Holiday preparations are upon us: the gift-buying frenzy, family get-togethers, and perfect meals to plan and prepare. All the expectations are enough to get even the calmest person's nerves a bit frayed.

Take a few days to treat yourself right, and enjoy a soothing spa getaway. We've got your options covered: a selection of Las Vegas' finest day spas, an exotic (yet affordable) getaway in Bali, a quick jaunt to Iceland's spectacular scenic Blue Lagoon, and more. Take a deep breath, relax, and plan your much-deserved escape now!

Las Vegas Spa Vacation
The day after a long night at the tables in Las Vegas calls for the rejuvenation and relaxation of a fine spa. Whatever your spa needs, you’re sure to find what you desire... Read more>

Sylvia's Spa Village Resort in Bali
Enjoy this peek at the stunning Sylvia's Spa Village Resort in Tembok Bali. It is pure Balinese paradise in a spa setting... Read more: See more>

Escaping the Snow in Scenic Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA
This chic retreat that nestles into the lush flora of the Tesuque Valley is only ten minutes from Santa Fe’s bustling throngs, yet feels light-years from civilization... Read more>

Tuscan Spa Relieves "Tourist Tension"
This stunning spa was designed to have low impact on the environment and preserves the Tuscan vista with its villa design and gardens. Thermal springs flow down the hill behind the spa, filling a pond in the sauna complex and the swimming pool... Read more>

Blue Lagoon Spa Transfer from Keflavik Airport
Talk about chilled! Fly into Iceland and head directly for the most relaxing spa experience you'll ever have at the Blue Lagoon, surrounded by magical lava fields and snow capped mountains. Enjoy a water massage or just lie back and relax, then catch your transport back to your hotel in Reykjavik. Read more>

As autumn settles in, the smell of wood-burning fireplaces and the chill in the air all makes me want to curl up with a good book. Two of my greatest passions are travel and reading, and nothing excites me more than combining them both.

Check out some of these awesome literary travel destinations, from famous author birthplaces and hangouts, to tours of some well-known book settings, and start dreaming about your own literary-inspired journey!

Top 5 Literary Destinations in the World
There are many places that have inspired brilliant and famous writers, and some of these places have become sites of pilgrimage, so to say, for lovers of literature. Check out TravelGrove's Top Five list... Read more>

A Rotten Person Travels the Caribbean: Hemingway in Cuba
Hemingway fell in love with Cuba when he first went there during a 1932 fishing trip with his buddy Joe Russell, owner of Sloppy Joe's Bar in Key West, Florida. From Russell's cabin cruiser Hemingway caught nineteen marlin and three sailfish and was, well, hooked... Read more>

Five Writers' Homes for Literary Vacations
If you’ve ever wanted to be inspired by the same views your favorite authors enjoyed as they created classic works of literature, you might be in luck. From Mark Twain's hometown to the stomping grounds of the Bronte sisters, here are five ways to follow your literary idols back to their roots. Read more>

Great Britain's Literary Landmarks
Even if you’ve never been to Britain, you’ve probably read about it. Visit literary England vicariously through Let's Go's tour of its most famous landmarks, from Jane Eyre's Winchester to Virginia Woolf's Isle of Skye. Read more>

Rome Angels and Demons Tour
Unravel Rome's secrets on the 'Angels and Demons' tour, inspired by the novel by Dan Brown. Participants take an incredible journey into the heart of the Eternal City to decode the secret messages of the Illuminati, one of the most influential secret societies in history. Read more>

Melbourne: UNESCO City of Literature
The city of Melbourne is recognized as Australia’s cultural center and delights in bringing literature to the people. For visitors interested in literature, there’s a steady stream of events and a range of quality bookstores to explore. Read more>

With Memorial Day weekend already behind us, the rush is on to make the most of your summertime travels. Get a jump on the crowds by reading our picks for some of the best summertime getaways this year. Whether you're looking for a hopping beach scene, an invigorating hike, or a weekend city break, we've got lots of options for you.

Let's Go's Top Travel Destinations for the Summer
Let's Go has compiled a list of its Top Travel Destinations this summer. Whether you're on a tight budget, looking to splurge after a winter of Scrooge-like miserliness, or simply studying abroad for the summer, this top ten list has got you covered. Read more>

Valencia, Spain: The Perfect Summer City
Dreaming of a sunny weekend dash to Europe? This excerpt from Lonely Planet Magazine shines a light on the juiciest picks of Valencia, the Spanish city that checks all the summer city break boxes. Read more>

Have Car, Will Travel: Eight New Ideas For Summer Road Trips
We’re drawn to the idea of the unknown, the adventure, the spontaneity of just hopping in the car and driving. Besides that, it’s cheap. Of course you’ll take a road trip this summer, it goes without saying, but why not spice it up this year with some new twists on an old favorite? Read more>

Top 10 Summer Cities
From city beaches to summer arts festivals, make the most of urban life with Rough Guides' list of top ten summer cities around the globe. Read more>

The Best Summer Hikes Around The World
From spectacular Mount Massive, Colorado to storybook beautiful Cinque Terre, Italy, these are some of Tripwolf's users' favorite hikes around the world. Read more>

GoNomad's Guide to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket
These Massachusetts islands are the jewels of the New England coast, with wonderful beaches, clean streets, friendly people and are both top notch travel experiences. They are the vacation choice of many of the rich and famous, but their charms are also easily available to the rest of us. Read more>

Spring is finally here, and while it may not be beach weather just yet, it's time to get out and enjoy the fresh air. Check out some of these theme park ideas from around the country and across the globe; we've got something for the young and the young at heart. From terrifying roller coasters to bizarrely themed parks, click away and start planning your trip now!

5 of the World's Weirdest Theme Parks
If you're bored of traditional merry-go-rounds and roller coasters, check out TravelGrove's list of unusual theme parks around the world. From the Cage of Death at Crocosaurus Cove to the chance to drive an actual dump truck, there truly is something for everyone on this list... Read more>

7 of the World's Best Roller Coasters
Nothing compares to the anticipation of an unseen drop, the whirl of a sudden spin or an unexpected plummet from a too-tall tower... a beating heart... sweaty palms... a dry mouth. People love fear, and these roller coasters recommended by BootsnAll deliver it. Read more>

Map of Orlando Theme Parks
With the theme park mecca of Orlando, Florida opening new parks every year, the maze of parks can be tough to navigate. Use this handy Map of Orlando Theme Parks from Let's Go to plan your attack... Read more>

Top 10 North American Amusement Parks
Nowhere can you find so many family-friendly daredevil thrills (and gentler rides) than in the USA and Canada. Here are Lonely Planet's 10 favorite amusement and water parks in North America... Read more>

9 Amazing Amusement Parks Around The World
The first amusement park opened in Denmark in 1583, evolving from the traveling fairs that used to traverse the European countryside. One thing is certain, if you are a kid or a big kid at heart, you'll find something to enjoy at one of these parks around the globe... Read more>

The Stratosphere: Las Vegas
Visitors in search of thrills in Las Vegas can find three of the most heart-thumping rides in the city atop the Stratosphere. The best things to do on the Stratosphere Tower include the observation tower, X Scream, Big Shot, Insanity, and SkyJump...Read more>