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Highlights Of Huntsville
By James Richardson
Huntsville is not called the Rocket City without reason! The U.S. Space and Rocket Center is great! But Huntsville has more surprises for visitors.
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Montgomery, Alabama: Confederacy To Civil Rights!
By Pamela Watson
This Deep South gem offers sports and recreation, family attractions and historical sites, tons of great restaurants, and an active arts community. A surprisingly diverse vacation destination!
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Air Crossroads Of The World: Anchorage, Alaska
By Lisa Fritscher
Dubbed the Air Crossroads of the World, Anchorage, Alaska is a big city with a small town feel. Discover the famous tourist stops and hidden treasures.
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Alaska's Capital City: Juneau, Alaska
By Lisa Fritscher
At once a major state capital and a rugged seaside village, Juneau, Alaska truly offers something for everyone. Discover the excitement around every bend.
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Grizzly Bears: Katmai National Park, Alaska
By Michael Hood
The last frontier! Come explore REALLY wild wilderness, where you can fly fish, hike the back country, and get close up and personal with Alaskan Bears!
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Alaska Starts Here: Seward, Alaska
By Lisa Fritscher
The gateway to Alaska’s wonders, Seward is both a busy tourist stop and a sleepy fishing village. Adventures and surprises lie around every corner.
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Grand Canyon--Insider's Secrets For The Best Day Trip
By Stacey Wittig
Discover insider secrets to planning a satisfying Grand Canyon day trip. See more than the average visitor does by strategically avoiding crowds during peak times of the day.
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Sedona: Center Of Arizona's Red Rock Country
By Lynne Sullivan
Surrounded by massive red sandstone mountains set in the vast Coconino National Forest of northern Arizona, Sedona is a magnet for artists, outdoor adventurists, and vacationers seeking new ways to escape the stress of modern life.
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There Is Only One Berkeley
By Brad Olsen
This unconventional town, nestled between rolling hills and the San Francisco Bay, is home to a prestigious university, eclectic architecture, intriguing public art, and colorful street vendors.
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Bodie, California: Mining Town In Pristine Preservation
By Jerry Kalman
Bodie State Historical Park is an authentic ghost town that sprawls over 1000 acres and has easily accessible streets, trails and paths through California's Sierra foothills.
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California Mission: La Purisima
By Gordon L. Burgett
Within a 1900-acre state park, this fully reconstructed mission includes a dozen buildings, fountains, lavanderias, and 1820s-era livestock, poultry, and flora. The "most interesting" of the California missions!
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The Four Faces Of Los Angeles
By Julia Drake
Sunny LA! A thriving art scene, diverse museums, multi-ethnic restaurants, famous shopping districts, and a wildly colorful mix of personalities, styles and cultures. WOW!
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Malibu, Where California's Stars Hide
By Diana Funaro
Malibu is famous for movie stars, surfers, and great beaches, but it is also a sophisticated city in its own right with fine dining, trendy fashion boutiques, and world renowned art.
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Morro Bay: A Nature Lover's Paradise
By Ruth Ann Angus
Unspoiled beaches, fun festivals, and warm hospitality! This eco-friendly town beckons with outdoor sports and amazing marine life, alongside eclectic shops and fine dining experiences...
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Exotic Palm Springs California
By Suzanne Hogsett
This desert getaway offers a European-style "village," Mid-Century Modern architecture, great food, spectacular hiking and golfing, affordable intimate lodging, and a star-studded past.
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California's Point Reyes National Seashore
By Brad Olsen
Rocky headlands, pristine estuaries, freshwater lakes, saltwater marshes, waterfalls, windswept beaches, and virgin woodlands all create a wilderness haven for outdoor enthusiasts...
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Little Italy & Gaslamp Quarter: San Diego, California
By Jordan Clary
Ooohh... visit two dynamic downtown neighborhoods with warm sunshine, delicious food, great shopping and terrific night life. A perfect getaway city any time of the year!
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America's Largest Chinatown: San Francisco
By Barbara Rockwell
San Francisco's vibrant, ever-packed Chinatown brims with bright facades, ethnic restaurants, serene teahouses, noisy markets, old-world apothecaries, and more!
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Angel Island: Guarding San Francisco's Bay
By Brad Olsen
This woodland-covered mountain island provides tram trips, nature hikes, and historic tours. An adventure lover's delight... campers welcome!
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San Francisco's Ferry Building And Embarcadero
By Laura Del Rosso
Everyone's favorite - a gourmet feast! The best regional foods and fabulous restaurants await inside this reinvented landmark: a delightful farmer's market, fresh local cuisine, sinful desserts - ooh, the temptations!!!
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San Francisco's North Beach
By Suzanne Hogsett
Lying between Chinatown and Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco's Italian North Beach neighborhood evokes a colorful past and lively Bohemian present with a European vibe.
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San Francisco’s Academy Of Sciences
By Brad Olsen
Marvel at the deepest coral reef aquarium in the world, a four-story tropical rain forest, a towering T-rex skeleton, a colony of African penguins, and a fully immersive digital planetarium!
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The National Recreation Areas Of San Francisco
By Brad Olsen
Within city limits, the Golden Gate National Recreation Area encompasses developed sections such as the presidio, fort, and museum, along with windswept beaches and miles of secluded hiking trails.
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The Open Spaces Of California’s Marin County
By Brad Olsen
This section of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area includes woodlands, a fort, a valley, a lagoon, and the incomparable Headlands with breathtaking views of San Francisco!
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The Spectacular Golden Gate Park
By Brad Olsen
Enjoy world-class museums amidst lakes, bridges, waterfalls, trails, gardens, sporting areas and public art, in the largest man-made park in the world!
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Wine And More, California's San Simeon To Morro Bay
By Ruth Ann Angus
This world-renowned wine region is beautiful... between tastes, try hiking, kayaking, fishing, or surfing, but beware! The antique shopping is contagious and can prove habit-forming!
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Santa Barbara Waterfront
By Sheila Fox Tanksley
Santa Barbara IS the American Riviera! Her waterfront is unique, with its south-facing coastline, Mediterranean weather, lively harbor, and historic Stearns Wharf. Stay and play!
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Santa Barbara: From The Mission To The Wharf
By Nancy Shobe
Take a 3-mile walk from the "Queen of the Missions" past historic adobe homes and performing arts institutions. Then the lively downtown and wharf are perfect for a shopping and dining extravaganza!
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Surf’s Up In Santa Cruz
By Brad Olsen
The iconic seaside town of Santa Cruz is located on the northern edge of the Monterey Bay in Northern California. The weather is mild, the politics liberal, and the surfing is world class!
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Sausalito: San Francisco's Favorite Getaway
By Gordon L. Burgett
This charming village, cloaked in nautical ambiance, is accessible by ferry, car, bus or bicycle. Crisp air, delectable dining, and unforgettable vistas: Sausalito beckons!
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Breathtaking Yosemite Valley
By Brad Olsen
The iconic Yosemite Valley is the main attraction of the much larger Yosemite National Park, centrally located in California’s High Sierra Nevada mountain range. Yosemite Valley is world renowned for its stunning natural beauty.
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Victorian Breckenridge
By Lisa Mercer
In this once prosperous mining town, ghosts of slaves, gunslingers and shady ladies now hide in history's shadows, awaiting your discovery.
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Near Denver: Colorado's Hot Springs Trail
By Kathryn Brockman
Want to get into hot water? A relaxing world of geothermal springs is set amidst towering mountains, raging whitewaters, and spiritual valleys... plus a winery, some goats, and a swing-fling!
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Winter In Colorado's Steamboat Springs
By Andrea Kennedy
This town is so far off the beaten path you have to intend to get there! Its charming western character and secret ski trails are treasures for lucky adventurers...
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Mystic, Connecticut: Across The Centuries
By Mary Ronau
Explore across the ages: from an eclectic 17th century village, to a 19th century whaling town, to trendy urban shops and restaurants!
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Cherry Blossoms & Washington D.C.'s Tidal Basin
By Mary Ellen Dawley
Regardless of the season, monumental views make it hard to pass up this tour around the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C.
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Washington D.C.'s National Mall
By Gaston Lacombe
The most powerful political symbols of the United States, the Capitol Building and the White House, share this vast parkland with some of the world's greatest museums.
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Fort Lauderdale: More Than Spring Break!
By John Clites
"The Venice of America," Fort Lauderdale offers shopping, art, music, museums, and history, all located conveniently close together under a sunny tropical sky.
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Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge
By Kathleen and Martin Walls
Merritt Island Wildlife Refuge is one of the largest refuges in Florida. It is home to thousands of unique species. This tour is a visit to a natural world unlike any other place on earth.
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Driving Main Park Road, Everglades National Park
By Sandra Friend
Immerse yourself in the wilds of the Florida Peninsula! This 39-mile drive showcases the uniqueness of the Everglades from the comfort of your car.
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The Art Deco Historical District Of Florida's South Beach
By Martin Crossland
This walking tour wows with information packed into an unforgettable two hours of art, architecture, and sun-drenched attitude!
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Adult Tour Of Disney's Hollywood Studios
By Lisa Fritscher
You're the star of the show! A former Cast Member reveals behind-the-scenes movie magic... ah, the glamour and intrigue of the silver screen...!
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Adult Trip To Magic Kingdom, WDW
By Lisa Fritscher
Romance, history, and fine dining? Yes! A former Cast Member lets you peek behind the scenes to learn how the magic is created. Control costs and avoid crowds, too!
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Adult Trip To Universal Studios Orlando
By Lisa Fritscher
The romance of the silver screen! The thrills of horror films! A former employee maximizes your time and money on this unique vacation alternative for adults. Yes, adults!
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Adult Trip To Universal's Islands Of Adventure
By Lisa Fritscher
Re-enter the land of childhood fantasy in unprecedented ways at the most technologically advanced theme park in the world. A former employee shares the inside scoop!
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Disney's Animal Kingdom For Adults
By Lisa Fritscher
Exotic wildlife, intense thrill rides, and world-class entertainment! Join a former Cast Member for an insider’s look at this unique park.
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Disney's Animal Kingdom For Those With Disabilities
By Lisa Fritscher
Far more than a simple zoo! With over 200 species of wildlife and a variety of shows and attractions, this huge park offers a world of exotic adventures to everyone!
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Disney's Epcot For Adults
By Lisa Fritscher
Blending education and entertainment, thrills and cultural events, Epcot is a wonderful destination for adults of all ages and interests.
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Disney's Epcot For Those With Disabilities
By Lisa Fritscher
Part education, part entertainment, Epcot is a place of learning and discovery! Explore the myriad of disability accommodations with a former Cast Member.
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Disney's Hollywood Studios For Those With Disabilities
By Lisa Fritscher
Attractions, entertainers, and even restaurants put you in the middle of the action. Save money, maximize your time, and choose what to do that's right for you!
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Epcot For Families
By Lisa Fritscher
Part education, part entertainment, and all excitement! This showcase for world harmony and exciting new technology is a wonderful place for families to explore and learn together.
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Family Trip To Disney's Animal Kingdom
By Lisa Fritscher
NOT your local zoo! Along with exotic wildlife, this 500-acre adventure wonderland features rides, shows, and attractions that are perfect for your entire family.
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Family Trip To Disney's Hollywood Studios
By Lisa Fritscher
From grandma to grandkid, your entire family is the star of the show! Enter glamorous 1920s Hollywood for an adventure you will never forget!
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Family Trip To Magic Kingdom, WDW
By Lisa Fritscher
Join a former Cast Member as you weave through a wonderful blend of joyous thrills and quiet attractions, carefully crafted for the entire family to enjoy together.
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Family Trip To Universal Studios Orlando
By Lisa Fritscher
Done Disney? Here is a unique alternative. From the harrowing thrills of The Mummy to the charming delights of E.T., this exciting park has total family entertainment.
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Family Trip To Universal's Islands Of Adventure
By Lisa Fritscher
Juggle the needs of family members of all ages! Minimize your costs and maximize your enjoyment, all while secretly fulfilling your childhood fantasies... we promise we won't tell!
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Kids' Trip To Disney's Animal Kingdom
By Lisa Fritscher
Close-up encounters with over 200 species of wildlife, beloved Disney characters in summer camp outfits, and spectacular rides and shows! They'll never suspect it's educational...!
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Kids' Trip To Disney's Hollywood Studios
By Lisa Fritscher
Kids can live out their dreams of being a star! Learn tips and tricks to save money, maximize time, and decide which experiences are best for your brood.
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Kids' Trip To Epcot
By Lisa Fritscher
Embedded into top-notch rides and shows are valuable lessons in science and world cultures, many of which are specifically designed for the youngest visitors. We LOVE edu-tainment!
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Kids' Trip To Magic Kingdom, WDW
By Lisa Fritscher
Stay ahead of the crowds! Join a former Cast Member for tips on choosing the best attractions, balancing rest breaks with thrills, and controlling costs without sacrificing excitement...
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Kids' Trip To Universal Studios Orlando
By Lisa Fritscher
Cuddling with Barney, splashing in fountains, meeting animal stars or lovable aliens, this park keeps even the smallest child entertained. Brings out the kid in YOU, too!
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Kids' Trip To Universal's Islands Of Adventure
By Lisa Fritscher
Avoid family meltdowns! This world of childhood dreams and fantasies provides thrills and excitement for even the youngest members of the family. Tips to save money, too!
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The Magic Kingdom With Disabilities, WDW
By Lisa Fritscher
A former Cast Member helps you navigate the streamlined system of disability access, just like a pro. Minimize costs... maximize excitement!
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Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights
By Lisa Fritscher
Enter the realm of nightmares inside one of the top Halloween events anywhere... an intense spook-tacular full of crowds, special effects, and sheer terror. Yikes!
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Universal Studios Orlando With Disabilities
By Lisa Fritscher
A former employee is your personal VIP guide! This "thrill park" is a world leader in accessibility, and brief descriptions help you choose attractions that suit your needs.
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Universal's Islands Of Adventure With Disabilities
By Lisa Fritscher
Not just thrill rides: this is a highly immersive, technologically advanced fantasy world featuring numerous attractions, shops and dining locations that are appropriate for everyone!
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St. Augustine, Florida: America’s Oldest City
By Pamela Watson
Filled with history, art, architecture, great dining and more than a few ghosts, visiting St. Augustine is like visiting Spain - without the jet lag!
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Tampa Gone Wild
By Kathleen and Martin Walls
Wildlife attractions are one of the key reasons that Tampa, Florida, is a vacation Mecca.
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Atlanta, Georgia In The Wild!
By Kathleen Walls
Atlanta Metro Area offers so much more than sophisticated nightlife. The natural attractions are among the most interesting anywhere. This tour brings the best of them to life for you.
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Doing Downtown Atlanta
By Kathleen Walls
See all the downtown favorites of this upbeat Southern city without breaking the gas budget or fighting traffic. These beauties are all walkable. Even the State Capital is just over a mile away.
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Chicago's Front Yard: Grant Park
By Brad Olsen
Grant Park is frequently referred to as Chicago’s front yard. Spanning alongside prime Lake Michigan frontage, the park features the new Millennium Park, the Art Institute, and three other cultural gems in the Museum Campus section of Grant Park.
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Chicago’s Lincoln Park
By Brad Olsen
As Chicago’s largest public park, Lincoln Park features a world-class zoo, an outdoor theater, a rowing canal, the Chicago History Museum, several beaches, lagoons, dozens of playing fields, and many famous statues.
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The Maine Attraction
By Brad Olsen
Try gem hunting, or kayaking past lighthouses... visit quaint coastal villages and pristine wilderness... join us in search of the best adventures to be found in Maine!
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Baltimore, Reborn And Booming!
By Julie Hatfield
Once a city of high crime and decay, Baltimore has rebuilt itself into a safe tourist mecca of fun, history, and entertainment, its quirky sense of humor intact. Each Baltimore neighborhood has its own distinct story.
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Boston's Green Pathways
By Ken Lovering
With the recent opening of the Rose Kennedy Greenway, Boston has become a paradise for city strollers and nature lovers alike. We’ll enjoy a tree-lined saunter through the history and culture of a nation’s birthplace.
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Nantucket, The Faraway Isle
By Alison Abbott
Incredible beaches and fascinating history are what Nantucket is all about. Come ashore and take a two-wheel tour along some of its 35 miles of perfect bike paths.
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Michigan's Magical Mackinac Island
By Tina Lassen
Hop on a bicycle or a horse-drawn carriage to explore this unique auto-free island, filled with natural beauty and a bustling historic downtown.
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Branson: Magic In The Midwest
By Jim Burgett
This is the Midwest's version of Las Vegas! It comes complete with shows, museums, golf courses, lakes, outstanding attractions, AND it's reasonably priced. Who knew? Now you!
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Helena: The Heart Of Montana's Big Sky Country
By Alina Bradford
Even in "The Best Small Arts Town," Old West history can hit home with authentic miner's grub, digging for sapphires, and going for a wagon ride to dinner in a teepee!
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Burning Man: Nevada's Annual Instant City
By Brad Olsen
What do crazy parties, interactive art, mutant vehicles, scorching desert heat, and inner purification all have in common? They are integral features of the annual Burning Man Arts Festival.
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Family Fun In Las Vegas
By Brad Olsen
Las Vegas cannot be characterized only by the “Strip” of giant casinos. There is much more to “Sin City” than meets the eye, including the beautiful desert surroundings. This Vegas tour will go town and country.
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Exploring Albuquerque's Old Town And Beach
By Robyn Harrison
Whether you’re into history or science, art or food, wildlife, or wildflowers, Old Town Albuquerque has something to enchant and delight tourists of all ages.
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Uncover Hidden Mysteries At New Mexico's Bandelier
By Stacey Wittig
This national monument reveals petroglyphs, potsherds, odd geological formations, and unique ruins carved into volcanic tuff. A must for adventurous hikers, campers, and archaeology buffs!
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Santa Fe, New Mexico: Culture Fusion
By Stacey Wittig
Native cultures meld with Spanish colonialism in this sunny, picturesque valley. Think of it! Chilies and chocolate ... yum!
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Take A Tasty Trip To New York's Little Italy
By Maria Liberati
It may look like one of the tiniest sections of Manhattan, but this charming neighborhood is full to bursting with rich history, traditional flavors, and modern-day fun!
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The Splendor Of New York City’s Central Park
By Brad Olsen
Central Park is a public recreational area situated in the middle of America’s largest city. This green rectangular oasis attracts 25 million visitors annually, and features two world-class museums.
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Navigating New York's Nyack On The Hudson
By Sara Cann
A short ride from NYC! The Hudson River wraps around this small, artsy town, where travelers - as well as dwellers - gather to experience antiquing, entertainment, food and culture.
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Raleigh, North Carolina: Highlights
By John Suddath
Raleigh ranks as one of the top ten cities in the US. Come sample what makes it exciting as well as economical.
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Historic Downtown Wilmington
By Maria Goudiss
Nestled on the banks of a river, this city's historic brick streets and antebellum mansions have made it a charming setting for numerous movies...
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Philadelphia's Italian Market Tour
By Maria Liberati
Food lovers have been flocking here for over 100 years. You'll find a tempting array of local provisions like fresh, hand-made pasta and just-picked produce right alongside exotic Italian imports.
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Four Fun Hikes In The Smokies
By Deborah Huso
The Great Smoky Mountains National Park has 800 miles of hiking trails. Here are four good picks for hikes, from easy to strenuous.
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Newfound Gap Road And The Great Smoky Mountains
By Deborah Huso
The Newfound Gap Road is the main thoroughfare through the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and provides a half-day overview of the park's offerings.
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Galveston: The Greatest Island Of Texas
By Lois Kerschen
Galveston offers beaches, boating, a waterpark, a rain forest, an aquarium, shopping, and fresh seafood - all packaged with dramatic history and romance in a Victorian era setting.
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Hiking Arches National Park In A Day
By Thomas Candee
This tour is tailored for the party who wants the "up close and personal" Arches National Park experience that only hiking can provide. The tour covers notable features including Delicate Arch, Landscape Arch, and the Fiery Furnace.
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Temple Square And Downtown Salt Lake City
By Tina Lassen
One of the major cities of the American West, Salt Lake City boasts a colorful heritage as the state capital, Winter Olympic host, and home of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
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Cycling Two Of Virginias Best Railroad-converted Bike Trail
By Gordon L. Burgett
Two of Virginias best railroad-converted bike trails cross the history-steeped southwest corner of the state. Ride the Virginia Creeper Trail and the New River Trail across 91 miles of backwoods beauty.
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Colonial Williamsburg: A Winter Visit
By Nicole Lemery
In Colonial Williamsburg, history and hospitality spill from taverns, shops, and reconstructed buildings, and is best enjoyed simply by strolling down Duke of Gloucester Street.
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Maryhill: Guarding The Columbia River Gorge
By Cheryl Probst
The other Washington has a secret: stunning panoramas, an award-winning winery, an enviable collection of Rodins, and Stonehenge... surprise!
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Seattle: Gem Of The Northwest
By Dionne Gordon
Seattle is dedicated to bringing beauty, nature, and artwork to the urban landscape. On this tour we’ll see iconic landmarks, fabulous shopping, architectural marvels, historic buildings and even a park that sits atop the freeway.
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