Thailand is a must-see for travelers with Asia on their bucket list. The country is filled with a rich ancient history and an exotic natural splendor, and its capital city, Bangkok, is home to many of Thailand’s gems. One of these gems is the Golden Buddha, or the Pra Buddha Mahasuwan Patimakon. Located in Wat […]
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You wake up to another cold morning. Frosty windows, snow on the ground — and summer seems so far away. But there are some places out there that aren’t shrouded in snow or wrapped in a cold snap. Escape the polar vortex at some of the best winter escapes around the world. Don’t wake up
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You spent months preparing for your dream vacation. After countless hours searching travel websites, speaking with travel agents over the phone and increasing your travel savings, you are finally ready to embark on your adventure. But even after investing time, energy and money into this vacation, your trip can go downhill if you don’t take
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Booking a cruise involves some risk. When you make reservations, you hope that nothing will happen on or near your departure date to keep you from enjoying your trip. While you can’t predict the future, you can get travel insurance to protect yourself in case something should keep you from going on your cruise. Learn
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Cambodia offers visitors a full range of exciting, historic sites that provide windows into the past. But, no other location offers as many vast landscapes and ornate structures as the ancient archaeological site of Angkor. Within the city’s limits lies numerous temples, lush jungle and a historic capital. With the city spread out among hundreds
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Whether you’re looking to do some Christmas shopping or grab a quick bite to eat, Pike Place is an essential destination for both locals and visitors of Seattle. The historic district has come a long way since its creation and shows no signs of slowing down. If you’re thinking of stopping by this iconic part
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Dear potential traveler, Have you decided it’s time to finally heed the call of the Mediterranean? Are you prepared for lazy days at sea and soul-enriching days on land? If you’ve always longed to cruise the Mediterranean, it’s time to follow your dreams, even if you’ve never set sail before. A Mediterranean cruise is perfect
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Mediterranean volcanoes have played major roles in myths and legends throughout the centuries, and it’s easy to see why. These massive geological wonders are both breathtaking and terrifying and never fail to captivate. Many of them are crucial to the livelihoods of those who live in their shadows, from providing fertile volcanic soil to supporting
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We are taking our cruise culinary program to the next level with a new Windstar Spanish Restaurant named Cuadro 44 by Anthony Sasso in partnership with the renowned chef. One of the youngest chefs to be recognized by the Michelin Guide, and celebrated guest chef at the James Beard House, Sasso promises a menu of
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Imagine ringing in the new year from a bustling city in Europe, a warm beach in the tropics or aboard an elegant cruise ship with your loved ones by your side — sounds pretty memorable, right? Christmas and New Year cruises are the ideal holiday vacation because they offer plenty of festive activities, without any
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Is it ever the wrong time to cruise the Mediterranean? Sitting down to a fresh plate of seafood paella and a glass of chardonnay is a lovely experience year-round. Whether you cruise the Mediterranean in the winter, spring or fall, you’ll have plenty to see, taste and explore –– all in one voyage. From Athens
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For anyone planning a trip through western Europe, Copenhagen, Denmark, is a must-see locale. About 1.66 million travelers a year visit Copenhagen, and for a good reason. The rich, vibrant city full of history and culture offers so much to see and do year-round. From parks and beaches to cycling tours to electronic dance parties
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Portofino is an enchanting fishing village on the Italian Riviera. Known for being a destination for celebrities, Portofino offers visitors the chance to experience la dolce vita. You can expect to find charming restaurants dishing up regional specialties, water as green as emeralds, dramatic seaside cliffs blanketed in vegetation and pastel-colored homes lining the harbor.
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If you’re planning a romantic trip to Sicily with your significant other, you chose an ideal location. As the largest island of the Mediterranean, Sicily is overflowing with romance in the same way Mount Etna brims with lava. From breathtaking sunsets that cast a dreamy glow across the sea to surreal landscapes dotted with ancient
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If unspoiled beaches, ancient temples and deep green rainforests aren’t enough to draw you to Indonesia, consider heading there for the food. With culinary influences from China, India, and the Middle East, Indonesia offers some of the most intense flavors and colorful dishes in the world. Indonesian food also ranks high in deliciousness. For example,
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With a population of a little over 2,000 Wrangell may be a tiny town but it has a huge history and is one of the state’s oldest communities. As somewhere that has seen native Tlingit, Russian, British and US chapters in its history it is the only Alaskan city that can say it has known
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