Spring break is upon us, so join Lonely Planet Guide’s U.S. Editor and web personality Robert Reid, who reveals his favorite budget spring vacation ideas.

Many of us make New Year’s resolutions to lose weight, quit smoking or get fit. What if a vacation in a beautiful place could help you succeed?

Lonely Planet Guide’s U.S. Editor and web personality Robert Reid has a ton of great ideas for getting inspired on the road.

Whether it’s exploring grain elevators in Kansas, or getting ping-pong lessons from a pro, his irreverent take on inspiring travel is sure to get you packing.

Did you know that a huge prayer movement that uplifted the country during the depressed economy of the 1850s, began in New York City with the vision of one little-known man, Jeremiah Lanphier?

We visit his welcoming statue and learn about his legacy.

“Spend Less, See More” is the idea behind Pauline Frommer’s guides.

The award-winning writer (and daughter of travel guide legend Arthur Frommer) joins us to share the three top spots she has found inspiration: Guatemala, Yellowstone, and a surprising spot in D.C.

Sure, Broadway productions are huge, but they don’t compare to…Bavaria? Join us as we travel to Oberammergau, Germany, for the extraordinary Passion Play that’s been performed every decade since 1634 with a cast of thousands. We also explore the area’s rich spiritual offerings, from a hiking trail for meditation, to beautiful monasteries and cathedrals. If you’re yearning for inspiration, create your southern Germany itinerary with us. 

Join us on a trip to Turin (also known as Torino), Italy, home to a current exhibition of the Holy Shroud. If you can’t get there to see this holy artifact, plenty of other attractions in this region will make your spiritual journey bellissimo!

For more information visit turismotorino.org.

For more information on the Holy Shroud exhibition, visit sindone.org.

I recently read through about a dozen of our past Daily Guideposts books to create a weekly Lenten Devotional series we started on Ash Wednesday. And it reminded me of a daily email I used to get get from DailyGood.org. 

Returning to the site I discovered, happily, it's still going strong. Still delivering good, daily.

In the Guideposts' March 2010 issue you can meet Travel Channel star Samantha Brown, describing the unexpected destinations where she has found inspiration.

But what spots give her a lift when she’s home in New York City? Her answers will surprise you! Check out the video below.

Watching the 2010 Winter Olympics, it’s easy to be impressed by the many charms of the host city, Vancouver, Canada.

I’ll fill you in on this gold medal city’s inspirational spots, whether you seek relaxation, reflection, family fun or thrills.