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Spring in Lake George by Deirdre Frost
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Intriguing Attractions Often Overlooked in “The Land"
By Dave Zuchowski photos by Bill Rockwell
Those familiar with Cleveland are probably aware of the city’s major attractions like the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and its excellent cultural gems such as the Cleveland Symphony.
On a recent visit, I purposely ferreted out some of its more obscure, even quirky, sites which considerably perked up my visit to “The Land,” a popular nickname that…
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Exploring Bergen by Deirdre Frost
Overlooking Bergen skyline at night from Scandic Ørnen’s top floor.
Bergen is a historic port city surrounded by the fjords, mountains and the sea. Known as the gateway to the fjords, Bergen is an ideal base to explore the stunning surroundings in western Norway.
It is best known for its bustling, historic harborside, the Bryggen in the heart of the city that is listed as a UNESCO World…
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Curacao: A Relaxing Island Filled with Adventure by Deirdre Frost
The colorful Caribbean culture blends with a Dutch flair.
As part of the Dutch Caribbean, Curacao is the largest of the ABC Islands that attracts those individuals looking for ample space to explore and relax. Curacao’s outstanding features include Its unique rugged terrain that is ideal for adventure, such as hiking and mountain biking. Apart from the unusual landforms, the marine life in the…
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#Curacao#Mangrove Beach Corendon Curacao Resort#Otrobanda district#Punda district#Queen Emma Bridge#The Rif at Mangrove Beach#Willemstad
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Pennsylvania Spotlights Agriculture in Massively Entertaining and Informative Annual Event
By Dave Zuchowski
If it’s January and right after the turn of the New Year, you know things will be jumping at the sprawling Pennsylvania State Farm Show Complex and Expo Center in Harrisburg.
Now in its 108th year, the 2024 Farm Show ran from January 6 through.13. In a typical year, the Show can bring in close to a half million visitors over the 8-day period. The event site is a massive…
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Southbound on I85, Headed for Durham, NC, and the Church of Baseball
By Bob Ruegsegger
For tourists traveling south on Interstate 85 headed for Durham, a query at the North Carolina
Welcome Center regarding the James Manning House might not immediately receive a well-informed,
conversant response from members of the visitor center staff.
Even at the Durham Convention and Visitors Bureau at 212 W. Main Street in downtown
Durham it’s entirely possible that a query…
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Two Beguiling Attractions Make Wheeling a Christmas Season Destination
By Dave Zuchowski Photos by Bill Rockwell
Think of Christmas towns and places like Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Frankenmuth, Michigan and Santa Claus, Indiana come to mind. But Wheeling, West Virginia isn’t one that usually pops into anyone’s mind.
A recent visit to the former steel-making town on the Ohio River opened my eyes, at least, to the Christmas spirit after visiting two captivating…
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Tara, A Northern Country Inn with a Southern Theme
By Dave Zuchowski All photos by Bill Rockwell
The Facade of Tara
Take a deep breath outside Tara, Pennsylvania’s answer to the film “Gone With the Wind” and you can almost smell the scent of magnolia blossoms wafting in the breeze.
A fan of the film, Donna Winner and her husband, Jim, a Civil War buff, had a long pent up desire to own an inn that resembled the one made famous by Margaret…
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Road-Tripping from Spains Andalusian Coast to Gibraltar
by Deirdre Frost
Taking a road trip to explore and savor the rich culture and history of the Andalusian region in Spain and Gibraltar is an exciting adventure through a colorful panoply of cultures.
I set off this fall to explore this part of the Mediterranean Coast and experience some of its most exciting areas and resort destinations. Just a mere 87-mile journey included a beautiful mosaic of…
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Bronze Statue in Dublin Warmly Embraces a Beloved Irish Legend
By Bob Ruegsegger
St. Andrew’s Church on Suffolk Street. Dublin
In the shadow of St. Andrew’s Church on Suffolk Street in Dublin’s Georgian
Quarter, a statue of a shapely young woman dressed in 17th-century fashion
stands beside a bronze cart loaded with baskets of shellfish – cockles and mussels.
Anyone even remotely familiar with Irish culture and song would
immediately recognize the woman…
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A Visit to Beaver County, Pa. Brings Back Pleasant Memories
,by Dave Zuchowski with photos by Bill Rockwell
Outside the Wooden Angel
I’ve discovered that repeat visits to places you’ve visited before often bring along divergent sentiments. Some sites have proven to be let-downs the second time around. Others, like my recent visit to Beaver County, reignited my treasure chest of pleasant memories.
The Merrick Art Gallery
Executive Director,…
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Galapagos Islands; Wildlife Encounters
by Deirdre Frost
The Galapagos Islands form natural landscapes that are vastly differ from any other landforms.
For the adventurous, there are relatively very few places on Earth that delivers such an extraordinary array of fauna and flora in such a primordial setting in the remote Galapagos Islands. Lying about 600 miles west of mainland Ecuador, these volcanic islands are the home to many,…
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Enjoying a Stellar Theater Marathon in a Petite but Charming Shepherdstown, WVA
By Dave Zuchowski with all Photos by Bill Rockwell Except Where Noted
A Parking Lot Party at the CATF Credit: Courtesy Photo
It had been years since I first discovered lovely Shepherdstown. I had fond memories of the West Virginia hamlet, the state’s oldest, founded in 1762, that lies serenely along the banks of the Potomac. Once or twice years past, I attended the Contemporary American…
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Discovering an Architectural Gem in the One-Time Rubber Manufacturing Capital of the World
By Dave Zuchowski with photos by Bill Rockwell
A recent pilgrimage to Akron, Ohio, which once produced forty percent of the world’s rubber, introduced me to a remarkable architectural and horticultural vestige that best reflects the wealth that industry once produced.
Stan Hywet, the magnificent home and gardens of Goodyear Rubber and Tire co-founder, F.A. Seiberling, reflects the design…
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Touring Switzerland - with Gate 1 Travel
Text and images by Jeff and Stephanie Sylva
From majestic alpine scenes and pristine lakes to picturesque medieval towns, Switzerland is a beautiful European country that offers much more than just its famed skiing. A culturally diverse nation, Switzerland is influenced by a number of surrounding countries. Three languages – German, French, and Italian – are spoken in various regions of the…
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The Niagara Falls Section of the Underground Railroad Wasn’t So ‘Under’ After All
By Brandon M. Stickney
During the time of mass African American slavery in the United States, 13 million Black people were told what to do, were disciplined severely (even to death) for the slightest of infractions or rumors, were denied education, and often not even seen as human beings.
While these bitter and horrific facts are well-known, others aren’t.
Inside the Niagara Falls Amtrak…
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Milledgeville, GA: You'll want to come back!
Story and photos by Will A. Davis and Mary Gallagher
Looking for a quick getaway with loads of history, shopping, and dining at a fun three-college town featuring a huge lake, river, and outdoor playground just two hours from Atlanta, four hours from Charleston and Jacksonville, Fl? As we found in three short days, Milledgeville, Georgia is a great choice.
Milledgeville, Georgia was a…
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