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5 Affordable (and 2 Splurge-Worthy) Girlfriend Getaways

Whether it's a bachelorette party or a gaggle of girls who are looking to get away, we've got just the spot. From boutique-meets-outdoors Jamaica to charming, cool Montreal, this is where to book now.

Posted by Trish Friesen on March 04, 2013 at 3:00:20 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Austin, Australia, Dubai, Montreal, Jamaica, Hawaii
Long Weekend in Hawaii...from the East Coast

Think a long weekend in Hawaii is an impossibility for East Coasters? Think again. With direct (and affordable) flights from NYC, four days in Oahu is easier than you think. Next stop, paradise.

Posted by Jess Moss on March 01, 2013 at 2:13:57 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Hawaii
Best Golf Tournaments to Travel for in 2013

From the LPGA in sunny Oahu to the PGA championship in rustic Rochester, New York, here's our cheat sheet for the year's best tournaments - and what to do when you're not on the course.

Posted by Elizabeth Lynch on February 17, 2013 at 10:41:29 AM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Golf, Pennsylvania, New York, Scotland, Hawaii,
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, Dominican Republic, Hawaii, Florida, Tulum, Costa Rica
7 Top Triathlons in Vacation-Worthy U.S. Destinations

With warmer weather on its way (read: skimpier clothing both in the city and on the beach), motivate your fitness routine by signing up for a triathlon. Here, we’ve rounded up seven great triathlons in vacation-worthy destinations across the United States.

Posted by Bee-Shyuan Chang on March 29, 2012 at 2:49:20 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Trip Ideas Tagged: Maine, Austin, Texas, Utah, Colorado, Malibu, California
Top 8 Destinations in Oscar-Nominated Films

A really good film will take you places, sending you not just on an emotional or intellectual journey, but also transporting you to the film’s locale, thanks to its strong sense of place. From this year’s list of Academy Award-nominated films, travel takes a front-seat view, transporting you from the Hawaiian tropics to small-town Mississippi, and from exotic Bangkok to the old train stations of Paris and London. Read on for a roundup of some of this year's most transporting film locations.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on February 20, 2012 at 3:31:12 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Hawaii, Paris, France, Kauai, Mississippi, Los Angeles, California, Bangkok, Thailand, London, England, Stockholm
5 Best New Places to Eat on Oahu

One of our top buzzy destinations for 2012, Oahu never lacks for a consistent crop of new and interesting eateries to try, serving everything from inventive tapas, to Asian comfort food, to sweets that burst with tropical flavor.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 23, 2012 at 10:03:34 AM EST in Restaurants, Trip Ideas Tagged: Hawaii, Restaurants
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, Cuba, Croatia, Budapest, Portugal, London
Hawaii's 5 Best Clothing Boutiques

Boutiques in Oahu, Kauai, and Maui are dedicating ample rack space to the best pieces from local designers. Whether searching for a strappy evening dress or a sleek swimsuit, we've got your shopping needs covered with a curated list of places to hit.

Posted by Bee-Shyuan Chang on December 26, 2011 at 1:15:35 PM EST in Trip Ideas, Shopping Tagged: Hawaii, Maui,
Oahu's Ala Moana Eating Guide

Ala Moana Center—Hawaii's largest shopping center and one of the largest outdoor shopping centers in the world—is a dining mecca, with nearly 90 cafés, restaurants, and sweet shops. Our local correspondent knows the best places to dine, and shares her top picks.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on December 01, 2011 at 12:07:50 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Hawaii