and friends or sneak in an end-of-year getaway via “The Polar Express.” At the same time, holiday travel can be both expensive and stressful.
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Haunted destinations for Halloween travelers
To kids, Halloween is all about traveling around the neighborhood dressed up as ghouls and goblins and trick-or-treating for favorite candies. But adults who still love this popular holiday know they can't travel door-to-door and ask for treats. However, there are several destinations across the globe that are tailor made for Halloween revelers.
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Boredom be gone! Gadgets a friend to road weary travelers
In the past, road trip entertainment consisted of conversation between passengers or listening to the radio. In most cases, that radio was tuned to the oldies station, much to the chagrin of anyone under the age of 40 in the car. Nowadays, the bevy of electronic gadgets to entertain bored or road weary travelers has grown by leaps and bounds.
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Is RV travel the way to go?
Adventurous folks thinking about taking a road trip this season may consider renting or purchasing a recreational vehicle (RV) for the trip. Traveling by RV has its share of supporters and detractors, and it's best for those new to RVs to consider their advantages and disadvantages.
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On the road again Do's and Don'ts of road trips
Road trips are a tradition enjoyed by people of all shapes and sizes. Cross country trips, adventurous jaunts through Europe and spring break excursions to warmer climes are just a few of the more popular road trips travelers enjoy each and every year.
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Things to consider before heading overseas to work
Working overseas is a dream for many adults. The chance to experience another culture while earning a paycheck is an opportunity few people would pass up.
But working overseas does come with a few caveats. Before agreeing to that dream job abroad, adults should consider the following tips to ensure their time overseas is as successful and enjoyable as possible.
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What to do when sickness strikes while traveling
Before going on vacation, few people consider what might go wrong. Instead, travelers are understandably preoccupied with all the exciting things that await them on their travels.
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Niagara Falls: An enduring state park
America is home to hundreds of national parks, state parks, national monuments, and recreational areas of special distinction. Niagara Falls holds the honor of being the oldest state park in the United States, and still garners millions of visitors each and every year.
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How to throw a Vegas wedding
When faced with the prospect of a long planning process, high expenses and all of the other goodies that go along with planning a wedding, many couples forgo tradition and book a round-trip ticket to Las Vegas.
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Canada's most populous metropolitan locales
This July 1, Canadians will gather across the country and even across the globe to celebrate Canada's independence. Since 1867, Canada has been recognized as its own country.
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Canadian tourist destinations
Every July 1, Canadians and beyond celebrate the country's independence. In 1867, Canada officially became a self-governing dominion, and Canadians have commemorated that milestone ever since.
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Requirements to become a Canadian citizen
Living in a foreign country can be a great experience. A chance to see the world through another culture's perspective, moving to a non-native place is something millions of people choose to do.
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Convenient Traveling Is In The Bag: Restroom Tips for Women Travelers
Women now make 70 percent of all travel decisions and comprise more than half of all business travelers2. With this leadership role, the inconveniences women deal with while traveling are on the rise as well.
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Staying Connected ... Even in Today's Most Remote Locations
From skiing the Rocky Mountains to sailing around the U.S. Virgin Islands, getting a mobile connection in remote locations can often prove difficult -- if not impossible. The lack of cellular towers in hard-to-reach areas yields minimal signals and little to no access to mobile communications services.
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Is travel insurance necessary?
When vacation season arrives, men and women want to protect themselves as much as possible regardless of where they'll be vacationing. Travel insurance has long been a security blanket some rely on when traveling.
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Staying Connected ... Even in Today's Most Remote Locations
New mobile technology, traditionally used primarily by government officials, can now help mobile users stay connected even in isolated locations or when cellular networks are unavailable.
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Travel Tips For the Over 50 Jet Set
For many people, the allure of travel never wears off. Be it a young person's first trip to a foreign land or an older couple's return to the place they spent their honeymoon, recreational travel remains a favorite hobby of people of all ages.
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Valentine's Day Travel Ideas
Romantic getaways have long been a part of Valentine's Day. Couples often use the holiday as a time to escape the hustle and bustle of the daily grind and travel to more romantic locales.
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Want to Go Green? Stay in Environmentally Friendly Hotels This Travel Season
This time of year is a popular time for getting away. Many people plan wintertime escapes to get away from the cold weather. Those who want to continue eco-friendly efforts while traveling many want to stay at hotels that make strides to be easy on the environment.
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Wedding Woes Be Gone! How To Make Your Dream Wedding a Reality
Brides and grooms often have an ideal of what their wedding will be -- a vision of their perfect day. While each couple's vision is unique, they all share the same burden -- the ever-rising cost of weddings.
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Think Outside the Box When Gifting Today's Newlyweds
Few, if any, days are as memorable as a couple's wedding day. Months and sometimes years of anticipation finally culminate with a walk down the aisle, and wedding guests often look for ways to make the day even more memorable with a gift befitting their favorite newlyweds.
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Where Are Americans Going? Hotels.com Reveals Tourists' Favorite Domestic Destinations
Coinciding with the recent recession, the travel industry has fallen to all time lows in the last couple of years, as money-conscious Americans have cut back on discretionary spending.
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Hosting the Ultimate Holiday Family Reunion
The holiday season is right around the corner and for families across the country that also means gathering for holiday reunions. Whether the get-together is a large group gathering in a vacation destination or the whole extended family is headed your way, here are some stress-relieving tips to keep this family holiday one to remember.
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Travel Tips For On-the-Go Professionals
Today's business travelers are more pressed for time than ever before. Stricter policies at the nation's airports make traveling tougher while a still recovering economy continues to place greater demands on the nation's workers, many of whom are carrying greater workloads thanks to downsizing.
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Travel Tips to Ease Common Holiday Stress
Long lines at airports, busy highways and mass transit delays are common during the holiday season, when it seems everyone has somewhere to go, and every way to get there is delayed. For families or individuals readying themselves for another holiday trip, the following tips should help make this travel season less stressful.
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Holiday Travel Tips That Make Cents
Much like gift giving and candy canes, travel has become synonymous with the holidays. This year, as many families prepare to cut back on holiday spending, travelers can still head off to visit long-distance relatives, or use the holidays to explore a new travel destination with their immediate family, without breaking the bank. Here are some simple penny- and stress-saving tricks to holiday travel.
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Register for Some R&R Online Registries Help Newlyweds Make Dream Honeymoons Come True in Spite of Struggling Economy
But as the economy has struggled, so, too, have many couples planning a dream honeymoon. With their hearts set on a Costa Rican getaway, Sarah and Patrick were unsure if they could afford the trip they had been looking forward to for months and months. However, Sarah and Patrick soon discovered Honeyfund.com, an online honeymoon registry catering to couples who could use some help planning and paying for their perfect honeymoon.
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Travel Tips to Help Road Trippers Hit the Ground Running
Among the more popular annual rites of spring is the road trip. A chance to tackle the great outdoors with the spring wind in your hair, spring road trips have come to define a season beloved by outdoor enthusiasts. For those planning their own road trip this season, consider the following tips to ensure yours goes off without a hitch.
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9 Ways to Enjoy a 'Green' Vacation
Those ready to embark on a family or solo vacation may want to include plans of being environmentally friendly in their travel details. Treat yourself to a well-deserved getaway, while being environmentally minded in the process.
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USTOA Offers 10 Family-Friendly Travel Tips
The experts at the U.S. Tour Operators Association suggest ten tips to ensure a successful family trip and to help maximize quality time together.
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Most Popular Honeymoon and Vacation Destinations
A honeymoon is often a necessary respite after several months or years of planning a wedding. Careful consideration goes into where a honeymoon will take place.
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Explore Family Travel Ideas
Traveling with the family presents its share of adventures and obstacles. However, by following a few key pointers you can help make your trip go more smoothly. Here are some ideas when traveling with family in tow.
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