I've been using the Canon line Kathryn juat posted for years, they are as close to a dslr as you can get without being one. I've had 3, the one I have right now is the sx20. If you can't tell, I love mine.
I really need to get a new camera, though, I've had this one for over 2 yrs. I'm probably going to get the newest version of this camera. I keep thinking I should move up to a dslr, but the thought of lugging around all that goes into it all the time always changes my mind. Hopefully I'll decide before my next trip
Anyway, I definitely recommend this line of canon cameras if you decide not to go to a DSLR.