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5 Best Beauty Products for the Beach

The whole point of a beach vacay is to bask in the sun's rays completely carefree. But before you get too laissez-faire, pack these 5 essentials so you can look good doing it, too. Read more

Posted by Alene Dawson on March 21, 2013 at 11:08:56 AM EDT Tagged: Beauty, Beaches, Tips
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We agree with Hemingway on this one—sometimes (or most times) it's the journey that matters more and is more memorable than the end itself. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Editors on March 19, 2013 at 8:58:50 AM EDT Tagged: Quotes, Inspiration, Fodor's
Tips from the Jet Set: Make Economy Feel Like First Class

Whether you've enjoyed the pleasures of first class before or not, flying coach just doesn't compare. Take a stand—make economy class a little more plush with these hard-won tips. Read more

Posted by Pepita Diamand on March 12, 2013 at 3:02:24 PM EDT Tagged: Tips, Air Travel
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One of the most fascinating parts of travel is that we all see (and remember) the same sights and places and things differently. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Editors on March 12, 2013 at 11:08:19 AM EDT Tagged: Inspiration, Quotes
Splurge vs Save: Amsterdam

Amsterdam is a city where high and low are happy neighbors, making it easy for all travelers to hop on a bicycle, taste delicious Dutch cheeses, picnic by the canals, and soak in some culture. Read more

Posted by Jessica Colley on March 07, 2013 at 5:06:16 PM EST Tagged: Amsterdam, Money Matters, Tips, The Netherlands
Tips (and Apps) for Booking a Last Minute Trip

It gets us every time—March arrives, but warm weather is still weeks away. Before you hitch yourself onto a Spring Break trip, take our tips for booking a cheap (and easy) last-minute getaway. Read more

Posted by Trish Friesen on March 07, 2013 at 1:00:13 PM EST Tagged: Tips, Last Minute, Apps
10 Healthy Hotel Hygiene Habits

Ah, the joys of a freshly cleaned hotel room... neatly tucked sheets, sparkling clean drinking glass. Well. We don't mean to be doom-seekers, but all is not always as it seems. Read more

Posted by Trish Friesen on March 06, 2013 at 3:07:04 PM EST Tagged: Tips
How to Do South By Southwest

Think all you need to do SXSW is a ticket to Austin and a hotel room? Think again. Winging it is ill-advised mostly because it means you'll miss some of the best stuff. Read more

Posted by Courtney L. Williams on March 06, 2013 at 1:08:11 PM EST Tagged: Austin, Texas, Festivals, Events
What to Pack: Costa Rica

Surf, sand, and low key vibes draw visitors to Costa Rica on a pretty continual basis. Add on great food and low prices, and you've turned us into believers. Are you ready to go? Here's what to pack. Read more

Posted by Bee-Shyuan Chang on March 05, 2013 at 4:50:09 PM EST Tagged: Costa Rica, Style, Packing, Clothing, What to Wear
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They say seeing is believing, but it's also understanding. You'll find that your capacity to know and love will grow once you set out for new sights across the world. Read more

Posted by Fodor's Editors on March 05, 2013 at 8:55:55 AM EST Tagged: Inspiration, Quotes