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Pueblos Magicos highlight Mexico’s small-town gems Usually, memories of my Mexico vacations feature stylish beachfront resorts and neighboring towns dedicated to tourists — or cloudy recollections of loud music and cervezas. However, my recent visit to the city of Parras in the Coahuila desert was different. I was told it was a magical town, and I came away

While there are few monuments to a historic past that one might find in Europe of Asia, few countries host a wider assortment of outdoor experiences that embraces today better than New Zealand. Visitors can trek through wide open spaces, thriving rain forests, mountains, fjords, beaches, the geothermic wonders of bubbling mud pits, geysers and active volcanoes.

Spain lives well. Whether a traveler visits for the endless parties in Barcelona and the Balearic Islands or the laid-back charms of Andalusia and beach cities along the Mediterranean, Spain is a country with a myriad of cultural possibilities. Take in a bullfight or a Flamenco show, practice the fine art of nibbling by eating tapas, explore medieval towns with

Japan is fascinating. While among the world leaders in technical innovations, Japan maintains an undeniable connection to its history. Huge industrial centers leave room for 500-year-old Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples, while traditional Geishas stroll the streets in Kyoto. Restaurants frequently offer chair or traditional straw mat seating with chopsticks