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I have not taken an actual, physical vacation since before my son was born. Really. But my wanderlust remains as strong as ever. And, now, thanks to the myriad of websites that provide pictures, planning resources, travel guides and direct contact with tour companies all over the globe, getting away from it all is just a mouse click away.

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A gypsy in my soul, I have a few hair-raising travel tales.

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Natural Habitat Adventures: Hidden Alaska Family Adventure Vacation - Slide Show

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Take a mini vacation with this 60-minute slide show of the wilds of Alaska. It's free!

Updated Nov 20, 2008

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BookingBuddy: Super Cheap Flights and Airline Tickets

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Let BookingBuddy do all the comparison shopping for you whenever you need to make travel plans. You can pack as it find you the best available rate, or cruise the blog to get real-time recommendations from fellow travelers. (via MORE magazine)

Updated Mar 24, 2008

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Illuminated Rotating Universe Tabletop Globe

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A geographical map by day, astrological by night and automatically rotating on its axis, this globe is visually fascinating as well as educational. Good gifting.

Updated Nov 4, 2008

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Surf Safaris for Women

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Even if you have never seen a real wave, much less stood on a surf board, the instructors at "Surf Las Olas" will take you from novice to surf girl in one of their week-long surf safaris. With plenty of down time in between lessons, you will both challenge and recharge yourself. Can you hear those waves yet?

Updated May 1, 2008

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Orvis: Leather-Bound National Parks Atlas

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A book to last for generations to come, this leather-bound atlas contains maps of the National Parks printed on acid-free pages. For the map lover, camper or armchair traveler, this is a sensational reference guide. Monogrammable. Good gifting.

Updated Nov 4, 2008

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WWF Travel: Costa Rica for Families

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It may seem like quite a leap to forgo the holiday hoopla in favor of a trip to Latin America, but you can always explain to families and friend that this is an educational experience. Which it is. But it is so much more, including sight seeing, canoeing, snorkeling and some well-deserved relaxing. Good group gifting.

Updated Nov 2, 2008

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Hotel on Rivington - The Penthouse Suite

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A tropical escape to Manhattan . . . who knew I only had to navigate the Lincoln Tunnel in order to access a well-situated jacuzzi and accompanying shower ? You do have to reserve the penthouse suite in order to take advantage of these dazzling, open-air amenities, yet a trip to my nearest island would save me considerable time and airfare. Tempting. (via Urban Daddy NYC)

Updated Feb 20, 2008

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Lonely Planet Fiji Travel Guide

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Lonely Planet offers the best guides for going native and avoiding looking like a tourist. Even if you have no plans to travel in the near future, the pictures will provide a mini retreat.

Updated Feb 14, 2008

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Black Travel Journal

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A uniquely equipped travel journal with a world map and a timezone wheel, along with plenty of spaces for remembering your adventures.

Updated Feb 14, 2008

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Lonely Planet Sydney Travel Guide

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Figure out exactly what you want to do, where you want to go while you are on the long plane ride across the planet. Then, enjoy the summer weather Australia is currently experiencing.

Updated Feb 14, 2008

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