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World’s Best Museum Gift Shops

Putting in the time to peruse stands at local markets can certainly unearth some winning on-the-road finds, though it often seems that most vendors are selling the same forgettable tchotchkes. The best place to search out memorable, quality items tied to your travels is oftentimes found in museum gift shops. Since you likely already plan to wander the halls of a local museum or two, tacking on a stop in the gift shop could easily take care of your souvenir needs in one easy shot. You’ll definitely want to spend a bit of time—and money—in our five favorite museum gift shops, outlined below.

Posted by Karina Martinez-Carter on March 19, 2012 at 2:52:16 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Arts & Culture, Shopping Tagged: Shopping, Paris, New York City, London, Barcelona
5 Hotel Tours for Architecture Buffs

For architecture enthusiasts, there's nothing more gratifying than a tour of a revered building, guided by an informed insider. Some hotels offer architectural tours—typically led by a hotel’s concierge, an in-house historian, or an outside expert—that offer behind-the-scenes glimpses into a hotel’s heyday, from Mid-Century Modern at Scottsdale’s Hotel Valley Ho to Art Deco at Chicago’s Palmer House Hilton. We’ve rounded up five architecture-themed hotel tours here that rank tops, and best of all, you don’t have to spring for a room to sign up for one—non-hotel guests can simply call ahead to reserve a spot.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on March 13, 2012 at 5:53:04 PM EDT in Hotels Tagged: Hotels, New York City, Scottsdale, Phoenix
Save Up to 50% Off with Kimpton Chicago Hotel Deal

Chicago’s blustery winter weather is on the way out, which makes this killer offer even better. In honor of the city’s 175th birthday, all four of Kimpton’s Chicago hotels are offering discount rates for just $175/night for 175 days—plus party bags.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on March 09, 2012 at 2:10:52 PM EST in Deals, Trip Ideas, Hotels Tagged: Illinois, Hotels, Deals
Best Stateside St. Patrick's Day Events

Cities countrywide are flaunting their Gaelic glory in the form of parades, parties, and pub crawls in the coming week. From the longest-running Patty’s parade in Boston to a New Orleans-style celebration and more, here are the top 5 places to shamrock it out stateside this year.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on March 07, 2012 at 2:53:02 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Boston, New York, New Orleans, Seattle, Festivals, Events
Latest and Greatest Hotel Amenities

Hotels are doing more than just upgrading decor to woo their guests—they’re pulling out all the stops, from fostering the latest cutting-edge technology to revolutionizing room service. Herewith a roundup of the latest and greatest hotel amenities, touting some of our favorite bells and whistles.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on February 28, 2012 at 12:15:05 PM EST in Hotels, Trip Ideas Tagged: Hotels, Amenities, New York City, London, Philadelphia, Poland, Stockholm, Atlanta
New Joie de Vivre Hotel to Open in Chicago

The Hotel Lincoln is on track for its scheduled early March opening date in one of Chicago's most popular neighborhoods, and will feature rooms with lakefront views, an all-season rooftop bar, and breakfast for guests from a popular, newly-opened restaurant on the hotel's ground floor.

Posted by Rachel Klein on February 01, 2012 at 9:07:59 AM EST in Hotels, News Tagged: Illinois
8 American Museum Shows to Travel for in 2012

Whether you're into painting, prints, photography, or fashion, major American museums from Los Angeles to Prouts Neck, Maine, are hosting exceptional art shows worth traveling for this year. We've picked the eight best, on now through the end of 2012, so you can plan ahead for art-filled weekend getaways from coast to coast.

Posted by Alyssa Kim on January 25, 2012 at 1:00:00 PM EST in Trip Ideas, Arts & Culture Tagged: California, San Francisco, New York City, Philadelphia, Illinois, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Maine, Art
Make the most out of your trip to the Field Museum with this tip

It's impossible to see the entire Field Museum in Chicago in one visit. Try to get tickets to the special exhibit of the season and then choose a couple of subjects you'd like to explore, like North American birds or Chinese jade.... Heading to Chicago soon? Get up-to-the-minute recommendations for hotels, restaurants, and more with our online Chicago Travel Guide....

Posted by Fodor's Editors on January 17, 2012 at 1:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips
Learn the best place to find quirky gifts in Chicago

Salvage One in Chicago is the place to hunt for all kinds of treasures, from vintage dental chairs to Paris street lamps.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on December 23, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips
Discover a tip for finding your way in the Windy City

Addresses in Chicago are painted on the pavement—"500S" for 500 South—so you can keep tabs on where you are.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on December 02, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips

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