Posted on June 30, 2009 in IgoUgo Picks
They may not be edible, but hot dog signs and storefronts are, it turns out, surprisingly satisfying. From the corn dogs to the life-size to the disturbingly lifelike, see the signs that gave us pause (and, well, paws)... Continue reading Funniest Hot Dogs Around the World: A Photo Tour
Posted on June 30, 2009 in IgoUgo Picks
They may have originated in Frankfurt, but what’s more all-American than a frankfurter? Chicago franks take three of our top 10 spots, making the Windy City top dog this summer—even if Coney Island gets all the attention come the Fourth of July... Continue reading 10 Best Places for Wieners This Summer
Posted on June 19, 2009 in IgoUgo Picks
We always have ideas for weekend getaways, thanks to IgoUgo travelers’ advice, but this weekend brings one of the more generalized recommendations we’ve ever made: try somewhere in or near the Northern Hemisphere. Want something more specific?.. Continue reading 10 Great Places to Celebrate the Summer Solstice
Posted on May 26, 2009 in IgoUgo Picks
If you live in Western Europe or the Western US, take note: your home is your ticket to summer travel. In our recent home-exchange poll, travelers said they would like to try a swap, and their top picks for places to visit lie in those regions... Continue reading Summer Travel: No Place Like Someone Else's Place
Posted on April 14, 2009 in IgoUgo Picks
If you’ve ever spied a monkey on your travels, you know how entertaining their mischievous moves can be. Guided by the many hundreds of monkey photos you’ve shared, we found 10 exotic locations guaranteed to please with photogenic primates... Continue reading 10 Great Places to Spot Monkeys at Play
Posted on March 5, 2009 in IgoUgo Picks
From those who like to sip local wine to the member who says he adopts a “vacation beer diet,” IgoUgo travelers enjoy trying local tipples on trips. Just in time for spring break, they pick the best places to sample some of the world’s iconic drinks... Continue reading A Toast to Travel: 10 Places to Try World Drinks
Posted on February 9, 2009 in IgoUgo Picks
This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with travel all over again by indulging in some chocolate tourism. We’ve rounded up your favorite sweet spots before, but that list was a trifle too short to satisfy; this time we’re going straight to the source... Continue reading IgoUgo's Top 10 Destinations for Chocolate Tourism
Posted on January 21, 2009 in IgoUgo Picks
It’s peak season for ski trips, but wouldn’t a little relaxation be nice, too? IgoUgo members recommend where and how to try snow tubing, the only mountain sport in which you’re supposed to be sitting on your bum... Continue reading IgoUgo's Favorite Snow-Tubing Trips and Tips
Posted on December 19, 2008 in IgoUgo Picks
For something new this year, try something very, very old (or should we say auld?): ring in 2009 at one of the world’s longest-running—yet quirkiest—celebrations. We scoured members’ picks to find the most unique places to revel... Continue reading IgoUgo's Top 10 Unique New Year's Celebrations
Posted on November 11, 2008 in IgoUgo Picks
When we asked how you pass time during layovers, we knew we’d get entertaining answers. Along with the arrests and antics, though, came plenty of good, lawful ideas. Here, what to do and what not to do, from IgoUgo members who’ve tried everything... Continue reading IgoUgo's Most Helpful and Hilarious Layover Advice
Posted on November 11, 2008 in IgoUgo Picks
In a recent poll, you told us your favorite cities to explore during layovers. Here are your top international picks, along with ideas for embracing (and even intentionally planning) layovers. You’ll be turning down direct flights any chance you get... Continue reading How to Plan a Layover in Your Top 10 Cities
Posted on October 15, 2008 in IgoUgo Picks
We’ve chosen 10 of our members’ favorite eerie sites to help you revel in the most mysterious of seasons with a haunted jaunt or two. Ranging from the Carolina coast to Bahrain, perhaps one is lurking right outside your door... Continue reading IgoUgo's 10 Favorite Mysterious Places
Posted on September 9, 2008 in IgoUgo Picks
Close the door on leaf-peeping through the car window. We went to our fall guys—those IgoUgo members enamored with autumn—for more intriguing ways to enjoy the changing season, and from fountains of wine to fields of corn, ideas were abundant... Continue reading Not Your Typical Fall Foliage Activities
Posted on July 13, 2008 in IgoUgo Picks
The rising costs of driving and flying are bad news for any traveler, but when the going gets expensive, IgoUgo members get creative—and get out of town. To help you save cash and your vacation, here are seven ways to steal away for next to nothing... Continue reading Free or Nearly Free Summer Vacations
Posted on April 14, 2008 in IgoUgo Picks
Jump on the train for the next trend in travel—literally. With airline bankruptcies and delays multiplying (and the threat of inspection-related flight cancellations lasting through June), we’d like to usher in the Summer of the Train... Continue reading IgoUgo's Tips & Trips for Summer Train Travel
Posted on February 13, 2008 in IgoUgo Picks
Planning your summer trip to Beijing may feel like its own decathlon, but with this gold-medal itinerary from IgoUgo’s experienced China travelers, you’ll be able to cheer on your team while experiencing Beijing at its best... Continue reading IgoUgo's Beijing Travel Tips for 2008
Posted on December 20, 2007 in IgoUgo Picks
We adore New York, Paris, and Rio, but for a truly New Year, why not skip the clichés and ring in 2008 in a less predictable city? Here, IgoUgo travelers pick the best of the rest, including a few surprises... Continue reading Top 10 New Year's Eve Alternatives
Posted on November 6, 2007 in IgoUgo Picks
With the dollar’s dismal exchange value and the stratospheric rise of the British pound, Europe seems a bit far away these days. Luckily, IgoUgo members have put their money on 10 budget-friendly places where European travel is still within reach... Continue reading IgoUgo’s Top 10 Affordable European Cities
Posted on October 26, 2007 in IgoUgo Picks
When the temperature drops, most people dream about sunny getaways, beaches, and warm breezes. Here are five great hot spots that will help melt your worries away, without getting you all hot and bothered about the crowds... Continue reading Winter’s Hot New Spots
Posted on October 10, 2007 in IgoUgo Picks
It only takes a slight chill in the air—and countless ghoulish store decorations—to remind us that Halloween is swiftly approaching. Whether you want to play a trick or just eat treats, IgoUgo members can scare you in the right direction... Continue reading Halloween How-To: From Frightening to Friendly
Posted on August 30, 2007 in IgoUgo Picks
Not ready for summer to end? You’re not alone: IgoUgo members name the top alternatives for making the most of summer’s last days... Continue reading Beyond Beach Travel
Posted on July 12, 2007 in IgoUgo Picks
This summer, skip the long lines at Six Flags for a city escape that’s sure to receive raves: IgoUgo members have discovered the best (and most unexpected) family-friendly cities for families of all shapes and sizes... Continue reading Family Fun in the Summer Sun