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Hotels, Best of the Best

Top 10 Villa Rental Companies

We travel for many reasons, not the least of which is to experience a new way of life. Whether shopping for groceries at La Boqueria in Barcelona, or taking an evening stroll through Puerto Rico’s Old San Juan neighborhood, it’s thrilling to blend in with the crowd and live like a local—if even for a moment. And there’s no better way to immerse oneself in a destination than by renting a private villa or apartment.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 24, 2012 at 3:00:00 PM EST Tagged: Villas, Home Rentals, Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, Provence, France, Italy, England, Costa Rica, United States
Cruises, Life-Changing Trips

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.

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
Hotels

Best New All-Inclusive Caribbean Resorts

All-inclusive resorts have reached a new level of luxury in the Caribbean, with services such as butlers who make spa and dinner reservations, and pool concierges who schlep cocktails and snacks to your floating chaise lounge.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 17, 2012 at 11:49:06 AM EST Tagged: Caribbean, Dominican Republic, St Lucia, Riviera Maya
Cruises

Top New Cruises We're Most Excited About

The new year brings a slew of new cruises to suit every travelers' taste, from family-oriented, ten-day trips to the Caribbean, to luxury, round-the-world sailings that stop in dozens of exotic ports. We've been flooded with news from every cruise line about their 2013 voyages, and have identified our favorites to give you the scoop on the best of what's offered.

Posted by Rachel Klein on January 13, 2012 at 1:00:00 PM EST Tagged: Cruise Lines, Caribbean, Iceland, Hawaii, South America, Panama, Florida
Deals & Discoveries, Hotels

Fodor's Exclusive: Free Spa Treatments at Newly Redone Caribbean Resort

Want to escape to a resort in Jamaica's Blue Mountains that includes complimentary spa treatments—plus other perks? We thought so. That's why we've zeroed in on this incredible deal, just for Fodor's readers.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on January 12, 2012 at 4:36:42 PM EST Tagged: Caribbean, Jamaica, Beach Deals
Practical Travel Tips

Calling all ice cream fans: try these flavors in Guadeloupe

Don't miss the tropical ice-cream flavors in Guadeloupe, like mangue (mango) and coco (coconut). Cacahuète translates to "peanut" and is addictive!

Posted by Fodor's Editors on January 12, 2012 at 1:00:00 AM EST Tagged: Caribbean
Deals & Discoveries, Hotels

Exclusive to Fodor's: Caribbean Deals at 3 New Resorts

The Caribbean season is officially in full swing, and a few new and newly renovated resorts have debuted just in time. If thoughts of palm-fringed beaches and snazzy accommodations aren’t enough to get you packing, these resorts have special deals and fun extras—exclusively for Fodorites.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on January 03, 2012 at 10:55:16 AM EST Tagged: Caribbean, Tobago, Jamaica, Beach Deals, St Lucia
Practical Travel Tips

Be sure to pick up this great gift while visiting Guadeloupe

A wonderful introduction to the island of Guadeloupe, as well as a travel keepsake, is the coffee-table book Carnet de Route-Les Saintes on sale in shops for around â‚¬20.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on December 26, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EST Tagged: Caribbean
Trip Ideas & Itineraries

All-Inclusive Caribbean Deals From $329 a Night

Warm breezes, crashing surf, tasty rum drinks—it's hard not to love the island lifestyle. Why not treat yourself to a post-holiday pick-me-up this year and book a Caribbean getaway? These top packages make it easy to embrace the beach life in 2012. But you've got to book soon—these deals won't last.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on December 13, 2011 at 9:41:24 AM EST Tagged: Caribbean
Practical Travel Tips

Discover our favorite room at the Mariner's Hotel in St. Vincent and the Grenadines

If it's available, opt for Room 105 at the Mariner's Hotel as it is oceanfront with a corner view and a wraparound balcony.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on December 05, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EST Tagged: Caribbean