<![CDATA[Travel Adventures]]>http://www.sheknows.com/ Wed, 15 May 2013 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Historical fiction roundup: Americans abroad]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/993573/historical-fiction-roundup-americans-abroad Historical fiction covers a variety of subjects, not just the wives of Henry VIII. This month, we're rounding up five of our favorite books about Americans abroad. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/993573/historical-fiction-roundup-americans-abroad Entertainment Books Jen of Devourer of Books Thu, 04 Apr 2013 06:04:00 -0700 <![CDATA[A foodie's guide to Portland, Oregon ]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/988739/a-foodies-guide-to-portland-oregon Forget what you've heard or what you've seen on TV, and hightail it to Portland. You'll find one of the most incredibly funky and weird, relaxing and inviting, crunchy and environmental — and just downright delicious — cities in the entire country. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/988739/a-foodies-guide-to-portland-oregon Living Travel Claire Gallam Tue, 02 Apr 2013 06:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Most romantic places to propose]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/989421/most-romantic-places-to-propose You only get one shot at proposing . Make it count, and win your love over with these super-seductive places where she’ll be sure to say "Yes!" http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/989421/most-romantic-places-to-propose Living Travel Romantic Getaways Sarah Brooks Thu, 14 Mar 2013 07:47:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Ryan Reynolds & Emma Stone talk biggest fears, best trips]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/988253/ryan-reynolds-emma-stone-talk-biggest-fears-and-best-trips Ryan and Emma teamed up for The Croods, their first animated movie, and SheKnows caught up with the funny twosome to chat about conquering their own fears. http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/988253/ryan-reynolds-emma-stone-talk-biggest-fears-and-best-trips Entertainment Movies & Reviews Cristina Gibson Fri, 01 Feb 2013 06:20:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Exploring Oahu's culture, nature and food scene]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983365/exploring-oahus-food-and-culture-scene Thousands of guests from the mainland and around the world land every day in Honolulu , Oahu’s capital city and home to the ever-popular Waikiki Beach. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/983365/exploring-oahus-food-and-culture-scene Living Travel Tracy E. Hopkins Fri, 21 Dec 2012 12:50:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Go <em>Back to the Beginning</em> with Christiane Amanpour]]> http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/980377/back-to-the-beginning-special-with-christiane-amanpour How much do you know about your religion? What about your neighbor's? http://www.sheknows.com/entertainment/articles/980377/back-to-the-beginning-special-with-christiane-amanpour Entertainment Television Deirdre Kaye Tue, 30 Oct 2012 09:50:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Foodie's guide to London]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/974573/foodies-guide-to-london As a foodie city, London isn't always ranked very high for a few reasons. Many people assume the only food in London is fried, heavy and tasteless. However, for a city with such a bad rep in the cuisine field, there are actually quite a few delicious options in this bustling English hub. If you follow this guide to Britain's biggest city, you won't have to eat a single banger or mash while you are there! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/974573/foodies-guide-to-london Living Travel Claire Gallam Fri, 19 Oct 2012 09:35:00 -0700 <![CDATA[3 U.S. cities with the best Halloween parties]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/973355/3-us-cities-with-the-best-halloween-parties Think Halloween is just about passing out candy, wearing the same ol' costume to the same ol' bar or watching reruns of old horror films on TV? If so, you need to pack your bags this All Hallows' Eve and hit up one of these scary good party cities! Just leave the lame Freddy Krueger mask at home! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/973355/3-us-cities-with-the-best-halloween-parties Living Travel Adventure Travel Claire Gallam Tue, 04 Sep 2012 09:09:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Wine tasting and touring in Israel]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/969855/wine-tasting-and-touring-in-israel Wine may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Israel, but the country is now home to many world-class wineries. Find out about the country's ancient wine industry and plan a tasting tour of the Holy Land. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/969855/wine-tasting-and-touring-in-israel Living Travel Romantic Getaways Katherine Martinelli Fri, 10 Aug 2012 12:34:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Best US cities for beer lovers]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967857/best-us-cities-for-beer-lovers Do you enjoy talking about hops, fermentation and bottling? Do you home brew or drink only craft beer from microbrewers? If you're a certified beer snob who does all of this and more, pack your bags and head out to these four beer lovin' U.S. cities! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967857/best-us-cities-for-beer-lovers Living Travel Claire Gallam Wed, 01 Aug 2012 10:16:00 -0700 <![CDATA[3 Best places to find summer romance]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967111/3-best-places-to-find-summer-romance Are you feeling the end-of-summer blues starting to creep in? Not ready to spend the chilly fall and winter months alone in your apartment or home? Escape this August for one last vacation hurrah and find some summer love that'll keep you warm all winter! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967111/3-best-places-to-find-summer-romance Living Travel Romantic Getaways Claire Gallam Fri, 15 Jun 2012 07:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[3 Must-visit Utah national parks]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/962524/3-must-visit-utah-national-parks Utah's national parks offer stunning landscapes and gorgeous scenery. Zion, Bryce Canyon and Capitol Reef national parks have no shortage of incredible views, mountains to hike and canyons to explore. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/962524/3-must-visit-utah-national-parks Living Travel Karen Miner Fri, 08 Jun 2012 12:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[What to see and do in Vientiane, Laos]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/961889/what-to-see-and-do-in-vientiane This delightfully diminutive capital is welcoming, relaxed, full of charm and easy to navigate. The French influence , bougainvillea-laden streets, interesting sights and riverfront locale make it easy to fall for this small but richly diverse city. We'll show you where to eat, where to sleep and what to do as you wander through the myriad cute cafes, steaming food stalls, welcoming bars and unique shops and restaurants. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/961889/what-to-see-and-do-in-vientiane Living Travel Adventure Travel Jessica Padykula Thu, 10 May 2012 02:38:00 -0700 <![CDATA[The backpacker's travel checklist]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959397/the-backpackers-travel-checklist Backpacking: The ultimate hiking adventure! Every woman should strap on a pack and take to the hills at least once in her life, but preparation is the key to enjoyment. Use this backpacker's travel checklist to get you on the fast track to the best time of your life! http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/959397/the-backpackers-travel-checklist Living Travel More Travel Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. Tue, 01 May 2012 01:46:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Staycation ideas for family bonding]]> http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954939/staycation-ideas-for-family-bonding A family vacation can be exhausting, time-consuming and expensive. This year, try a staycation -- a great alternative for families looking for fun, easy bonding time that won’t break the bank. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/954939/staycation-ideas-for-family-bonding Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Moms Guide: Family Activities Mary Fetzer Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[How to plan a road trip]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/956883/how-to-plan-a-road-trip With summer just around the corner, most of us are planning vacations to get away. If you’re planning a road trip, relaxation doesn’t have to go out the window. With some advance preparation, your time in the car can be relaxing too. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/956883/how-to-plan-a-road-trip Living Travel Road Trips & Air Travel Karen Miner Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:00:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Top 10 reasons to visit Jerusalem]]> http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/957219/top-10-reasons-to-visit-jerusalem Jerusalem is one of those rare places that combine ancient history with a bustling modern city. The trip of a lifetime, this incredible city offers archeological relics, spiritual landmarks and world-class cuisine all in one place. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/957219/top-10-reasons-to-visit-jerusalem Living Travel Katherine Martinelli Wed, 07 Mar 2012 04:34:00 -0800 <![CDATA[Spring into fitness at Red Mountain Resort]]> http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/951815/spring-into-fitness-at-red-mountain-resort After hibernating and playing couch potato all winter, doesn’t a fitness-fueled getaway in a beautiful natural setting sound appealing? SheKnows visited Red Mountain Resort to experience a fitness retreat firsthand. Here's what we found. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/951815/spring-into-fitness-at-red-mountain-resort Health & Wellness Diet & Fitness Exercise & Fitness Tracy E. Hopkins Thu, 14 Jul 2011 09:13:00 -0700 <![CDATA[Going the distance: Destination races]]> http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/836073/going-the-distance-destination-races When you think of going on vacation, you probably don’t think about doing too much other than sipping fruity cocktails, lying on the beach and maybe checking out some sights if you aren’t too tired from all that relaxing. But a new trend has emerged where taking a trip means more than bellying up to the bar. A new breed of travelers is mixing fitness with fun by signing up for races in other cities, states or even countries. Destination races are a great way to combine running and travel, and we’re here to give you the inside scoop on this healthy vacation idea. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/836073/going-the-distance-destination-races Health & Wellness Diet & Fitness Exercise & Fitness Jessica Padykula