OFF THE BEATEN PATH
Malaysia's been touted as "the next Thailand" for nearly a decade. Is the country finally ready to be more than second-best?

SPOT ON: KENYA REBOOTS
As Kenya's hoteliers have discovered, few things can derail a tourism industry like globally broadcast news of violence.

DIY AMAZING RACE ADVENTURES
Didn't make the cut for CBS' "Amazing Race?" No worries. Here's how to recreate 10 of the show's adventures on your own.

OUT OF AFRICA
Kenya needs tourism dollars more than ever. Here's why there's never been a better time to visit.

ROOM WITH A VIEW
We've traveled from coast to coast to find the best hotel rooms in America. Hey, someone had to do it. (Plus, ten rooms under $250.)

12 TRAVEL HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2009
Though the recession has undoubtedly scuttled many travel plans, the 2009 travel calendar is bursting with fabulous options.

SHANGHAI EXPRESS
You'll have to hurry, but in two days you can just about crack this otherwordly Chinese megalopolis....

TOWN & COUNTRY
Swank safari finally reaches the Western Cape, while a piece of history gets a new lease on the Cape Town waterfront.

ROOM SERVICE
Jason Pomeranc has become really good at
helping other people relax. But that doesn't mean he's going to.