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May marks the start the Alaskan cruise season, with fabulous luxury cruise liners beginning their voyages to see the country's rugged landscape and wildlife.

Glaciers, forests and the frigidly pristine ocean that borders the land make this beautiful wilderness a popular travel destination.

Take a look at a few...

Women are traveling solo more than ever -- and not just for work. Nor are we only talking about mid-life self-discovery pilgrimages in the style of "Eat, Pray, Love." These days, a variety of single-serving travel options make it not only easy, but appealing, for women to take a vacation...

The majestic kingdom of Denmark is sandwiched in northwestern Europe between the Baltic and the North Sea. This oft-overlooked Scandinavian nation is home to one of the most ancient royal dynasties in Europe and emerged from the last century almost entirely unscathed. With enchanting scenery and an abundance of picturesque...

When luxury hotels started employing beach butlers and romance concierges, it seemed like overkill on the specialized services front: Did people really need a special attendant to spritz them with cucumber water and recharge their Blackberry while bringing them another margarita? The answer, over time, is "YES, YES, YES."...

With an early spring bringing unusually warm weather, East Coast resort towns are starting to anticipate their busy season coming right around the corner. Whether you're excited for sailing, swimming, bike riding, chowder cookoffs, or art festivals, New England is serving up something for locals and visitors alike. Here's a...

The 2012 "Winter That Never Was" has had an interesting effect on the Northeast, effectively canceling out the muddy season in the Adirondacks and nearby regions. Locals are already testing out the bike trails around Lake Placid and reporting that they're in mid-season condition.

Whether it's a dozen Fanny Bay oysters or a three-pound lobster, seafood lovers are particular about their own particular favorites and think nothing of going great distances to enjoy them. But for those extra-avid eaters, here's a roundup of singular experiences that go beyond merely a fine meal, and create...

I'm relaxing by reading Calm Air's onboard magazine when a sentence grabs my attention: "Polar bears are the largest, strongest and most blood-thirsty of Arctic predators," writes Dean Cluff, wildlife biologist for the Northwest Territories government. "They only know how to hunt and kill to earn their next meal." I'm...

Take a trip around the globe to see some of the world's most beautiful, real life castles. From Slovakia to Thailand, these stunning palaces have stood the test of time and are still fit for a king.

- Sara Cardoza

Waterfalls at the front entrance. Hydraulic beds, rose petal baths and mirrored ceilings. Floor-to-ceiling glass overlooking the Strip. These are just a few of the lavish, decadent and playful design elements found in the best fantasy suites in the hottest Las Vegas luxury hotels. A peek at these over-the-top...

Getting out of Dodge for a little "work" is nothing new. After all, the rich and famous have been heading to clinics around the world whenever they feel the need for a little nip and tuck since the nose job hit Hollywood.

But the newest plastic surgery getaways are upping...

Food festivals can be divided into two categories: those that showcase a broad and diverse culinary spectrum and those that hone in on a single ingredient and celebrate it to the tens.

The first category is where you find the top chefs and $200/ticket tastings. The single-food...

Next vacation, you may be relaxing on a sun lounger, somewhere tropical, or maybe spending a couple weeks in the Hamptons.

But check this out: The guy in the office next to yours is going to be dancing on Broadway. No, this isn't merely something you might dream after...

Australia holds some of the world's wildest, most unspoiled and unique landscapes, from the rainforest and reefs of Queensland to the Red Center of the Northern Territory to the rugged wilderness of Western Australia. Many are as far from civilization as you can get, which enhances their off-the-beaten-path bona fides....

One way to explore the sweeping abundance of Australia is by immersing yourself in the some of the beautiful, secluded and luxurious lodges, camp sites and resorts that dot the Outback. Come with us as we unveil some of the best places to stay, play and relax Down Under and...

Travel safety has been an issue for pretty much as long as humans have existed, and the more globalized and tech-enabled people become, the more nuanced the spectrum of risk becomes.

There are classics like the pickpockets of Naples, newfangled criminals like the ones who skim debit card numbers at...

The new year has arrived amid a fog of hangovers, to-do lists and resolutions. True, some enthusiastic travelers have resolved to make time in 2012 to skydive, spelunk, Salsa dance or spearfish, but after the pressures of the past couple years most of us would rather curl up in bed...

How does the rapid-response world of Facebook and Twitter suit one of the most laid-back destinations in the Caribbean? For Keirsin Tjon Pian Gi, the public relations and e-commerce manager at the Aruba Marriott Resort, social media is all in a day's work.

"We've been involved with Facebook and Twitter...

John Steinbeck's famous quote, "A journey is like marriage. The certain way to be wrong is to think you control it," never rings truer than at the holidays. With Thanksgiving travel in 2011 reported at a 4...

Thanksgiving has come and gone, your relatives have returned home and the madness of Black Friday and Cyber Monday has subsided. That means it's time to get down to some serious holiday shopping.

Instead of going for all-out bling or jet setting vacations, think unique this holiday season, and hit...