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Top 10 best US college campuses to check out
Journey Etc. &bull Yesterday
Different college campuses all over the country are starting to get busy as another year starts to unravel. The air is buzzing with activity as people come pouring in from different places to embark on another academic adventure. It's interesting to note that aside from being a place where we can enrich our minds; these campuses are also a good place to check out when you're on vacation. Today, we're focusing on ten different places that are not only ideal for students but for tourists and wanderers, as well. For those who are a bit hesitant about getting in the… Full Story »
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Just No to New Fees and Yes to New Routes
Jaunted &bull Yesterday
FAME: Coming soon: A Pan Am Museum? Southwest LUVs New York so much that Newark is next The first in-flight gay marriage will happen on SAS Also: More airports with fun slides, please. LAME: These airports have bigger problems than… Full Story »
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Labor Day and beyond: Hit the seas with tall ships and 'pirates'
LA Times - Daily Deal Travel Blog &bull Yesterday
There's a lot going on Southern California seas this fall, and we're not talking about plush cruises. Vintage tall ships arrive in San Diego and Dana Point for rides, exploring and a bit of pirate mischief. Labor Day weekend: The… Full Story »
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LGBTQ Gay Travel to Virgina! Rainbow Over Richmond
New Gay Travel Guide &bull YesterdayWelcome to the new gay travel guide and information site. If you don't find what you are looking for, let us know! This site is dedicated to bringing you fun and exciting photos and the best gay travel information about exciting LGBT friendly places and gay events and gay news from around the world! We'll be covering the best information on LGBT travel in all forms. Gay hotels, gay… Full Story »
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Merida and the Artists that Love Her
Let's Go &bull Yesterday
Merida supports a flourishing art scene. Yucatan Living, an online magazine run by American ex-pats, produces a useful guide to galleries and artist studios. Arte, Puros, y Cafe. A newly opened gallery with works by Cuban artists. SoHo Galleries. SoHo… Full Story »
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Venice: Where to find delicious, homemade gelato
Eurocheapo &bull Yesterday
Finding the best gelaterias in Venice was undoubtedly some of the best research I've done for a blog post! It was hard work, but someone had to do it. Armed with determination (and a few companions), I started my search for good ice cream shops in Venice. When I mean good,… Full Story »
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Wooden boats enliven New Hampshire museum
Boston Globe Travel &bull Yesterday
The New Hampshire Boat Museum in Wolfeboro showcases many a wooden boat that might otherwise have gone to the burn pile. WOLFEBORO, N.H. - On a quiet July morning in 1910, Captain Frank Woodsum was steering the steamboat Armenia White into Sunapee Harbor when he blew a whistle to summon the purser. Woodsum was right. But that era and more lives… Full Story »
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Italy's olive groves on two wheels
Boston Globe Travel &bull Yesterday
Spend eight days pedaling through quaint villages on Ciclismo Classico's Olive Harvest Tour. The Arlington-based tour company offers trips to the Molise region departing Oct. 18. Learn about the production of olive oil, then meet a member of the Colavita… Full Story »
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A world of visionaries
Boston Globe Travel &bull Yesterday
THROUGH MAY 2 WASHINGTON"Beyond: Visions of Our Solar System'': If the title of this exhibition sounds familiar, it may be because it ran at the Worcester Art Museum in spring 2009 under the title "Beyond: Visions of Planetary Landscapes.' And… Full Story »
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A trip can survive tropical storm-strength winds
MSNBC Travel &bull Yesterday
Thar's a hurricane (or two) 'a coming, which doesn't bode well for anyone hitting the East Coast this Labor Day Weekend for one more splash in the ocean or dip in the pool before school begins and fall sets in. Despite our best-laid plans, weather can wreck havoc on our family vacations. Perhaps we can overlook the bad weather when it's a weekend getaway,… Full Story »
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Fitzgerald's Motel
The Family Travel Files - Vacation Ideas &bull YesterdayMission We are dedicated to providing a memorable experience in special overnight accommodations and attentive service. We treat our guests with professionalism and warm hospitality. When we say, "Welcome to the Fitzgerald Motel", we really mean it. The Wisconsin Dells Events 150th Anniversary Committee Board, the America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals, the Metropolitan Who's Who Registry, and Strathmore's Who's Who, named us as one of the country's best motels. You can credit Margaret, Eugene, Andrew, Katherine, and all of our staff for this. We take care of our guests and provide satisfaction and service with a smile. We are committed… Full Story »
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China Travel: What to Do in Shanghai in 48 Hours
Lost Girls World &bull Yesterday
When exploring a city's sights, I'm usually after quality, not quantity. In Paris, for example, I'd rather spend the day wandering around one exhibit at the Musee d'Orsay than try to pack in the whole Louvre. But in China, a country of 1.6 billion… Full Story »
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In Istanbul, 8,000 Years of History
NY Times Blog - Travel Q&A Blog &bull Yesterday
From the moment you enter the "Legendary Istanbul" exhibition at the Sakip Sabanci Museum, you are plunged into a dark and moody prehistoric forest, and, sitting on a tree stump, you watch as the Sea of Marmara forms. This dramatic video introduction is just the beginning of the amazing sights and sounds at "Legendary… Full Story »
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Chicago kicks off B-Cycle Program
Journey Etc. &bull Sep 2, 2010
Share a bike, win a friend. Well, that's not really how it goes by sharing is good. When the Complete Guide to Bike Sharing in North America was released last July 2010, Chicago wasn't able to join in the program… Full Story »
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The Worst Way to See San Antonio
International Herald Tribune - Travel & Dining &bull Sep 2, 2010
San Antonio must be a really great city to visit. I say that because I made the most ill-timed, boneheaded, rookie-error-filled, first-time visit in tourism history. And even then, I had a good time. Here was my plan: I'd arrive via overnight bus from Mexico, store… Full Story »
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Salzburg: Our favorite free (and cheap) activities
Eurocheapo &bull Sep 2, 2010
The hills may be alive with The Sound of Music in Salzburg, but there's plenty to do that doesn't involve Mozart and the Von Trapp family. For a trip down the less-touristy path, follow our tips on the best cheap (and… Full Story »
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Ashley Judd finds cause in Congo
CNN.com Travel &bull Sep 2, 2010
Editor's note: Ashley Judd traveled to eastern Congo, her second time to the region, with John Prendergast of the Enough Project at the Center for American Progress (http://www.enoughproject.org/). Since 2003, Ashley has traveled the world visiting vulnerable populations, especially girls and women, focusing on grassroots solutions that transform and save lives. Amongst other affiliations, she serves on the board of Population Services International. For more information on the campaign against conflict minerals visit raisehopeforcongo.org. She's meeting this week with local businessmen, officials and victims of rape and other atrocities in the Democratic Republic of Congo, to raise awareness about the… Full Story »
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Child Friendly Amsterdam Attractions: The Van Gogh Museum
Europe a la Carte Blog &bull Sep 2, 2010
Like many parents, we're constantly dragging our children along to art museums. And like many parents, we are accustomed to groans of "Oh no, not another museum!" Museums are starting to realize the importance of courting their future visitors and,… Full Story »
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Labor Day Getaway: Adventure Awaits at the Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey
Mommy Poppins &bull Sep 2, 2010
All aquariums have tropical fish, penguins and some sort of seal or sea lion, but what they don't have are the amazing touch tanks offered at the Adventure Aquarium in Camden, New Jersey. Nearly every exhibit has a touchable component (think sharks and jellyfish) plus they have two hippos on exhibit! Hopefully you read our post Six… Full Story »
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Tours along the Miami River full of history
MSNBC Travel &bull Sep 1, 2010
MIAMI - The Miami River isn't the prettiest body of water in the city. It's not the clearest or the cleanest, and it's certainly not made for swimming. But along its banks are remnants of Miami as it once was. Upstaged by the city's sizzling beaches and ocean views, the river often is overlooked. But visitors wishing for an unvarnished yet still charming view of Miami may consider touring the 5-mile-long waterway with HistoryMiami, the city's cultural and historical center. In Miami, you have these celebrity tours that just talk about who lives where: It's strictly a rich-and-famous thing," said… Full Story »
