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4 US Road Trips to Take Before You Die

Road trips are a favorite summer pastime and there are endless drives to take in the US. But there are a few that are truly iconic, passing stunning scenes and charming towns. Here are the 4 you just can't miss.

Posted by Jimmy Im on July 31, 2013 at 1:56:22 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Road Trips, Car Travel, United States, California, Arizona, Virginia, Hawaii
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Italy is so undeniably gorgeous, it looks like Michelangelo designed it.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on July 30, 2013 at 8:55:50 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Fodor's, Quotes, Inspiration
How to Eat Like a Local in Greece

With the Aegean Sea as its backdrop, Greece serves a heavy hand of magical Mediterranean living. Between afternoon swims and nighttime strolls, eat like the locals. Which is to say, eat well.

Posted by Sarah Lewis on July 24, 2013 at 11:39:26 AM EDT in Travel Tips, Restaurants Tagged: Greece, Mediterranean, Food
7 Honeymoon Planning Tips from the Experts

A honeymoon should be a totally fun and relaxing post-nuptials escape. So to help make the planning just as laissez-faire, we turned to some true high-end romance experts for their top tips.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on July 19, 2013 at 11:30:15 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Honeymoon, Romance, Hotels
Guide to the 13 States to Get Gay Married

Last month's landmark Supreme Court ruling that the federal same-sex marriage ban was unconstitutional heard cheers from coast to coast. Here are the 13 states where gay couples are tying the knot.

Posted by Jimmy Im on July 17, 2013 at 11:34:36 AM EDT in Travel Tips, Hotels Tagged: Hotels, Weddings, Gay Travel
Ask a Fodor's Disney Expert: Special Needs, Annual Passes, and More

You're all ready to go to Disney—the fights are booked, the kids are packed. But you still have questions. Our resident Disney expert is on the case, with questions on PhotoPass and special needs.

Posted by Leigh Jenkins on July 10, 2013 at 1:55:38 PM EDT in Family, Travel Tips Tagged: Disney, Walt Disney World,
Step-by-Step Guide to China's Bullet Train

Racing between Shanghai and Beijing, China's bullet train is an awesome way to avoid domestic Chinese airlines and travel the country in style. Here's the good, bad, and most helpful tips.

Posted by Jonathan Pozniak on July 10, 2013 at 8:52:53 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: China, Train Travel, Shanghai
Summer 2013 Guide to Chicago

Chicago is a whole different town in the summer. Blistering cold gives way to sun-drenched days and locals take it all in—from Michigan Ave to Lake Michigan. Here's your summertime guide.

Posted by Alene Dawson on July 09, 2013 at 4:31:30 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Chicago, Summer, Festivals
Asiana Flight Crash: What Happened and How to Stay Safe

The final seconds of Asiana flight crash were incredible in many ways—not least of which is the fact that the vast majority of passengers walked away uninjured. Here's a summary of events, and tips for staying safe.

Posted by Seth Miller on July 09, 2013 at 1:53:52 PM EDT in Airlines, News Tagged: Airlines, Air Travel, News
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It's hard to see it when you've just hit one, but sometimes potholes can be the most fun (and memorable) part of the journey! Who wants travels to be boring and expected, anyway?

Posted by Fodor's Editors on July 09, 2013 at 8:59:12 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Quotes, Fodor's,