10 Best Surfing Spots in the U.S.
As surfing has become more and more popular over the decades, the number of spots known for great waves has grown as well. With summer's arrival, now's the time for novices and pros alike to seek out...
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A Provence-Themed Dinner
In May, with great anticipation and for the first time, we traveled to Provence, that legendary, surreal and almost magical region of France that so many artists and poets called home throughout the...
View Article10 Best Ski Resorts for Summer Fun
The snow has melted and ski season has long been over, but that doesn't mean resorts close their doors until the next frost settles. On the contrary, the best resorts in the country ramp up their...
View ArticleAmerica's Best Boardwalks
Fresh seafood, kitschy shops, and deep-fried Oreos are just a few of the things you'll find along the boardwalks that hug America's shorelines, but they're not all carbon copies. Some boardwalks are...
View Article20 Best Day Trips in the U.S.
Whether you're a local or a visitor, one of the best things to do in a city is escape for a while. And sometimes all you need is a day to recharge, which is why we've selected 20 outstanding trips that...
View ArticleThe Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan
Most everyone of a western upbringing cringes at countries called Stan. I was no different as I boarded my flight from Russia to Tajikistan, hearing only warnings like "Central Asia is a place where...
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Best Day Ever: The Pop Artist's New Orleans
The artist in her studio. Photo: Alexandra Arnold. By Ashley Longshore for Fathom | Her paintings of Kate Moss as a nun and Audrey Hepburn in a bouquet have attracted many fans and were featured in...
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The Best Places to Propose in New York City
Written by Miriam Herst, originally published on HowHeAsked.com. Planning to pop the question in the city that never sleeps? On a scale of one to The Notebook, we think it would be pretty romantic, and...
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Dubai: Pearl of the Desert
I consider myself a seasoned world traveler. I have visited some of the most exotic and exciting destinations on earth, yet even I was surprised when I visited Dubai earlier this year. How does a...
View ArticleStaycation or Vacation: How to Get the Best Restaurant or Hotel Service
Whether you're heading out for a special dinner or taking a well-earned vacation, you want to get the most for your money. Here are some tips for getting the best service: DINING OUT Call ahead. If...
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Barcelona Journal II: Up on the Roof
"Up on the Roof" was the title of a Drifters song, but it's where you want to be in Barcelona. Barcelona is literally a roof party in an architectural wonderland. At times it almost looks like a...
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Eat, Play, Live It: The Old Inn On The Green, in the Berkshires
If you visit the Old Inn On The Green on a hot August afternoon, a glorious sight awaits, a restorative balm guaranteed to banish hot pavement and stifling humidity. Leafy oaks and maples shade the...
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Why a Sherpa Is Your Best Friend
What is a Sherpa exactly? As an experienced mountaineer, I can tell you that they are one of the best communities of people on the planet. The Sherpa are actually a Tibetan tribe that occupies the...
View ArticleSardinia: The Island of a Thousand Beautiful Beaches
Ask a Sardinian which are the most beautiful beaches on the island and he'll probably reply with a simple all of them. Sure, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But even when you leave out the...
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Midnight in Paris on Wheels
Imagine this: A young man and the love of his life are chauffeured around the streets of Paris in the backseat of a vintage car. The beautiful woman holds a delicate red rose in her hands, and the two...
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Family Golf: 7 Ways To Play
Family golf offers youngsters the chance to develop skills in a sport that can be played for a lifetime. Here are seven places where your crew can tee it up together. 1Kingsmill Resort. Williamsburg,...
View Article10 Ice Cream Concoctions Worth Traveling For
By Sarah Bruning, CNTraveler.com We're smack-dab in the middle of a (wet?) hot American summer, and unless you live in Alaska, it's scorching outside. Even if today weren't National Ice Cream Day (it...
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She Found Herself at Iguazu
Today, she was a poet, for she lived many lives, today. She moved around the world and she remained still to watch the world move. She lived between the lines of the novel she carried. The washed out...
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After MH17: I Am Committed to International Travel More Than Before
My mother still remembers me as a happy Vietnamese child whenever I got to fly in an airplane during the Vietnam War. Flying was full of risks and dangers back then, but I was apparently a bouncy and...
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Miss Universe 1997 Brook Lee on Hawaii and Aloha Spirit | SPEAK UP WITH JIMMY...
Who doesn't love Hawaii and the Aloha spirit? In this interview, Miss Universe 1997 Brook Lee (the only Native Hawaiian to win the Miss USA crown) speaks with me about all things Hawaii! Brook talks...
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