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February 2012

MOUNT UP!: In Texas and Louisiana, an intoxicating tradition of horseback trail rides, Cajun food and Zydeco music preserve a culture.
THE LOST WORLD: Uncover an ancient Mayan metropolis, hidden deep in the Yucatan wilderness.

In Brief - Ft. Lauderdale, FL:
Name Dropping: Steal the secrets of Fort Lauderdale's movers and shakers for some celebritystyle relaxation.
Love Boat: With over 169 miles of waterways, Fort Lauderdale is poetically known as the "Venice of America," so it's no surprise that so many choose a romantic gondola ride along the city's scenic canals to drop onto a wobbly knee and pop the question. One gondoliere — who has seen both earthmoving, romantic successes and at least one heartsinking, pitiful failure — shares his top tips for romance.
Swamp Thing: If you're looking to add a little adventure to your Fort Lauderdale vacation, a trip to the Everglades is a safe bet. Trade in lazing on beaches for alligators sunning on mud banks — how close you want to get is entirely up to you.

In Brief - Punta Cana, DR:
Free, Or Not Too Free?: That is the question when it comes to "all-inclusive" resort vacations. We've stacked 'em up to settle it.
From Holiday To Home Base: Luxury hotels, unrivaled golf courses and beautiful beaches have long made Punta Cana a beloved tourist destination. Increasingly, these draws have led the adventurous to drop their bags and stay on this island paradise for good. We've had a few expats give you the inside scoop on what made them fall in love with this place and how to avoid the tourist traps.
Act Like a Local: Nothing stands out like a sunburnt, fannypack toting tourist repeatedly shrieking "Hablas Inglés?!" We had some locals tell us how not to be that guy.

In Brief - San Juan, PR:
Pork Perfection: One small town has made spitroasting pigs a way of life. Here, rotating roasting has become a timeconsuming, meticulous and perfected work of art. Welcome to pork paradise.
Where the Hipsters Hang: Santurce, a new, upandcoming and superartsy area that is flush with galleries, graffiti and hightops, has a vibe that's more Brooklyn grit than Latin grace.
Happy Trails: Outdoor enthusiasts, meet your match. El Yunque will get your heart racing.

An Eye For An Eye: When a first impression can make or break a deal, you want to be sharp. Look your business partners in the eye with confidence and style — and let your personality shine through — with these hot frames.
Only Fitting: In bespoke tailoring's elite world, the suit always fits — and execs pay thousands to wear it .
Selling the House: In the emerging world of luxury hotel retail, it's about more than just pushing brandname bags and designer duds on your guests — it's about selling hotels.
Building Blocks: How the UKbased Merlin Entertainments Group is constructing an American empire, piece by piece.

The List - Sarasota / Bradenton: The top 10 must-dos in Sarasota, FL
Events February 2012: This month’s greatest events
Alligator Alley: You don't have to go too deep into America's biggest swamp — the Atchafalaya Basin — to have a close encounter with its biggest reptile. The alligators are everywhere. There are so many in Louisiana, in fact, that hunting them for their hides is legal. The people around Houma, LA (43 miles from New Orleans), even earn a modest living from this niche industry, hunting gators with bloody scraps of bait and 9MM pistols. Freelance photographer Matt Eich (matteichphoto.com), a founding member of LUCEO (luceoimages.com), takes us behind the scenes in the bayou.
Instant Classics: Sure, your iPhone takes vintagey photos. But these cameras take 'em better while looking the part.
Sealed with a Kiss: Get your lips in gorgeous, kissable shape on the go. We've got the secrets to creating the perfect pout, thanks to celebrity makeup artist Kimberley Bosso.
Spring Break Blitz: With Spring Break just around the corner, it's time to plan your big trip. Oh, the choices.
Writer's Room: The historic Roosevelt New Orleans has all the drama a playwright requires.