Wednesday, December 31, 2008

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• Previously: Destinations on the Radar in 2008

You learn a lot about a place based on what the people drink and how they drink it. Brazilians, for instance, sip cachaça—fermented sugar cane—and toast "saúde!" In time for New Year's, we look at what to drink and how to say cheers in 10 countries. read more

• Expert Advice: Drink Beer Better
• Pub Crawl: What's Brewing in St. Louis
• 5 Bars That Do Justice to James Bond's Martini
• Girlfriend Getaways: Wine Tasting 101

It was our editors who pulled together 2008's list of Coolest Small Towns, but for next year's list, they're asking for your help in coming up with candidates. Do you live in a friendly, vibrant town that's on the rise but has fewer than 10,000 residents? Or have you visited one? Nominate your favorite candidates here. nominate now

There's artwork inside one of New York City's subway tunnels: Bill Brand's Masstransiscope, recently restored to its 1980s glory. If you ride the B or Q train from the DeKalb Avenue stop in Brooklyn toward Manhattan, look for this artwork out the right side of the train. Or watch this video for a neat preview. What other cities have great subway art, in either the stations or the tunnels? Fill us in

• Sheraton Makes It Easier to Stay Fit While Traveling
• A Rare Peek at Homeland Security's Files on Travelers

Develop strategies for navigating notoriously pricey cities like Honolulu, London, New York, and Tokyo, and get the scoop on unique experiences in each that won't cost you a penny. read more

• Readers' Best Money-Saving Tips
• 9 Ways to Score a Free Trip
• Complete Greatest Hits 2008

See the Lone Star State with these affordable hotel stays from $90 in Amarillo, Austin, Dallas, Grapevine, Houston, and San Antonio.
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More Real Deals:

• Park City, Utah, Air/Hotel $365
• Northern Chile Tour, 3 Nights, $463
• San Diego, Air/Hotel, $522
• Jamaica, Air/3 Nights, $605
• Costa del Sol, Spain, Air/Resort, $699

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