The World's Greatest Vacations

8 irresistible indoor hotel pools

2014-03-24

By Chadner Navarro, CNNWhen it comes to hotel pools, the indoor variety has long played second fiddle to their outdoor — often rooftop — counterparts. But these days, striking décor, luxury amenities and stunning settings mean many indoor swimming holes can now challenge even the most glamorous of outdoor pools. Read more. The Water Club […]

Set sail on the best spring break cruises of 2014

2014-03-17

Fran Golden – USA Today Whether you are looking to take the kids on vacation or to pal around at sea with your friends, cruise lines have a lot of options for spring break in March and April. The cruises don’t cost an arm and a leg and can get you to desirable, sunny […]

Cruise lines trying to get newcomers on board

2014-03-13

By Hannah Sampson – Miami Herald Cynthia Rodriguez has seen cruise ships around South Florida, watched commercials touting the option as a value and heard stories from friends who have cruised. Read more.

Pamper yourself on a luxury Caribbean Cruise

2014-03-10

By Fran Golden – USAToday For passengers who want the very best, and can afford it, luxury Caribbean cruises provide a floating world of first-class amenities, fine cuisine and elegant accommodations. Your drinks and crew gratuities are included in your cruise fare – and so is service that matches your desire to be pampered. […]

Where Europeans go on vacation, once they leave their country

2014-02-24

Where Europeans go on vacation, once they leave their country By Jason Karaian and David Yanofsky Many people’s dream vacations involve travel to distant, exotic lands. But the reality is that most people take their holidays close to home. Europeans, for example, tend not to stray very far, generally seeking out the nearest sunny spot […]

The 10 most intimate spaces on cruise ships

2014-02-24

The 10 most intimate spaces on cruise ships By Fran Golden Cruising is by nature a group experience, but sometimes you want to get away and enjoy some down time. Here are some intimate shipboard places where you can be alone, either by yourself or just the two of you. Read more.

Where World Leaders Vacation

2014-02-24

Where World Leaders Vacation CondeNast Traveler You might be going on vacation this Presidents’ Day weekend, but not the kinds of vacations that President Obama, Prince Charles, and other world leaders take. These are the favorite vacation spots of presidents, prime ministers, royals, and other heads-of-state. Read more.

Best luxury cruise lines

2014-02-17

Liz Weiss – New York Daily News If budget vacations aren’t your style, try these luxurious cruise ships for your next trip. Think six-course dinners, spa trips and exotic shore excursions. Read more..

10 of America’s most romantic towns

2014-02-17

Katrina Brown Hunt – Travel+Leisure Carly Holbrook came to Aspen, Colorado, for the Winter X Games but left with the love of her life. She’s not the only one who swoons over this A-list mountain town. Travel + Leisure’s fans and followers ranked Aspen among the best spots for romance in our inaugural America’s Favorite […]

Channel Your Inner Olympian at 5 North American Olympic Cities

2014-02-17

CondeNast Traveler If the Winter Olympic Games are close to your heart, but the Russian edition in Sochi is too far away, don’t dismay. There are five former Winter Olympics host cities in North America that offer world-class winter sports experiences for everyone. Read more.