Buildings of the The National Mall

The National Mall is especially these days as the location where the massive crowd formed to see the inauguration of President Barrack Obama. Over forty years ago, it was famous for a similar occasion when people gathered there to hear Martin Luther King’s “I have a dream” speech. The mall is also home to a wide array buildings, most of which are fabulous museums.

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Top Landmarks in London

Traveling London is an exciting adventure, there is so much to see and do it’s hard to fit it all into one trip but using the following guide will help you plan your visits to the top landmarks in London.

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Countries and Their Monsters

Monsters. What can you say? They’re awesome. Those interested in traveling to areas of historic significance may be frustrated that the kids couldn’t care less about a castle. But tell them a werewolf was once thought to live in the nearby forest and their ears will perk right up. Below is a list of several countries and their respective monsters. Some are steeped deep in ancient folklore, while others are modern machinations of Hollywood. Either way, a knowledge of monsters will add color to any vacation.

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Weekend Getaways in New York City

Few cities have as much to offer as New York City. This city is known the world over for everything it has to offer and you’d be hard pressed to find a better place to escape for a weekend getaway

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Top Ski Destinations in Colorado

Colorado with its towering mountain ranges is known as the best place in the United States to go skiing and it’s got some of the best resorts to complement the ski experience. Learn more about the top ski destinations in Colorado and then find the one that suits your ski style best.

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“Soaring With Fidel” Follows Birds Past Cuba

July 3, 2008

David Gessner’s new book is not just a bird book, like his previous one: Soaring with Fidel: An Osprey Odyssey from Cape Cod to Cuba and Beyond is quite definitely a travel book too, and not something that only bird lovers will appreciate. His journey follows the migration of the osprey he knows from Cape [...]

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Sightseeing in Cleveland

July 2, 2008

Cleveland, Ohio might not be the first place you think of for a summer vacation, but think again. The city, located along the shores of Lake Erie is home to a wealth of attractions as well as delightful, temperate summer temperatures and gentle lake breezes. Below is just a sampling of what the “North [...]

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Top Landmarks in Philadelphia

July 1, 2008
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If you’re planning to take a trip to Philadelphia and you want to make sure that you see all of the important things there are to see there then you need to put together a list of the top landmarks in the city. There are many different historic landmarks to explore in Philadelphia because of [...]

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Paris Beaches: Paris-Plage

June 28, 2008

Beaches in Paris? Bien sur! The “City of Lights” may be located well away from the sea, but that doesn’t mean residents and visitors “in the know” can’t enjoy an afternoon at the beach.

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Airlines Announce Cuts in Flights and Staff

June 27, 2008

Airlines across the United States are announcing cuts to flight schedules and redundancies for staff as the rising cost of fuel really throws a spanner in the works of the industry.
Everyone’s already been concerned that fewer people are flying to their vacation this summer – not that driving is much cheaper – and airlines have [...]

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Taxi rates in major cities

June 27, 2008

It happened again last week: In Washington, DC for a wedding, I took a cab from the Mall to my hotel and the driver took what I thought was a suspiciously long route that led to a suspiciously high fare. I didn’t say anything, but you don’t have to put yourself in this position. Most [...]

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China Travels: Where Underpants Come From

June 26, 2008

In the tradition of WhereAmIWearing.com, New Zealand writer Joe Bennett bought a pack of five pieces of underwear from his local mega-market and then wondered where they really came from. Thus began a journey into China and beyond to find out Where Underpants Come From, subtitled From Checkout to Cotton Field – Travels Through the [...]

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Disney Port Orleans Riverside Hotel Review

June 25, 2008
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The charm and appeal of this resort is obvious from your first arrival at this moderate Disney location. The theme of the resort is a Louisiana Bayou, with its plantation style and rustic style guest rooms. The mansion type rooms are part of the Magnolia Bend section of the resort, while the rustic lodge type [...]

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Amsterdam Museums

June 23, 2008

Amsterdam Canal. Flickr

Amsterdam is an amazing capital city in the Netherlands that people go to visit for a variety of different reasons. Many travelers go here to experience the permissive lifestyle of a city with a world-renowned Red Light District and a liberal stance on the use of recreational drugs. However, a majority of the [...]

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Try Taking a Narrow Dog to Carcasonne

June 19, 2008

Terry Darlington might be the new Bill Bryson. His first travel narrative, Narrow Dog to Carcasonne, is a hilarious read and a real page-turner. Darlington and his wife Monica are a retired English couple who’ve bought a narrow boat to take on vacations, and they get quite addicted to the lifestyle of traveling along England’s [...]

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Sightseeing in Los Angeles

June 17, 2008
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If you’re planning a vacation to Los Angeles, you might want to change your ticket to accommodate a longer trip than originally planned because you’re going to quickly discover that there’s so much to do in this city that you’ll never want to go home. You can spend an entire vacation just enjoying the beaches [...]

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Best Places to Shop in Miami

June 16, 2008

The downtown Miami skyline.

Miami’s mixture of cultures gives the city a vibrant and interesting ambiance. It also combines to offer a diverse selection of shops, from traditional malls to outlet stores to downtown shopping with a view of the harbor. Below is just a sampling of the best places to shop in Miami.

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Houston Sports Teams and their Stadiums

June 16, 2008

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Texans love their sports. Whether it’s football, basketball, hockey, or baseball, there’s sure to be a large crowd cheering on the home team. Are you new to the area or planning a visit? Here’s a run-down on the Houston teams and where they play:

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Expo Zaragoza 2008 Opens This Weekend

June 13, 2008

The big travel destination for Europe this summer should be Spain, because this weekend the Expo Zaragoza 2008 opens up, ready to entertain travelers for the next three months. From now on, Zaragoza should be hitting the headlines with a whole lot more regularity.
World Expos like this are scheduled about four years in advance, so [...]

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Get Etiquette Tips from Going Dutch in Beijing

June 12, 2008

It’s always good to know something about the etiquette and customs of the country you’re going to travel to – and Mark McCrum’s newest book Going Dutch in Beijing: How to Behave Properly When Far Away From Home is an entertaining way to get informed.

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Historic Landmarks in Chicago

June 9, 2008

A view of the Chicago skyline from the harbor. Flickr

Chicago is one of the most modern cutting-edge urban areas in the United States. However, like all modern cities, it only became that way over a long period of time during which a rich and interesting history was developed. You may go to Chicago today to [...]

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2007 Tourist Figures Tell Many Stories

June 6, 2008

Although it’s almost the middle of the year, it’s around this time that a whole lot of official statistics from travel and tourism during the year 2007 seem to be released. Amongst all the figures are a few surprises that don’t necessarily seem to match up with the rising cost of travel, especially of flying. [...]

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Tour the World’s Smallest “Nations”

June 5, 2008

Lonely Planet’s Micro Nations is a travel guide book with a difference. It’s a tour of the world’s “micro nations” – tiny pieces of land that think they’re legitimate nations. Technically speaking, some of them are, at least according to a 1993 convention, but neither the United Nations or any other “real” country agree.

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Travel Deals of the Week 6/4/2008

June 4, 2008

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Art Galleries in Rome

June 2, 2008

Gallerie Nazionale d’Arte Moderna Rome. Flickr.

A person who is interested in the history of art can best explore that history by going to the major cities which have been important to art movements over time. There is arguably no better city in the world to experience that type of travel than the city of Rome. [...]

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Now Airlines Charge More For Everything

May 30, 2008

Last week’s news that American Airlines would be adding a US$15 charge for the first checked piece of baggage was bad enough. But it turns out that this was just the tip of the iceberg. Numerous airlines have just announced increases in various fees and charges, and without exception, the airlines are blaming the rising [...]

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Louis Theroux Calls Out the Weird of America

May 29, 2008

The Call of the Weird

A road trip often makes for a good travel story, and Louis Theroux’s strange drive around the United States to create his book Call of the Weird is no exception. The book’s subtitle, “Encounters with Survivalists, Porn Stars, Alien Killers and Ike Turner” gives you a taste of what Theroux came [...]

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Travel Deals of the Week 5/27/2008

May 27, 2008

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Museums in Philadelphia

May 26, 2008

The famous Love sculpture in downtown Philadelphia. Flickr.

Philadelphia is a city which is rich with history but which is also on the cutting edge of the most modern trends in America today. Filled with landmarks dating back to the American Revolution and earlier, Philadelphia is certainly a place where you can go to see what [...]

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American Airlines Charges You For Baggage

May 23, 2008

A fair few budget airlines over in Europe have been doing it, but there’s been a shocked reaction this week in the US after American Airlines announced that they will start charging passengers a $15 fee for checked baggage.
The charge starts from June 15, and will apply to all American Airlines passengers who buy a [...]

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Sightseeing in Phoenix

May 23, 2008

Downtown Phoenix. Flickr

Phoenix, Arizona is blessed with sunny weather, a casual lifestyle, and a plethora of things to do and see. Whether you’re just visiting the city for a few days or are a life-long resident, there’s always something new to experience. Below are just a few Phoenix sightseeing ideas:

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Discover Tony Horwitz’s Long, Strange Voyage

May 22, 2008

A Voyage Long and Strange

Tony Horwitz has got a new book out, and before you even open it you can have a strong feeling that it’s going to be a good read. Horwitz is a Pulitzer prize winning journalist who likes to get out and about in the world, and to look back into history [...]

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Best Places to Shop in Toronto

May 21, 2008

Toronto Skyline

Toronto, the largest city in Canada and its economic and financial center, is a very international city. In fact, almost half of the city’s population was born outside of Canada. The diversity gives Toronto a very cosmopolitan flair. It was makes for some interesting shopping. Below are just a few of the best places [...]

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Travel Deals of the Week 5/20/2008

May 20, 2008

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Best Places to Shop in Las Vegas

May 19, 2008
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Las Vegas nights are almost always busy. You grab dinner at a top restaurant or a favorite buffet, catch a Cirque du Soleil show in the evening, head to the clubs afterwards and then stay up all night playing the slots. This activity may encourage you to sleep in but you’ll still have afternoons free [...]

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