Have fun doing what you love Sitting on the deck of a cruise ship and watching the waves go by for a week isn’t everyone’s idea of fun. But "theme cruises" combine the relaxation of cruising wi...

Pack your bag and open your mind Opportunities to travel and learn are growing quickly. Apart from seeing the sights while you learn, there are other big advantages... Many travel-and-learn vacati...

Over the past year and a half, several notable newcomers have joined the ranks of New York City eateries...* Torrisi Italian Specialties (250 Mulberry St., 212-965-0955, www.PigInAHat.com). Italian...

Fun for the Whole Family Men, women and children of all ages are taking up fly-fishing. Being outdoors, surrounded by nature, enticing fish to bite on an artfully crafted fly can be peaceful for th...

No More Yawns from Family and Friends Most home movies are painful to watch because they’re, well, boring. Here are several simple strategies that will instantly make your home videos much more e...

  Most of the cities listed here as the most pedestrian-friendly are older urban areas with vibrant downtowns, historic architecture and closely packed streets that can turn a stroll into an i...

  Many travelers never truly get to know the places that they visit. They see the tourist sites, shop at the downtown stores, eat at restaurants near their hotels. This does not provide an acc...

  Maybe you think that you’ve experienced all the great sightseeing destinations in the country’s major cities. But, in fact, there are brand-new, must-see sights around the country that a...

Avoid these common shopping mistakes Many family budgets have been stretched, due to the weak economy. Trimming grocery bills is a great way to fight back, but too often shoppers make mistakes and ...

  Many lighthouses are converting into hotels and bed-and-breakfast resorts as ship navigation becomes electronic. Located on coastlines -- frequently rugged ones -- they often offer beautiful...