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Hottest Culinary School Vacations

For the growing foodie culture, the kitchen has become the destination as novice cooks head to cooking schools around the world to sharpen their knives and culinary skills.

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Andrew’s Top 15 Food Markets Around the World

Our world traveler Andrew Zimmern, has visited some large, small and very good food markets. We asked Andrew for his top list of markets around the world and he provided 15!

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Most Romantic Places to Watch the Sunset

Grab your sunglasses, slip into something sexy, and watch the sunset from one of the world's most romantic beaches and islands.

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Taipei Airport Guide

This airport is one of the simplest to navigate in Asia. And it's emerging as a popular regional hub that connects passengers from northern Asia to southern Asia, and from the US to Southeast Asia.

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World's Wackiest Souvenirs

You'd have to see it to believe it! We reveal some of the most bizarre souvenirs you probably never want to bring back with you after visiting Japan, Thailand and Australia.

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Todd’s Favorite International Cafes

Todd Carmichael knows coffee and travels the world to find the best varieties of it. Along the way, he’s also found the best places to grab a quick, already-prepared cup of Joe.

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World's Wackiest Holiday Traditions

Forget St. Nick. The world's wackiest holiday traditions feature everything from a goat-like monster to a benevolent old witch.

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World's Tallest Bungee Jumps

Take the plunge, adrenaline junkies! Kick start your drive for adventure with our list of the top 5 tallest bungee jumps in the world.

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Deluxe Airport Hotels

These airport hotels take pampering and design to unprecedented levels while being located mere minutes from their guests' airport terminals.

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Haunting Places to See the Dead

Trek through Skull Caves in Papua New Guinea to see the cranial remains, explore Egypt's mummies or visit Cambodia's Killing Fields to remember the country's dark past.

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Vote for the greatest No Reservations episode.

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World's Wackiest Spa Treatments

Aura imaging at Grove Park Inn, a fish spa treatment at Le Blanc Spa Resort, and a massage by a blind man at Amansara Resort are just a few examples of the weirdest spa treatments around the world.

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World's Hottest Hotels: Classic City Hotels

Get a look at some of the most luxurious city hotels that have stood the test of time.

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World’s Hottest Hotels: Indian Ocean

From Thailand to the Maldives and the Seychelles, check out the hottest hotels in the Indian Ocean.

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World's Hottest Hotels: Private Islands

Whether it's the Seychelles islands, Maldives or Malaysia ... staying on a private island never felt better. Learn about 7 of these islands.