R is for Rocky Mountains
Do you ever want to feel like you’re on top of the world? With crests of twelve thousand feet and four-hundred square miles encompassing the mountain, the Rocky Mountains put you right on top of the world! Come enjoy the trails, visit the visitor centers, camp, fish, or enjoy nature. With sixty mountains over twelve thousand feet up, you have more to explore than you ever imagined before. So, take a walk into nature with us and find out just what the Rocky Mountains have to offer you.
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Q is for Quail Lodge
The hustle and bustle of sightseeing, catching the bus, or hopping from place to place just isn’t for everyone; that’s why Quail Lodge is here to make your vacation a little less congested and a lot more easy breezy. With impeccable sunny Carmel Valley climates, an immaculate setting, delectable cuisines, top of the line technology, lessons, classes, and playing programs, there is so much to do at Quail Lodge, you won’t need to go out into the hustle and bustle. Enjoy walking Monterey Peninsula’s beautiful course while you learn or take a healthy club fitting course as you eat healthy fresh meals. Have a little PLEASURE (play time, learning, entertainment, activity, sunshine, uncontainable laughter, rest, and excitement) when you visit Quail Lodge.
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P is for Parthenon
Who says you have to go to Greece to see the Parthenon? Intricately made with enormous marble crusted pillars, adorned with life-like artesian displays of gods and goddesses, and compiled of history from 447 BC, who wouldn’t want to experience the famous Parthenon temple? Well, now you can without stepping foot in Greece. Proudly standing in the middle of Nashville’s Centennial Park, you can experience more than just a mere replica of the Parthenon, but truly experience the full scale models of the forty-two foot statue of Athena as well as the great Parthenon.
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O is for Ocean Breeze Waterpark
Sightseeing, historical monuments, and National Parks are great for vacations, but sometimes, you need a little thrill in your trip. Exhilarating water parks are just the adrenaline thrill the whole family is waiting for. One of the biggest and most thrill seeking parks in the US is waiting for you to come take a ride through an adventure of water park slides and roller coasters. In travelling, make sure to take your time to experience the water wonders of Ocean Breeze Waterpark located in Virginia Beach, VA. With nearly sixteen waterslides, a million gallon runaway bay wave pool, the water play ground, and various other exhilarating attractions, you will be twisting and whirling your way to fantastic good time.
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N is for North Cascades National Park
The North Cascades National Park located in Washington State is a beautiful picturesque alpine landscape. It is among the largest National Parks Service units. With more than 300 glaciers this park has many jagged peaks to explore along with spectacular waterfalls cascading into plunging ravines.
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M is for Miami Beaches
Miami Florida is known for fun in the sun, fabulous beaches, beautiful ocean views, and an ideal vacation spot. There are many beaches in Miami and many have been acknowledged as top choices for leisure and family recreation.
Some of the top beaches in Miami include: Bal Harbour Beach, Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Beach, Crandon Park Beach, Haulover Beach Park, Hobie Beach/Windsurf Beach, Homestead Bay Front Park, Miami Beach – Central, North, and South Beach, Miami Beach South Pointe Park, North Shore Open Space Park, Oleta State Recreation Area, Sunny Isles Beach, Surfside, and Virginia Key Beach – North and South.
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L is for Lincoln Memorial
The Lincoln Memorial is a national icon; it is located on the west end in the National Mall in Washington, D.C. It is in West Potomac Park, in line with the U.S. Capitol and the Washington Monument. In the rear side of the memorial to the west you will find Arlington National Cemetery and the noble Lee-Custis Mansion. The Great Emancipator is the 16th President Abraham Lincoln; he is a great historical figure in United States history. From his humble beginnings as a poor boy on the frontier, he worked hard at whatever he put his mind to do. He read books by candlelight and worked hard on the family farm. He worked at many jobs from store clerk to river trader. He had a dedicated work ethic and started a legal profession. Following that he went into politics as the Illinois state legislature to the United States Congress. Of course we know that after that he became the 16th President of the United States.
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K is for Kapena Falls
Kapena Falls located in Oahu, Hawaii is a small waterfall dropping around 20-30 ft. is a beautiful picturesque waterfall. Finding the waterfall maybe a little difficult but once you fine it is only a short five minute hike to reach it. Although it is not a very tall waterfall there is a large pool and is surrounded by beautiful foliage with small cascades and pools.
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J is for Jet Lag
Desynchronosis is what is commonly known as jet lag. It happens as a result of traveling on a rapid long distance transmeridian or across the globe in an east to west or west to east travel. It causes a physiological condition which alters your body’s circadian rhythms. Your circadian rhythm is the bodily, behavioral, and psychological modifications in a 24 hour cycle. It has to do mostly with the body’s response to light and darkness in the environment. The chief biological clock within the brain control circadian rhythms. They are combinations of molecules working together in cells throughout the body. Circadian rhythms affect sleep-wake cycles, body temperature, the release of hormones and many additional functions that are important within the body.
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I is for Inn at Perry Cabin
The Inn at Perry Cabin, St. Michaels is a picturesque manor house resort and spa. It is located in St. Michaels, Maryland. It is situated on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. It is less than two hours from Baltimore, Washington DC, and Philadelphia to give you an idea of where it is located. The beautiful and historic town of St. Michaels is the perfect, relaxing getaway.
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H is for Harrah’s New Orleans Hotel
Harrah’s New Orleans Hotel is the award winning hotel in New Orleans. It has 450 deluxe rooms and suites on 26 floors. These rooms offer remarkable views of the New Orleans’ skyline and the Mississippi River. It is within walking distance of the Convention Center, French Quarter and the Superdome. Each luxurious room features high-definition flat screen television, Wi-Fi and Simmons Beauty Rest pillow-top mattress.
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G is for Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge was built in 1937 and is a masterwork in engineering. Located in San Francisco, California it is one of the most photographed bridges because it is one of the greatest and beautiful bridges in the United States. It cost $35 million and more than four years to construct. It stretches over 4,200 feet, 1.7 miles long and is a great achievement in suspension bridge engineering especially considering it is over half a century old. The bridge’s two towers are 746 feet tall. It held the world record for 27 years as the longest suspension span and it still the second longest in the United States, following after the Verranzano-Narrows Bridge in New York that connects Brooklyn and Staten Island. It is the ninth longest bridge in the world.
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F is for Franklin Mills Mall
The Franklin Mills Mall is the place to be in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It opened in 1989 and was the second built by the Mills Corporation. It is designed in the shape of a thunderbolt in remembrance of Benjamin Franklin’s kite and key experiment. The modern mall is the indoor version of the traditional marketplace. The best part about shopping is for many people the bargains and good deals that you can find. This is the Franklin Mills Mall foundation. It is the innovation of the discount bargain hunter. They offer the thrifty shopper top designer labels at up to 60% off designer goods every day. The one of the best parts is they have no sales tax on apparel in Pennsylvania.
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E is for Elbo Room Fort Lauderdale
Are you in the mood for some night time fun? With enough elbow room for everyone, the Elbo Room in Fort Lauderdale is where the action is! This roomy bar has been around since 1938, and was a hopping good time way back then. Anything that has been around that long is sure to have fun written all over it.
Rich in history, Fort Lauderdale’s Elbo room is a mystic place filled with mesmerizing appeal. Meet your future spouse, hang with friends, or enjoy a romantic night out for two; theirs elbow room for it all at the world-famous Elbo Room. Come take a peak and see what’s happening at the Elbo room; maybe you will experience the magical moment you’ve been waiting for.
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D is for Driving Holidays
What could be more fun than going on a road trip for your vacation? Instead of just seeing one place, you could stop and see numerous places along the way. Though taking a holiday on the road can get rather pricey, there are some tips of the trade that can make it just as economical as going to your favorite vacation destination. Follow these tips for keeping the price low while still keeping the fun high:
Steer Clear of the Drive-thru
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C is for Cancun Beaches
Cancun is beach central; naturally so. The beaches are the biggest lure in the South America. Because it is made of microscopic plankton fossils called discoaster, the luminous white sand of Cancun’s beaches is light weight and is cool to the touch under your feet even at Cancun’s hottest. With the illuminating sapphire blue waters and soft white sand, Cancun’s Hotel Zone is really one long sandy beach separated by a system of Lagoons.
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B is for Brown Palace Hotel
The Brown Palace Hotel in Denver, Colorado is a beautiful historic place. It was constructed in 1892 and despite its early beginning it is still operational. It was the first ever built atrium style hotel and is the second oldest in the state. It has a very unique triangle shape construction and was designed by Frank Edbrooke. It is named after Henry C. Brown who was its original owner. The Brown Palace Hotel has been resided in by royalty, presidents, famous personalities and anyone who wants to experience luxury.
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A is for Air Travel Tips
When we think about airports and traveling by plane, you may have thoughts of busy airports, over abundant security, expensive ticket cost, lost luggage, and that you may have a stressful event ahead of you. It does not have to be this way. If you plan ahead of time and have some strategies in place you can have a pleasant flying experience. Some tips for busy air travel times are as follows:
– Pack smart; restrict your carry on size bag to 20 pounds.
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