Let’s be honest: No one needs another guide to Paris.You already know what you want to see, where you want to stay and what you want to eat. But let us tell you about some of the new hotels, restaurants and shops you might not have heard about yet.

Santa Monica, Los Angeles’ westward neighbor, is home to dozens of world-famous boutiques and trendy cafes near the glimmering Pacific Ocean. Breathtaking views of the coastline, varied shopping options and a decidedly relaxed atmosphere attracts thousands of visitors year after year. Whether you’re on the hunt for the latest designer fashions, an unbeatable bargain, or want to scour the racks for some vintage accessories, you’ll find a wealth of shopping opportunities in Santa Monica.

Instead of giving your mom the usual bouquet of flowers and home pampering products for Mother’s Day, why not take her on a weekend getaway? Traveling together would afford you and mom to spend quality time with one another while exploring the sights and sounds of a city. From Chicago to New York City, here are just a handful of places where you can treat mom on her special day.

Dubai has captured the world’s imagination with its tall buildings, man-made islands and impossibly glitzy hotels, restaurants and shopping malls. It is the United Arab Emirates’ preeminent city, but not necessarily the only one worth visiting. The neighboring emirate of Abu Dhabi has quietly been building its reputation. Yes, there are features of Abu Dhabi akin to over-the-top ones in Dubai: expensive hotels, massive shopping malls and cutting-edge architecture, for instance, but there is also a strong focus on culture. World-famous museums are opening branches in Abu Dhabi, and there is a strong focus on the culture of the area’s native inhabitants.

Airports can be a great place to find deals (duty-free, anyone?). On the other hand, some airports are filled with shops that are woefully overpriced. The shopping scene changes from airport to airport. …

Frequent flier programs continue to be a major draw for many people who want to make the most of their travel investment. Now, many airlines have created online shopping malls where travelers can earn miles …