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UNESCO World Heritage Site #244: City of Vicenza and the Palladian Villas of the Veneto
From the World Heritage inscription: Vicenza represents a unique artistic achievement in the many architectural contributions from Andrea Palladio integrated within its historic fabric and creating its overall character. Through itsShow More Summary
Australia's 2013 Great Victorian Bike Ride Heads Down The Ocean Road
Great Victoran Bike Ride
We've noted before just how popular cycling holidays have become in recent years as active and adventurous travelers look for new ways to explore their favorite destinations. Few of those holidays can rival Australia's...Show More Summary
Family Vacation Ideas: Rent a Beach House Big Enough for Everyone
For a big family vacation, Condé Nast Traveler fashion assistant Mara Balagatas recommends renting a big beach house on the Jersey Shore. Her family heads to Avalon, N.J. each summer.
Tablet use soars among U.S. airline passengers
Passengers are increasingly relying on their tablets for entertainment and work on flights.
Looking beyond star ratings for excellent, quality accommodation
“Stars are not a secure way to find the perfect hotel.” After reading this sentence in an American novel, uttered by a famous globetrotter, a smart travel agent would realise that the success of a good trip is the experience you have, and that stars are no longer a secure system to sleep in a [...]Show More Summary
Planning an Award Ticket a Year Out? Here’s When Airlines Load Their Schedules
There’s a persistent myth that the best time to book an award ticket is instantly when an airline’s schedule opens — and that the time is 12:01am exactly 330 days prior to travel. But this isn’t quite right on two levels. Different airlines publish their schedules at different times Different airlines load award seats at [...]Show More Summary
High-Tech Gifts for Father’s Day
A great selection of high-tech items are available that are sure to satisfy any dad this Father’s Day. From an all-in-one analog audio system to stylish audiophile-grade headphones to top-of-the-line TVs, here are some of the hottest...Show More Summary
Netherlands Travel: A Brief Guide to Utrecht (It's More than a Mini Amsterdam)
Utrecht is sometimes called Holland's mini-Amsterdam. But the small Dutch city has an attitude all its own.
Would You Wear Flip Flops Made from Old Tires? Here's Why You Should
Tire sandals are a footwear staple in Ethiopia because of the durable, recycled rubber soles. But they've also become a popular souvenir for tourists. Our Middle East correspondent Susan Hack explains.
Where to Find the Best Malt Whisky in London: Behind a Secret Door in Soho
London's best whisky lies behind a secret door in Soho: the Soho Whisky Club. It keeps stock of hundreds of types of whisky and Scotch, including many extremely rare single malts. Here's how to find the place.
Family Vacation Ideas: Why Ireland Is Perfect for a Multigenerational Trip
Ireland's go-as-you-please attitude makes it perfect for a family vacation with two or even three generations says Condé Nast Traveler deputy editor Kevin Doyle.
A Luxury Desert Hotel in Abu Dhabi: Behind the Scenes of Our June Cover
Abu Dhabi’s Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort—the setting for the Condé Nast Traveler June cover—provides luxury accommodations, plus the chance to ride camels, take desert walks, or hang by the pool.
View and Volcano – Santorini, Greece – Daily Photo
I thought this photo showed some of the best and worst of Santorini. It is a very beautiful island as this view of the main city of Fira shows. But… that volcano [...] The post View and Volcano – Santorini, Greece – Daily Photo appeared first on Amateur Traveler Travel Podcast.
Update from Orlando
By Robert Niles: ORLANDO -- I'm in Central Florida this week, mostly cover the opening of Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin at SeaWorld, but I'll be stopping by Walt Disney World during my visit as well (and maybe Universal Orlando -- see below). Show More Summary
American ending “soft landings” for elite status as of next year
For a long time American has had a generous unpublished policy whereby you get a “soft landing” of elite status if you don’t requalify for status. Through these soft landings you could never drop more than one elite tier per year. In other words, if you’re Executive Platinum and don’t do any flying, you’d still [...]Show More Summary
Stop Hating on the IRS
As Apple CEO Tim Cook deftly parried attacks on his company for avoiding paying billions in taxes before Congress Tuesday, we could be forgiven for heaving a collective sigh, part resignation and part resentment. Of course the big fish get away with tax shenanigans that the rest of us don’t. Show More Summary
Steve Jobs’ Dream Device Has Arrived
Just before he died, Steve Jobs told his biographer Walter Isaacson about his dream for revolutionizing television. His fantasy device would control all the many doodads that crowd your living room—DVRs, game consoles, Blu-ray players—and would connect to the vast world of entertainment available online. Show More Summary
Just Say Yes: 5 Lessons Gained from My First Yoga Retreat. ~ Michelle White
I debated. Bali is a long way to travel from Los Angeles for just a week, I had never been to Asia, the flight would be the longest I’d ever taken and I didn’t have any extra time off work for further exploration. But a quick trip was better than none, and I was looking forward to a dedicated week of daily yoga, eating healthy and relaxation...
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Photo Of The Day: Riding In The Rain
jrodmanjr, Flickr
After a protracted, freezing and rainy spring, summer finally hit Shanghai a few weeks ago. Prior to the sun breaching the clouds (if not always the smog), the streets were full of the poncho-wearing cyclists like the two in this shot by Flickr user jrodmanjr. Show More Summary
