Travel Expert Andrew McCarthy Bets On The Best Spots In Las Vegas
With its bright lights, glamour and glitz, there's no better person to hit Las Vegas with than Andrew McCarthy. The award-winning travel writer was right at home when he recently visited Sin City,...
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Barcelona Journal 1: Paris Was Yesterday
The New Yorker writer Janet Flanner (aka "Genet") published a collection of her pieces with the title "Paris Was Yesterday." Yes, Paris has had its day in court and now the center of Europe may very...
View Article10 Best Surfing Spots in the U.S.
As surfing has become more and more popular over the decades, the number of spots known for great waves has grown as well. With summer's arrival, now's the time for novices and pros alike to seek out...
View ArticleRhett And Link's Vacation Song Proves Nothing Should Come Between You And...
Not even a zombie apocalypse should damper your days off. Rhett and Link's latest musical endeavor, "I'm On Vacation," reminds us to treasure whatever precious vacation days we can get, even if that...
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A Provence-Themed Dinner
In May, with great anticipation and for the first time, we traveled to Provence, that legendary, surreal and almost magical region of France that so many artists and poets called home throughout the...
View ArticleFAA Extends Ban On Flights To Tel Aviv
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Aviation Administration says it will continue its ban on U.S. airline flights to Tel Aviv while assessing the danger of rocket attacks. The agency said Wednesday it is...
View Article10 Best Ski Resorts for Summer Fun
The snow has melted and ski season has long been over, but that doesn't mean resorts close their doors until the next frost settles. On the contrary, the best resorts in the country ramp up their...
View ArticleAmerica's Best Boardwalks
Fresh seafood, kitschy shops, and deep-fried Oreos are just a few of the things you'll find along the boardwalks that hug America's shorelines, but they're not all carbon copies. Some boardwalks are...
View Article20 Best Day Trips in the U.S.
Whether you're a local or a visitor, one of the best things to do in a city is escape for a while. And sometimes all you need is a day to recharge, which is why we've selected 20 outstanding trips that...
View ArticleThe Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan
Most everyone of a western upbringing cringes at countries called Stan. I was no different as I boarded my flight from Russia to Tajikistan, hearing only warnings like "Central Asia is a place where...
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Best Day Ever: The Pop Artist's New Orleans
The artist in her studio. Photo: Alexandra Arnold. By Ashley Longshore for Fathom | Her paintings of Kate Moss as a nun and Audrey Hepburn in a bouquet have attracted many fans and were featured in...
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The Best Places to Propose in New York City
Written by Miriam Herst, originally published on HowHeAsked.com. Planning to pop the question in the city that never sleeps? On a scale of one to The Notebook, we think it would be pretty romantic, and...
View ArticleTeen Pilot Dies In Plane Crash Over Pacific Ocean
PLAINFIELD, Ind. (AP) — His pilot's license fresh in his hands, an Indiana teenager set out in June for the adventure of a lifetime: an around-the-world flight with his father designed to break a...
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Dubai: Pearl of the Desert
I consider myself a seasoned world traveler. I have visited some of the most exotic and exciting destinations on earth, yet even I was surprised when I visited Dubai earlier this year. How does a...
View ArticleJeff Friesen's Mini Stereotypes Of LEGO America Are Coming To A Coffee Table...
Jeff Friesen isn't looking to take over the world, but he is looking to re-create it -- and he's doing it brick-by-brick. As the creator of the wildly popular LEGO scenes "The Great LEGO North," "The...
View ArticleNeil Armstrong's Lunar Heartbeat Is A Strong, Smooth Bass Line For This John...
Who knew Neil Armstrong's heartbeat would make such a smooth bass line? On July 20th, 1969, the astronaut became the first person to set foot on the moon, and uttered these famous words: "That's one...
View ArticleStaycation or Vacation: How to Get the Best Restaurant or Hotel Service
Whether you're heading out for a special dinner or taking a well-earned vacation, you want to get the most for your money. Here are some tips for getting the best service: DINING OUT Call ahead. If...
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Essie Introduces Nail Polish Vending Machines So We Now Have No Excuse For...
We've all been there: You're standing in front of a vending machine, trying to make the harrowing decision of what to buy, and suddenly, you think to yourself, "Man, I could really use a manicure right...
View ArticleSardinia: The Island of a Thousand Beautiful Beaches
Ask a Sardinian which are the most beautiful beaches on the island and he'll probably reply with a simple all of them. Sure, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. But even when you leave out the...
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Midnight in Paris on Wheels
Imagine this: A young man and the love of his life are chauffeured around the streets of Paris in the backseat of a vintage car. The beautiful woman holds a delicate red rose in her hands, and the two...
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