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Follow Favorite: Brad Tully

We're sure your friends' Instagram photos of their puppies are super cute, but Brad Tully's animal snaps are the next level. His Instagram feed is on a perpetual and incredible safari. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Editors on May 19, 2013 at 12:01:44 PM EDT Tagged: Social, Inspiration, Photography, Fodor's
10 Best Historic Bars in the US

Across the US, there are bars with long and infamous histories—Presidents have imbibed in some, ghosts still reside in a few, and writers have penned great works in others. Here are the 10 best. Read more

Posted on May 17, 2013 at 4:41:40 PM EDT
Top 10 Brag-Worthy Passport Stamps

You can't just tell people you're an intrepid traveler, you've got to prove it...with these ten totally brag-worthy passport stamps. Collect them all! Read more

Posted on May 16, 2013 at 4:41:38 PM EDT
Europe's Best Boutique Hotels for Under $250 Per Night

Looking for that perfect hotel for your European jaunt, but don't feel like emptying your wallet? Book one of these top chic-meets-affordable boutique hotels. Read more

Posted on May 15, 2013 at 4:50:33 PM EDT
20 Best Hotel Pools in the World

When the mercury rises, travelers love to know that a great (and even decadent) swimming pool awaits them. And while most hotels and resorts have a pool (or several), some are simply way cooler than others. Here are 20 top places to plunge...

Posted on May 08, 2013 at 11:05:17 AM EDT
Travel Tech: Favorite Photo Apps

Fancy yourself a pro smartphone photographer? Not without these apps. Take your vacation snaps and add filters, adjust contrast, crop, print, and more to make them look magnifique. Read more

Posted by Scott Tharler on April 16, 2013 at 6:49:57 PM EDT Tagged: Photography, Travel Tech, Tips, Apps
Meet Oscar the (Cutest Ever) Traveling Dog (PHOTOS)

Oscar's seen it all. From the Great Wall of China to Machu Picchu, he has traveled all over the world in the interests of both self-enrichment (sightseeing) and raising awareness of pet rescues. Read more

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on February 04, 2013 at 3:14:28 PM EST Tagged: Animals
Top 12 Things to Do in Switzerland

The birthplace of skiing offers travelers much more than slopes and chalets. From art to food to outdoor adventures, fall is a fantastic time to visit this small country, when airfare and hotels are less expensive, crowds are gone, and changing foliage is a colorful addition to lake and mountain vistas. By Jess Moss

Posted on January 27, 2013 at 12:00:00 AM EST
10 Great Scuba Diving Locations

Whether you want to explore shipwrecks or see coral of every color, scuba diving is a great way to experience the underwater world. We've picked our favorite places to take the plunge, where there's also plenty of things to do on dry land to make a great vacation. What's on your diving dream list? Share your best diving destinations in the comments. For more info and tips, see How to Plan Your Scuba Diving Trip.

Posted on January 26, 2013 at 12:00:00 AM EST
8 Best Apres Ski Resort Towns

While it's prime time for a winter wonderland getaway (no coincidence that January is Learn to Ski and Snowboard Month) winter-sports enthusiasts know that half the fun of an outdoor adventure is relaxing and warming up afterward, whether chatting by the fire with some cocoa or dancing and having a drink with friends. So in the spirit of the season, here are our favorite apres-ski hotspots. By Fodor's Editors...

Posted on January 25, 2013 at 12:00:00 AM EST