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At Switzerland’s Dolder Grand, the new spa caters to a new generation with modern design and Japanese-inspired sunaburo baths.

Value pampering

Spa prices are down. Medical tourism is booming. Sleekly designed retreats are catering to a new generation. And Mom isn't going for a solo getaway; she's bringing the whole family. Amy Rosen reports on how we'll recharge in the year ahead


Scanning the year ahead

The economy may have slowed down but this will be the year travellers can cash in


The year of infamy

We've all endured long check-in lines, delayed departures and bumpy flights. A standout tale of travel woe demands more: You either need to make a fool of yourself – or have your trip ruined by some other fool. Douglas McArthur honours some dubious achievements with his annual Travel Hall of Infamy Awards


Delay gratification

Yes, the holidays mean delays. Between the weather and the crowds, there's a good chance you'll be stuck in an airport. But that's not so bad if you can use the time to gamble in Amsterdam or have great sushi in New York


Winter in West Sussex

Merry olde Christmas

For a timeless yuletide holiday there's nowhere quite like an English country village - where the locals carol at dusk and vicars rule come midnight


Voluntourism

Hard work... and soft sheets

Volunteering on vacation used to mean roughing it. But now luxury hotels and resorts are helping guests do good without giving up the perks of high-end travel, Ilona Kauremszky reports

At Switzerland’s Dolder Grand, the new spa caters to a new generation with modern design and Japanese-inspired sunaburo baths.

Executive Class

Fiaaz Walji, Canadian country manager, Websense


Tripping

Cruise to the North Pole

An icy voyage to Santa's home


Earlier discussion

Patrick Dineen

Winter vacation deals

Travel expert takes questions on affordable holiday travel


Patrick Dineen

Your animal photos Popup

We asked you to share your best travel shots of animals in the wild. Here are some of our favourites


The Street

Downtown 'Deadmonton' no more

For years, only tumbleweeds stuck around Edmonton's central core after office hours. But the oil and gas boom has brought big bucks and a creative surge to the area — transforming 104 Street into a hub for locals serious about play

 

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