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Forget Bali, 3 Islands That Offer The Ultimate Escape

Crazy traffic jams, noisy Bluebird taxis, and terrorist threats have all detracted from Bali’s status as an island paradise. What’s a traveler to do for a little tropical R&R now? These three island destinations…

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Travel to the Philippines to Help Rebuild the Batad Rice Terraces

As a result of a series of typhoons, the Batad Rice Terraces in Ifugao, a World Heritage site since 1995, are in danger. The Batad community will be open to voluntourists, who will be able to help as well as have a taste of traditional Ifugao life and culture.

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10,000 Free Round-Trip Airfares to Japan

Tourism to Japan has dropped significantly because of concerns about safety and the strong yen.

Would a free round-trip airline ticket to Japan entice you to go?

In a grand effort to lure foreign travelers back to their country, the Japan Tourism Agency has proposed…

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Have You Considered a Volunteer Vacation in Cuba?

Once a popular tourist destinations for American citizens, Cuba has been shrouded in mystery to most Americans ever since the U.S. imposed political and economic sanctions. As a result of the U.S. embargo that restricts commerce, Cuba has retained much of its Old World charm…

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Top 10 Places to See in 2011

With the new year, many of us are making plans to see places — new, undiscovered and authentic destinations. We’ve compiled recommendations…

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Top 7 Emerging Destinations in the World

Feel like seeing some new destinations? TripAdvisor’s Travels’ Choice features emerging destinations for 2010. Here are our favorite 7 picks that you’ll want to check out…

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Marriott Offers New Voluntourism Package

Five years since Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans remains a city that needs rebuilding with added challenges from the recent oil spill in the Gulf. Looking to lend a hand while in New Orleans?

Marriott has announced a new voluntourism program called “Spirit To Serve New Orleans” that makes helping out easy for both business and leisure travelers.