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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 02:18:06 WIT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Slovenia: Land of Outdoor Travel Adventures]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 23 Jun 2010 02:18:06 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[The tiny country of Slovenian made the news in the United States last week as the most recent opponent of the US soccer team in the FIFA World Cup championships. The game ended in a 2-2 tie after a controversial foul call on what looked like the go-ahead goal for the US. Watching the game in an [...]<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Splashdown at Indoor Water Parks]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Mar 2010 04:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[While spring is definitely in the air in the southern parts of the country, our friends in the northwest are still dealing with cool temperatures, rain, and even some snow. Maybe you're planning a Washington vacation but want to get in some pool time. Sure, plenty of Olympia hotels have heated indoor pools, but what if your [...]<br/><br/>20 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[West Virginia: Almost Heaven for Skiers]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Mar 2010 10:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Much like our West Side counterparts, spring break along the East Coast is full of surf and snow. While North Carolina is a well known ski destination among the southeastern states, one rather mountainous area of the region is becoming quite the popular ski vacation spot.The place? Almost heaven-according to John Denver that is. West [...]<br/><br/>15 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Yoga in Hotels — Ommm]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:18:06 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Another Monday morning, another body part sore from my weekend adventures.  (This time it was mountain biking racing instead of snowboarding.)  Once again I'll be headed to yoga class this afternoon to help work out the kinks. And I won't be alone. Yoga has become so popular that even travelers aren't content to leave their yoga [...]<br/><br/>16 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Searching for B.C.’s Mythical Beasts – Sasquatch and Ogopogo]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 14:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Here we are, just four days in to the Olympics and we've already been through so much. The media blitz has been intense, starting with horrible tragedy, then quickly moving on to fanfare and fashion.  There's been protests, some truly amazing video art involving whales , and even a tight pant controversy. I think [...]<br/><br/>17 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Kidtopia at Keystone Resort]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 12 Feb 2010 00:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Now that all the Superbowl hype and fanfare is behind us, the buzz is building around another epic sporting event. That is of course the 2010 Winter Olympics, which will get underway tomorrow.  The big news today is the injured shin of designated Olympic darling Lindsey Vonn. I'm sure that the marketing machine at NBC [...]<br/><br/>8 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Costa Rica Girl Power]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[With most of the votes in yesterday's presidential election counted, it looks as if Costa Rica has elected its first women president by a landslide. Laura Chinchilla, a protégé of Nobel Peace Prize winner and former Costa Rican president Oscar Arias,  has received roughly 47% of the vote, about 22 percentage points more than her [...]<br/><br/>18 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Ski and Yoga Retreats]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Feb 2010 00:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[After a weekend ski vacation spent riding the slopes at Arizona Snowbowl in Flagstaff, I woke up stiff and sore this morning. An evening yoga class is definitely on my agenda today. That got me thinking of how pleasant it would be to combine a ski weekend with a yoga retreat. Instead of heading back [...]<br/><br/>14 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chase the Winter Blues Away at Portland’s ChocolateFest]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Is it just me or does it seem a little gloomy lately? Everywhere. Cold, wet, dreary, that time of year when you start thinking about Mexican beach vacations and quick Miami getaways. Hey, I'm definitely not knocking fun in the sun, but you know what really always makes me feel better? Chocolate. Beats a sunburn [...]<br/><br/>19 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Racing Down Atlanta’s Snow Mountain]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jan 2010 14:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[We got a taste of snow a couple of weeks ago here in Atlanta. But it was nothing quite like this. An accumulation of snow might be commonplace up north, but south of the Mason Dixon Line, this kind of sight is rare. Which is why everyone loves Snow Mountain at Stone Mountain Park. There's [...]<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Night Skiing in Colorado]]></title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 22 Jan 2010 04:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Night skiing in the United States is nothing new, some small local mountains have been lighting their slopes at night for the last 20 years, but an increasing number of ski areas are trying to lure people on ski vacations by offering evening sessions. Telluride, located in the southwestern part of Colorado, is the latest [...]<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Ice Fishing for Art in Minnesota]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Jan 2010 02:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Ice fishing. Personally, I don't get it. Sure, I understand why it originated. Food. In winter. But these days? I'm inclined to agree with Jerry that it's some sort of desperate macho escapist ritual. I mean, I'm all for hanging out with buddies and tossing back a few beers, but out on the middle of [...]<br/><br/>9 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[A Very Sweet Christmas in Hershey]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 06:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Candy canes, peppermint bark, plum pudding, egg nog--all delicious holiday treats in their own right, but missing a certain something to titillate your taste buds? If that elusive ingredient is chocolate, then the cure for your holiday sweet tooth is just a short drive from Philadelphia hotels. Hershey, PA is the place to be through the rest of the month for Christmas in Hershey's holiday attract<br/><br/>17 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Head to Mt. Hood]]></title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2010 01:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Weather reports across the country are filled with forecasts of snow. For a lot of people this means one thing&#8211;time to hit the slopes! (After you can dig yourself out, of course.) Whether you prefer one stick, or two, strapping on crampons or snowshoes, or even sitting in a tube, the mountains are ready. All [...]<br/><br/>10 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Portland Lights]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 20:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Spending the holidays in Portland? It's a great town for it. Hopefully, you've finished all your shopping. (If not, at this point I strongly recommend I.O.U.s.) With any luck, you're not reading this at an airport bar because your flight has been delayed. Ideally, all you have left to do is get nestled snug in [...]<br/><br/>16 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[New Year’s Resolutions: Ten Travel To-Do’s for 2010]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/new-year%E2%80%99s-resolutions-ten-travel-to-do%E2%80%99s-for-2010/</link>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 15:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Everyone's been making Top Ten lists for 2009, or for the decade. I'm jumping on the list-making bandwagon, but with a twist: I thought I'd look forward instead of backward and muse on my top Northeast travel recommendations for the new year. While the economic outlook still seems uncertain, I'm also pondering recession-friendly ways to get the most out of your travel dollars, whether it's visiti<br/><br/>9 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Snow Skiing in North Carolina]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 10:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[As a South Florida native, it's not surprising that I have had very few interactions with snow. So seeing a couple of inches on the ground this past weekend was quite a treat-even though playing in it with my family nearly froze me solid, with wind-chill factors hovering near zero.Despite my limited snow exposure, I have [...]<br/><br/>9 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a Giant Fish in Port Clinton, Ohio]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 05:18:15 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[What are you doing New Year's Eve? You didn't forget to plan something in the midst of all the hype around that other holiday did you? Come on, it's New Year's Eve! It's your chance to party like an idiot then wake up and get a whole fresh start on life. Well don't worry, it's [...]<br/><br/>8 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Live the “Dream”: MLK, Jr. Weekend Events in D.C.]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 00:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[For people who are fortunate to get a three-day weekend in January, or for others who simply want to take a long weekend to escape the winter doldrums, Martin Luther King, Jr. weekend is a great time for a little getaway. For those who want to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. King himself, Washington, D.C. is the place to be this January 15-18. Not only will you enjoy considerable off-seaso<br/><br/>7 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Zip Lining and Rappelling in Cabo San Lucas]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 19:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[When most people think of Cabo vacations, they picture either lounging by the ocean a la Jennifer Aniston, or partying like a rock star a la Sammy Hagar.  Or both. There are many other ways however to enjoy this area at the southern tip of Mexico's Baja Peninsula. You can play a round at one of [...]<br/><br/>13 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[12 Reasons to Visit NYC This Winter]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Taking a bite out of the Big Apple may be a bit challenging this season, given that the (brrrrrrrr) chilly temperatures can just about numb your whole face! However, New York City is indeed a great choice for a 2010 wintertime getaway. Why? Well, there's the not insignificant matter of abundant off-season deals on New York City hotels as well as cheap flights. Plus, there's a dozen phenomenal eve<br/><br/>7 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Epic Journeys: The Evolution of Around-the-World Travel]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/epic-journeys-the-evolution-of-around-the-world-travel/</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Traveling around the world. It evokes images of exploring ancient villages enshrouded in jungle mists, dipping one's feet in crystal-clear waters where exotic fish flit by, trekking a verdant mountain, sharing a moment with a foreign stranger with whom the only common exchange is the language of smiles. It is something that armchair travelers dream of and that many adventurers seek out. However, <br/><br/>13 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Learn Michigan Wines at Four Celebrations]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/learn-michigan-wines-at-four-celebrations/</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 05 Sep 2009 10:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Four harvest season events highlighting the four viticultural areas of Michigan. Start looking now for Michigan hotels near one of these celebrations (or all four if you'd like to compare the areas) and get tasting.<br/><br/>16 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Navigating Washington, D.C. Museums: Top 10 Picks]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/navigating-washington-d-c-museums-top-10-picks/</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2009 09:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[If you're like me, experiencing a new city is as much about wandering its neighborhoods, sampling the local cuisine, and seeing how the locals really live as it is about sightseeing. Museums are particularly at the top of the agenda, and I like to visit a mix of top attractions and some (relatively) off-the-beaten-path sites. This sightseeing goal is easier to dream about than it is to plan, part<br/><br/>18 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Soak up the Remnants of Summer at the Northeast’s National Natural Landmarks]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Sep 2009 12:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Summer is winding down, so you don't want to miss out on any final opportunity--and they're dwindling rapidly--to enjoy long days of golden sunshine and balmy temperatures in the Northeastern U.S. before autumn chill takes hold. Sure, the lure of a New York City or Washington, D.C. vacation is strong, but perhaps you'd like to discover a beautiful outdoor destination with a unique twist. Well, la<br/><br/>12 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[NYC Area Farm Tourism, From Field to Fork]]></title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[What with the increasing national focus on ecological issues as well as what goes into our food, it should come as no surprise that sustainable farm tourism has become the latest travel trend to take hold in America. Combining agricultural education, environmental sensitivity, and culinary curiosity, this form of tourism draws people who already hit [...]<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Tulum, Mexico’s Costa Maya]]></title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2009 04:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Does Tulum, a growing tourism area about two hours south of most Cancun hotels, really need an international airport? The Mexican Tourism Board says  "yes." Apparently the land for said future airport has already been set aside and the government is just waiting for more interest from private investors before moving forward.The Riviera Maya, a stretch [...]<br/><br/>19 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[August in and around Anchorage]]></title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2009 12:18:04 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Just as Obama's task force was winding up their Alaskan tour, I was finishing up my own whirlwind family visit to Anchorage. Happily, all of the weather reports predicting a week of rain were wrong. I didn't need to use much of my rainy day list. Instead, we spent the week outside, chasing the three-year [...]<br/><br/>9 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Step Back in Time on St. Augustine’s St. George Street]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/step-back-in-time-on-st-augustine%E2%80%99s-st-george-street/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 14:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<guid>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/step-back-in-time-on-st-augustine%E2%80%99s-st-george-street/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[The things of yesteryear are what&#8217;s popular these days. Toys from the 1980&#8217;s were the big movie draws this summer, Who Wants to be a Millionaire? is airing on prime time again, Whitney Houston&#8217;s back on the radio, and Brett Favre has come out of retirement&#8230; again&#8230; for the fifth straight year. Everybody loves retro, and if you [...]<br/><br/>18 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Philadelphia Art Scene Comes Alive on First Fridays]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/philadelphia-art-scene-comes-alive-on-first-fridays/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2009 04:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<guid>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/philadelphia-art-scene-comes-alive-on-first-fridays/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Every city has its art museum, and Philadelphia&#8217;s doesn&#8217;t disappoint. The Philadelphia Museum of Art repeatedly delivers with its special exhibits and a permanent collection of masters and modern. However, discovering a city&#8217;s current artistic pulse doesn&#8217;t happen within the hallowed walls of a museum. One must seek it out in cafes, galleries, studio spaces, [...]<br/><br/>8 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Founding Day on Isla Mujeres near Cancun]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/founding-day-on-isla-mujeres-near-cancun/</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 02:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<guid>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/founding-day-on-isla-mujeres-near-cancun/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Isla Mujeres, a small island four miles off the Mexican coast near Cancun, is a tranquil tropical getaway any time of the year. Easily accessible (you can see it from many Cancun hotels), Isla Mujeres draws a less party-oriented crowd than its better-known neighbor. With crystalline waters, fine white-sand beaches, colorful reefs and abundant sea [...]<br/><br/>13 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Rainy Days in Anchorage are Child’s Play]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/rainy-days-in-anchorage-are-child%E2%80%99s-play/</link>
<comments>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/rainy-days-in-anchorage-are-child%E2%80%99s-play/</comments>
<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2009 06:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<category>Activities</category>
<guid>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/rainy-days-in-anchorage-are-child%E2%80%99s-play/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[In just a few hours I'm hopping on a plane, hopefully without incident, and flying up to visit family in Anchorage. When I travel and am going to be someone's houseguest, whether they're family or friends, I like to make a list of a few things I might want to do when I'm there. No [...]<br/><br/>16 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Get Your Irish On in Milwaukee]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/get-your-irish-on-in-milwaukee/</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Sick of all the Irish stereotypes? The drunks, the leprechauns, the misery. If you're looking for something more authentic than a singing Sean Connery, head to Milwaukee this weekend for Irish Fest. If any place can put on a great party and do the Irish proud, it's the City of Festivals. It's easy to find [...]<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Boards, Bikes and Beers - it’s Portland]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/boards-bikes-and-beers-it%E2%80%99s-portland/</link>
<comments>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/boards-bikes-and-beers-it%E2%80%99s-portland/</comments>
<pubDate>Wed, 12 Aug 2009 06:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Photo by Charles WillgrenWith news of shark sightings on the Oregon coast, summer temperatures returning to normal after that recent heatwave and super rates on Portland hotels, this weekend is looking like a great time to opt for inland and experience summer Portland-style. To locals used to living in a mecca for skateboarding, bicycling and [...]<br/><br/>15 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Swimming with Dolphins in Cabo]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/swimming-with-dolphins-in-cabo/</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2009 01:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Did you ever watch Flipper as a kid and want to be the one apprehending criminals and protecting marine life with a friendly dolphin sidekick? You are on your own as far as the crime fighting goes, but if you find yourself on a Cabo vacation, you should take the opportunity to fulfill your dolphin sidekick fantasy at [...]<br/><br/>17 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Biking in Bogota]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/biking-in-bogota/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 20:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<guid>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/biking-in-bogota/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Quick, name a large city winning accolades as a model in the fight against climate change and air pollution. Did you guess Seattle? Portland, maybe? No, I'm talking about Bogotá, Colombia.There was a lot of press last week about Bogotá's innovative bus system. The new BRT, Bus Rapid Transit, is similar to a subway system, [...]<br/><br/>19 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Cooking Classes in Puerto Vallarta]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/cooking-classes-in-puerto-vallarta/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Planning a Puerto Vallarta vacation? Are you interested in classical interior Mexican cuisine? If so, you should book your trip to coincide with the monthly cooking class at El Arrayán, one of the city's tastiest and most touted Mexican restaurants.Featuring authentic traditional dishes and locally sourced ingredients, El Arrayán's menu offers far more than the [...]<br/><br/>5 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Staying Cool in Scottsdale]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/staying-cool-in-scottsdale/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 10:18:02 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[I few years ago I read about a survey sponsored by the Scottsdale CVB. One of the questions asked people about the relative temperatures in Scottsdale and Phoenix in the summer. The survey results showed that Phoenix was perceived as "hot" while Scottsdale, with its glitzy resorts and upscale boutiques, was only perceived as "warm". [...]<br/><br/>17 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Chile’s Atacama Desert]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/chile%E2%80%99s-atacama-desert/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 05:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<description><![CDATA[Did summer showers mess up your plans for a picnic last weekend? That's nothing compared to what happened in Chile last week. The AP reported  that less than one one-hundredth of an inch of rain came down in Iquique, Chile, knocking out power to several parts of town and damaging the roofs of over 4,000 [...]<br/><br/>15 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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<title><![CDATA[Exploring Roatan, Honduras]]></title>
<link>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/exploring-roatan-honduras/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:18:03 WIT</pubDate>
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<guid>http://www.vacation-tips.net/activities/exploring-roatan-honduras/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[Honduras's ousted president Manuel Zelaya is still making headlines as he tries to foster international support for his return to office. The military leaders who staged the coup are not welcoming him back into the country.You, on the other hand, are more than welcome, as there are some bargain deals on cheap airfare to Roatan, Honduras [...]<br/><br/>11 Vote(s) ]]></description>
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