In November, Christmas markets open their doors and the scent of Gluehwein, roasted chestnuts and Punch fill the air
History, culture, eco-adventure and the stunning Caribbean are all within reach where Mexico’s Yucatan merges with the sea. Scuba dive off the coast to take in the sights of the Great Meso-American Barrier Reef. Explore ancient Mayan ruins of Coba, Tulum and the underground rivers and pools known as cenotes.
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Tunneling into the fascinating dark underbelly of the City of Lights
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This month's guide to notable American destinations and happenings
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In Zambia, an NYC photographer teaches kids orphaned by AIDS how to take pictures. They teach him about living
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Across India, environmentalists battle a tide of troubles to clean up a river revered as the source of life
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