July 2009 Table of Contents | Travel + Leisure

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America’s Favorite Cities
30 cities go head-to-head in T+L’s annual urban rumble. Vote for the best dining, shopping, nightlife, airports, people, and more.
slideshow Top U.S. Seaside Inns
There’s nothing like falling asleep to the sound of the waves after a day by the sea. Whether it’s a Cape Cod hideaway or a cliffside Oregon retreat, T+L brings you our favorite places to stay from coast to coast.
slideshow America’s Best Summer Getaways
Whether it’s a weekend getaway or a long road trip, find your perfect summertime spot for enjoying sun, sea, sand, or mountains.
slideshow America’s Top Summer Activities
From free bike rentals to great crab shacks and the hottest arts festivals, T+L’s ultimate guide to summertime fun across America.
3 Southwestern Weekend Getaways
The harsh-but-lively southern Arizona desert; the frontier in Nevada and Utah; the sprawling, craggy desert of mid–New Mexico.

slideshow Most Outrageous Hotel Concierge Requests
From transporting tigers to carpeting beaches, hotel concierges from Miami to Macao have heard it all—and have tried to help.

slideshow The World’s Most Spectacular Tasting Rooms
At these wineries, amazing views and innovative architecture are served alongside the local vintages.

slideshow The Best iPhone Apps for Travelers
The latest crop of iPhone apps will help you book a flight, find a restaurant—and even light up a dark hotel room.

slideshow War Reporters’ Top Travel Secrets
You don’t have to be on the front lines to benefit from these smart travel tips.

slideshow The World’s Top Biking Cities
Dedicated lanes for two-wheelers, bicycle-friendly laws, and even free rides mean these spots are paradise for pedalers.

slideshow Best July 4th Fireworks
Take a seat on Independence Day and crane your neck for America’s most spectacular fireworks displays.

slideshow America’s Best Ice Cream Shops
Summer’s ultimate treat is served with old-world panache at these gourmet parlors.

slideshow America’s Best Little Beach Towns
For travelers seeking casual retreats for sand and surf, these uncrowded and unpretentious spots from Florida to Hawaii make ideal (and affordable) trips.

slideshow Best Hotel Art Collections
Skip the museums and spend the night at one of these art-filled hotels.
Cape Town’s Rising Art Scene
How does a place known for its beaches, mountains, and vineyards develop a progressive design scene? T+L looks at a collective of enterprising Cape Town locals who are turning this city into Africa’s creative capital.
Exploring France’s Northern Coast
Long a favored resort of the Parisian elite, the Côte Fleurie, on France’s northern coast, is shedding a bit of its formal reserve. T+L finds lively restaurants, endless beaches, and plenty of easygoing glamour.
Northern India’s Cultural Tourism
On a journey to Ladakh, in the shadow of the Himalayas, T+L uncovers a bold new model of cultural tourism. Is this what’s next for travel to India?
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