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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Travel News and Stories for 10/16/2009

October 16, 2009

Below is a list of travel news and stories for 10/16/2009
Top Ten10 Snow Resorts for Families Parents magazine recommends 10 snow resorts for families. http://abcnews.go.com
Obama Administration Favors Blue States for Travel? Obama, top officials focus taxpayer-paid travel on Democratic-leaning states. http://abcnews.go.com
Sky-high government fines against United, US Airways for safety violations In yet [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day Patagoni

October 16, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/16/2009 is of Patagonia and was taken by reurinkjan

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Patagonia is a name used to describe the geographic region contained by the southernmost part of South America, located in Argentina and Chile. Chile’s Patagonia has become immensely popular as a tourist destination for visitors from all [...]

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Spas in Atlanta

October 16, 2009
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Anyone who’s ever driven through the city of Atlanta probably understands the need for relaxation in this city, just the stress of the traffic alone can drain you. So if you’re in the Atlanta area why not check out some of their incredible spas. Your best bet is to schedule your spa visit to coincide [...]

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Travel News and Stories for 10/15/2009

October 15, 2009

Below is a list of travel news and stories for 10/15/2009
Arizona Wineries Rise Above Desert Climate In desert, family run wineries, vineyards prove to be their own wine charms. http://abcnews.go.com
The Eternal City: 48 Hours in Rome ABC News suggests some of the best things to do if you have two days in Rome. [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day Gardon River France

October 15, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/15/2009 is of Gardon River France and was taken by Wolfgang Staudt

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The Gardon or Gard river is located in Southern France, taking its name from the Gard department. Beginning in the Cevenes range of mountains, the Gardon ends in the Rhone river. The river [...]

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Romantic Destinations in Baltimore

October 15, 2009
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Baltimore may not be the most romantic destination for couples but there are several places in Baltimore that can inspire romance between you and your sweetheart.

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Travel News and Stories for 10/14/2009

October 14, 2009

Below is a list of travel news and stories for 10/14/2009
Top 10 Free Attractions in London Once the center of the British Empire, London remains the largest city in Europe and is home to an incredibly diverse population, as well as countless historical and cultural gems. http://abcnews.go.com All Aboard a Cruise to [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day Temagami Ontario

October 14, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/14/2009 is of Temagami Ontario, Canada and was taken by Joel Bedford

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Temagami is located in northwestern Ontario, Canada, a region that surrounds Lake Temagami. The area is home to a large aboriginal population which is officially referred to as the Temagami First Nation. Many [...]

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Nightclubs and Nightlife in Chicago

October 14, 2009
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Chicago is a great city if you’re in the mood for some nightlife. The Windy City is full of incredible bars and nightclubs which can fit almost any type of partier.

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Travel News and Stories for 10/13/2009

October 13, 2009

Below is a list of travel news and stories for 10/13/2009
Where You Can Score a Free Honeymoon Marriage on the rocks? Honeymoon by the beach: Malaysia state offers free vacations to couples http://abcnews.go.com
What Could Have Been Germany and Japan have something in common — and we’re not talking about World War II here. [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day Western Cape in South Africa

October 13, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/13/2009 is of Western Cape in South Africa and was taken by geoftheref

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Western Cape is a province of South Africa located in the southwestern portion of the country. The province is distinguished by its extremely diverse topography, with much of the province dominated by the [...]

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Best Places to Shop in Las Vegas

October 13, 2009
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You may not think of Las Vegas as a shopper’s paradise but it actually is the perfect shopping hot spot for the savvy shopper. Forget the overpriced jewelry and tacky souvenirs of the past, today shopping in Las Vegas is so much more with almost anything you could ever want.

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Travel News and Stories for 10/12/2009

October 12, 2009

Below is a list of travel news and stories for 10/12/2009
Quake Preps Paid Off for Indonesian Village Indonesian village Mangopo had no fatalities, unlike other nearby villages http://abcnews.go.com
Astronaut Needed for Trip to Titan. Bad news: it’s one-way. Astronaut Needed: Craigslist ad wants someone for a trip to Titan, $25K cash. Only drawback – [...]

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The Travel Photo of the Day Azure Window in Malta

October 12, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/12/2009 is of Azure Window in Malta and was taken by Glen Bowman

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The Azure Window is a rock formation located on Gozo, an island of Malta. Like the name suggests, the Azure Window consists of a table-like rock that sits over the sea, creating [...]

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Sightseeing in St. Louis

October 12, 2009
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St. Louis is one of those cities that is just packed with activities for locals and tourists to do and see. From the world famous Gateway Arch and the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales to the little known Historic city of Kimmswick, there is something for everyone when sightseeing in St. Louis.

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Travel Photo of the Day Berlin Cathedral

October 11, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/11/2009 is of the Berlin Cathedral and was taken by Wolfgang Staudt

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The Berlin Cathedral, or Berliner Dom in German, is an Evangelical Supreme Parish and Collegiate Church located in Berlin, Germany, on Museum Island. Although the cathedral as it appears today is only about [...]

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The Travel Photo of the Day Chamonix France

October 10, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/10/2009 is of Chamonix France and was taken by Leo-setä

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Chamonix is a French commune, or collection of small towns and villages, located in the Rhone-Alpes region of Southeastern France. Only about 9,800 people call Chamonix their home, but many millions more have visited Chamonix to [...]

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Travel News and Stories for 10/09/2009

October 9, 2009

Below is a list of travel news and stories for 10/09/2009
What Can Save Machu Picchu? Peru’s Machu Picchu ancient ruins, Antoni Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia church in Barcelona and a New Orleans elementary school are among the cultural heritage sites threatened by neglect or overdevelopment, a preservationist group said Tuesday http://abcnews.go.com
Tourists desperate to find [...]

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The Travel Photo of the Day Queens World Fair Unisphere

October 9, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/9/2009 is of Queens World Fair Unisphere and was taken by False Positives

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The Unisphere, which is located in Flushing Meadows Park in Queens, New York City, stands 12 stories high as a stainless-steel representation of the Earth. Originally created to symbolize the beginning of [...]

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Sightseeing in Aruba

October 9, 2009
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Aruba is one of those vacation islands that is a wonderful treat if you’re just going to lie on the beach all day and enjoy the sun, sand and water. But beyond that there is so much to do in Aruba that you might be so busy you never get time to relax in the [...]

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Travel News and Stories for 10/08/2009

October 8, 2009

Below is a list of travel news and stories for 10/08/2009
Hit The Slopes! Ski Season Opens in Colorado Loveland Ski Area is announcing its earliest opening day in 40 years.The ski area about 50 miles west of Denver will open for the season at 9 a.m. Wednesday, making it the first ski area in [...]

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The Travel Photo of the Day Lindos Greece

October 8, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/8/2009 is of Lindos and was taken by francesco sgroi

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Lindos, which is located on the Greek island of Rhodes, was originally founded in the 10th century BC and served as a major trading center for hundreds of years. Today, though, the town is most [...]

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17 New York City Cathedrals, Churches, Synagogue’s and Temple’s

October 8, 2009
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New York City, well known for for being a cosmopolitan melting pot of different cultures, the Big Apple is also home to many beautiful and breathtaking churches, cathedrals and synagogues. From St. Paul’s Chapel where George Washington worshiped, to the iconic St. Patrick’s Cathedral, each of these buildings showcase a diverse rich cultural heritage and architectural styles that [...]

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Weekend Getaways in Cancun

October 8, 2009
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Cancun, Mexico is a worldwide favorite when it comes to tourist destinations, so much so that it’s sometimes referred to as the Mexican Caribbean. It is estimated that about four million visitors come to the island each year with an average of 190 flights a day. If you’re headed to Cancun for a weekend getaway [...]

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Travel News and Stories for 10/07/2009

October 7, 2009

Below is a list of travel news and stories for 10/07/2009
Flight Attendants: Pouring Drinks and Saving Lives Though the public too often thinks their chief duties are to find pillows and ferry soft drinks, the primary duty of the nation’s more than 90,000 flight attendants is to ensure the safety, health and well-being of [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day Hagia Sophi

October 7, 2009
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The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/7/2009 is of Hagia Sophia and was taken by papalars

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The Hagia Sophia, whose name translates to “Holy Wisdom,” was built as a Christian church, later transformed into a mosque, and today serves as a Museum. World famous for its unbelievable grandeur, the Hagia Sophia is [...]

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Museums in Berlin

October 7, 2009
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It’s almost hard to fathom, but the city of Berlin is home to more than 170 museums and collections and they offer a foray into virtually every area of art and history. With this in mind it seems as though any trip should be punctuated with trips to a variety of museums that would enhance [...]

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Travel News and Stories for 10/06/2009

October 6, 2009

Below is a list of travel news and stories for 10/06/2009
Last Chance to See The Caribou? Across the tundra 1,500 kilometers (1,000 miles) to the east, Canada’s Beverly herd, numbering more than 200,000 a decade ago, can barely be found today. http://abcnews.go.com
Why American Credit Cards Suck If you prefer to use a credit [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day Play Rincon, Costa Rica

October 6, 2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 10/6/2009 is of Play Rincon in Costa Rica and is from Christine Armbruster

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Boasted to be on of the most beautiful beaches in the world, you have to go nearly 10k on an aweful dirt road in which you need 4-wheel drive and the ability [...]

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Hot Restaurants in San Diego

October 6, 2009
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San Diego is one of those up and coming foodie communities that is just beginning to really eke out a name for itself in the culinary scene. As the tides come and go along the shores of this seaside city so does the fame and popularity of the local dining establishments. So what may be [...]

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