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The Insider's Guide to California Wine Country

We've sniffed, sipped, and spit; we've tasted; and we've slept it off. Without further ado, the ultimate insider's guide to wine country, from Napa to Calistoga and what lies between. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on May 11, 2012 at 1:17:13 PM EDT Tagged: California, Napa, Wine, Winery, Restaurants, Dining, Hotels
Travels in India and Beyond with Actress Penelope Wilton

Fodor's recently caught up with actress Penelope Wilton (Downton Abbey, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel) to talk about her travel passions, which range from the colorful, frenetic streets of India to the bucolic countryside of France's Auvergne. Read more

Posted by Erica Duecy on May 10, 2012 at 3:43:29 PM EDT Tagged: India, Literary, France
Volunteer Vacations: See the World, Change the World

Vacations do the body (and soul) good, and none more so than volunteer trips. They are among the best ways to really see, and connect with, the world. So we rounded up a few choice trips to get you started. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on April 23, 2012 at 5:02:22 PM EDT Tagged: Voluntourism, Children, Conservation, Eco-Travel, China, Costa Rica
National Park Week Offers Free Admission and Unforgettable Experiences

With both gasoline and groceries at wallet-busting prices, it’s great to hear about something that’s actually free: You won’t have to pay national park admission from April 21–29 in celebration of National Park Week. To inspire you, here's a selection of unforgettable experiences at five national parks. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on April 12, 2012 at 11:40:53 AM EDT Tagged: Deals, Family Travel
A Perfect Romantic Day in Paris and Versailles from Author of Paris in Love

For romantics looking for the perfect one-day tour of Paris and neighboring Versailles, Eloisa James, author of Paris in Love: A Memoir, has whipped up a dreamy itinerary. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on April 05, 2012 at 3:27:29 PM EDT Tagged: Romance, Paris, Versailles
Best Places in Alaska to View the Northern Lights

Unfolding on the fringes of the ring-shaped auroral oval that circles the globe's Arctic realms, the aurora borealis phenomenon—a mystical apparition of glowing bands that float and spiral overhead (really solar particles bouncing off the earth's magnetic field)—can't help but inspire the imagination of all who bear witness to its splendor. A trek into the Alaska wilderness's bone-chilling winter wonderland affords optimum viewing conditions, particularly in the state's northern reaches. We've rounded up four unique opportunities to combine northern lights viewing with an extra boost of only-in-Alaska adventure. Read more

Posted by Elissa Richard on March 20, 2012 at 6:51:46 PM EDT Tagged: Alaska, Winter Travel, Anchorage, Talkeetna, Fairbanks
Career Break 101: How to Plan for Long-term Travel

Sabbaticals offer some lucky workers opportunities for extended travel, but that’s not the only option for those in the workforce craving more time away than a simple week’s vacation allows for. A career break can also come in the form of a leave of absence or simply time between jobs. Think of it like a gap year—breaks from studying, long popular in Europe—for grown-ups. Read on for our career break 101 tutorial to help you make those long-term travel dreams a reality. Read more

Posted by Cate Starmer on February 23, 2012 at 12:49:41 PM EST Tagged: Voluntourism
The Year's Most Unusual Cruises

With mid-cruise voyages to distant landlocked spots as well as uncommon ports of call closer to home, here are some top choices for the most unique cruising itineraries of 2012. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 23, 2012 at 2:11:32 PM EST Tagged: Cruise Lines, Cruises, Singapore, Mumbai, China, Korea, Japan, Angkor Wat, Caribbean
Dispatch from Cape Town: The Season’s Hottest Restaurants, Hotels, and Art Exhibits

It's summer in South Africa's city by the sea. Cape Town's new openings and innovative offerings rival those of the most cutting-edge Northern Hemisphere cities—but at a relative discount. Here’s the inside scoop on Cape Town’s buzziest boutique hotels, hottest restaurants, and most happening art shows this season. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 20, 2012 at 12:24:06 PM EST Tagged: South Africa, Cape Town, Restaurants, Hotels, Museums, Art
8 Family Tips for Extended Trips

Whether the aim is to make the most of a school break, maximize a career break, or simply enjoy extreme bonding time, here are some tips to make your adventure go as smoothly as possible. Read more

Posted by Susan MacCallum-Whitcomb on April 20, 2011 at 3:45:15 PM EDT Tagged: Family Travel