Canada: It's Not Just For Fishing Anymore
During the winter months, our neighbor to the south draws the most attention from vacationing Americans. But our northerly neighbor, Canada, possesses many hidden hot spots of its own.

Five of the Top 100 Bird Watching Areas in the United States
An activity many consider a sport, bird watching, or birding as it is commonly known, is now the single largest hobby on the North American continent. Whether your passion for birds takes you into the backyard or out into the field, a complete field guide is a must-have on any outing.

Lyon: France's Best Kept Secret
Lyon, France, has long been known to sophisticated travelers as the culinary capital of France. It is now emerging as a "must-do" destination for a broader range of American travelers because of the many attractions it offers and its easy access from other popular destinations in France.

Make Family Vacations a Fun Tradition for Generation Upon Generation
With family life so busy these days, a little planning can reap big rewards in creating fun vacations that bring together not only the immediate family, but several generations at once, and for years to come!

Planning Ahead for Fun in the Sun
For many of today's nine-to-fivers, the prospect of a sunny summer weekend is the only thing that gets them through a grueling work week. But too often, the heat and humidity of the season can turn summer faire into harmful, even dangerous endeavors for unprepared weekend warriors.

Security Tips for Americans Traveling Abroad
With many Americans planning trips overseas, it is important to be prepared for the unexpected. Having a plan to handle medical and security problems before leaving is one way to reduce the odds that problems will occur.

The Jet Set Pet: Tips on Traveling Anywhere With Your Dog or Cat
A recent survey showed that 84 percent of dog and cat owners consider their pets as their children. With the deep affection that comes with caring for a pet, animal lovers in growing numbers are loathe to travel without them.

Tips for Taking the Edge Off Business Travel
Today's business travelers are wired in more ways than one. Plugged into voice mail and e-mail, hovered over laptops far into the night, business travelers have nowhere to hide from the pressures of work. Other stresses such as crowded highways, overbooked flights and unexplained delays can make just getting to a destination downright miserable.

Traveling Abroad: Can You Protect Your Health When Far from Home?
Less than 100 years ago, world travel was a rare treat reserved mostly for the wealthy. But as small as the world has become, there are still health concerns to be aware of when you travel abroad.