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6 Reasons to Visit Croatia This Summer

Croatia, with stunning scenery and a still-off-the-beaten-track vibe, is set to join the EU this summer, which will ease the way for more visitors. Go early to discover all the country has to offer.

Posted by Adam Hodge on April 12, 2013 at 11:32:05 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Summer
Cheap and Chic Beach Vacations

What could be better than a few days spent playing in the waves? Doing just that on the cheap, of course. These are our picks for chic beach getaways that are gentle on the wallet.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on October 29, 2012 at 12:08:45 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Beach Vacations, Beaches, Greece, Mexico, California, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic
Where to Go This Fall

Fall is the time for savvy travels, with slashed prices, fewer crowds, and cooler temps. Whether its far-flung (Croatia, South Africa) or close-by (Colorado, Miami), here are our top destinations this season.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on September 10, 2012 at 3:04:43 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Fall, South Africa, Colorado, Italy, Miami, Curacao
Best Swimsuits for Every Summer Destination

Make the most of swimsuit season with our top picks to flatter any body type. From itsy, bitsy triangle tops to retro styles, these suits are sure to turn heads.

Posted by Bee-Shyuan Chang on June 15, 2012 at 2:56:38 PM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Fashion, Summer, Spain, Brazil
Tip of the Week: Explore the culinary traditions of pilchard in Fazana, Croatia

Fishing in Fazana, a coastal Croatian town, dates back to the Middle Ages. Now the town hosts a slew of fantastic fishing festivals throughout the summer. Hey, if its good enough for Bourdain...

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on June 04, 2012 at 10:54:25 AM EDT in Travel Tips, Trip Ideas Tagged: Festivals
Travels to Season 2 and Beyond with Game of Thrones Creator George R. R. Martin

Fodor's caught up with George R.R. Martin, the grand storyteller behind HBO's award-winning series Game of Thrones, which returns for its hotly anticipated second season on April 1, at 9 pm. Here, he gives us a sneak peek at the film locations that represent his richly imagined Seven Kingdoms of Westeros, and more.

Posted by Erica Duecy on March 26, 2012 at 4:06:04 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: England, Malta, Iceland
Explore Our First-Ever "Best of Europe" Results

The results of our premier "Best of Europe" survey are in, and there are plenty of surprises, along with some predictable outcomes. As we expected, Fodorites are regular European travelers whose journeys take them far beyond the usual tourist track. Read on for more survey highlights.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on March 21, 2012 at 3:30:53 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Europe, France, Spain, Italy, Austria, Iceland, Family Travel, Food and Wine
Fodor's Go List: Top 21 Places to Go in 2012

Trying to figure out where to take your big vacation this year? We've got you covered. Our curated list of buzzy destinations, emerging hotspots, places that offer great values, and locales with upcoming noteworthy events, is sure to inspire you to book a trip—fast.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on January 11, 2012 at 9:47:12 AM EST in Trip Ideas, New at Fodor's Tagged: Italy, Hawaii, Oahu, Cuba, Budapest, Portugal, London
Dine like a local and save money by trying a burek in Croatia.

This local take on the sandwich is a local delicacy. Although Zagreb is not exactly overflowing with budget sandwich shops, traditional bakeries have long fulfilled that role for locals.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on June 16, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Europe,
Drink like a local in Croatia---raise a glass of rakija!

Get two Croatians together, and somebody's bound to introduce this distilled herbal or fruit spirit that makes up an important part of Croatian culture

Posted by Fodor's Editors on May 31, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Europe,