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ONLINE EXTRAS
ONLINE EXTRAS
Trip Lit
Don George reviews Surviving Paradise by Peter Rudiak-Gould.
WorldWise
Put on your rose-colored glasses to take this quiz on all things pink.
National Parks
These quick and easy guides help navigate ten American classics.
Insider Maps
Use our interactive maps to explore Kyoto and other cities.
On Foot Maps
These walking tours feature interactive maps with don't-miss points of interest in Valparaíso and other cities.
Authentic Shopping Guide
Find handcrafted items from around the world, plus craft tours, tips on bargaining, and organizations that support artisans.
Ultimate Travel Library
Delve into a globe-spanning literary ramble with the world's best travel books, from classics to brand-new titles.
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DESTINATION SCORECARD»
133 Places Rated
In our sixth annual survey, discover where some of our most celebrated destinations rank, based on such factors as pollution, cultural authenticity, and tourism management. You may be surprised.
Tom Hanks
INTERVIEW»
Tom Hanks
The Academy Award winner talks about making the film Beyond All Borders for the National World War II Museum in New Orleans.
TWITTER»
Plan Andrew's Trip
Come Thanksgiving intrepid Traveler writer Andrew Nelson is trading in turkey and cranberry sauce for sunscreen and a BlackBerry. He's headed to Miami Beach on November 26 to see if the Twitter community can lead him to on-the-go discoveries in South Florida. Follow him @andrewnelson and help guide him to your favorite places.
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK»
Free Wallpaper
Download this photo from Sardinia, Italy, to your desktop. Look for a new screensaver every Thursday.
ON FOOT MAP»
Valparaíso
Take a walking tour of the old-world architecture and steep streets of this Chilean city, also known as the South American San Francisco.
Viewers' Choice
PHOTO GALLERY»
Viewers' Choice
These photos were voted the favorites by viewers in our World in Focus photo contest—including the top choice, this shot of El Capitan in Yosemite.
FEATURE»
In Search of Magic
Experience the butterfly migration in Central Mexico's volcanic highlands, a 60-square-mile area filled with millions of monarchs each winter.
Portland Reigns
FEATURE»
Portland Reigns
In Oregon's self-proclaimed "city that works," eating, drinking, and getting around are at least three things you can do especially well.
SPECIAL»
Essential National Parks Guide
Traveler's quick and easy guide to ten national parks features great hikes, scenic drives, natural wonders, insider experiences, photo ops, and strategies for getting the most out of your visit. Plus: classic photos from Yosemite and Yellowstone.
<i>Traveler's</i> Best Photos of 2009
PHOTO GALLERY»
Traveler's Best Photos of 2009
See a slideshow of Editor-in-Chief Keith Bellows' favorite pictures published in Traveler this year.
BLOG»
The Intelligent Travel Blog
Sometimes we celebrate, sometimes we criticize. But we always focus on finding great places to visit.
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Andrew Tweets Miami
We know social media has changed the way we travel, but can it actually make for a better trip? Next week, writer Andrew Nelson tests the thesis in Miami, where he'll be relying on reader tweets to plan his trip. Follow him now.
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