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Six Must-See Small European Cities

Springtime always brings jaunts to Europe to the forefront of travel wishlists, but if you've hit the top spots (Paris, Rome, Barcelona), it's time to discover something new, like these six smaller cities.

Posted by Donna Heiderstadt on February 28, 2013 at 5:04:56 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Europe, Portugal, France, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland
What to Do in Barcelona with Kids

Just because this sensuous Mediterranean city epitomizes Catalonian cool doesn't mean it's unsuitable for traveling con niños.

Posted by Susan MacCallum-Whitcomb on February 19, 2013 at 3:14:07 PM EST in Family, Trip Ideas Tagged: Barcelona, Family Travel
Most Romantic Getaways for 2013

Dare we point out that Valentine's Day is (already) just a month away? Instead of the same ol' chocolate-and-flowers game, take a romantic getaway a deux to one of these sweet destinations.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on January 14, 2013 at 2:09:40 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Romance, Countryside, Namibia, England, Utah, California, Charleston, Mexico
DoubleTree by Hilton Opens First Hotel in Spain

With views of the Costa Brava and two golf courses, DoubleTree's first hotel in Spain offers guests the chance to enjoy the beaches and historic villages of Girona.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on December 28, 2012 at 11:48:42 AM EST in Hotels, News Tagged: Hotels, News
What it's Like: Christmas in Barcelona

Like the rest of Spain (and, really Europe), Barcelona lights up during the holidays with festive displays and tasty treats that abound. But there's one Catalan tradition that may surprise (and delight?) you.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on December 21, 2012 at 2:56:27 PM EST in Arts & Culture Tagged: Barcelona,
Get Tapas on the House in Granada, Spain

The practice of offering tapas on the house may be dwindling in other parts of Spain, but it's still going strong in Granada. It's as simple as ordering a drink first, but there are a few rules to doing it right.

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on August 06, 2012 at 9:40:06 AM EDT in Restaurants, Travel Tips Tagged: Food, Food and Wine
Best Day Trips from Barcelona

Barcelona is filled to the brim with things to see, do, and eat, but so are the towns that surround it. Get a stunning change of scenery on one of these choice day trips from the city.

Posted by Karina Martinez-Carter on July 25, 2012 at 11:04:13 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Barcelona
Spain's Must-See Castles

Isabella of Castile is an enormously significant figure in Spain's history, and her presence can be found in some of the country's most stunning castles. C.W. Gortner, author of The Queen's Vow gives us the perfect castle-filled itinerary.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on June 18, 2012 at 2:45:37 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Trip Ideas
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, Croatia, Brazil
Jumeirah Opens Luxe Resort in Mallorca, Spain

Luxury hotel group Jumeirah swung open the doors this week to their plush, new Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel and Spa set in Fodor's "Top 10 Places to Travel this Spring" pick, Mallorca, Spain.

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on April 28, 2012 at 12:30:16 PM EDT in Hotels, News Tagged: Hotels,