You don't need a car to see America. And if you want to meet the people and enjoy the ride, train is the way to get from New York to Los Angeles It was just before noon, 10 miles outside Birmingham, Alabama, that the bomb threat was called in. I was in the...
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Archive for January 29th, 2010
The rail thing: across America by train
Jumeirah Beach Hotel Dubai
A landmark of luxury in Dubai, Jumeirah Beach Hotel elevates each guest’s vacation experience to a new level of opulence. All 598 rooms and suites have spectacular panoramic ocean views.
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One Man, One Idea, and how they became the pulse of an island nation.
There is no doubt, Bob Marley is Reggae music’s ambassador, spreading its gospel to the whole world and literally became the main reason for the popularity of Jamaica. Bob Marley’s outstanding and phenomenal efforts for the development of Jamaican music as we know it now carried the art to a higher level of spiritual...
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Thorri Feast
Reykjavík, Island Ancient Viking tradition of celebrating the end of winter and the coming of spring with dancing, singing and nice feasts. At the end of January, the festivities of traditional Icelandic food, hymns singing and dancing are on-going. Why not try out some of the traditional food of the Vikings such as...
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E Kanikapila Kakou Hawaiian Music Program 2010
Enjoy The Stories Behind the Songs at Kauai Beach Resort. All programs listed here are free, donations are welcome.
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Everglades National Park: An Eco-Travel Vacation in Florida
Florida’s Everglades National Park has been damaged by urban pollution over several decades. In light of two promising environmental restoration projects, Lynn Langway investigates active adventures and scenic beauty in an underappreciated American national park . It’s a sparkling Sunday morning in the Florida Everglades, and 16 alligators have congregated for some serious...
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$49 & up: Valentine’s Day Hotel Sale at up to 30% OFF
Savings across U.S., Canada, Mexico, Caribbean
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Storm-Watching Vacations
Of course, no one wants to get caught outside in a winter storm, but what if you could get a safe, dry front-row seat to watch a storm in action? For starters, don’t confuse the term “storm watching” with “storm chasing.” Storm chasing involves the somewhat dangerous experience of driving toward a tornado...
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Guest Post: Lanzarote’s Historical Background
As I spend the week traversing volcanic paths and soaking up some sun at Los Zocos Resort, on the island of Lanzarote, fellow travel author Nick Ball has offered to share some background on Lanzarote’s entangled past. Nick is proud to call Lanzarote home and is the author of Lanzarote Guidebook, a free...
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Get a $100 American Express Gift Card at Wyndham Hotels
Get a fifth night free and $100 American Express Gift Card when you stay five consecutive nights at Wyndham locations in the Caribbean and Mexico. Plus, discover Wyndham's rewards program.
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