Eureka Springs, Ark. (Winner 2011): This late-1800s Victorian spa retreat is known for everything from its Queen Anne–style B&Bs and its shows to its historic downtown. (From: Coolest Small Towns in America)

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50 Top Tips From the World's Smartest Cruisers. The art of cruising, like chess and cricket, takes time and expertise to master. That's why we asked some of the most well-traveled, cruise-savvy folks we know—hundreds of readers and a handful of pros—for their best advice. #cruises #travel #budgettravel

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25 Most Beautiful Cities in America Sure, the U.S. is home to spacious skies and shining seas, but it also boasts some of the world's most gorgeous cities. From New England to the Hawaiian Islands, we celebrate the stylish, vibrant, and always surprising metropolises that are the most beautiful in America! #budgettravel #travel

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15 Most Beautiful National Parks in America Whether you're planning a summer vacation or just craving some eye candy, we've got 40 trip-inspiring photos of our most treasured—and gorgeous—national parks. From the Southern California desert to the coast of Maine, here are 15 parks we couldn't live without!

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Norfolk, Virginia's 32nd Annual Great American Picnic & Fireworks celebration takes place July 4th at Town Point Park on Waterside Drive. You'll spend the night sampling tasty American fare and be treated to a special performance by the U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command Band while fireworks dazzle overhead. (From: 4th of July Getaways Every American MUST Take) #budgettravel #travel #summer

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Denali National Park, AK, offers jaw-dropping mountain vistas, wildlife--and elbow room. Oh, and temperatures average about 66 during the day and 44 at night! (From: Chill Out! 10 Coolest Summer Getaways) #budgettravel #travel #summer #getaways

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Siesta Key, FL, about 20 minutes from Sarasota, rolls out the whitest and coolest sand you've ever seen. Stay a short drive away at the Best Western Plus Siesta Key, from $99/night. (From: Surf & Sand Smackdown! 10 Most Beautiful Beaches in America) #budgettravel #travel #summer

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5 Awesome & Affordable American Drives Every corner of the U.S.—including yours!—offers a bold, beautiful road trip that rolls out an unforgettable vacation at a reasonable price. Here, five that we bet you haven’t taken yet.

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25 Incredible Parks Everyone Should Visit Whether you're looking to get back to nature or just need an escape from the big city, these National Parks, State Parks, and National Monuments definitely deliver. From classics like Yellowstone to the rain forests of El Yunque, here are 25 of your favorites.

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33 Trip-Inspiring Photos of Brazil It's time for the World Cup and we've got Brazil on the brain! From the impressive waterfalls of Iguazu to world-famous beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema, these 33 photos will have you booking the next flight to Rio!

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Beach Gear You'll Need This Summer Because texting friends "I'm sort of left of the Speedo guy with the blue blanket" never works, we've rounded up the loudest, most colorful gear out there. You'll be the center of attention—and the envy of the beach. Plus, check back every week and enter to win one of these amazing products all month long!

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Adorable Zoo Animals You MUST See! From feeding giraffes in Tampa Bay to spending time with the kangaroos at Steve Irwin's beloved Australia Zoo, our Budget Travel audience shares their all-time favorite zoos and animal encounters. Plus, more adorable zoo animals you won't want to miss!

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33 Most Memorable Family Vacations, brought to you by our Budget Travel readers. From fond memories of family road trips out West to exploring ancient Mayan ruins at an early age, our readers share the vacation experiences they'll never forget.

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Follow these tips and you'll always have what you need, no matter where you go. (Michael Mohr) From: 8 Common Vacations: The Surprising Things You'll Need (and the Things You Won't).

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