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Italy Countryside

Food And Drink: Our Favorite Italian Wine Regions

For wine connoisseurs, Italy, which boasts more than 350 indigenous grape varieties, is truly a place of dreams. The country is the largest global producer of wine, and it’s also home to some of the world’s oldest wine-producing regions.

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New Zealand Vineyard

Food And Drink: The 4 Best New Zealand Wines

Soaring snowcapped mountains. Glittering turquoise bays. A vibrant culture forged by centuries of relative isolation from the rest of the world.

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Côtes du Rhône

Food And Drink: Wines of Côtes du Rhône

One of the planet’s oldest vineyard regions, France’s Côtes du Rhône is home to an abundance of grape varietals across more than 140,000 acres of vines. It’s second in size only to Bordeaux.

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California Wine

Food And Drink: Our Favorite California Wine Regions

You’re four days into a coastal road trip, winding your way up a hillside just off Highway 1. You pull into the first winery you see, step out of the car and inhale the scent of manzanita and coast live oak trees.

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Burgundy Vineyard

Food And Drink: The 4 Best Burgundy Wines

Speckled with grand châteaux, medieval fortifications and quaint, cobblestoned villages, the rolling hills of the Bourgogne are steeped in history. Burgundy wine is no different; this region has been famed for its viticulture since the sixth century AD. 

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Scenic Bordeaux Vineyard and Landscape

Food And Drink: What Is Bordeaux Wine?

Arguably France’s most famous wine-growing region, Bordeaux spans 60 miles and is home to nearly 7,500 producers and 290,000 acres of vineyards.

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Food In Vietnam - What to Know and Eat

Food And Drink: Food In Vietnam - What to Know and Eat

In the past few years, Vietnamese food has gained steadily in popularity across the globe. Renowned for its healthy ingredients, flavorful dishes and beautiful presentation, as well as the prevalence of delicious noodles, Vietnamese food is highly craveable, fresh and unique.

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Croatian Food: What To Know and Eat

Food And Drink: Croatian Food: What To Know and Eat

Croatia’s gastronomic landscape is largely shaped by the nation’s bordering countries, and the cuisine, therefore, is best understood as a patchwork of regional foods and dishes from the fruitful Adriatic Sea, which laps Croatia’s western shore.

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Asia Food - What to Know and Eat

Food And Drink: Asia Food - What to Know and Eat

Eating in Asia is one of the wildest, most satisfying parts about traveling in this region. The foods are flavorful, healthy, exotic and exciting, and in terms of variety, they span a massive spectrum. Knowing what to expect from Asian cuisine can be tricky, though.

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Alaskan Food - What to Know and Eat

Food And Drink: Alaskan Food - What to Know and Eat

When dining in the northernmost of the 50 states, it’s safe to assume that all eating is local eating. The wild, seasonal foods found, foraged and favored here are of the land, especially the mountains and the ocean.

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The Best Time To Visit Spain

When To Visit: The Best Time To Visit Spain

Prowling for tapas in Madrid, beach-hopping in the Balearic Islands, trekking the legendary Camino de Santiago and clapping along to flamenco in Granada. With so much to see and to do in Spain, you might not even know where to start!

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The Best Time To Visit Scotland

When To Visit: The Best Time To Visit Scotland

From rugged mountains and bustling cities to dramatic medieval ruins and bucolic whiskey distilleries, Scotland packs in an amazing amount of sights for a country about the size of South Carolina.

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The Best Time To Visit Machu Picchu

When To Visit: The Best Time To Visit Machu Picchu

Machu Picchu is an ancient Inca citadel perched atop a mountain within the southern stretches of the Peruvian Amazon, and it’s a wonder in every sense of the word. Whether you visit at the peak of the Peruvian summer or brave the mud and mist of the rainy season, Machu Picchu doesn’t disappoint.

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Cuba

When To Visit: The Best Time To Visit Cuba

It’s twilight in Old Havana, and you can still taste the mint and lime of your last mojito. A smoky, tropical breeze rustles through your hair, carrying with it the soft sounds of salsa music from a nearby bar.

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Croatia Bay

When To Visit: The Best Time To Visit Croatia

Few countries so seamlessly blend modern culture, natural beauty and medieval charm as Croatia, which offers experiences ranging from taking your first few steps up the stairs to Diocletian’s Palace to dipping your toes in the cr

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Costa Rica Waterfall

When To Visit: The Best Time To Visit Costa Rica

Pristine beaches. Lush jungles. Thundering rapids. And, around practically every corner, the chance to spot a moss-covered sloth or an elusive red-eyed tree frog.

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Canada

When To Visit: The Best Time To Visit Canada

Whether you’re a nature lover or a cosmopolitan connoisseur, the world’s second-biggest country is a traveler’s paradise. The vastness that makes this country so appealing, though, makes trip planning especially important.

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Antarctica: When To Visit

When To Visit: Antarctica: When To Visit

Arguably the most exotic destination on Earth, Antarctica isn’t for everyone. For those captivated by the icy southern continent, though, newfound accessibility and growing concern about global warming have made it more of a tourist destination in recent years.

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Canada Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Canada Travel Guide: Overview

Sprawling, massive Canada contains everything from six time zones to a series of ecosystems so diverse you could conceivably encounter polar bears and grizzly bears on the same trip.
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Portugal Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Portugal Travel Guide: Overview

The oldest nation-state in Europe—it became the Kingdom of Portugal in 1139—Portugal is as steeped in history as it is in its own unique culture.
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Peru Travel Guide

Region Overviews: Peru Travel Guide: Overview

From the Amazon jungle to the to the Pacific Ocean, Peru is extraordinarily diverse. In fact, few places on this planet can claim the geographical variety of Peru.
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Greece Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Greece Travel Guide: Overview

Whether you’re strolling a ruin or sunning on the beach, Greece is an intoxicating, beautiful, historically rich nation with something to offer every world wanderer.
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Iceland Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Iceland Travel Guide: Overview

Just shy of the Arctic Circle, Iceland is an island nation that features pristine glaciers, sulfuric hot springs and stunning fjords alongside the trendy bars of capital, Reykjavík.
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Galapagos Islands Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Galápagos Travel Guide: Overview

Describing the residents and habitat of the Galápagos Islands takes creativity and an exhaustive vocabulary. Nowhere else on Earth can you find such a collection of wildlife.
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Germany Travel Guide

Region Overviews: Germany Travel Guide: Overview

Traveling Germany is like stepping inside of a storybook, with each city visited eliciting new characters, unimaginable adventures, and entirely surreal settings.
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Vietnam Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Vietnam Travel Guide: Overview

Inside this breadth of natural diversity and jaw-dropping beauty, there are bustling cities, remote hillside villages, centuries-old Buddhist temples and skyscraping corporate headquarters.
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Bhutan Travel Guide

Region Overviews: Bhutan Travel Guide: Overview

Known as the “Last Shangri-La.", Bhutan's culture is deeply influenced by a unique form of Buddhism and rich with traditions of spirituality, art, music, dance and food.
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Ireland Travel Guide

Region Overviews: Ireland Travel Guide: Overview

Ireland is an enchanting place, and the serene, beautiful scenery features breathtaking views and stunning landscapes throughout the whole country.
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New Zealand Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: New Zealand Travel Guide: Overview

Whether you’re seeking unique wildlife, world-class restaurants, pristine hiking, unmatched cultural experiences or tropical beaches, New Zealand brings it all together.
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Caribbean Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Caribbean Travel Guide: Overview

With 28 island nations, the region of the Caribbean is a dazzling combination of mountain peaks, astoundingly bustling reefs and a long, fraught colonial lineage.
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Hawaii Travel Guide

Region Overviews: Hawaii Travel Guide: Overview

Made up of eight primary islands. Hawaii is home to postcard-perfect beaches and waterfalls, breathtaking sunsets, active volcanoes and ancient lava flows.
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Argentina Travel Guide

Region Overviews: Argentina Travel Guide: Overview

Sprawling all the way from the Bolivian border south to Tierra del Fuego, Argentina is the world’s eighth-largest country and one of the most geographically diverse.
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Hiking In New Zealand

What To See And Do: Hiking In New Zealand

In many ways, hiking in New Zealand defies a single definition. From day hikes to multiday adventures, prepare for everywhere from sandy beaches to barren volcanic alpine vistas.
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Asia Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Asia Travel Guide: Overview

Comprised of 48 countries and nearly 60 percent of the world’s population, Asia boasts a dizzying assortment of natural wonders, rich history and cultural feats.
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Ecuador Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Ecuador Travel Guide: Overview

Ecuador is home to Amazonian jungle, mountainous Andean sierra and stunning Pacific coastline. Ecuador even boasts the wildlife-abundant Galapagos Islands.
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France Travel Guide Article

Region Overviews: France Travel Guide: Overview

Long considered a global center of art, science, philosophy and sophistication, France boasts incredible diversity in its offerings to travelers.
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Cambodia Travel Guide

Region Overviews: Cambodia Travel Guide: Overview

Cambodia has a rich history, as any visitor to the incredible temples of Angkor Wat can attest. Learn more about this incredible culture by reading our Cambodia Travel Guide.
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Irish Food: What to Know and to Eat

Food And Drink: Irish Food: What to Know and Eat

In recent years, Irish cuisine has undergone a bit of a renaissance as chefs across the nation—from Belfast to Cork and Dublin to Galway—experiment with new takes on traditional Irish dishes.
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Tuscany Farmhouse Countryside Italy

Travel Guides: Italy Travel Guide: Overview

In Southern Europe—right in the heart of the Mediterranean—lies a boot-shaped country stuffed to the brim with culture, history and fine cuisine.
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Cuba Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Cuba Travel Guide: Overview

From its architecture to its white-sand beaches and abandoned coffee plantations, a trip to Cuba is as rich in experience as it is in magic.
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What Do Locals Eat In Spain?

Food And Drink: Food to Eat in Spain

Eating is one of the greatest joys of traveling in Spain. Regional culinary specialties abound, so depending on where you are, there are always delicious things to try.
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Africa Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Africa Travel Guide: Overview

From its wildlife and untamed lands to its rich traditions and exciting, emerging future, Africa is a travel experience unlike anything else.
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Japan Travel Guide Overview

Region Overviews: Japan Travel Guide: Overview

From bubbling hot springs and white-sand beaches to ornate temples and metropolitan chaos, Japan is a land of almost mythic beauty and diversity.
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Food in Japan - What to Know and Eat

Travel Guides: Food in Japan - What to Know and Eat

Biking, hiking and wandering through Japan can certainly help you work up an appetite, and the flavors and nuances of Japanese cuisine (和食, washoku) are so culturally defining that one can gain a world of knowledge about the country and its people just by watching the way a bowl of ramen

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