HIDDEN CORNERS

Leave Paris and Vienna to the first-timers. Instead, escape to one of these five storybook retreats, where bell tolls replace alarm clocks and the big city feels far, far away. read more

FROM OUR BLOG: THIS JUST IN

Federal watchdogs are demanding that airlines disclose their fees up front. But that's not stopping airlines from creating charges. Next month, Spirit Airlines adds a fee for carry-on bags, starting at $20 per bag each way. Spirit's CEO told Congress last week that bringing luggage on vacation is "not essential to travel." What do you think? post a comment

ROAD TRIP

Between Santa Fe and Taos, a rush of expats is changing the face of the high desert—in all the right ways. read more

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We've narrowed it down to 10 finalists, and now it's up to you to choose the winner! Click through to read each contestant's original entry and decide who's heading to Egypt on a trip provided by Foreign Independent Tours and with a brand-new set of luggage.
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STYLISH STEALS

Readers are getting in on the action by sharing their favorite hotels worldwide. Thanks to reader Tammy, we're covering San Francisco's Villa Florence, a hotel in Union Square with a buzzing wine bar, from $129. read more