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Treat Yourself to a Lakefront Escape at the Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa
If you live in the Seattle area and crave a quick getaway, there are numerous options. But if your caveats include a scenic waterfront, top rated dining options and an upscale property with all the creature comforts, you’ll find the Woodmark Hotel & Still Spa in Kirkland checks all the boxes.
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‘Dare to seek the extraordinary’ with Richard Bangs’ 50 Best Adventures on Earth
The word “adventurous” often conjures up images of adrenaline junkies pursuing daring and heart-pumping exciting activities. Such individuals are willing to push themselves, often beyond their perceived limits, for the rewards that come from their bold endeavors.
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Origami in the Garden is a Feast for the Senses
Art is everywhere in Santa Fe. With more than 250 galleries and a dozen museums, visitors can get a hearty dose of the vast amount of creativity on display in this city.
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Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West showcases art, culture and a rich history
Old Town Scottsdale is a mecca for tourists, who flock here to shop for unique souvenirs, peruse the art galleries and public art installations, check out historic sites from the late 1880s and dine and imbibe at the many restaurants and watering holes. They also come to explore the world-class museums for a hearty dose of history and culture. Among these museums is the top-rated Western Spirit: Scottsdale’s Museum of the West.
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Art and Nature Meld with Vibrant Results at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
Spring is around the corner, at least it is at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Carlsbad, CA. Starting March 1st, the public can visit this world famous attraction to enjoy its many offerings.
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Explore a tropical underwater wonderland at Seattle Aquarium’s new Ocean Pavilion
If you can’t swing a trip to Hawaii or Bali this year and still want a tropical environment, head to the Seattle Aquarium’s new Ocean Pavilion. Here you’ll come face-to-face with a leopard shark, spotted eagle rays and a host of colorful tropical fish to put you in an island getaway mood.
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Chocolate Takes Centerstage at These Sweet Destinations
This Valentine’s Day, take a romantic escape where “chocolate steals the show.”
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New York Banksy Museum boasts largest display of street artist’s work
The man behind the pseudonym Banksy is undoubtedly the world’s most celebrated and elusive guerrilla street artist. And now over 160 works of his have been re-created in a life-size, re-imagined space that reflects the street experience. Welcome to the New York Banksy Museum.
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Immerse yourself in the world of hoops at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
On a recent trip to Boston for a family event, my husband and I took a side excursion to check out the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, MA, the birthplace of the game. We’d already visited the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, OH, as well as the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY., so with this trip to Springfield we would be able to complete the Hall of Fame trifecta.
