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6 Dream Travel Jobs that Actually Exist

Traveling for work sounds glamorous but in reality is just airport delays and cold breakfast buffets. Not these jobs—they are dream jobs where travel (the good kind) is a main component.

Posted by Erin Gifford on May 10, 2013 at 4:31:29 PM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Travel Photography, Work, Voluntourism, Motorcycle
National Pet Day: Most Inspiring Four-Legged Travelers

Who says wanderlust is a strictly human affliction? Plenty of our four-legged friends feel the pull of adventure, and it's high time we honored the ones who inspire us to ditch our kibble and hit the road.

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on April 11, 2013 at 4:39:42 PM EDT in New at Fodor's, Family Tagged: Pet Travel,
National Pet Day: 5 Great Adventures for Pet Lovers

Leaving Fido at home? Don't have a Fido, but wish you did? Whatever your status, pairing up with a pet on the road can make for some thrilling adventures, from dog-sledding to swimming with pigs.

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on April 11, 2013 at 2:19:52 PM EDT in Outdoors Tagged: Pet Travel, Adventure Travel
National Pet Day: Cutest Resident Hotel Pets

Whether you travel for business or pleasure, sometimes it is the little extras that make you feel more at home. And one of our favorite hotel perks are adorable resident pet mascots, from dogs to ducks.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on April 11, 2013 at 11:58:53 AM EDT in Hotels Tagged: Hotels, Pet Travel
National Pet Day: Puppy-Approved Road Trips

To celebrate National Pet Day, we're letting our furry friends take over. The first order of business is convincing you, the traveler, to plan a pet-friendly road trip now that the weather's warming up. Here's plenty of inspiration.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on April 11, 2013 at 8:58:26 AM EDT in Family, Trip Ideas Tagged: Pet Travel, Road Trips
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.

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on February 04, 2013 at 3:14:28 PM EST in Photos
In Case You Missed It: Weekly Roundup

Missed a dose of Fodor's this week? We've got you covered with a roundup of the week's highlights. If you ask us, this weekend seems like the perfect time to catch up.

Posted by Elizabeth Lynch on January 26, 2013 at 1:00:00 PM EST in New at Fodor's Tagged: Expats, Bars, Shopping, Quotes, Celebrities, Cruises
World Festivals: Bikaner Camel Festival, India

One of the most fun ways we've found to immerse yourself in a new culture is to attend a local festival. And it doesn't get more colorful, fascinating, and unique than the Bikaner Camel Festival in India.

Posted by Anja Mutic on January 24, 2013 at 1:51:48 PM EST in Events Tagged: India, Festivals
Where to See Wild Animals in Vegas

And no, by "wild animals" we do not mean people watching on the Strip. Las Vegas' resorts are home to an array of exotic animals from sharks and dolphins to leopards and white lions.

Posted by Susan Stapleton on January 24, 2013 at 11:59:28 AM EST in Family Tagged: Las Vegas, Hotels, Resorts
Five Reasons to Visit Vieques

With sun, surf, sand, and, you know, manatees, Vieques has it all, whether you're a family or just a couple of lovebirds. Here are five reasons to visit this (relatively) hidden Caribbean hot spot.

Posted by Kathleen Squires on January 03, 2013 at 11:15:57 AM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Caribbean, Beaches, Beach Vacations, Family Travel, Romance, Dining, Food and Wine, Outdoors