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Walking Tour of the Mansions of Palm Beach

Whether or not you aspire to be a Kennedy or a Trump, no trip to Palm Beach would be complete without a little mansion oggling. So we put together a walking tour dripping with riches.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on May 24, 2012 at 12:36:35 PM EDT Tagged: Palm Beach, Florida, Sights
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Step Into: The Great Gatsby

We know you've seen (and swooned over) the new Great Gatsby trailer. But we're upping the ante with this full-on Gatsby-inspired itinerary on Long Island's "Gold Coast." You're welcome.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on May 23, 2012 at 5:12:28 PM EDT Tagged: New York, Tips, Clothing, Hotels, Restaurants, Sights, Museums
Best of the Best, Trip Ideas & Itineraries

Undiscovered Italy: Four Destinations You Haven't Heard Of

So, you've been to Italy. You've criss-crossed the streets of Florence, the canals of Venice, and the sights of Rome. Now it's time to make deeper cuts: here are four less-traveled destinations to hit next.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on April 23, 2012 at 3:02:33 PM EDT Tagged: Italy, Sights, Hotels
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Win the Best Parent Ever award; book play time with the seals for your kids at the New England Aquarium

Want to make your day at the aquarium really special for the kids? Call ahead for a reservation to play with the seals! For $45, kids 9 and up can go behind the scenes and help feed and entertain the seals.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on September 13, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: Massachusetts, Boston, Sights, Museums, Family Travel
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Save time and skip the line at the Empire State Building in New York City

Purchase your tickets in advance online (esbnyc.com). You can't skip the security line, but you can skip to the front of both this line and the line for elevators by purchasing an Express Pass for an extra $45—if time is tight, it guarantees you'll get to the observation deck in twenty minutes.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on September 11, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: New York, New York City, Sights
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Find an oasis in San Francisco's Chinatown

A surprisingly peaceful spot, St. Mary's Square has a couple of small, well-kept playgrounds, perfect for a break from the hustle and bustle of Chinatown.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on September 04, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: California, San Francisco, Sights
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Take in the best view of San Francisco for free!

One of the best views in the city is from the glass elevators at the Westin St. Francis Hotel—and best of all, a ride is free. Zip up to the 32nd floor for a bird's-eye view; the lights of the nighttime cityscape are particularly lovely.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on August 30, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: California, San Francisco, Sights, Hotels
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Save money at Boston's New England Aquarium with a combination ticket

If you plan to see an IMAX show as well as check out the aquarium, buy a combo ticket; you'll save $3.95 for the adult ticket.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on August 22, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: Massachusetts, Boston, Sights, Savings
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Dine with the stars of Monterey Bay Aquarium

Reserve a lunch table at the aquarium's Portola Café, perched on ocean's edge. Otters and other sea creatures often frolic just outside the floor-to-ceiling windows.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on August 20, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: California, Monterey Bay, Sights, Dining
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Purchase tickets in advance to avoid lines at Tower of London

This is one of Britain's most popular sights—the Crown Jewels are here—and you can avoid lines by buying a ticket in advance on the Web site, by phone, at any tube station, or at an on-site kiosk; arriving before 11 can also help at busy times.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on August 18, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: Europe, England, London, Sights