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Guilin: China’s Fantasy Land

Guilin, China August 1, 2008

Sightseeing, Caving, Parks & Playgrounds, Outdoor Adventures, Family Travel

by Miranda Young

With its lakeside parks, karst limestone mountains and caves, this area of China takes on a fairy-tale air.

Cruising the Yangtze River

China July 31, 2008

Sightseeing, Boating, Family Travel, Cruises

by John Higham

If you plan to take a Yangtze River cruise, plan ahead and make sure the accommodations match your expectations.

10 Teen Vacation-Saving Strategies

July 30, 2008

Sightseeing, Family Travel

by Maria T. Olia

Our writer has three teens and a tween. Here are her tips for taking your too-cool teenagers on a family vacation that everyone can enjoy.

Sweet 16 Getaways

U.S. Virgin Islands, Green Lake, West Forks, Maine July 29, 2008

Arts and Entertainment, Spas, Rafting, Hiking, Swimming, Family Travel

by Laurie Bain Wilson

Celebrate your birthday girl’s Sweet 16 on a mini-vacation with family and friends.

Jade: The Imperial Stone: Jade is the quintessential stone of China, but buyer beware ... there's more to purchasing jade than finding an eye-catching piece. »
Travel Challenges in China: Navigating China can be tricky, not only with children but even for a travel pro. Learn how to handle the bumps along the way. »
Beijing’s Ancient and Modern Family-Friendly Attractions: Beijing sights offer cultural insights from old to new, from historical sites to futuristic Olympics venues. »
Exotic Costa Rican Adventures for the Entire Family: Costa Rica offers an exciting yet safe entrée into exotic ecotourism and soft adventure vacations, from coast to coast. »
Costa Rica’s Monteverde Cloud Forest Adventure: Walk in the clouds and volunteer at a nature school in Costa Rica’s tropical rainforests. »
Costa Rica’s Tortuguero Is Turtle Heaven: Tortuguero, on the Atlantic side of Costa Rica, provides a wealth of opportunities to see a variety of sea turtles and other jungle life. »

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Editor's Take

Let the Beijing Games Begin

August 1, 2008

by Donna M. Airoldi

Old meets new, East meets West in this ancient city that has been transforming itself for the XXIX Olympiad, just a week away.

Get in the Car and Go

July 31, 2008

by Amy L. Hatch

Tips for last-minute summer travel that won’t break the bank.

Last-Minute Summer Saver Deals

July 30, 2008

by Rebekah Tsadik

Planning a last-minute family vacation? Save now on stays in the Caribbean, Phuket, Colonial Williamsburg, on an Idaho yurt retreat, or receive airfare credits from Sandals Resorts.