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• Crossing the Golden Gate Bridge? Better Plan Ahead
  April 3, 2013 2:35 pm
  Tolls have gone all-electronic, and that presents some challenges for visitors. read more
• Cherry Blossom Festivals Greet Spring
  March 25, 2013 2:28 pm
  Find the best spots to catch magnificent spring showings of cherry blossoms. read more
• World's Best Beaches Named by Travel Channel
  March 19, 2013 12:25 pm
  A new list highlights the best party beaches, family beaches, romantic beaches, and more. read more
• Lighting Up San Francisco and Washington, D.C.
  March 7, 2013 5:22 pm
  San Francisco turns one of its bridges into a light spectacle. And the Northern Lights come to Washington, D.C. read more
• Four Places to Get Behind Bars (No Mugshot Required)
  May 23, 2012 9:21 am
  Everyone's heard of Alcatraz, but there are many more prison tours beyond that tiny island off the coast of San Francisco. read more
• Motel 6: Seven-Night-Stay Discounts
  April 23, 2012 3:00 pm
  If you're going to be traveling for a week or longer, Motel 6 has discounts for extended trips. Savings are applied automatically when you make a reservation for seven nights or more. read more
• Travelodge: 20 Percent Off Best Available Rates
  April 25, 2012 8:00 am
  Book a stay for at least three consecutive nights at Travelodge and you will receive 20 percent off the best available rate at participating hotels. Breakfast is also included in your stay. read more
• Hampton Inn: Shop-and-Drop Packages
  May 3, 2012 9:26 am
  Need a shopping break? Hampton Inn's Shop-and-Drop Package includes accommodations for up to four people, a coupon book for a local mall/outlet or gift certificate to a nearby store, and hot breakfast per person. read more
• Travelodge: Discounts for Seniors, Auto Club Members, More
  May 2, 2012 11:15 pm
  Travelodge offers 10 percent discounts to members of Auto Clubs within the U.S. and Canada. AARP members can request 20 percent off. Government employees, corporate travelers, and guests 60 and older are also eligible for discounts. read more
• Hampton Inn: 10 Percent Off for AARP Members
  March 20, 2012 1:03 pm
  AARP members can request an additional 10 percent off their room rate at select Hampton Inns. All guests also receive a free hot breakfast each day with their stay. read more
• Hampton Inn: Family Fun with Attractions Tickets
  March 20, 2012 1:11 pm
  If you're taking the whole family on your next trip, book Hampton's Family Getaway package for added fun. The package includes two tickets to a local area attraction along with free breakfast. read more
• Hampton Inn: Champagne, Chocolates, More
  April 25, 2012 7:52 am
  Celebrate an anniversary or just a weekend away with a romantic escape at a participating Hampton Inn. Packages include sparkling wine, fresh flowers, and more. read more
• Hampton Inn: Free Parking, Breakfast, More
  April 24, 2012 11:10 pm
  Hampton's package caters to cruise travelers or for those not wanting to pay to park at the airport. read more
• Howard Johnson: Discounts for AARP, Auto Club Members, More
  April 23, 2012 2:57 pm
  Depending on your membership or demographic, you may qualify for a discount at select Howard Johnson hotels. Get up to 20 percent off your room rate. read more
• Motel 6: Extended-Stay Discounts
  April 23, 2012 2:58 pm
  If you're looking for accommodations for a longer period of time, Studio 6 offers rooms for extended stays. Weekly rates start at $199; monthly rates are available from $699. read more
• Motel 6: Senior Discounts
  April 23, 2012 2:59 pm
  For guests 60 and older, Motel 6 offers a 10 percent senior discount. If you're traveling with grandkids ages 18 or younger, they can stay free when sharing your room. read more
• Starwood Hotels: 40 Percent Off Your Second Night's Stay
  April 18, 2012 7:56 am
  Starwood's Better Tomorrows promotion allows you to receive 40 percent off your next night for each night you pay the regular rate. read more
• Sofitel: Best Rate Guarantee
  April 13, 2012 8:40 am
  If you find a better price on another website within 24 hours of making your reservation, you can request that cheaper rate plus an extra 10 percent off. read more
• Sofitel Hotels: Romantic Getaways Await
  April 12, 2012 8:42 am
  With this package you'll get a bottle of sparkling wine, chocolate or flowers, complimentary in-room breakfast, and a late-check out of 4 p.m. read more
• W Hotels: Free Parking and Cocktails
  April 12, 2012 8:38 am
  Book the Play package at participating W hotels and receive two cocktails and daily parking with your stay. This offer is valid on stays through December 31, 2012. Advance reservations are required. read more
• Sofitel Hotels: Free Breakfast with Your Stay
  April 12, 2012 8:43 am
  In addition to your accommodations, you'll receive complimentary breakfast at the hotel restaurant. read more
• Sofitel Hotels: Discounts, Perks for Families
  April 13, 2012 8:41 am
  The Magnifique Family package at Sofitel Hotels offers 50 percent off a second room for your children, plus a late 4 p.m. check-out and complimentary breakfast for the kids. read more
• Sofitel Hotels: Business Traveler Perks
  April 13, 2012 8:41 am
  Traveling for business? Book the Business @ Sofitel package at select Sofitel Hotels and receive complimentary breakfast and free in-room Internet access. read more
• Hilton: Free Breakfast and Low Rates
  April 13, 2012 8:29 am
  Enjoy free breakfast with your Hilton stay with the Bed & Breakfast Promotion. read more
• Omni Hotels: 15 Percent Off Regular Rates
  April 13, 2012 8:38 am
  Save 15 percent off regular rates at select destinations through December 30. read more
• Crowne Plaza Hotels: Honeymoon Savings
  April 12, 2012 8:30 am
  Book your wedding celebration at any Crowne Plaza property in the U.S. or Canada, spend $5,000 or more, and you'll receive a prepaid lodging card worth up to $1,250. read more
• Crowne Plaza Hotels: Wake Up to Breakfast
  April 12, 2012 8:32 am
  Wake up to pancakes, eggs, sausage, fresh fruit, and yogurt when you book the Best Flex with Breakfast rate. read more
• Radisson: Free In-Room Breakfast for Up to Four People
  April 11, 2012 10:04 am
  Like room service? You'll like it even better when it's free. Receive breakfast for up to four people, free Internet access, and a weekday morning paper. read more
• Sofitel Hotels: Stay Seven Nights, Pay for Five
  April 11, 2012 8:22 am
  In addition to receiving seven nights for the price of five, you'll have access to the hotel's spa, as well as on-site sports and recreation programs. read more
• Homewood Suites: 10 Percent Discount for Senior Guests
  April 9, 2012 9:07 am
  For guests ages 50 years and older, Homewood Suites offers 10 percent off the best available rates. read more
• The 10 Funniest Small Town Names in America
  April 11, 2010 12:00 am
  Hell, Cool, Carefree, Intercourse. What? read more
• Our Readers' Best Travel Photos
  December 21, 2009 11:21 am
  The votes are in, and here are your best travel photos! read more
• World's Scariest Haunted Hotels
  October 31, 2009 12:00 am
  Meet the spirited guests of the world's most haunted hotels. read more
• Top 10 Fall Foliage Drives Around the U.S.
  September 18, 2009 12:00 am
  Buckle up for the greatest colorful drives around the country. Here are our top picks for routes that not only highlight fall colors, but also emphasize the season's bounty. read more
• Ten Great Theme Parks and How to Save
  May 29, 2009 12:00 am
  Plan a thrilling summer vacation without going broke. read more
• Affordable Spas at Home and Abroad
  September 15, 2008 12:00 am
  Not all spa vacations mean you have to drain your stress and your wallet. From New Orleans to Bali, Quebec to Indonesia, here are 10 possibilities that promise bliss for less. read more
• See the Icons of America for Less
  July 14, 2008 12:00 am
  It's a testament to "free"dom that many of the country's most iconic attractions cost little or absolutely nothing to visit. read more
• Ten of America's Favorite Theme Parks and Ways to Save
  May 12, 2008 12:00 am
  With summer right around the corner, now is the time to plan a trip the whole family can enjoy. Here are 10 theme parks that will make the long days of summer melt into your memory forever. read more
• Top 10 Green Destinations
  April 14, 2008 12:00 am
  Find out which places make the grade and why. read more
• SmarterTravel Editors' Favorite Places of 2007
  December 27, 2007 12:01 am
  Come with us as we revisit our favorite places from 2007. From Woodstock to Dubai, we've traveled around the globe, and here's what we discovered along the way. read more
• Shopping Extravaganza: Black Friday Across the U.S.
  November 21, 2007 12:00 am
  Gargantuan malls, cozy Christmas markets, and holiday bazaars—all will be open for business this Friday, November 23, the biggest shopping day of the year. Check out these possibilities around the country to start your holiday shopping. read more
• Ten Wild Adventure Sports You've Got to Try
  October 8, 2007 12:00 am
  Here's a look at some of world's more recent extreme adventure sports, and where you can go to try them out for yourself. read more
• Top 10 Hot Air Balloon Destinations
  October 3, 2007 12:00 am
  Around the U.S. and in Canada, annual festivals are dedicated to colorful hot air balloons, a delight to adults and children alike. read more
• The Best End-of-Summer Destinations
  August 20, 2007 10:41 am
  This gallery showcases readers' photos of sun-soaked canyons, icy glacial waters, a unique view of the Eiffel Tower, and much more. read more
• The Best North American Food Festivals
  June 20, 2007 12:00 am
  Your visual guide to gourmet gatherings from coast to coast. read more
• The Country's Quirkiest Roadside Attractions
  May 29, 2007 1:00 pm
  How can you find an elephant, a palace made of corn, and a gigantic donut, all on U.S. roads? Take a peek at our latest photo essay to find out. read more
• Visiting America's Grand Old Summertime Resorts
  May 16, 2007 12:00 am
  Icons of the old-fashioned summer vacation, many turn-of-the-century resorts still entice travelers today with their grand architecture, atmospheres of opulence, and storied histories. Here's a tour of some of the country's most notable grand old resorts, along with tips for how to save on stays. read more
• Save at Top Theme Parks This Summer
  May 14, 2007 12:00 am
  Rising gas prices and expensive park entrance fees can discourage even the most enthusiastic of theme park travelers. However, there are several ways you can cut costs at some of the top theme parks in the country without cutting corners on a great vacation. read more
• Ten state parks you can't miss
  May 3, 2007 12:00 am
  Visiting National Parks tops many travelers' summer vacation plans, but there are hundreds of state parks worth exploring, too. The scenery and cultural and ecological assets of many state parks more than stand up to national park standards. read more
• Road-tripping on California's Pacific Coast Highway
  April 12, 2007 12:00 am
  With spring temperatures, blooming landscapes, and less traffic, April is the perfect time to explore the Pacific Coast Highway. read more
• National Park summer savings tips
  April 1, 2007 8:57 pm
  Save a few bucks at the most popular U.S. parks. read more
• The Southwest parks' best season
  March 29, 2007 9:01 am
  Spring is the perfect time to visit the parks of the Southwest. read more
• Our top romantic destinations
  February 8, 2007 11:50 am
  See SmarterTravel's picks for the ultimate romantic escapes, from sun-soaked beaches to mountain hideaways. read more

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