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New York Gay Marriage: Savings for Same-Sex Couples
New York has become the sixth state in America that will grant marriage licenses to same-sex couples. Hotels and popular event spaces from New York City to Niagara Falls are celebrating the passage of this progressive law by introducing special deals, both for weddings and honeymoons.
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Book Now: Summer Deals for Japan, Florida, Colorado, and Europe
It's not too late to plan a summer vacation on a budget. We've got a round-up of some of the best deals around including beach discounts, ski resort savings, European destinations, and new flight packages that will save you money and time.
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Best New Hotel Amenities
In a world where guests have grown to expect a high level of amenity as standard, hotels are looking for ever more distinctive offerings. Here are some creative hotel amenities to look for, some gratis and others worth a splurge.
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Top 10 Hawaiian Foods to Try
Food in Hawai‘i is a reflection of the state’s diverse cultural makeup and tropical location. Fresh seafood, organic fruits and vegetables, free-range poultry and meat, and locally grown products are the hallmarks of Hawai‘i regional cuisine. Its preparations are drawn from across the Pacific Rim, including Japan, the Philippines, Korea, and Thailand—and now, "Hawaiian food" is a cuisine in its own right. Don’t miss Hawaiian-grown coffee, either, whether it’s smooth Kona from the Big Island or coffee grown on other islands....
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Frances Mayes Twitter Giveaway
In her new book Every Day in Tuscany, Frances Mayes shares the original story of renovating her thirteenth-century stone-roofed house in the mountains above Cortona, Italy, along with many of her experiences since Under the Tuscan Sun came out. Tweet or email us for the chance to win a copy.... (More)
Name That Island: A Quiz for Caribbean Lovers
How big of a Caribbean expert are you? Maybe you go every year, exploring a different island every time. Or maybe you've never been because you assume that the Caribbean is a playground solely for travelers that love nothing more than lying on the beach—all day. Take our quick quiz to test your knowledge of the islands—regular visitors will recognize many of their favorites and the rest of you just might find a destination or two that piques your interest. You'll certainly get a sense of just how different the offerings are; there truly is something for everyone. ...
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Top Chef Travels: Momofuku's David Chang on NYC Restaurants
Where does this chef-owner of some of Manhattan's most popular restaurants like to eat on his days off? That's what we wanted to know. Here, Chang shares his top restaurant picks (and dishes) in the city right now....
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Hong Kong's New Wine Scene
Hong Kong's wine culture is blossoming. Just a year ago, it was tough to get a good bottle of wine for a fair price due to the city's high wine import tax. But in February 2008, the government lifted its 40% import duty. Wine imports during the rest of the year shot up an astronomical 80%, and are on track for another 40% gain this year. Here's what you need to know about Hong Kong's new wine scene....
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Top Chef Travels: Vikram Vij on Vancouver's Best
Talk to any Vancouver resident, and he or she will tell you that no visit to the western Canadian city is complete without dining at Vij's. The upscale Indian eatery is the brainchild of Vikram Vij, an Indian born chef who grew up honing his passion for cooking at fine dining restaurants in Austria and Canada....
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Top Chef Travels: Wolfgang Puck's Capri
Although Wolfgang Puck's ever-expanding empire has taken him all over world, he recently sat down with Fodor's to discuss the Italian island of Capri, a destination that has special personal significance to him, as it is the place where he married Gelila Assefa in 2007. Puck reveals what he loves most about this island getaway, and lets us in on his favorite places to eat and stay when visiting.... (More)
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