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10 Best Small Towns in America

In a time when "authentic" is a travel buzzword, its America's small towns that are drawing in visitors with great local culture, noteworthy cuisine, outdoor offerings, and a low key charm that big cities can't match.

Posted by Sandra Ramani on March 19, 2013 at 11:59:05 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Vermont, California, Washington, Montana, Wisconsin, Michigan, Massachusetts, Florida
The Luckiest Places on Earth

Feeling a little down on your luck? Was 2012 not your year? Check out our list of the luckiest places on earth, and maybe you'll turn your luck around in the new year.

Posted by Liz Behler on December 28, 2012 at 4:10:57 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Inspiration, Paris, China, Milan, Florence, Brussels, Nevada, Germany, Istanbul
5 Must-Visit Sculpture Parks in the US

Fall trips are for leaf-peeping, apple picking, and stopping to see modern sculptures in beautiful fields. (Duh.) These pinnacles of nature and art are some of America's most treasured outdoor exhibitions.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on September 27, 2012 at 5:37:31 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Arts & Culture Tagged: Art, Outdoors, New York, Florida, South Carolina
America's Best Roadside Attractions

No matter which way the road takes you, this country is filled with quirky, historic, and hilarious roadside stops. From circus museums to a giant T-Rex watching you golf, here are some of our favorites.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on July 16, 2012 at 3:04:27 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Family, Trip Ideas Tagged: Car Travel, Road Trips, United States, California, Arizona, Wisconsin, Museums, Tennessee,
New Ivy Hotel Adds to Chicago's Boutique Scene

Chicago's boutique-hotel boom continues with the newly opened Ivy Hotel. It caters an urban eco-chic crowd with Lexus hybrid cars to get from spot to spot and iPads for check-in.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on May 15, 2012 at 2:03:17 PM EDT in Hotels Tagged: Hotels, Chicago
Five Must-Go Classical and Jazz Music Festivals this Summer

Get those picnic baskets and bottles of wine out. It's time to hit the great outdoors for the annual bevy of summer music festivals that take the country by storm, from Tanglewood to the Hollywood Bowl.

Posted by Alyssa Kim on April 24, 2012 at 2:08:46 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Trip Ideas, Hotels Tagged: Houston, Texas, New York City, New York, Massachusetts, Los Angeles, California, Chicago, Festivals
Enjoy Free Concerts at Chicago's Millenium Park this Summer

There’s a lot to see AND hear at Chicago’s Millenium Park this summer.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on April 09, 2012 at 1:00:00 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Chicago
Save Up to 50% Off with Kimpton Chicago Hotel Deal

Chicago’s blustery winter weather is on the way out, which makes this killer offer even better. In honor of the city’s 175th birthday, all four of Kimpton’s Chicago hotels are offering discount rates for just $175/night for 175 days—plus party bags.

Posted by Stephanie Johnnidis on March 09, 2012 at 2:10:52 PM EST in Deals, Trip Ideas, Hotels Tagged: Chicago, Hotels, Deals
New Joie de Vivre Hotel to Open in Chicago

The Hotel Lincoln is on track for its scheduled early March opening date in one of Chicago's most popular neighborhoods, and will feature rooms with lakefront views, an all-season rooftop bar, and breakfast for guests from a popular, newly-opened restaurant on the hotel's ground floor.

Posted by Rachel Klein on February 01, 2012 at 9:07:59 AM EST in Hotels, News Tagged:
8 American Museum Shows to Travel for in 2012

Whether you're into painting, prints, photography, or fashion, major American museums from Los Angeles to Prouts Neck, Maine, are hosting exceptional art shows worth traveling for this year. We've picked the eight best, on now through the end of 2012, so you can plan ahead for art-filled weekend getaways from coast to coast.

Posted by Alyssa Kim on January 25, 2012 at 1:00:00 PM EST in Trip Ideas, Arts & Culture Tagged: California, San Francisco, New York City, Philadelphia, Chicago, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Maine, Art