HOMES
Island Oasis
In a verdant garden on one of St. Barth's highest hills, Peggy and Wilbert Hamstra built a high-altitude haven.

In Living Color
More images from the Hamstra's caribbean paradise.

Sea Inspired Trimmings
Our favorte holiday looks add coastal style.

Technicolor Dream
At home on Pawleys Island, Rick and Debbie Seid abandon traditional holiday decor for a Dr. Seuss-like Christmas.

Welcoming Home
With wreaths and boughs—and help from an architect—quilter Nancy Martin turned a patchwork house on Puget Sound into a seasonal extravaganza.

Hawii Sans the Hassle
This California rental has tropical style, a private beach, and room to spare.

More Power to You
When the electricity goes out, you don't have to be helpless.

TRAVEL
Waterfront Spree
The village of Seaside, Oregon, offers an appealing alternative for holiday shoppers.

At Ease in Belize
On this remote Caribbean island, “luxuries” include coconuts, thatched palapas, and—most important—hammocks.

Belizean Dos and Don'ts
To make your visit to Belize a breeze, follow this practical advice.

Tropical Time Out
If not for the sun's movement from one side of the hammock to the other, you might never know the day has passed on Ranguana Cay.

Walking From Inn to Inn
Come in from the cold and explore the historic hotels of Spring Lake, a Victorian enclave on the Jersey Shore.

Top 10 Sailor's Hangouts
We share our favorite places to overhear briny tales (and enjoy good grub, too).

Last-Minute Getaway Guide
Put those stockpiled vacation days to work before year’s end.

LIVING
Holiday Gift Guide '06
We’ve gathered together some of our favorite gifts for the season.

On the First Hula Christmas...
"To my dearest family: I regret to inform you that I cannot make it for the holidays this year. I will miss you all!"

Coastal Living Shell Guide
ID your beachcombing finds with our pictorial guide to North American shells.

So You Want to Live in ... Steilacoom, Washington
Small-town values thrive on the eastern shore of Puget Sound.

FOOD
Sage Advice
Pungent herbs add freshness to an easy meal.

Gourmet to Go
Leave your apron on the hook. Quick, easy, and delicious order-in foods are only a click away.

Where There's Smoke, There's Flavor
Salmon's firm, meaty texture and high oil content make it ideal for smoking.

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