Winter is finally upon us, and while many travelers seek warmer climates, many others get into the spirit of the season and start planning snowy getaways. Skiing and snowboarding are two popular (and obvious) choices, but there are other options: snowshoeing, snow kayaking, snow cycling, and an expedition to the spectacular Arctic, just for starters. Check out some of these stories and get inspired to plan your own winter getaway!

The 12 Best Ski Resorts in North America
Every year as the leaves fall off the trees and Thanksgiving approaches, skiers and snowboarders dig into their closets, dust off their goggles, search for the other mitten and get ready to start thinking about the upcoming ski season... Read more>

Getting High on Skis in Piemonte, Italy
Panic, anxiety and extreme fear hit me like a runaway Vespa. After not having skied for over a decade, I had impulsively decided to go skiing in the Italian Alps… the very slopes that hosted the 2006 Winter Olympics in the Piemonte region of Italy... Read more: Read more>

Snowshoeing Flattop Peak
The great thing about Anchorage, Alaska is its proximity to everything outdoors - especially snow sports and activities. After a snowfall, there's no better way to take in the gorgeous scenery than snowshoeing, and Flattop Peak is a great place to get started... Read more>

Bicycling in the Snow
With the right gear, bicycling in the snow isn’t the worst of ideas. But without the right gear, and with a bit too much pride, those who try will probably end up like these guys... Read more>

Landscapes of the Arctic: Glaciers, Ice Fields and Pointed Peaks
There’s something haunting about the Arctic landscapes: aqua blue icebergs floating on crystal water, massive glaciers crackling in the background towered by snow mountains... Read more>

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>

Trekking and hiking are not only great ways to see parts of the world that are otherwise inaccessible, but also a terrific way to stay in shape while exploring these incredible sights. Read some of the best articles we've found on exploring destinations like Nepal, the Caribbean, New Zealand, Chile and more by foot, all from the comfort of your armchair!

7 of the Best Trekking Destinations
Whether you are ice-climbing the glaciers of Patagonia or trekking through the Sahara Desert, trekking holidays amplify your view of a country, allowing you to see it from a wider point of view. Read more>

Five Great Hikes of Puerto Rico
When people think of a Caribbean island, beautiful palm-lined beaches are typically the first scene that comes to mind. However, the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, although containing many wonderful beaches, offers much more. Read more>

10 Best Hiking Trails in the World
From BootsnAll, here are the ten best hikes on the planet, each with a combination of scenery and special extras that make them well worth going out of your way to enjoy. Read more>

Trekking Round the World
Whether hiking through the ruins of Macchu Picchu, trekking the glaciers in Argentina or taking a quick break in a grassy field in Russia, sit back, relax and prepare to take a visual journey... Read more>

Hiking to the Base of Mount Everest
Everest sat high on the near horizon blowing its nose like a blizzard over the top of neighboring Lhotse, the eternal hurricane force winds scouring Everest from its west to east summits... Read more>

Chilean Patagonia: Wildlife Spotting in Torres del Paine
Surrounded by a natural arena of sunset-tinged and snow-capped peaks, it’s impossible to imagine a more wild and spectacular location than Lago Pehoé in southern Chile’s improbably scenic Torres del Paine National Park... Read more>