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Journeys | Viterbo, Italy
Wild Spas: The Divine Therapy
Wild Spas: The Divine Therapy
Chris Warde-Jones for The New York Times
Bulicame is one of the natural sulfur springs that dot the province of Viterbo, near Rome. They were discovered by the Romans in the fourth century B.C.

The steamy sulfur springs north of Rome may be out of Dante’s “Inferno,” but locals and pleasure-seekers find them refreshing.

Day Out | Baltimore
Cold Yuengling, Fresh Oysters
Cold Yuengling, Fresh Oysters
Jorge Colombo

What was derelict is now one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods, with water taxi service connecting it with the hotels and shops of the Inner Harbor.

Next Stop | Quebec City
400 Candles, and a Yearlong Blowout
400 Candles, and a Yearlong Blowout
Christinne Muschi for The New York Times
Next year, Quebec City will celebrate the 400th anniversary of its founding by Samuel de Champlain.

Despite its 400-year-old history, Quebec has a new crop of artists and entrepreneurs that are imbuing it with a youthful energy and spirit.

Heads Up | Paris
The City of Light, as Seen From a Glittering Perch
The City of Light, as Seen From a Glittering Perch
Ed Alcock for The New York Times
In the summer, the Eiffel Tower is open until 12:45 a.m., and once an hour its own lights fire off.

At night, there is a seductive magic to the glittering spectacle of Paris, especially at 377 feet above the city atop the Eiffel Tower.

For the Pilgrim on a Budget, the Vatican Has Air Charters

The Vatican introduced a low-cost airline that will fly Catholic pilgrims from Italy to religious destinations around the world.

Weekend in New York | Food Tours
Their Itinerary Is Your Menu

A food tour is a way to participate in, and not just observe, life in New York City. And with the right guide, it can be almost exhilarating.

It’s Bird Eat Bird in a Cluttered Sky

Airlines trot out a new villain in air travel: the private jet.

Losing Your Shirt, but Not in the Casino

An upgraded Las Vegas pool scene helps put the sin back in Sin City.

Footsteps | Pueblos of New Mexico
Entering the World

This will help plan your next step into the world of travel. Take this survey to find out where you will enjoy your stay the most.

Spain’s Quiet Corner

Galicia is poised for rediscovery, especially now that a filmmaker intent on reviving the wine heritage of the Ribeiro is here.

Practical Traveler | European Travel
Euro Pinchers Chime In With Some Tips

Readers share 10 new suggestions to beat the euro while on vacation abroad.

Outward Bound, Looking In

A time-tested self-discovery course takes combat veterans into the Colorado mountains to help heal emotional scars.

36 Hours in Ottawa

Beneath Ottawa’s buttoned-up, civil-servant demeanor lies a surprisingly vibrant community, with enough green space to satisfy the most hyperactive of travelers.

A Bit of Paradise on Island No. 999

Word has gotten out about the majestic scenery and still affordable second homes in the Thousand Islands, bringing buyers from around the United States.

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Thousand Islands real estate is hot, Outward Bound helps vets transition home, hummingbird festivals, kayaking between Maine inns and more.

Travel Q&A Blog

The best times to visit the volcanoes on Hawaii’s Big Island.

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Outward Bound, Looking In

Seven war veterans seek peace and understanding on a five-day Outward Bound course in Colorado.

Why We Travel

"I was probably thinking more about technical stuff than the beauty of it, like ‘Is it going to be too hazy?’"

José Luis Cuerda's Galicia

The Spanish director bought a crumbling bodega and opened a small winery here after directing two films in the region.

Weekend in Ottawa

The unlikely Canadian capital is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year.

Old Charm, New Life in Quebec City

Set to celebrate its 400th anniversary, the city oozes Old World Gallic charm.

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Foraging
Pawleys Island, S.C.: The Original Hammock Shop

On Pawleys Island, S.C., you can take home a rope hammock made the same way they’ve been made for more than 100 years.

Check In, Check Out
Stamford, Conn.: Chesterfield Inn at Shippan Point

This three-month-old inn is a rare example of a preservation success story in a town better known for boxy 1980s office towers and corporate chain hotels.

Comings and Goings
We Who Are on Vacation in Rome Salute You

The Rome Cavalieri Hilton has joined with the Roman Historical Society to offer a gladiator training program.

Frugal Traveler: American Road Trip

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The Frugal Traveler took a 12-week journey from New York City to Seattle. Read about his trip with an interactive map, weekly videos, stories and comments here.

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Summer 2007

A look at must-see destinations (and must-have accessories) for the world traveler.

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