Photo: Moya McAllister
Features
Costa Rica Beach Scene
The best surf spots, sunset meals and family-friendly beaches in Guanacaste
By Sarah Rose
Cruising Atlantic Canada
Autumn cruises in the Maritimes offer a shipside show
By Everett Potter
Away for the Day in Mexico
Three quick trips if you’re staying in Cancún or on the Riviera Maya
By Barbara Peck

Photo: Virginia Beach CVB
Travel Tactics
TAKE THE KIDS: Virginia Beach
Surfing, dragons and fighter jets will keep the family entertained
By Peggy Sijswerda
TRAVEL HEALTH: Eating Well en Route
Advice on choosing a chain restaurant, and what to order
By Hannah Wallace

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Departments
LANDMARKS: On Golden Ponds
With a colorful lake reflection, fall foliage is twice as nice
By Karen Nagy
SHOPPING: Kuala Lumpur
How to navigate the lively markets, showrooms and luxury boutiques
By Jamie James

Photo: Royal Palms Resort
Weekenders
Phoenix, AZ
The Valley of the Sun shimmers with its new and improved downtown
By Lolly Merrell
Galveston, TX
Post-hurricane, this harbor town is back—and begging to be explored
By Kathryn Jones
Vero Beach, FL
Not far from the theme parks, Florida coastal culture at its best
By Terry Ward