Thursday, December 18, 2008

With its vast landscapes, picturesque villages high in the Andes, and burgeoning tourism infrastructure, the region around Salta is on a growing number of travelers' wish lists. Get the details and see fascinating shots in our slide show. read more

• New! Buenos Aires Hotels at a Price That's Right
• Cultural Etiquette: Tango Hall Protocol
• Deals: South America Air/Cruise, From $2,199

Planning a warm weather getaway in 2009? You're in for deals if you want to stay in the States. Vacancies will hit their highest level since 1971. Expect hotels to cut their rates, especially through sites like Hotwire and Priceline, where they can disguise the discounts through auctions and opaque sales. read post

• NYC: Hertz Starts "Pay As You Go" Rentals
• Evoking Hong Kong: Q&A With the Author of The Piano Teacher
• Follow That Story: The TSA and Baggage Theft
• Atlantic City Gets a High-Speed Weekend Train Link to NYC
• This Weekend: Festive Yachts Parade in Newport Beach, Calif.

On these seven beautiful islands, you're guaranteed to get there before anyone you know. read more

• Sardinia: Italy's Island Surprise
• The Next Big Thing: 8 Cool Attractions of the Future
• Experts' 10 Favorite Gardens
• Complete Greatest Hits 2008

Don't let those pesky allergies keep you at home—follow these four rules. read more

• The Traveler's Medicine Cabinet: 11 Essential Items
• How to Eat Street Food Without Ruining the Trip

Unwind over seven nights at an all-inclusive resort on the Riviera Nayarit, just north of Puerto Vallarta. The package also includes meals, drinks, and extensive activities for $1,250. why it's a deal

• Slide Show: Mexico, Old and New
• Got Stress? Get to Puerto Vallarta
• Mexico Hotel Deals, From $61

Book now to score early-bird savings for a late-summer South Beach getaway: five nights in the Art Deco district and airfare, from $748.
why it's a deal

• My Hometown: Miami
• Road Trip: The Florida Keys
• Real Deals: Florida and Bahamas, Cruise, 5 Nights, $999

Jet off to Park City for a quick three-night getaway—you'll be schussing in no time. Rates start at $365, including airfare.
why it's a deal

• Ski Deals, With Lodging, From $138
• Expert Advice: Top 9 Ski Tips
• Ski Condos for Slackers

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