Everyone asks what there is to do in Paris, but no one seems to ask what not to do. Here's some solid advice for all visitors to Paris, whether it's your first or your 51st time in the City of Light.

Taking a vacation can be all about escape -- and the same can be said about losing ourselves in the movies and TV shows we love. It's only natural, then, for film and TV buffs to combine the two when we travel by visiting famous filming locations around the world.

For the ultimate bird's eye view of your destination there's no more thrilling way to get your bearings than zooming over the landscape in a helicopter. Whether hovering over a kaleidoscope of corals at the Great Barrier Reef or soaring around the Statue of Liberty in New York, here are...

When we arrived in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), just over 10 years ago, the Indian guy from my company who collected us from the airport chatted the whole way to the hotel, giving us a detailed introduction to the country, culture, and society, while extolling the virtues of living...

From tree-lined canals and museums by day, to an explosion of electronic music and illicit offerings at night, Amsterdam certainly lives up to its name as a European party destination. In that spirit here are my recommendations for enjoying the nightlife of Amsterdam on its straats (streets) and...

Copenhagen is one of those cities that just works. I'm not the only one who thinks so; it always rates highly on those coveted "Best in the World" lists for livability, environmental friendliness, and various other desirable traits. And the shopping is pretty sensational. Packed with palaces and castles, littered...

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Thailand is not the only country in southeast Asia with stunning beaches. Malaysia has dozens of tiny islands on both the east and west coasts that rival the beauty of southern Thailand. Plus, the beaches...

Long flights with even longer layovers may seem less than ideal when you are eager to kick-start your vacation, but your stopover doesn't have to be boring. Whether your layover is a quick break or an entire 24 hours, venturing outside the airport in one of these ten European multi-faceted...

On March 13, the Vatican elected Pope Francis. How much do you know about the new pope and Vatican City?
Here's your infographic introduction to Vatican City and its new pope.
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There's nothing quite like visiting a place when it's in the middle of a party -- especially if it's the kind of celebration that doesn't happen every year. In addition to the many festivals and events that occur annually around the world, there are some that are on a far...

With Spring Break just around the corner, now's the time to cast aside your studies, hunt down those last-minute deals and plan an unforgettable trip. Whether you're looking for a budget beach break, a romantic getaway or an adrenaline-pumping adventure, here's a roundup of the best Spring Break...

Pope Benedict XVI officially resigned his post on February 28, 2013. He made this announcement earlier in February, throwing the Catholic world into a bit of upheaval, and making this Easter an even busier time in Rome. The faithful will be joining the tourists.

There is nothing like attending mass...

If you've got a thing for flowers, color, beauty, history, and/or sweet smelling air, Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands, not far from Amsterdam, is the place for you. It's gorgeous. So gorgeous, in fact, that...

The 2000-year-old city that is London is a living, breathing history book. While Samuel Johnson was right, "There is in London all that life can afford," often what we locals like doing most is to haul up in a pub. Luckily, we...

Forget dropping down on one knee at a glitzy restaurant; these days popping the question requires a little more thought. From drifting along the Venice canal ways on a romantic gondola ride to camping out under the Egyptian stars, or even from the top of the Empire State Building, here...

Vast, glistening fjords? Horn-capped Viking invaders? The eerie glow of the Northern Lights? Whatever comes to mind when you think of Norway, there's no doubt that it's steeped in mystique. With its location on the cusp of the Arctic and wilderness...

Welcome to Viator's indispensable guide to adrenaline-pumping (some might say, fear-inducing), heart-pounding adventure activities around the world. The following list represents the most popular adventure activities offered around the world, with tips on where you can do each one both near and far from home.

1. Skydiving

With the release of "The Lord of the Rings" movie trilogy in 2001, moviegoers across the globe were finally introduced to the magical world of J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle Earth. An ornately detailed and masterfully created fantasy-land, what arguably captured the attention of millions was not only the power behind the...

As the Christmas lights start to fade and the holiday season is coming to an end, there's still one final bash to send out 2012. With the New Year just around the corner, now's the time to make your New Year's resolutions, drink away the last year's regrets and celebrate...

Visiting Italy during the Christmas season offers two bonuses: You'll avoid the high summer season tourist crowds, and you'll get to see the country decked out in all its holiday finery.

December 25 isn't the biggest holiday of the winter season in Italy -- that's Epiphany, in early January...