Posted on October 30, 2009 in IgoUgo Picks
While we usually avoid extolling destinations that will give you the willies, Halloween demands a list fit for mystery men and women. Here, IgoUgo travelers recommend 10 abandoned towns--places that delight horror-movie fans and history buffs alike... Continue reading IgoUgo Travelers Pick World's 10 Best Ghost Towns
Posted on September 22, 2009 in Community Highlights
We’ve never been so happy to see summer go. Not that we didn’t celebrate its holidays and bask on its beaches—we did, and loved it—it’s just that this year, fall’s foliage is expected to be unusually vibrant across the country... Continue reading 10 Favorite Fall Foliage Drives
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 April 21, 2009 in Community Highlights
When a lodge or tour operator bills itself as eco-friendly, how do you know that’s true? Follow in the footsteps of travelers who have tried them and you won’t have to wonder. Here, five earth-friendly trips IgoUgo members have taken and recommend... Continue reading Five Eco-Friendly Trips for Earth Day
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 December 31, 2008 in Community Highlights
What do you do when the last hurrahs of the holiday season have passed? Party on, of course, at winter’s finest festivals. Here are 10 member picks that are blanketing destinations from China to Canada with snow, ice, music, and art... Continue reading 10 Favorite Winter Festivals Around the World
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 26, 2008 in Community Highlights
From the city where “it wouldn’t be Christmas without carp” to the one where “little plum people” rule the season, read what IgoUgo members have to say about 10 of their favorite European Christmas markets... Continue reading 10 European Markets to Shop This Season
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 15, 2008 in Community Highlights
Everyone from the American Podiatric Medical Association to Walk Score to our own message boards have named the best walking cities in the US this year. But what about the world? Here are 11 international cities IgoUgo members explore on foot... Continue reading Walk This Way: 11 Cities to See on Foot
Posted on August 4, 2008 in Community Highlights
An IgoUgo member’s journal inspired a quest to find the Las Vegas of Bugsy Siegel, Frank Sinatra, and old-school showgirls. Leave the dime-a-dozen roller coasters and palatial malls for another day: this is Vegas, vintage style... Continue reading 10 Places to Find Vintage Las Vegas
Posted on July 17, 2008 in Community Highlights
Some of the best IgoUgo reviews are the ones that make us laugh out loud at their off-the-wall oddity. The world has a surprising amount of wacky things to see—and a surprising number of travelers willing to go out of their way to find them... Continue reading Weird-but-True Travel Ideas
Posted on June 18, 2008 in Community Highlights
From socialite-studded Southampton to family-packed Ocean City, it can be difficult to claim a spot at the beach—or anywhere else—before Labor Day in the Northeast. To help, IgoUgo members name favorite places short on crowds and commute time... Continue reading Alternative Northeast: 15 Summer Getaways
Posted on June 16, 2008 in Elsewhere on the Web
So you’ve decided to see America’s cities this summer. Smart—but where to start? Here are 10 US cities with stand-out tourism websites... Continue reading 10 US Cities with Tourism Sites to See
Posted on May 13, 2008 in Features
It doesn’t take much to become a mooch. Afraid you’ve crossed the line? IgoUgo editors (and self-confessed mooching victims) help you keep your travel tactics aboveboard—and keep your hosts from avoiding your calls—with ten simple rules... Continue reading IgoUgo’s Ten Commandments of Couch-Crashing
Posted on April 22, 2008 in Community Highlights
Just because you want to enjoy vacation’s little luxuries doesn’t mean you have to betray your recycling heart: at these eco-friendly accommodations, you can have your plush in-room bathrobes and your low-flow showerheads... Continue reading 10 Hotels Where Every Day Is Earth Day
Posted on April 21, 2008 in Community Highlights
Hollywood is synonymous with those infamous 15 minutes of fame. But the best treasures in Los Angeles endure much longer than that: the permanent collections at the city’s renowned art museums. Rethink everything you’ve heard about LaLa Land... Continue reading Artsy Los Angeles: Four Must-See Museums
Posted on April 10, 2008 in Features
As ski season draws to an end, so too does our three-part SKI Magazine series on the best snow vacations for non-skiers. So think twice before you pass on that last invitation—especially if it’s to one of these top resorts for off-hill activities... Continue reading Top 10 Ski Resorts for Off-Hill Activities
Posted on April 8, 2008 in Community Highlights
You could plan a very nice getaway for $537. Or you could get one night in the average Moscow hotel room. IgoUgo members share which hotels provide the best value for your money in the world’s 10 most expensive cities for booking accommodations... Continue reading Where to Stay in the World's Most Expensive Cities
Posted on March 31, 2008 in Community Highlights
With Earth Day on the horizon and the sun lingering longer, it’s the ideal season to discover America’s national parks with your family. IgoUgo members recommend 10 parks for reconnecting with nature and your kids... Continue reading 10 National Parks Families Will Love
Posted on March 26, 2008 in Features
Last week we challenged non-skiers to just try turning down a ski weekend after seeing SKI Magazine’s list of the top 10 resorts for dining. It’s time for a chaser: SKI’s rundown of the best après-ski (or just après-dinner) scenes... Continue reading Top 10 Resorts for Après-Ski
Posted on March 19, 2008 in Features
So you’d rather slurp than slalom. You can get as much enjoyment out of visiting ski towns as your slope-starved friends; just forget their pistes and follow those laid out by SKI Magazine to the best places for top-notch mountain cuisine... Continue reading Top 10 Ski Resorts for Dining
Posted on March 18, 2008 in Elsewhere on the Web
With the launch of the IgoUgo Community Table, we joined a growing contingent of travelers focusing on food. One exciting offshoot of this trend is the booming foodie-travel blogosphere, and these 14 standouts will whet your appetite... Continue reading 14 Foodie Travel Blogs To Savor
Posted on March 14, 2008 in Community Highlights
If just thinking about the onslaught of July’s heat makes you sweat, plan ahead for a summer flip-flop: visit a place where snowy slopes signal summer. Sound cool enough? Read about IgoUgo’s favorite chilly hot spots... Continue reading Cold-Weather Trips for Hot Months
Posted on March 14, 2008 in Community Highlights
IgoUgo travelers never shrink away from exotic locations, so perhaps we shouldn’t be surprised that Colombia is in the top-30 most viewed destinations this week. And besides being adventurous, you all know how to have a little fun, too... Continue reading IgoUgo's Week in Travel: 10 Spots to Watch
Posted on February 19, 2008 in Elsewhere on the Web
We’ve selected the 10 US states boasting the most dynamic tourism websites to help you plan your next great American trip... Continue reading Top 10 US State Tourism Sites
Posted on February 14, 2008 in Features
Whether Valentine’s Day makes you swoon or makes you sick, we have a place for you. Indulge your sweetheart, or your sarcastic side, in these pricelessly named spots. Just don’t forget to send postcards—SWAK... Continue reading Sweet Spots & Prickly Places for Valentine's Day
Posted on February 7, 2008 in Community Highlights
If you’ve already forgotten your original New Year’s resolutions, take heart: you can start your projects anew today at a Lunar New Year celebration. No matter where you are in the world, there’s a party near you. Better get (fire)cracking... Continue reading World's Best Chinese New Year Celebrations
Posted on December 27, 2007 in Community Highlights
A lot of people consider a glass of wine a crucial part of vacation, but that only skims the surface of vineyard travel. IgoUgo travelers who went beyond Napa and Bordeaux recommend 10 destinations that boast flavorful grapes and culture... Continue reading The New Wine Destinations
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 December 19, 2007 in Community Highlights
No matter how much you may dream of a white Christmas, there are ski bums, snow bunnies, and IgoUgo members all over the world who think about it more, and who have shared their experiences from some of the best ski destinations around the globe... Continue reading Downhill Lowdown: IgoUgo Ski Destinations
Posted on November 21, 2007 in Community Highlights
Even more fun than stuffing yourself on Thanksgiving is stuffing your shopping bags on Black Friday the next day. Here, IgoUgo travelers describe the best stores in eight US cities, plus two to the near north, for a list of shops you can’t miss... Continue reading Holiday Shopping: The Best Stores in 10 Cities
Posted on November 13, 2007 in Community Highlights
It’s Sadie Hawkins Day, and since we’re a bit too mature to partake in the girls-ask-boys school dances the holiday brings, we’ve compiled some different girl-approved fun: our IgoUgo ladies’ picks for the best girlfriend getaways... Continue reading Ladies' Choices for Best Girl Getaways
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 16, 2007 in Elsewhere on the Web
More and more traditional media outlets are jumping into the blog arena, sometimes with results that one-up their original publications. Here are our picks for the best travel blogs from newspapers, magazines, and television... Continue reading Top 10 Big Media Travel Blogs
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 October 1, 2007 in Community Highlights
We’re marking World Vegetarian Day with a list of veggie-friendly restaurants around the world that boast rave reviews from you. From Beijing to Boston, IgoUgoers pick the go-to places for going beyond broccoli... Continue reading Ten Great Tables for World Vegetarian Day
Posted on September 21, 2007 in Community Highlights
To celebrate autumn’s arrival on September 23, we’ve harvested a collection of member-approved festivals from across the US. Their picks provide all the apples, foliage, and brews you’ll need for a very satisfying season... Continue reading Mark Your Calendar: IgoUgo's Top Fall Festivals
Posted on September 14, 2007 in Community Highlights
With Cinco de Mayo revelry so far off, we were thrilled to learn that September 16 is Mexico’s Independence Day. Here are six travelers to consult before heading south—or maybe just to your local taqueria—to celebrate... Continue reading IgoUgo's Top Guides to Mexico
Posted on September 7, 2007 in Features
The Lost Girls, a plucky trio of world travelers and IgoUgo members from Manhattan, fell for Bangkok in less than a New York minute. They explain how Thailand’s capital swept them off their feet—and why it will do the same to you... Continue reading The Lost Girls' 14 Reasons to Love Bangkok
Posted on August 31, 2007 in Community Highlights
Don’t leave summer’s last hurrah to chance: head to one of the places that thrilled IgoUgo travelers over past Labor Day weekends. Visitors recommend seven spots that are perfect for the 3-day getaway... Continue reading Last-Minute Getaways for Labor Day
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 August 24, 2007 in Community Highlights
Summer may be coming to a close, but we’re not going to let go of the dog days so fast—at least, the hot dog days. When we do close the grill for the last time, though, we’ll head to the places IgoUgo travelers say serve the best franks around... Continue reading Top 10 Hot Dogs in the US
Posted on August 22, 2007 in Elsewhere on the Web
We all know that the best travel advice comes from locals. But how many of us can claim a friend in Dubai or a cousin in Stockholm? Here’s where to turn for up-to-the-minute tips from residents of 10 cities... Continue reading Ten Local Blogs to Read Before You Leave
Posted on August 10, 2007 in Community Highlights
A passion for travel doesn’t stop with IgoUgo; in fact, many of our members are doing double duty with websites of their own, devoted to travel and beyond. We scouted out some of the best places to learn more about these web auteurs... Continue reading Two-Timing Travelers
Posted on August 1, 2007 in Elsewhere on the Web
Traversing the blogosphere can be as rewarding as trekking the globe—if you know where to go. Here are, in no particular order, 10 travel blogs that are worth a stopover... Continue reading Ten Travel Blogs We Love
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
Posted on April 19, 2007 in Community Highlights
Trends come and go, but if there’s one word in travel that will never lose its buzz, it’s “budget.” Here’s a round-up of some top spots where you’ve had a blast without blasting your budget—and a look at how you did it... Continue reading IgoUgo's Top Budget Travel Destinations