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5 Reasons to Visit Park City, UT this Summer

There's no reason not to hit the slopes once the snow has melted away on the foothills—Park City's hills are alive in the summer, where music and outdoor fun abounds.

Posted by Amy Sherman on July 26, 2013 at 3:59:37 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Outdoors, Arts & Culture Tagged: Park City, Summer, Skiing, Music
10 Great Vacations for Nature Lovers

Do you dream about going snout-to-snout with a bear, or at least observing a bear from a safe and responsible distance? These 10 trips come with bears, rays, bison, and more!

Posted by Donna Heiderstadt on July 26, 2013 at 11:30:10 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Hiking, Alaska, Denali National Park, Florida, Snorkeling, North Carolina, Skiing, British Columbia, Canada, Texas, Hawaii, Big Island, Belize, Yellowstone National Park, Costa Rica
Insider's Guide to Cape Town

From its food to its vibrant nightlife, Cape Town's eclectic mingling of cultures and history make for an endlessly interesting array of things to do and see—from penguin-watching to wine tasting and everything in between. Our insider's guide helps you narrow down the choices.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on July 22, 2013 at 4:29:10 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: South Africa, Cape Town, Restaurants
What to Pack: Wales

Lush and rugged Wales is never more inviting than when summer temps get to the point of stifling back home. Trek the mountainous terrain and enjoy cool sea breezes in these style picks.

Posted by Bee Shapiro on July 15, 2013 at 1:52:44 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Wales, What to Pack, Style, Clothing, Packing, Fashion
Exploring the Wild in the Ecuadorian Amazon

Filled with flora, fauna, and fascinating indigenous tribes, the Amazon is a fantastical frontier. And exploring it by way of Ecuador was beyond thrilling. Adventures and animal-sightings did abound.

Posted by Elissa Richard on July 12, 2013 at 1:59:55 PM EDT in Outdoors Tagged: Ecuador, Amazon, Adventure Travel,
Best Vacation for Bicycle-Lovers

Whether you're a semi-pro cyclist or a Spin class devotee, hotels and travel companies are offering packages and experiences with gear heads in mind. Here are 5 choice bike-lover holidays.

Posted by Alexis Korman on July 11, 2013 at 11:35:32 AM EDT in Trip Ideas, Outdoors Tagged: Bikes, Adventure Travel, Hotels
Niagara Falls from Every Angle

Niagara Falls is a bucket-list-worthy sight to behold, whether you're ogling it from the Canada side, the NY side, or both. Here's how to check it out from every angle.

Posted by Haley Shapley on June 19, 2013 at 12:27:55 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Outdoors Tagged: Niagara Falls, New York, Ontario, Canada
Long Weekend in Utah's National Parks

The desert landscapes of Utah's five national parks are astounding. Overwhelming, even. So we're here to help you navigate this state's embarrassment of outdoor riches with a long weekend itinerary.

Posted by Roisin Cameron on June 13, 2013 at 8:59:08 AM EDT in Trip Ideas, Outdoors Tagged: National Parks, Utah
The Beginner's Guide to Glamping

You've heard of glamping, we're sure. The mix of the great outdoors with hotel-style creature comforts has been around for a while, but its really gaining ground lately. Here's a primer on getting it right.

Posted by Katherine Martinelli on June 11, 2013 at 11:35:56 AM EDT in Outdoors, Trip Ideas Tagged: Camping, Glamping, Tips,
5 Must-Do Activities in Sanibel, Florida

The charms of Sanibel, a subtropical barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico off Florida's southwestern coast, are many. From a wildlife refuge to pontoon boat cruises, here are five ways to discover them.

Posted by Andrea M. Rotondo on June 10, 2013 at 8:56:32 AM EDT in Outdoors, Family Tagged: Florida, Summer, Island, Beach Vacations