Monday, February 23, 2009

We received 152 nominations, added a few of our own, and then selected 22 American towns that stand out from the crowd. If you've been to Owego, N.Y.; Grinnell, Iowa; or Guerneville, Calif.—to name just a few—then cast your ballot and spread the word. read more

• Plus, send us photos and videos of the towns' coolest restaurants, galleries, shops, and sights. After all, seeing is believing.

Craving more Top Chef? We've got the dish on the show's most memorable New York moments—along with smart tips for experiencing some of the city's best culinary haunts. Get details and check out our slide show. read more

• A DIY Project Runway Tour of New York
• 50 Reasons You Love New York
• New York Hotels at a Price That's Right
• 20 Photos: New York, My Cut

When it comes time to buy food presents for the people back home, the City of Light can turn any suitcase heavy. But years of transatlantic gifting have taught expat Meg Zimbeck how to scale down both the size and the cost of these purchases. Here are ideas for gifts that won't break your back or your budget. read post

More Affordable Paris Coverage:

• Restaurants to Visit Pre- or Post-Louvre
• Finding an Affordable Place to Stay
• Romance Without the Masses
• Strike! How to Lessen the Grief of a Paris Grève

When you're traveling with kids, what are your secrets to success? Share your tried-and-true tips with us! Are there items you always make sure to pack? Do you have any surefire ways to keep everyone entertained? Anything to keep in mind when booking flights, hotels, cruises, or cars? Strategies for staying healthy? We'd love to hear what you do to make your family trips as fun and as easygoing as possible. E-mail us by March 2, and your advice might be included in The Smart Traveler's Passport: Family Edition, our upcoming guide to family travel. e-mail us now

Spend six nights in one of the elegant villas at Adare Manor Resort, located near Limerick and popular day-trip destinations like the Cliffs of Moher, Killarney, and Galway. This package also includes a rental car and international airfare, from $599. why it's a deal

• More Deals: Europe
• Been to Ireland? Share your photos at myBudgetTravel. We might feature them in a slide show.
• A Musical Pub Crawl in Ireland
• Secret Hotels of Ireland's County Donegal
• Hopscotch Ireland's Countryside in a Rental Car

These hotel deals for Santa Fe, Phoenix, and Tempe start at $106 a night. The perks include massages, gift certificates, and rooftop pools—perfect for watching the sun set. why they're a deal

• More Deals: U.S. & Canada, Under $500, Warm Weather
• 25 Reasons We Love Sedona
• America's Coolest Small Towns: Bisbee, Ariz.
• Road Trip: New Mexico

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