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Forget Those Resolutions

They're new. They're wonderful. And these restaurants are strong contenders to make you forget all about those New Year's dieting resolutions. Dive in.

Meal in the Clouds

At the base of Oregon's Mt. Hood, a stone-and-timber lodge hosts one of the best dining experiences you'll have all year.

Winter's Best Picks Around Town

How about cosmic dates nights under the stars (well, inside Air and Space)? That's just one of the bright options on tap for winter around town, including music and galleries. Credit: Eric Long.

Swiss Treats

We toboggan by moonlight, sauna alongside Lake Lucerne and discover the best-kept museum secret in Europe, and it's run by one of Picasso's models.

Sweet Winter Weekends

Our picks for perfect weekends in Washington include some sweet treats, a wonderful place to stay, a signature dish from a Top Chef and new shopping at a classic.

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Dining in DC

Graffiato by Mike Isabella
6 Places Not to Miss in February

Scaled-back interior designs do not mean scaled-back tastes. Here are hot spots we love for the chilly days ahead.

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DC Shopping

Win! Travel Bag + Cool Products

Begin 2012 with the ultimate travel gear! One lucky reader gets the goods. Here's how...

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DC Museums

Photo Finish at the Newseum, Washington, D.C.
3 Winter Exhibits to Love

Photography, textiles and fine art deliver plenty of beauty in the weeks ahead.

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Entertainment

P.Nokio
Web Exclusive: Interview with Nick Hernandez of "P.Nokio"

A local producer never worries about how he’ll musically inspire kids, even when going old school.

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DC Day Trips

Zentan Singapore Salad from Susur Lee
Winter Weekends in Washington

6 ideas to escape into the District for a perfect weekend.

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USA Travel

Jordan Winery, Sonoma County, Calif.
The Good Earth: Sonoma Wine Tours

We discover a way to get our hands a little dirty while eating and sipping our way through wine country.

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International

lucerne, switzerland
Swiss Treats

A great escape to Lucerne, Switzerland, includes a little tobaggan ride by moonlight, amazing food and the best-kept museum secret in Europe.

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Hotels

Timberline Lodge, Silcox Hut
In the Clouds: Ore's Timberline Lodge

The historic resort offers memories for the travel-weary soul and the best meal you'll eat in 2012.

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