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New York Beyond the Big Apple

Thursday, September 9, 2010

For many years, my exposure to the state of New York was limited to the view from inside an air-conditioned car heading north from Ohio to my summer camp in Maine. My family’s annual drive through the Empire State became somewhat of a joke over time, as my brother and I held contests to see [...]

The Road to Hawaii Statehood Part 2: 1952-1959 and Beyond

Saturday, August 21, 2010

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It was 51 years ago today that Hawaii became the 50th state. As we learned in yesterday’s feature, it was not an easy journey. In the second part of our special feature, which was written last year for the 50th anniversary, we look at the events that took place from 1952 until 1959 including what turned [...]

Greek Airports Beyond Athens

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

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View full post on About.com Greece Travel

To Yosemite…And Beyond!

Thursday, April 8, 2010

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Today National Geographic and local partners reveal a unique and interactive way to explore Yosemite National Park: The Yosemite Gateway MapGuide. NG worked with the Sierra Business Council and Sierra Nevada Conservancy to gather area residents’ secrets–more than 800 of the best places to visit off-the-beaten tourist path. The MapGuide points out “one-of-a-kind coffeehouses” and deserted historic sites otherwise undetected [...]

Adventure Travel in Tuscany and Beyond

Friday, April 2, 2010

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View full post on About.com Italy Travel

Saint Patrick’s Day in Italy and Beyond

Sunday, March 14, 2010

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Saint Patrick’s Day, March 17, is a huge Irish festival so of course you’ll find lots of parades and parties in Ireland. But Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated in other parts of the world, too, often brought by emigrating Irish to their new homeland. So where can you go on Saint Patrick’s Day if you’re [...]

Vancouver: Beyond the Games

Wednesday, February 17, 2010

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British Columbia has always been a must-see for outdoor enthusiasts. The Northwest province is as big as California, Oregon, and Washington combined, but with only a fraction of the population, making its wilderness all the more enticing. Check out Adventure’s guide to all things outdoors in Vancouver, from kayaking, to hiking Canada’s highest falls, and [...]

Aruba, Curacao Look Beyond Oil, Seek Green Energy

Sunday, February 7, 2010

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Even the biggest fans of Aruba and Curacao must admit that it’s jarring for visitors to see the big oil refineries on these islands spewing tons of pollutants across the otherwise brilliant blue Caribbean skies. It’s part of the reality of living in a world fueled by hydrocarbons, and some of the fuel made here is [...]

Romantic Travel in Italy and Beyond

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

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With Valentine’s Day coming up, romantic travel comes to mind. You’ll find ideas for where to celebrate Valentine’s Day and for romantic travel any time of the year in Susan Breslow Sardone’s Love Makes the World Go ‘Round, a look at romantic destinations from About.com Travel sites. According to a recent survey, 22% of travelers said [...]

Unique and Unusual Accommodations in Italy and Beyond

Saturday, January 31, 2009

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Staying in unique hotels is one way to enhance your vacation experience. Jane McClean, About.com Canada, has a round-up of Weird and Wacky Accommodations from About.com travel sites including lodging in caves, castles, ice hotels, and even a prison. In Italy you can stay in the unique trulli of Puglia, cave hotels in Matera, castle hotels, [...]