If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would I find you?

You'd find me here, in the shimmering Gothic church of Sainte-Chapelle in the heart of medieval Paris, France.

I love Paris at any time of year, but the City of Lights is magical in the springtime. The French have a way with public gardens, and there's nothing nicer than wandering the avenues and boulevards of Paris, perhaps stopping in at one of the city's fine museums or restaurants. And Sainte-Chapelle - well, you can see for yourself. The stained glass windows glow. The exterior, with its flying buttresses, is equally beautiful. No wonder kings and bishops have been inspired by this lovely jewel of a church for hundreds of years.

Of course, I have many favorite spots in Paris. Which sights in Paris inspire you?

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Fox News is reporting that the US Department of State has issued a Travel Warning for Syria, urging citizens to leave as soon as possible because of the increasingly violent protests around the country. According to the text of the Travel Warning, US citizens planning to travel to Syria in the near future are urged to postpone their trips.

Your eyes are not deceiving you; these San Rafael, California gas station signs display per-gallon prices that begin at $4.15 and go up, up, up from there. Ouch.

Many travelers are becoming increasingly concerned about the impact of fuel costs on their vacation budgets. While we can't bring fuel prices down, we can certainly offer some tips for beating high gas prices while you're traveling.

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According to CNN, Lambert-St. Louis International Airport will operate at full capacity today, just four days after a tornado slammed into the facility.

The airport has not updated its website in two days, but an official Twitter update posted late last night stated, "A full flight schedule on tap @flystl Tuesday."

It's always best to check with your airline before leaving for the airport, particularly in a situation like this. Kudos to all the hardworking people at Lambert-St. Louis for their dedication to the recovery effort.