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10 Best Small Towns in America

In a time when "authentic" is a travel buzzword, its America's small towns that are drawing in visitors with great local culture, noteworthy cuisine, outdoor offerings, and a low key charm that big cities can't match.

Posted by Sandra Ramani on March 19, 2013 at 11:59:05 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: California, Washington, Montana, Wisconsin, Michigan, Massachusetts, Illinois, Florida
A Food Lover's Road Trip through Vermont

Vermont is a food lover's heaven with farmers' markets, microbreweries, working farms, the Ben & Jerry's factory, and tons more. Here's the perfect Vermont road trip filled with culinary stops.

Posted by Katherine Martinelli on March 15, 2013 at 5:08:30 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Food, Food and Wine, Farms, Beer
Olympic Skier Kaylin Richardson's Favorite Slopes

Who better to point us in the direction of our new favorite ski destination than Olympic, World Cup, and National Alpine Champion skier Kaylin Richardson? She's skied virtually everywhere and has narrowed down her favorite slopes just for us.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on December 10, 2012 at 2:41:58 PM EST in Outdoors Tagged: Skiing, Winter Travel, Italy, Utah, Colorado
Best US Ski Resorts for Families

Many ski resorts will try to woo you with promises of fun on the slopes for every age. But not all have chocolate chip cookies on the mountain, kid-only gondolas, and free lift tickets for young ones. These top resorts do.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on November 16, 2012 at 5:19:10 PM EST in Outdoors, Family Tagged: Skiing, Children, Family Travel, Resorts, Colorado, Winter Travel
Great Fall Foliage Trips Across the Country

It's hard not to dread summer's end. That is, until you remember the technicolor season ahead. Trips like these—from California to Montana—fill the fall with fallen leaves and heaps of fun.

Posted by Jordan Simon on August 27, 2012 at 6:26:42 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Outdoors Tagged: Fall, Foliage, California, Colorado, Virginia, North Carolina, New York, Montana, Michigan
Best New England Food Festivals

New England hosts a cornucopia of food festivals throughout summer and fall that pay tribute to local food and cuisine, from blueberries to lobster, and cheese to chowder. We've rounded up five of the most delicious celebrations honoring regional culinary delights, for an unforgettable taste of New England.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on April 24, 2012 at 1:49:32 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Boston, Maine, New Hampshire, Food and Wine
Last-Minute Easter Getaways

It’s not too late to bunny-hop out of town for Easter weekend. We’ve rounded up some winning holiday packages, both on the home front and abroad, that will appeal to you and your kids alike for an Easter-inspired spring fling.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on March 23, 2012 at 11:20:13 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Events, Deals, Ireland, West Virginia, Switzerland, Family Travel
5 Best Resorts for Ski Trips this Season

While the lack of snowfall across the U.S. and Canada has made this year's ski season less than ideal, a host of resorts are riding all-time highs when it comes to new amenities and adventures. From zipline tours, to a free fall waterslide, to old-fashioned sledding, there are plenty of activities to keep you busy on and off the mountain.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 25, 2012 at 2:28:20 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Skiing, Utah, Colorado, British Columbia
7 Best Post-Holiday Winter Festivals

Festivals and carnivals featuring ice sculptures, sled dog races, sleigh rides, and more, give travelers a chance to join locals in fun, annual traditions. We've rounded up the best of the fests—from Vermont to Alaska—for you to consider while vacationing in your favorite winter wonderland.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on December 30, 2011 at 4:47:29 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Quebec, Minnesota, Ontario, Colorado, Alaska
White Hot Winter Ski Deals

Even though the formal start of winter is two full months away, now is the time to grab incredible early-season ski deals. Resorts across North America are rolling out tons of packages, and we've gathered the best so you can plan to hit the powder fast.

Posted by Matt Villano on October 14, 2011 at 10:38:02 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Skiing, British Columbia, California, Colorado, Utah