January 1, 2012 - Contents

Features

Chairman of the Board

Whether on snow or lumber, champion boarder Shaun White simply doesn’t believe in standing still.  Read More

5 countries. 3 lift tickets. 1 woman. 0 regrets.

When it comes to skiing in Europe, there’s no such thing as too much of a good thing.  Read More

Unsung Heroes

Next time you hit the slopes, keep an eye out for the ski rescue dogs. They’ll be happy to dig you out of the snow.  Read More

Departments

A Story Told

Every Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, the typically quiet winter life along a scenic highway on Florida’s Emerald Coast is disrupted as thousands of music lovers of all genres fly, drive and even bike in for the 30A Songwriters Festival.  Read More

The After-School Entrepreneur

Most teenagers find work flipping burgers. Ian Purkayastha launched a lucrative truffle-importing business before he could even drive.  Read More

Briefs

Fashion Forward

Designer Jason Wu is making the most of his time on the world’s stage — including coming to a Target near you.  Read More

World’s Best: Fantasy Camps

Stuck in a 9-to-5 but dreaming of something bigger? Discover your inner rock star (or astronaut or card shark) with specialized camps for the kid in you.  Read More

In Every Issue

Vantage Point
Editor's Note
Mensa Quiz
Crossword
Air Mail
Puzzle & Quiz Answers
Sudoku
Columnists
Customer Experience

Itinerary

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K.C. Cool

Although Kansas City is synonymous with barbecue, it’s time to think outsid... Read More

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Bookmark This

Buried under the postholiday stress of writing thank-you notes? Then rest e... Read More

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Year of the Dragon

As Chinese New Year begins later this month, the passionate and powerful wa... Read More

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Vocal Harmony

What was supposed to be a one-night reunion has turned into a reincarnation... Read More

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Old Meets New

Some of the best musical minds of yesterday and today team up in a new docu... Read More

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A Friend Indeed

In MWF Seeking BFF, one woman learns that making new friends doesn’t have t... Read More

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In Short

London Under: The Secret History ­Beneath the Streets Read More

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Meat Market

Jerky is having a moment. It’s no longer relegated­ to campfires and backpa... Read More

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Forever Beautiful

Forget traditional resolutions — a new you in the new year can be as easy a... Read More

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Hello, Dolly

Nearly 50 years into her career, country-music darling and actress Dolly Pa... Read More

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Mistaken Identity

What’s in a name? Ask Office Space’s disgruntled computer programmer Michae... Read More

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Calling All Skiers!

Now is your chance to win a fantastic ski package to the Alta Lodge in alta... Read More

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Aruba Oasis

Resorts often struggle to find the right balance of service and activities... Read More

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Get Fit in a Snap

Getting a good workout on the go is always a challenge. Snap Fitness, a cha... Read More

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Spit It Out

A bit of spit can reveal whether that pain in your chest is a heart attack.... Read More

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Hilton Revival

Hilton is jumping on the hotel-spinoff bandwagon with its Home2 Suites conc... Read More

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A Beast of a Bag

A practically indestructible bag is a dream come true for avid travelers, b... Read More

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Rock the Boat

Sea creatures beware! A passel of rockin’ vessels will soon set sail in sea... Read More

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Independent Woman

Jessie Baylin goes label-free on her latest album, and the results are bett... Read More