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Fodor's Talks Top Beach Destinations on CBS This Morning

Fearless Fodor's leader and Executive Editorial Director Arabella Bowen shared her knowledge on CBS This Morning with the help of our 80 Degrees trip-matching tool.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on February 05, 2013 at 5:53:09 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Beach Vacations, Beaches, Mexico, Hawaii, Oahu, Florida, Tulum, Costa Rica
Just Back From: Punta Cana

If you think that Punta Cana is all sun-drenched beaches, massaged, and pina coladas, you're right. But there's a grittier side to Punta Cana that is equally as inviting.

Posted by Megan Eileen McDonough on January 27, 2013 at 10:51:26 AM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Punta Cana
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, Croatia, Mexico, California, Puerto Rico,
Eden Roc at Cap Cana to Open in Punta Cana

The words plush, perks, and pool make a really good combination, don't you think? The new Eden Roc at Cap Cana's got them in spades, plus a golf course, spa, and organic food.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on September 07, 2012 at 12:42:05 PM EDT in Hotels, News Tagged: Hotels, Punta Cana
Spring Travel Deals in the DR, Mexico, and Honduras

Avoid the typical and touristy spring break destinations by heading just outside the popular hubs. Instead of Punta Cana, try Barahona; skip Cabo and go for Todos Santos. These off-the-path retreats offer a refreshing spring break experience (sans college kids, crowds, and all-inclusive mega resorts) and are home to a few choice hotels—all three below are members of Small Luxury Hotels of the World and are offering packages that will save you 30 percent off spring travel.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on March 16, 2012 at 6:47:10 PM EDT in Deals, Hotels Tagged: Beach Deals, Beach Vacations, Beaches, Deals, Mexico
10 Top Kid-Friendly Hotels

The prospect of traveling with children can indeed seem daunting, sometimes so much so that the very idea of it keeps families from leaving home altogether. Rest assured, there's hope out there yet for your next kids-inclusive vacation, thanks to these 10 family-friendly hotels that offer plenty of fun for the kiddies, without skimping on the amenities for adults.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on February 14, 2012 at 11:42:40 AM EST in Hotels, Family Tagged: Hotels, Resorts, Family Travel, New York, Bahamas, Maui, Hawaii, Australia, Punta Cana, Phuket, Thailand, Aruba, Turks and Caicos, Vacation Tips, Vacation Tips
The Best Caribbean All-Inclusive Resorts for Any Travel Style

Today's best all-inclusives are far from interchangeable. Some cater to solo travelers while others provide a remote and luxurious retreat for couples. Still others are best for vacations with the kids. Whatever your idea of a perfect Caribbean escape, read on to find the perfect all-inclusive for you.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on February 06, 2012 at 7:39:59 PM EST in Hotels Tagged: Caribbean, Hotels, Riviera Maya, Tulum, Mexico, Punta Cana, Negril, Jamaica, Aruba, Turks and Caicos, Resorts, St Vincent and the Grenadines, St Lucia, All-Inclusive
Best New All-Inclusive Caribbean Resorts

All-inclusive resorts have reached a new level of luxury in the Caribbean, with services such as butlers who make spa and dinner reservations, and pool concierges who schlep cocktails and snacks to your floating chaise lounge.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 17, 2012 at 11:49:06 AM EST in Hotels Tagged: Caribbean, St Lucia
Top Caribbean All-Inclusive Deals

As winter temperatures on the mainland drop, there’s no better time to hit the Caribbean islands for a quick dose of warm sun and cool tropical cocktails.

Posted by Matt Villano on November 14, 2011 at 3:52:06 PM EST in Deals Tagged: Caribbean, Jamaica
The Caribbean's 10 Best Luxury All-Inclusive Resorts

If you're going to a Caribbean Island, the chances are good that you're looking for a way to take a break from daily life. To unplug, as it were, and reset. Fortunately, there's an easy way to achieve this most worthy goal: an all-inclusive resort, where you won't need to think about a thing once you arrive. And if you're looking for a touch of luxury? Well, the Caribbean's got that too. From James Bond hideouts to family-friendly retreats, these luxury properties are worth every penny.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on October 21, 2009 at 5:38:46 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Hotels Tagged: Caribbean, Antigua, Barbados, British Virgin Islands, Cayman Islands, Grenada, Grenadines, Turks and Caicos