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Holidays On High Seas
Whether you're cele-brating Hanukkah, Christmas or Kwanzaa, December's festive holiday cruises make travelers of all faiths feel like they're at home for the holidays. Consider spending your holidays on the high seas this year. [CRUISIN']

2006 Buick Lucerne
Sleek and stylish, the Lucerne offers a spacious cabin, luxury detailing, top-notch safety features… and muscle. That’s right, the Lucerne brings the V8 back to a Buick sedan for the first time in a decade. [LUCERNE]

The Jefferson Hotel
In it’s glorious past, The Jefferson Hotel played host to Presidents, writers, actors and singers of renown. Few hotels in North America display the sense of treasured memories that are knit into the very fabric of this impressive building. [VIRGINIA TREASURE]

Sleepy Drivers
Shorter days, more hours of darkness and long holiday road trips cause people to feel sleepy earlier in the day, and too often, behind the wheel. Stay safe this season with this advice. [YAWN]

Safe & Secure Travel
Security awareness is everyone’s responsibility – but knowledge is the best defense in keeping yourself safe. Use these tips to stay alert while traveling. [STAY SAFE]

Kids In Back
Front airbag, old airbag, new airbag, no airbag – this study by the NHTSA shows that no matter what, kids are safer sitting in the back seat. In fact, child deaths in cars are down 18 percent. [SAFER]

Hip Hotels
Geared toward the up-and-coming Generation X, 21st Century Holiday Inns feature a modern, innovative design that still resonates with their iconic heritage. [GEN X]

Clutter Control
Fight commuter clutter! Here are some of our favorite products (and where to find them) to help keep your vehicle clean and organized and your eyes on the road. [ORGANIZE YOUR CAR]

Fighting Jet Lag
 Until recently, jet lag was not treated as a medical condition. Now it’s included as a known or suspected sleep disorder, affecting millions of people each year. Check our list of symptoms and get tips on minimizing its impact here. [STAY ALERT]

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2006 ICOTY Vehicle Nominees

Round ‘em up; this year’s nominees are sleek, sexy and sure to impress. The much-anticipated Class of 2006 brings plenty to the pavement – and even more to the stage. ROAD & TRAVEL Magazine is gearing up for its 10th Annual International Car of the Year Awards and plans on heating up the Motor City this January. [ICOTY]



2006 Entry-Level Luxury Buyer's Guide

Sometimes going beyond a barrier opens up a whole new world. Like the difference between a plain sedan and entry level luxury. Suddenly there's a new level to aspire to, an expanse of indulgent amenities just waiting to tap into. Take a look at our guide to these precious gems and figure out which suits you best. [BUYER'S GUIDE]



Eastern Ireland: Myth and Melancholy

Something’s in the jagged North Sea spray, the granite-chunked crags and the heather that creeps in on little cat feet. And that something erodes and erases and exiles. Bones bleach into fable. Whiskey washes away fact. Then ivy slowly muffles it all into mythology. Explore the depths of eastern Ireland and all of its mysteries - the perfect guide for the curious traveler. [IRELAND]



2006 Chevrolet HHR Review

With the recent spike in gas prices in this country, small wagons and hatchbacks provide a more prudent form of transportation. For 2006 we have one of the best vehicles yet for consideration: the Chevrolet HHR, a name assigned to Chevy’s other retro trucklet, which pounds the pavement with a monster V-8 and a “spooning” convertible hardtop. [HHR REVIEW]



Prague, Czech Republic

Psssst! Want to hear a secret before everyone else finds out? Prague, a snow-dusted, almost mythical, stunningly beautiful city located along the banks of the Vltava River in the heart of Europe, is “the” place to be during the holiday Season. The gateway to the Old World, Prague is rich in culture, romance, history - and just oozes with traditional winter charm. [WINTER WONDERLAND]



2006 Grand Vitara Review

This stylish wagon, cast on a new unibody structure for 2006 with class-leading safety features aboard plus the option of a multi-mode four-wheel-drive (4WD) traction mechanism, delivers strong torque from the standard six-pack powertrain. [GRAND VITARA]

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Frontal Crash Tests
Ford's Freestyle, earns the "best pick" designation for frontal crash test performance in a 40 mph frontal offset test recently conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. [GO]

Best Pics for Pet Gifts
Whether your wrapping presents for a furry best-friend or your favorite pet-toting travelers, you're bound to bring a smile, bark or tail wag with one of these great finds. [RUFF]

Car Care Resolutions
Responsible car care habits are crucial to keeping a vehicle in good running condition and helping drivers and passengers stay safe on the road. Make better car care your New Year's Resolution this year. [CAR]

Dog Sledding
Both feet balanced on the narrow runner, my mitten-covered hands shook. The excitement of the dogs paralleled my own, as they lunged forward into their harnesses, anxious to be moving. [ADVENTURE]

Pasture Pie Power
Your car, the one you’re driving right now, can run on corn! Diana Estill takes a humorous look at the introduction of ethanol-processed gasoline to the automotive world. [CORN]

Hidden Meadow Ranch
If the ultimate luxurious mountain lodge is something you’ve only dreamed about, it’s worth the journey to an elite locale like this. Hidden Meadow Ranch in Greer, AZ is this winter’s perfect escape. [LODGE]

Regency House Spa
The sound of crashing waves right outside your window, a hot tub under the stars and fresh, organic meals make this Florida spa a must for all those in need of some serious holiday relax-ation. Make your gift to yourself a healthy retreat this year. [SPA]

Dent Doctor
Keep your old car looking new by following a few simple rules when it comes to handling dents, dings and other disasters. Here are our top tips for shaving years off your car. [FIX IT]

Airport Advice
Traveling around the holidays isn't exactly a piece of cake. Use these simple tips to avoid delays at the next airport security screening you encounter. [FAST FLYING]