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Moms and Daughters Bond with Spa Time
by Eileen Ogintz
Despite the economy, spa programs aimed at teenagers and girls are flourishing. Eileen Ogintz explores some of places that provide opportunities for moms and daughters to bond.
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Resources for Traveling Women
by Ed Perkins
Women who travel with other women or alone are becoming a larger part of the industry. Ed Perkins tracks down online resources for these fearless females.
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A Girls' Getaway For Less Than $500
by The Deal Detective, SmarterTravel.com Staff
The Deal Detective helps put together a girls' getaway based on specific criteria, and shows you how to plan one yourself.
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Women Travel Planners Share Their Secrets
by Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Staff
We recently asked you to share your best travel-planning strategies, and girl, did you deliver. We culled the best tips to help you plan your next vacation.
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Five Ways to Celebrate Your Independence in Style
by Kate Hamman, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Go solo this summer by taking a class, a tour, or a hike.
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Jamaica Vacations From $395, Plus Aruba, Costa Rica, More*
by The Deal Detective, SmarterTravel.com Staff
The Deal Detective helps a reader plan a worry-free vacation to Jamaica and other beach-friendly destinations where deals abound.
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Which Mexico Destination Is Right for You?
by Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Choosing the best location for your ideal Mexico vacation may seem overwhelming. We've done the research for you, and compiled the best locales for all types of travelers.
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A Guilt-Free Vacation Just for the Girls
by Eileen Ogintz
This winter, you're bound to find something affordable, especially when splitting a room and costs. The key is to find someplace you wouldn't want to go with your entire gang.
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Holiday Travel Bargains? It's a Christmas Miracle!
by The Deal Detective, SmarterTravel.com Staff
The Deal Detective helps readers with holiday travel in the U.S. and Canada. Part one of a two-part series.
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Ten Fabulous Female-Friendly Destinations
by Molly Feltner, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Some places really make it easy for women to let their hair down and be active, sightsee, or just relax without feeling intimidated or limited.
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Affordable Spas at Home and Abroad
by Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Staff
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.
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Europe on the Cheap (Yes, Really!)
by The Deal Detective, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Conventional wisdom says Europe is going to be more expensive than ever this summer, but these summer trips prove Europe is still affordable.
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Making Your Machu Picchu Dream a Reality
by The Deal Detective, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Our expert deal finder helps two readers learn when to go and how to see the Lost City of the Incas on short money. Plus: The perfect Machu Picchu trip for non-hikers.
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Women Travel Writers' Favorite Destinations
by Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Where do the women you love to read love to go? We asked some of our favorite women travel writers about their top destinations, and their recommendations may inspire your next trip.
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Ten Quick, Affordable U.S. Vacations for Women
by Molly Feltner, SmarterTravel.com Staff
There are plenty of short, affordable women-only tours in the U.S. that promise empowerment, relaxation, and adventure for a fraction of the cost and time other, more far-flung women-only trips require.
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Is a Women-Only Trip Right for You?
Posted: January 14, 2008 by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Find out in an interview with travel expert April Merenda. 
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Finding help at the airport
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
This anecdote-packed article draws attention to just how helpful those volunteer-staffed booths at airports and train and bus stations can be.
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Major tour company waives single supplement on select trips
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Tour company Tauck has announced dates for cruises and tours that will have reduced or waived single-occupancy surcharges. This means better rates and more individual travelers.
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Ski clinics go women-only
by Eileen Ogintz
Women's ski and snowboard clinics are now offered at large and small resorts across the country.
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Five of the best destinations for women
by Jessica Labrencis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
We've all heard reports of women being harassed or otherwise harmed while traveling alone, which can make even the most intrepid traveler hesitate. But, women can feel safe exploring these five destinations.
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Girls' Getaways Debunked
by Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Marketers are increasingly putting together pre-planned "girls' getaways," with focuses ranging from spas to adventure outings, and often they're ridiculously overpriced. Here's how to make sure you and your friends are getting a good deal.
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Ten empowering women-only vacations
by Molly Feltner, SmarterTravel.com Staff
A growing number of women have discovered the joy of women-only vacations, a travel trend that's been strengthening since the early 90s. Here are 10 tour operators and women-only trips that can empower and rejuvenate female travelers.
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The Best End-of-Summer Destinations
by Zak Patten, SmarterTravel.com Staff
This gallery showcases readers' photos of sun-soaked canyons, icy glacial waters, a unique view of the Eiffel Tower, and much more.
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TSA rolls back bans on cigarette lighters, breast milk
by Zak Patten, SmarterTravel.com Staff
According to the TSA, repealing the prohibition is "a common sense, risk-based security decision," which will allow inspectors to find more dangerous items like explosives.
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The happiest adventure destination on earth
by Molly Feltner, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Sometimes referred to by the locals as an "ecotopia," Byron Bay is a haven for adventure and eco-travelers, with surfing, sea kayaking, whale watching, horseback riding, and hang-gliding just a few of the options available.
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How to cut costs when you're traveling solo
by Molly Feltner, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Traveling alone can be expensive, but there are ways to save. A growing number of travel companies are trying to please single consumers by making traveling solo easier and less expensive.
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Top 10 safety tips for solo travelers
by Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Don't be caught unawares. If you're planning to travel on your own, these top strategies can ensure a safe vacation.
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Photo Gallery: Top New England Beaches
by Zak Patten, SmarterTravel.com Staff
New England, with its picturesque colonial villages and maritime history, is replete with countless beaches. And though water temperatures are chilly, the region's beach destinations present something for everyone.
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American's website for women ... and men, too?
by Ed Perkins
American has launched a special website just for women travelers, including a mix of tips, resources, and deals.
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Rediscovering Machu Picchu and myself on the Inca Trail
by Molly Feltner, SmarterTravel.com Staff
After a serious illness and painful recovery, Associate Editor Molly Feltner looks to travel and a trek along Peru's Inca Trail for rejuvenation.
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The best (and worst) destinations for women worldwide
by Jessica Labrencis and RaeJean Stokes, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Some destinations are safer than others. We tell you where you can feel safe, and where you should use extra caution.
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How to plan an affordable girls' weekend getaway
by Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Staff
These tips will help you put together an affordable girls' getaway, with an emphasis on savings strategies and customizing a unique itinerary for your experience.
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Mother-daughter travel creates lasting memories
by Erica Silverstein, SmarterTravel.com Staff
When you travel with women of differing ages, you have the advantage of getting different perspectives on the place you're visiting. Plus, you create some of your best memories of the women who play such a big role in your life.
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Ten tips for women traveling alone
by Christine Sarkis, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Many women who have traveled alone describe an incredible sense of freedom and possibility. But there are also the challenges, ranging from loneliness to safety, making solo travel daunting enough that many women never attempt it.
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The top women-only vacations for adventurous gals of all ages
by Molly Feltner, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Women-only travel is a growing trend. Find out why you should consider a women-only trip and who the top providers are.
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Enjoy rugged relaxation at adventure spas
by Sarah Pascarella, SmarterTravel.com Staff
Hiking, biking, rock climbing. Gourmet cuisine and fine wines. Facials, massages, and pedicures. These elements and more can be found at an adventure spa, and we've offered tips on how to enjoy one affordably.
