Avoid the crowds: Cruising Portugal’s Douro Valley is a tranquil way to explore a historic wine region

Where to get your gingerbread fix this month

Find gingerbread dishes, desserts and cocktails on seasonal menus, and see gingerbread house displays and replicas in hotel lobbies across America.

       

10 countries where your money will last the longest

New survey shows how long you could stay in a country for around $700.

Visiting South Dakota’s mysterious Spirit Mound

Unique site plays role in Native American history and the Lewis and Clark expedition.