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Tour Toronto like a TIFF Star (on a Fan's Budget)
September 8th kicks off the red carpet parade otherwise known as the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). A-listers hit the city's most elegant hotels, restaurants, bars, and boutiques, but a taste of the high life in Toronto is surprisingly easy to afford.
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Vienna, with a Modern Twist
Even with such a rich past, Vienna is still a living city, and the best parts are when that historic past gets muddled with a dose of modern life in a potent cocktail that's very much Viennese.
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Great Travel Gifts Part IV: Stylish Ideas
Chic travelers often stump the best gift-givers. Who really needs a leather passport cover? Don't worry. Here's a cheat-sheet for those on your list that appreciate a touch of first-class, even when they're flying coach.
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5 Great Romantic Experiences in Prague
Paris may be the most obvious romantic destination, but there's another P-town that could give France's capital some competition: Prague. Consult the checklist—killer views, a central river, fantastic wine, incredible art, and grand countryside retreats—and you'll see why this city can offer the same dose of l'amour, often at a better price. Here are the top 5 reasons to skip over Western Europe and head to Prague when love is in the air....
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Trip Idea: Girlfriend Getaway in Orange County
Fodor's Associate Editor Maria Teresa Burwell recently spent a week soaking in the vitamin D on the shoreline of California's Orange County. Although it has a reputation for family travel and all things Disney, Maria and her friends hit Orange County for a girls' getaway. In between her strict sunbathing schedule, she managed to shop, dine, and pamper herself like a pro....