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There really is a little something for everyone here, from colonial, antebellum and Civil War history to beaches and the great outdoors -- and of course in Northern VA you've got Washington, DC right on your doorstep.

The Peachtree State has a lot of different personalities. There's the dynamic "New South" sophistication of Atlanta; the gorgeous antebellum elegance of Savannah;…

Zdravo! Welcome to a Balkan country with a lot going on, from the elegant 19th-century-flavored capital Zagreb to Split's ancient Roman palace to the medieval towns of the…

A prosperous, densely populated city-state hanging off the tip of Malaysia, Singapore offers a funky mix of modern and traditional, plus Chinese, Indian, and Malay cultures.

For everyone for whom shopping's a big part of the fun of travel - whether it's for exotic souvenirs in Bali, custom-tailored suits in Bangkok, tribal masks in…

Italian culture is one of the world's treasures, and here we discuss its various aspects, including music, art, architecture, society - and of course language. Sì, per tutti chi vogliono pratticare l'italiano! And please don't be…

Focusing on the heritage of African-descended travelers not just in Africa but also the United States, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond.…

For millions each year, no vacation is complete without exploring the huge variety of museums throughout the world. Here's a place to discuss our favorites, & what's hot in the world's museums.

A diverse, mostly forested state of rugged coast, spectacular Cascades range, wine country, and kick-butt culture and urban scenes in in places like Portland,…

On veut parler ou pratiquer le français? Or just interested in Francophone culture in some 30 countries and beyond around the world Here's a forum for asking, for answering, and just hanging out and chatting in or about French and…

This landlocked Slavic country is home to one of the world's loveliest cities, Prague, as well as many lovely smaller cities, towns, and countryside. Top draws include Bohemia's…

This multi-ethnic Southeast Asian country, its halves physically separated by the South China Sea, has oodles to offer the visitor, from the urbanity of capital Kuala Lumpur to remote Borneo.

The world's favorite adult playground -- way beyond just casinos these days, the dining, shopping, entertainment & sheer spectacle need to be seen to be believed!

Wepa! This Latino commonwealth of the U.S. remains a vacation gem, whether it's the bright lights and colonial quarter of San Juan; the laid-back, castaway feel of isles Vieques and…

You mean nothing hilarious ever happened to you on a trip? C'mon, let us in on it -- or any other travel humor that comes your way!

Doing things together--a beach sunset, a hot air balloon ride, strolling foreign city lanes, getting lost together; what's your idea of romantictravel? Is it to Australia, a tropical Island, to Venice or Paris or somewhere we've never thought…

Sure, it's a barren island in the North Atlantic -- yet with its hopping capital of Reykjavík, impressive nature, and adventure tourism (oh, and Björk), it still manages to be one of the world's cooler - as it were - places to visit.…

For those who love being on the water but not on humongous cruise ships, there are plenty of options across the seven seas (and lakes and rivers in between) -- many luxury but some surprisingly…

It's long, narrow, and pulchritudinous, from the wilds of Tierra del Fuego in the south up to the Atacama desert in the north. Other highlights: gracious coastal cities…

Travel promotes freedom and understanding -- but human beings being what they are, all too often politics and conflict can get in the way. What do you think about the relationship between politics and travel, and…

With its polders, windmills, and canal-crossed cities of Amsterdam and Delft, this picturesque country (also called Holland by some) is like no other in Europe. Definitely worth going Dutch!

Can it make sense to get some procedures done abroad, in countries where quality is good but prices are a fraction of what they are at home? Not so fast -- there can be pitfalls, too. A look at the pluses and minuses.

Tough times largely behind it, this South American country is a stunner, from cosmopolitan Bogotá to the Andean cities of Cali and Medellín to the friendly Caribbean coast (especially the lovely preserved colonial quarter of…

Anything and everything about la Città Eterna -- facts, history, stories, legends, curiosities, as well as dining, shopping, lodging, and attractions. Because there´s no place like Rome!…