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Trendy downtown L.A. lures hipsters and tourists with museums and retro cool
The once seedy section of Los Angeles is enjoying a rebirth thanks to retro cool spots and splashy new arts institutions.
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Illinois Valley: Don't go hungry at Starved Rock
Indeed, there is quite enough to turn a visit to Starved Rock into a full-on overnight trip in the Illinois Valley — from broad views to boat rides and red wine to Reubens.
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Capturing a vivid world: 2015 readers' travel photos
Here are the most spectacular reader travel photos of 2015, including pictures of a quiet morning in Petra, a suckling giraffe and a Michigan lake in autumn.
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Tip Sheet: Traveling solo isn't lonely – it's an adventure
Three people who have traveled alone extensively offer their tips and favorite solo trips.
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Spoiler alert: The 'Force' is with this Irish island
Its remote location has kept the island of Skellig Michael under the radar. But now, its relative obscurity seems about to end in a blaze of silver-screen glory.
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Best reader travel photos of 2015
The best travel photos taken by Star Tribune readers / contributors.
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A summit view of the islands of Ireland's Clew Bay
Climbing western Ireland's Croagh Patrick, then exploring the islands below.
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Classes to improve your travel photography
Want to improve your photo skills? Consider taking a class before your next trip.
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Viewfinders photographer: John Piepkorn
His haunting images of crumbling buildings and rusting cars in the Dakotas hint of the past.
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Viewfinders photographer: Kevin Hawkins
He brings a keen eye, sharp focus and a great sense of lighting to nature photography.
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Viewfinders photographer: Nancy Schned
Drawn to photograph people, she captures windows into faraway worlds.
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Cheap gas has people on the road, in the air for holidays
The price of gas is a significant economic indicator because more than 90 percent of travelers plan to drive to their holiday destinations. Air travel is expected to rise from last year, too.
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Midwest Traveler: You betcha there's a beer scene in Fargo-Moorhead
Few Twin Cities beers are available in Fargo, N.D., and Moorhead, Minn. Instead, the small metro area has its own brewing scene.
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Six tips for prepping the car for a long winter drive
Before heading over the river and through the woods to Grandma's house by car, tend to these road-trip tips, just in case.
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The gift of a Copenhagen Christmas
Twinkling lights and Christmas markets add a joyful Old World sparkle to this capital of modern design.
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Copenhagen Christmas
Twinkling lights and Christmas markets add a joyful Old World sparkle to this capital of modern design.
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