What is your dream winter vacation?


Updated 02/03/07 4:07 PM · Posted by FitSugar · 15 comments

What is your dream winter vacation?

Lately I have been thinking about getting out of dodge for a winter vacation. Flynet These shots of Cameron really inspire me to head for the waves, but a week skiing could be great too. Ahhh...but it is just a dream for me. What about you - What is your dream winter vacation? Do you escape the cold or celebrate it? What is your dream winter vacation? A week at Snowbird Read more

This Winter, Hit the Swiss Slopes at New Hotel Nira Alpina


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Nira Alpina Ski Hotel Pictures

For the alpine sports enthusiasts with a keen design eye, Switzerland's new hotel Nira Alpina, a glass-and-timber-built mountain sanctuary, is the place to be this Winter. From award-winning hotelier MPS Puri, Nira Alpina is the only hotel in Switzerland's Engadin Valley to offer guests a true ski in, ski out experience. Just five kilometers away from the Swiss resort town of St. Moritz in the Read more

Summer Travel Guide: Sicily


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What to Wear in Sicily 2011-06-16 13:05:42

Sicily is home to heavenly beaches, majestic mountains and Europe's oldest active volcano. The coasts are gold with orange and lemon orchards, and each scenic region offers something totally different. When it comes to Sicilian vacation style, the most important thing to keep in mind is your shoes — it's inevitable that you'll do tons of walking, so comfortable footwear is essential. The Read more

Lonely Planet: The Most Surprising (and Often Neglected) US Cities


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Little-Known US Travel Spots

Editor’s note: Summer travel is heating up! The following guest post was written by Robert Reid, the US travel editor for Lonely Planet. He will be guest blogging on Savvy for the Summer, helping you find some great ideas of how to get your vacation on this travel season. Some cities in the US will always be prime-time tourist attractions. The New Yorks, the LAs, the Vegases, the San Read more

Don't Let Camping Break the Bank — Rent Gear Instead


Updated 05/26/11 12:11 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Rent Camping, Biking, and Tennis Equipment From Stores Like REI and Lower Gear

I love renting bikes when I am on vacation. It's a great way to incorporate exercise when traveling and an easy way to test out the waters if you're thinking about buying one. But bikes aren't the only fitness-related things you can rent, which is something I learned when visiting my favorite outdoor gear store, Sports Basement. While I was waiting in line to make my purchase I was surprised to Read more

How to Be the Perfect Houseguest


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How to Be the Perfect Houseguest

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! At the beach, in the mountains or in the big city, being invited to a friend’s place not only lets us catch up with loved ones but also lets us save on hotels. Of course, the flip side is that there’s a totally different set of expectations (read: you can’t throw your towels on the floor). If you’re not a master of Read more

From a FitSugar Reader: Mini Workouts in 15 Minutes or Less


Updated 07/12/11 12:20 PM · Posted by Fit Community · 3 comments

Quick Exercises For Busy Days

It's the season to be busy! Luckily, FitSugar reader getfitgirl has your crazy schedule in mind. She posted these suggestions for fitting in a few exercises, no matter how booked your social card, in the FitSugar Community. With Summer here, everyone seems to be short on time. Vacations are being planned, friends and family are visiting, and you just can't seem to find 20 minutes to get in a Read more

Lonely Planet's Picks For US Islands That Won't Break the Bank


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US Island Vacations

Editor’s note: Summer travel season has officially begun! The following guest post was written by Robert Reid, the US travel editor for Lonely Planet. He will be guest blogging on Savvy for the next two months, helping you find some great ideas of how to get your vacation on this Summer. Hope everyone had a great Fourth of July weekend! That means summer travel season is stepping up a notch. Read more

First Steps When Shopping For a Bike


Updated 07/01/11 10:33 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

Bike Shopping Tips

I'm in a cycling state of mind, and not just because the Tour de France starts this weekend. After a stint roaming around city streets while I was on vacation, I'm hooked on finding the best bike to do the same at home. But as a beginner city cyclist I'm overwhelmed by all the information and choices available. To dip my feet in the bicycling waters, I checked out the bikes at Lombardi's Read more

The Americana Holiday: Lonely Planet’s Best Places to Celebrate Independence


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Where to Celebrate the Fourth of July

Editor’s note: Summer travel season has officially begun! The following guest post was written by Robert Reid, the US travel editor for Lonely Planet. He will be guest blogging on Savvy for the next two months, helping you find some great ideas of how to get your vacation on this Summer. For most of us, July 4 — unlike family-oriented holidays like Christmas or Thanksgiving — is a true Read more