Lifestyles & Trends - Travel

The easiest way to paradise: Cruising the Bahamas

There are a lot of people in need of something more than your average vacation. The fast pace of modern life translates into a lot of stress, so the last thing that many travelers want is t one more thing to organize.

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Think tropical travel for winter and spring

It's intuitive to want to get away to tropical climates during the coldest months of the year, and because of that, the tourism industry, which has had a hard time during the economic difficulties of the last year or so, is ready to entice travelers with some great deals.

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Make your next trip to California a mix of town and wine country

Very few people are immune to the allure of California. From the time of the gold rush to the golden days of Hollywood studio movie-making, the Golden State has drawn optimists, dreamers and everyone curious about a better life in a sunnier place.

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You can be a budget traveler, no matter the destination

No matter where you're going, you can be a budget traveler. All it takes is a few simple steps and the desire to save some serious cash - and who doesn't have that instinct? Here are five suggestions for getting great value out of your next vacation.

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Get to know Los Angeles one neighborhood at a time

Los Angeles is an American original, replete with our country's fabled optimism, ambition and sunny disposition. It's also uniquely American in that it's a major metropolis with no real center. The sprawling reach of the city might be a challenging prospect, but if you break it down by neighborhood, you might just get the most out of your trip.

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Sail the unexpected seas on exotic cruises

If international travel teaches us anything, it is the folly of preconceived notions. Whether you have high hopes or low expectations, you rarely get what you expect when traveling to new places, and it's often an exercise in disproving cliches.

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Getting a gourmet taste of sin city

Glitz, glamour and gambling - all things that typically come to mind when talking about Las Vegas. When it comes to food, though, for many people, casino buffets are the limit. But as Las Vegas has grown more luxurious and diverse over the past decade, the restaurant scene has blossomed.

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Portland, Oregon: The boutique city

Portland's star has been on the rise for the last few years, and it's only continuing its upward trajectory. It has a magnetic pull for outdoors enthusiasts, but it also draws in fans of independent fashion, cutting-edge art and innovative food.

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More euro for your dollar: convenience and value in European cruises

There is so much to see in Europe that it can be difficult to narrow down your itinerary, and to give each destination its due attention. And inevitably, if you visit Europe, you start collecting purchased items, adding to the luggage you have to schlep, pack, un-pack and re-pack with every arrival and departure. It's a fun challenge, but a challenge nonetheless.

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Setting and sticking to your travel budget

(ARA) - Travel can be one of the biggest-ticket items you invest in each year, so it's worth it to plan ahead.

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