Forget about postcards and tchotchkes for souvenirs for your next vacation.

Instead, opt for something that really represent the destination you’re visiting, like kilts in Scotland, or handmade shoes in Italy.

Learn how you can do it, and have a great travel experience, too.

With RIM’s introduction of the BlackBerry Bold and Apple’s announcement that its upcoming iPhone 2.0 will target business users, the battle is on for the business market.

Gadget guru Phil Baker investigates …

ROUND ONE: THE KEYBOARD

Each has taken a different approach to its overall design.

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Journalist Dave Demerjian of Autopia discusses carbon offset programs and how they’re affecting travel.

MSNBC travel columnist and veteran flight attendant James Wysong clues us in on “10 Ways Your Airline is Going to Change,” from his latest travel column.

Local guest Jane Daugherty, Pulitzer Prize finalist and former Palm Beach Post reporter discusses “the other Palm Beach” where she’s resided for the last seven years.

It’s one thing to obey the law when you travel, but what about countries that enforce unexpectedly strict laws? Here’s where you need to be extra cautious on your travels.

If you’re thinking of visiting Vietnam, it’s a good idea to do some online research ahead of time.

The Internet is a great resource for ideas you may not have thought of yourself: Hike among the ethnic minority villages of Tavan; spend a night with a Tay family; bike the backstreets of Hoi An.

“Don’t be afraid,” coax the Web sites. “This is not just for backpackers. Come meet the people.”

Which is just what Heather Zimes did on a recent trip to Vietnam. But, no, she didn’t sign up for a walking tour, hire an interpreter or travel with a guide. At least not a professional one.