Tuesday, September 30, 2014

Seven cruise journeys that evoke a lost era

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Seven cruise journeys that evoke a lost era

Want to step back in time to a more sophisticated style of boat travel? Watch the world go by from a Mississippi steamer, Caribbean clipper or Indian rice boat. The only sounds will be birdsong and the clinking of ice in your G&T.

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Fall foliage in New England

New England is a riot of color right now. Hit the road to watch the forests blaze scarlet and gold with our tips.

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Are you a tourist or a traveler?

What's wrong with being a tourist? Our writer grabs a huge map, dons some conspicuous sunglasses, and finds out.

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Australian bush tucker tour

It's not all grubs, we promise! Our writer nibbles berries and learns ancient foodie wisdom in Outback Australia.

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Where to travel in October

Need a quick getaway? We asked our experts where to find fireworks, seek out sunshine and catch some waves.

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Succulent seafood, sweet maple syrup, spectacular summits, New England is unforgettable.

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Bali & Lombok travel guide

It's more than a place; it's a mood, an aspiration, a tropical state of mind.

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Australia travel guide

Dazzlingly diverse: deserts, beaches and multicultural melting-pot cities.

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Tuesday, September 23, 2014

Eight things you should never pack

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Eight things you should never pack

Spare shoes and makeup bag, OK. But do you really need the hairdryer, coffee maker and full snorkelling kit on your trip? Excess baggage stops right here, with Lonely Planet's guide to packing light.

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Ten day-trips from NYC

Beaches, cloisters, sprawling sculpture grounds... here are 10 great reasons to escape New York City.

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Mexico City's best markets

Want to browse plump watermelons or get guidance on magic spells? We know the right Mexican market for you.

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Campus crawl in British Columbia

Go back to school at the University of British Columbia for grand galleries, burger pit stops and a breath of fresh air.

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Family travel in China

Skip through rock mazes and bob on a bamboo raft; China is perfect for the young (and young-at-heart).

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Mexico conjures up so many vivid images and the reality lives up to the expectation.

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Travel with Children

Our crack team of authors have assembled advice for kids and families of all ages.

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