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Discover Hawaii the way it was meant to be. In this month's feature, a Hawaiian resident offers great tips and insights on how to experience the islands and the local cultures.

Avoid the typical tourist traps and learn all about a kicked back vacation you won't forget! Click here for the full story.

Mallorca's Cultural Mecca

To get to this Balearic island destination, book a ferry from Valencia or Barcelona, or fly from virtually any European city. You’ll want to rent a car on the island, though taxi service is also available. You'll find travel more expensive in the northern part of the island versus the towns to the south.

While summer temperatures are mild, averaging 23 degrees (C)/73 degrees (F), their hottest season and also the most crowded time is during July and August. If you're planning

a beach excursion, be sure to secure proper parking permits.

Fascinating Piedmont Region

If you want to combine your next vacation with a unique shopping experience, try North Carolina’s Piedmont area. Visit the furniture capital of the U.S. in High Point, with over 50 retail stores.

Learn about the early south in Old Salem, founded in 1766 by the Moravians. Go to Scotland County for art galleries, winery tours, golf and historical civil war sites. In Winston-Salem, you’ll find great wines, pristine gardens and the arts – including the influence of African American heritage.

If you’re craving barbeque, visit Lexington, dubbed the “Barbeque Capital of the World”. There are over 20 eateries serving smoked pork. Purchase souvenir piggy banks and ornaments in stores throughout the town.

Review the Official 2008 Online North Carolina Travel Guide for more.

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The Old & New of Taos

In Taos, you'll find a wide variety of travel interests. Enjoy horseback riding. Go llama trekking in the Sangre de Christo Mountains. Explore alpaca ranches. Tour the adobe village of Taos Pueblo – a Native American town inhabited for more than 1,000 years.

See why this area inspired modern day artists like Georgia O’Keefe and Ansel Adams. Learn about Taos history and the arts at the town's museums. Purchase a combination ticket for $25, valid for one year at five museums.

Enjoy the Toast of Taos – a food and wine festival, July 4 - 12.

Take home culinary memories with famous New Mexico red chilies. For a cooler adventure, it’s never too early to book your winter ski vacation in Taos Ski Valley.

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Spot swim coves from Formentor’s peninsula towering high above the Mediterranean. Enjoy classical music performed daily inside Coves del Drac. Tour the caves by boat to see incredible wall formations.

Throughout the island, explore historical churches dating back to the 13th century.

Whatever your vacation focus is, explore all Mallorca has to offer for an unforgettable Mediterranean experience.

For a great day trip, try Valldemosa – home to F. Chopin during the 19th century. You may even spot Michael Douglas, who owns a home near Deia. Don't miss this area which is a mecca to millionaires throughout the world.

Pick up local artisan crafts, clothing and leather goods at Sineu Market, open Wednesdays at 8 a.m., located in Pla de Mallorca's church square. On Sundays, best times to check out Santa Maria Market are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. These offer better shopping than Palma’s market.

In the largely English speaking town of Magaluf take part in open air discos during the summer. While Spanish and Catalan are spoken on the island, you’ll feel like you’re in Germany in S’Arenal – a huge hub for German tourists – in fact, most merchants don’t even speak Spanish.