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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Tourists Caught Up in Asia’s Natural Disasters

May 16, 2008

The last week or two have been filled with natural disasters in the Asian region, and even now it’s hard to get really accurate information about the outcomes and effects. But for tourists traveling in China – and to a lesser extent in Burma – these natural catastrophes are definitely not what they planned for [...]

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Will Thomas Kohnstamm Go To Hell With Other Travel Writers?

May 15, 2008

Travel guide book writer Thomas Kohnstamm is probably delighted with the media storm that surrounded the recent release of his book Do Travel Writers Go To Hell?. Its long subtitle, A Swashbuckling Tale of High Adventures, Questionable Ethics, and Professional Hedonism seems to sum up what’s been reported about Kohnstamm and the book lately.

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How to Plan a Wine Tour

May 14, 2008

Carneros Vineyards in California. Flickr

Years ago, vacations were planned around national monuments, natural wonders, Uncle Joe’s farm or Grandma’s house. Now planning a vacation for family or friends can cover all kinds of bases. There are eco-vacations, that explore the rain forests and attempt to combat global warming; there are “volunteer vacations” that may involve [...]

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May 13, 2008

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Historic Landmarks in Rome

May 12, 2008

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Rome, the capital city of Italy, is a cosmopolitan travel destination that is adored by people throughout Europe and around the world. It has some of the world’s best restaurants, some of the most luxurious five star hotels and some of the most interesting new buildings that you’ll [...]

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Westin Long Beach Hotel Review

May 12, 2008

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The Long Beach Hotel is located on Ocean Boulevard in Long Beach California. The hotel is located resonably close to both Los Angeles Airport and Orange County Airport. Local nearby attractions include the Long Beach Aquarium, Pine Ave Market, Shoreline Park, Rainbow Lagoon Park, [...]

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Beijing Olympics Travel: Book Now and Check the Rules

May 8, 2008

With the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games drawing ever nearer – and with the Olympic torch already making it into China – the half a million foreign tourists expected to head into China to watch Olympic events should be making their final travel arrangements. With another two million domestic tourists expected t be flooding into Beijing [...]

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Get Your Australian English Phrasebook

May 8, 2008

Did you think they spoke English in Australia? Well, sometimes they do, but the “Aussie” language has quite a few differences to American or British English. The third edition to Lonely Planet’s phrasebook came out last year and it’s both an interesting and a useful book to take with you on a journey Down Under.

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Visiting Aruba

May 7, 2008

Beautiful ocean view of Aruba. Flickr

Aruba, located just north of South America is an arid, almost desert-like island with a long stretch of white sand beach, a number of international resorts, a constant breeze, and predictably good weather. In other words, the island is an ideal place for a beach vacation or honeymoon. [...]

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Twisting in the Wind: Great European Roller Coaster Videos

May 6, 2008

Europe, land of castles and culture. But sometimes you need more thrills than a trip to an art museum can give. Sometimes you just want to get the wind in your hair and scream. Here’s a guide to 15 of Europe’s top roller coasters that you’ll want to consult next time you need to let [...]

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Museums in New York City

May 5, 2008

The Egypt wing of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. From Flickr

The museums of New York City are famous around the world. Everyone knows that The Met is where you go to see art (unless you want to be edgy and going to the MoMA). And there are leading museums throughout New York City which cater [...]

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Bumped Flyers Get Higher Refunds Due to DOT Regulation

May 4, 2008

As airlines try to squeeze more profits out of flights, and gas prices continue to rise, and consumers use internet price comparison services, things are going to get a lot tougher on the airlines with a new DOT Rule. According to the DOT consumers who are bumped because of overbooking are now entitled to a [...]

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Walt Disney Polynesian Resort Review

May 3, 2008
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The Polynesian at Walt Disney World is a deluxe class resort in the Magic Kingdom area. The Polynesian (or “Poly”, as frequent visitors refer to it), was one of the first resorts to be built at Disney World.
The close proximity to the Magic Kingdom makes it a very popular hotel choice for Walt Disney World [...]

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Walt Disney World Wilderness Lodge Review

May 2, 2008

The Wilderness Lodge at Walt Disney World in Florida.
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This Disney deluxe class resort is located in the Magic Kingdom area, between the Contemporary resort and Fort Wilderness. The “theme” of this resort is that of a National Park, as the entire resort has a lodge feel that captures the spirit of the [...]

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Tourists in Accidents on Three Continents

May 2, 2008

With the summer tourism peak just starting up, you could be forgiven for getting a bit worried about whether or not you can get around safely once you’ve landed at your destination. In the last week or so there seem to have been endless news items about vehicle crashes involving tourists, which could almost make [...]

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Walt Disney World Animal Kingdom Lodge Review

May 2, 2008

The Animal Kingdom Lodge located next to Walt Disney's Animal Kingdom Park opened in 2001 photo credit: clyderob

Opened in 2001, this Disney Deluxe resort is located about one mile from the Animal Kingdom Park. The theme of this resort is an African Savanna and Lodge. Everywhere you look, you will see the animal theme from [...]

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From the Tuscan Sun to the World of Frances Mayes

May 1, 2008

If you haven’t read Frances Mayes Under the Tuscan Sun, you’ll at least have heard of it or its several sequels. Mayes and her husband renovated an old villa in Tuscany and she quickly became known as the travel writing queen for all things Tuscan. But recently, she released a new book called A Year [...]

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April 29, 2008

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Top Landmarks in New Orleans

April 28, 2008

Mardi Gras on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.
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Before Hurricane Katrina hit, New Orleans was known primarily as a vacation destination of a rowdy college-aged crowd. The streets filled with partiers each year for Mardi Gras (as they still do) and even the rest of the year found New Orleans with a large population of adventurous [...]

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Is Flying Getting More Dangerous? No, But Landing and Taking Off Are

April 25, 2008

Nervous plane passengers must be getting a bit more nervous this week if they’re keeping up with the headlines. The risks of runway collisions plus an increase in the number of planes landing with almost no fuel left are just a couple of the problems that have been made public this week, and it’s enough [...]

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Pico Iyer’s Sun After Dark Takes You Around the World

April 24, 2008

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Pico Iyer is a travel writer who’s nearly always worth reading. He’s never going to tell you about mainstream tourism or souvenir hunting, but when you’re in the mood to get into the deep reality of what traveling actually does to us, then Iyer is a good bet.

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Best Italian Restaurants in New York City

April 23, 2008

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New York City is a cultural mecca. Where such diversity thrives, restaurants pop up to cater to the unique tastes of each cultural palette. And where this diversity merges over time, restaurants will begin to add their own unique twists [...]

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Visiting Jamaica

April 21, 2008
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A trip to Jamaica can be relaxing, active, formal, or casual… but it’s always enjoyable. Jamaica, the third largest of the Caribbean islands, is a beautiful, wild, and diverse place. It’s the home of reggae and ska music, the Rastafari movement, miles of uncrowded white sandy beaches, luxury and laid-back resorts, and spicy Creole cuisine. [...]

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The World’s Biggest Airline: Delta and Northwest Merge

April 18, 2008

Travelers across the US, as well as the rest of the world, had their eyes on the big airline merger news this week: Delta Airlines and Northwest Airlines will, as long as they get the legal green light, become one. The plan is to keep the name Delta, and the resulting airline will be the [...]

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Visiting the Bahamas

April 18, 2008

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The Bahamas offer a fun, close-to-home, warm-weather destination, ideal for an affordable, easily accessible getaway. Your Bahamian adventure can be a look at island history, a shopping extravaganza, and a fisherman’s dream. The Bahamas, a collection of over 700 islands and cays, are located east of Florida [...]

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Visiting the Louvre

April 17, 2008

The Glass Pyramid outside of the Louvre Museum (Photo via flickr cc)

You could spend a month in the Louvre and not even scratch the surface of the museum’s collection of 35,000 works of art. Most of us don’t have the time for that, so here’s how to get the most from your visit without getting [...]

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Romantic Vacation Ideas

April 16, 2008

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If you are in a relationship, a romantic vacation is a great idea for an anniversary, birthday or anytime. You can choose from an seemingly endless number of destination for a romantic vacation. On every far reaching part of the globe, there is a perfect vacation spot for couples not too far away.

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