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Travel Photo of the Day 8/13/2009 Montreux Lake Geneva

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/13/2009 is of Montreux Lake Geneva and was taken by Luis Barreto654

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Montreux is a town located on Lake Geneva at the foot of the Alps and it is home to about 24,000 people. The town has become been a popular tourist destination among more [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/12/2009 Northern Lights

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/12/2009 is of Northern Lights in Greenland and was taken by nick_russill767

Photo credit: nick_russill
Tasiilaq is the most populous town in Eastern Greenland and has become somewhat popular as a place to go in order to see the beautiful Northern Lights. Also known as aurora borealis, the lights [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/11/2009 Viaduc de Millau

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/11/2009 is of Viaduc de Millau and was taken by Welland

Photo credit: Welland
The Viaduc de Millau, or the Millau Viaduct, is a large road-bridge that spans the Tarn River valley near Millau in Southern France. It is the tallest vehicular bridge in the world, standing at 1,125 [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/10/2009 Mt. Kirkjufell

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/10/2009 is of Covered Kirkjufell and was taken by Maedi.

Photo credit: Maedi.
Olafsvik is a town of about 1,000 people located at the end of the Snaefellsnes Peninsula in Iceland. The town makes its living from its thriving fishing industry, as well as by the services it provides [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/9/2009 Boracay

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/9/2009 is of Boracay in the Philippines and was taken by -Gep-

Photo credit: -Gep-
Boracay is one of the Philippines most popular tourist destinations, located on the northwestern tip of Panay island. White Beach is especially revered among tourists for its impeccably smooth water and beautiful vistas, while Bulabog [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/8/2009 Jones Beach Long Island

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/8/2009 is of Jones Beach long Island and was taken by ob1left

Photo credit: ob1left
Jones Beach State Park, which is most commonly known as just Jones Beach, is a state park in Nassau County on Jones Beach Island. The park is renowned for its beautiful beaches that span [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/7/2009 East Shore Park

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/7/2009 is of East Shore Park by versageek

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East Shore Park in New Haven Connecticuit features a harbor setting, making it a perfect destination for activities like fishing, strolling, and nature enjoyment in general. Bird and wildlife watching are also popular pastimes at East Shore Park, [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 9/4/2009 Sunset Over Athens

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 9/4/2009 is of a sunset over Athens and was taken by ihasb33r

Photo credit: ihasb33r
Few cities have a history that spans as much time and as much significance as Athens, the capital and largest city of Greece. At least 3,400 years old, the city in which the likes [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/4/2009 Elephant in Kruger National Park

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/4/2009 is of an Elephant in Kruger National Park and was taken by TheLizardQueen

Photo credit: TheLizardQueen
If you are interested in a safari, Kruger National Park and other areas in South Africa offer terrific trips. Kruger National Park and the surrounding private game reserves feature luxurious game lodges, [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/3/2009 Eleven Mile Canyon

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/3/2009 is of Eleven Mile Canyon-cpt.spock239 and was taken by cpt.spock

Photo credit: cpt.spock
Eleven Mile Canyon in a popular recreation in Colorado on the South Platte River. It’s popular among adventure travelers who can enjoy fishing, kayaking, hiking, rock climbing and other outdoor activities. Campsites surround the reservoir, [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/2/2009 Sunrise Off the Bow

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/2/2009 is of sunrise off the bow in New Jersey and was taken by joiseyshowaa

Photo credit: joiseyshowaa

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Travel Photo of the Day 8/1/2009 Jungles of New Zealand

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 8/1/2009 is of The sub-tropical jungles of Northland, New Zealand and was taken by mattlemmon

Photo credit: mattlemmon

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/31/2009 Hogwarts Hall

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/31/2009 is of Hogwarts Hall and was taken by nathanaels

Photo credit: nathanaels
Seeing how today is Harry Potter’s Birthday we couldn’t resist the urge to show you Hogwarts Hall. Technically it’s the hall in Christ’s Church in Oxford, where the Hogwarts Hall scenes are filmed, but you can [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/31/2009 Battleship at San Jacinto Park

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/31/2009 is of San Jacinto Park in Fog-OneEighteen285 and was taken by OneEighteen

Photo credit: OneEighteen
Located in San Jacinto Park, the San Jacinto Monument in Houston, Texas features the world’s tallest memorial column — 15 feet taller than the Washington Monument. The monument and the museum at its [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/30/2009 Train in Rocky Mountains

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/30/2009 is of a train in Rocky Mountains and was taken by jurvetson

Photo credit: jurvetson

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/29/2009 Ribblehead Viaduct

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/29/2009 is of the Ribblehead Viaduct and was taken by chantrybee

Photo credit: chantrybee
Located in North Yorkshire, England, Ribblehead Viaduct is a railway viaduct that passes through some of the most spectacular scenery you will find in Europe. The railway goes across the valley of the River Ribble. [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/28/2009 Antarctica Kayak

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/28/2009 is of an Antarctica Kayak trip and was taken by 23am.com

Photo credit: 23am.com

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/27/2009 Columbus Ohio

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/27/2009 is of Columbus Ohio and was taken by J. Rosario

Photo credit: J. Rosario
Columbus is the capital city of Ohio and has a population in the metro area of approximately 1.8 million people. According to numerous publications, Columbus is one of the best large cities to reside [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/26/2009 Glade Creek West Virginia

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/26/2009 is of Glade Creek Mill and was taken by Jimmy_Joe

Photo credit: Jimmy_Joe
The Glade Creek Grist Mill is located in Babcock State Park in West Virginia. The park features over 4,000 acres of rugged yet beautiful scenery including a trout stream, mountain vistas and many overlooks for [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/25/2009 Lake Tahoe

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/25/2009 is of Lake Tahoe and was taken by wili_hybrid

Photo credit: wili_hybrid
In the western part of the United States, Lake Tahoe is one of the most popular vacation destinations. It’s located on the border between Nevada and northern California and has everything from ski resorts to casinos. [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/24/2009 Moraine Lake Canada

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/24/2009 is of Moraine Lake Canada and was taken by Satoru Kikuchi

Photo credit: Satoru Kikuchi
One of the most beautiful lakes in Canada is Moraine Lake. Close to the city of Lake Louise, Moraine Lake is located in Banff National Park. If you are considering visiting the lake, [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/23/2009 Volterra, Italy

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/23/2009 is of Campagne di Volterra-francesco sgroi81 and was taken by francesco sgroi

Photo credit: francesco sgroi
Volterra, Italy is located in the country’s Tuscany region. It has a population of around 12,000 people and has a number of interesting sights including the Piazza dei Priori square, the Santa [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/22/2009 Basilica del Pilar

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/22/2009 is of Basilica del Pilar and was taken by Paulo Brandão

Photo credit: Paulo Brandão
In English, this Roman Catholic church is known as the Basilica-Cathedral of Our Lady of the Pillar. It’s located in Zaragoza, Spain and is famous for being the first church in history to [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/21/2009 Leopard in the Masai Mara

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/21/2009 is of a leopard in the Masai Mara and was taken by Mara 1

Photo credit: Mara 1
Southwest Kenya is home to the Masai Mara — a giant park reserve. The name is the combination of the native people of the area (Maasai) and a local river [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/20/2009 Krakatoa Volcano Indonesia

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/20/2009 is of Krakatoa Volcano Indonesia and was taken by flydime

Photo credit: flydime
Located in the Sunda Straight between the islands of Sumatra and Java, Krakatoa is a volcanic island. It last erupted in 1883. The eruption was one of the most violent and dramatic in recent history, [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/19/2009 Manda Island

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/19/2009 is of sunset-in-manda-beach-un punto in movimento53 and was taken by un punto in movimento

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Manda Island has a number of ports and is located in the African country of Kenya. The ports were vital in the 9th century, as the trade of [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/18/2009

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/18/2009 is of Fog in a Pyrenean Forest-AlphaTangoBravo / Adam Baker71 and was taken by AlphaTangoBravo / Adam Baker

Photo credit: AlphaTangoBravo / Adam Baker

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/17/2009 Antarctica Sailing Trip

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/17/2009 is of Antarctica Sailing Trip and was taken by 23am.com

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If you want a true adventure, consider an Antarctic sailing trip. The Spirit of Sydney leaves Ushuaia, Argentina for a 26-day cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula. The yacht holds just 6 or 7 guests, so [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/16/2009 Torres del Paine National Park

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/16/2009 is of Torres del Paine National Park in Chile and was taken by reurinkjan

Photo credit: reurinkjan
This Chilean National Park features mountains, glaciers, lakers and rivers. Located in Southern Chile, the highlight of the park is the Cordillera del Paine mountain group, which is a popular destination [...]

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Travel Photo of the Day 7/15/2009 Tuscany

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 7/15/2009 is of Tuscany and was taken by francesco sgroi

Photo credit: francesco sgroi
The Tuscany region in Italy is known for its amazing landscapes and breathtaking scenery. The regional capital is Florence. Barbiallo, Tuscany is a romantic area where tourists can rent villas and other homes. Often the [...]

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