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Travel Photo of the Day 6/18/2009 Governor Dodge State Park

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/18/2009 is of Governor Dodge State Park and was taken by BaylorBear78

Photo credit: BaylorBear78
Governor Dodge State Park is near the city of Dodgeville, Wisconsin. The state park is named after Henry Dodge, who is known for being the first governor of Wisconsin. The trees in Governor Dodge [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 6/17/2009

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2009 Airline In-Flight Entertainment Status Update || Jaunted
2009 has been the year when the US Domestic air carriers have really begun to step up their in-flight entertainment systems. We are no longer in the post-WWII era where airlines can cling to an occasional projector movie [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/17/2009 Montana de Oro State Park

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/17/2009 is of Montana de Oro State Park was taken by docentjoyce

Photo credit: docentjoyce
California has many beautiful state parks including Montaña de Oro. One of the prettiest flowers seen in this state park is the California poppy, which is especially prevalent on Bluff Trail. The California poppy [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 6/16/2009

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World’s top hotel mini-bars add luxury to nuts – Luxury- msnbc.com
Hotel minibars catering for a discerning type of guest are becoming more inventive with luxurious items such as Champagne cocktails and designer clothing found alongside the drinks and snacks.

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/16/2009 Dead Horse State Park

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/16/2009 Dead Horse State Park and was taken by mandj98

Photo credit: mandj98
Adjacent to the Canyonlands National Park is the Dead Horse Point State Park in Utah. You can see rustic colors and look down to the Colorado River. In this picture, you can see where the Colorado [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 6/15/2009

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elliott.org | Open your eyes: everything is about to change for travelers with the new iPhone
I mention this for two reasons. First, because a new iPhone is being released June 19. And second, because it now includes a feature that promises to change the way [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/15/2009 Chateau de Chillon

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/15/2009 is of Chateau de Chillon and was taken by Pear Biter

Photo credit: Pear Biter
In Lake Geneva is the Chillon Castle, which is also known as the Château de Chillon. This castle is comprised of 100 individual buildings that were connected one by one over time. The [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/14/2009 Capo Bianco Sicily

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/14/2009 is of Capo Bianco, Sicily and was taken by celerrimus

Photo credit: celerrimus

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/13/2009 Rialto bridge in Venice

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/13/2009 is of Rialto bridge in Venice, Italy-llamnudds940 and was taken by llamnudds

Photo credit: llamnudds
When you think of bridges in the city of Venice, the one you probably think of is Rialto Bridge. This bridge is the both the most famous and the oldest. It spans Venice’s [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 6/12/2009

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Things To Do On A Road Trip Alone – Entertain Yourself When Driving Alone
there are times when I take roadtrips on my own and I find that I’m just as easily bored in the car as my four year old. I don’t mind traveling alone [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/12/2009 Surfing in Japan

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/12/2009 is of surfing in Japan was taken by goodsurfers2009

Photo credit: goodsurfers2009
One of the most underrated surfing destinations on the globe is Japan. There are thousands of avid surfers in Japan. Near the city of Chiba, the waves are famous for being perfect both for amateurs and [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 6/11/2009

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June 10, 2000: A London Bridge Is Swaying Hard | This Day In Tech | Wired.com
Despite the appearance of an amusement-park ride, about 80,000 to 100,000 people crossed it on the first day. The dignified Millennium Bridge, opened by none other than Her Majesty Queen [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/11/2009 Tronador Chile and Argentina

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/11/2009 is of Cerro Tronador

Photo credit: .Luc.
Located on the border between Chile and Argentina, Tronador is a stratovolcano that has been extinct for thousands of years. The closest city is San Carlos de Bariloche, an Argentine city with a population of approximately 130,000.

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Travel Stories and News for 6/10/2009

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Life at the top: Luxury vacations for less – Jun. 5, 2009
Looking to get away? Good timing: The rates at high-end hotels have rarely been this low. From the Caymans to the U.S. capital, we found spots to suit any budget.

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/10/2009 Costa Rica Volcano

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/10/2009 was taken by TheLawleys

Photo credit: TheLawleys
Costa Rica is a wondrous land. Within the country, there are more than 200 volcanoes — with about 100 of the volcanoes still active. In this photo you can see one of the active volcanoes that is located in the Central [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 6/9/2009

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Record-breaking roller coasters – Active- msnbc.com
Roller coasters: You love them or hate them. But if you’re among the fanatics who worship the coaster gods, there’s an amazing worldwide assemblage of thrilling and chilling rides to choose from.

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/9/2009 Red Light District in Amsterdam

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/9/2009 is of Red Light District in Amsterdam and was taken by country_boy_shane

Photo credit: country_boy_shane
Amsterdam is known for many things, including the enticing Red Light District. The city of Amsterdam has a population of around 750,000, with the metro area having a population of more than two [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 6/8/2009

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Mile-High Dogfight: Real Sweat, Fake Weapons – Forbes.com
Golf too slow? These weekend warriors roar through the sky searching for the next ”kill.”Hitman screamed across an azure sky at 5,000 feet in hot pursuit of Mack Attack, pulling some serious Gs as he shot up out [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/8/2009 Portland

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/8/2009 is of Portland and was taken by StuSeeger

Photo credit: StuSeeger
The city of Portland is one of the most picturesque areas in the United States. The Williamette River flows next to downtown Portland and the Steel Bridge spans the length of the river. The Steel Bridge has [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/7/2009 Lake Walen Switzerland

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/7/2009 is of Lake Walen Switzerland and was taken by ForsterFoto

Photo credit: ForsterFoto
Lake Walen is a lake located in the country of Switzerland. This lake has water running into it from three rivers: Linth, Murgbach and Seez. The mountain range that surrounds this lake is the Churfirsten [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/6/2009 Majorca Island

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/6/2009 is of Majorca Island and was taken by Lanci Daniele

Photo credit: Lanci Daniele
Majorca Island is known for being the biggest island of Spain. Known for its breathtaking scenery, Majorca Island is a popular tourist destination — especially for vacationers coming from countries such as Ireland and [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/5/2009 Oia Greece

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/5/2009 is of Oia Greece and was taken by byrdiegyrl

Photo credit: byrdiegyrl
Oia is a Greek community located on the islands of Therasia and Thira. This area of Greece is known for their unique architecture consisting mostly of medieval Venetian houses. This picture shows Oia at sunset with [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/4/2009 Peruvian Andes

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/4/2009 is of Peruvian Andes and was taken by giovanni paccaloni

Photo credit: giovanni paccaloni
This picture is of the Andes in the country of Peru. In the picture, you can see green vegetation, white snow and red mineral ores. The Andes stretch for more than 4,200 miles and [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/3/2009 is of Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/3/2009 is of Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles and was taken by icraz

Griffith Observatory is a popular attraction in the Los Angeles area. Located in Griffith Park on Mount Hollywood, the Griffith Observatory is a great place view of the Los Angeles basin, as well as the stars [...]

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Travel Stories and News for 6/2/2009

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HowStuffWorks “10 Countries With the Highest Life Expectancy”
Want to live to a ripe old age? By far the most important factor in life expectancy is wealth; richer people tend to eat healthfully and smoke and drink less. They also have access to the best health [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/2/2009 is from the Mauna Kea Observatory in Hawaii

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/2/2009 is from the Mauna Kea Observatory in Hawaii and was taken by david907

Mauna Kea is a dormant volcano in the state of Hawaii. The top of the volcano is more than 13,000 feet off the ground. The amazing sunset makes this vantage point simply unforgettable.
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Travel Stories and News for 6/1/2009

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elliott.org | Vacation-phobia: Top 5 travel fears
Vacation-phobia: Top 5 travel fears
When Robin McMullin heard about the swine flu outbreak in Mexico, her heart sank. She had planned to celebrate her graduation from nursing school with a trip to an all-inclusive resort in Cancun. “When we [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 6/1/2009 Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West Scottsdale, Arizona

The Travel Photo of the Day for 6/1/2009 is of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin West, Scottsdale, Arizona and was taken by lumierefl

Frank Lloyd Wright was a famous architect who had more than 500 completed works to his name. In the final 21 years of his life, this is the house that he called home in [...]

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