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Weekend Getaways Ideas Within 2 Hours Of New York City
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Is cabin fever becoming all too familiar? We rounded up some of the best last-minute getaways you can get to within 2 hours from New York City. It's time to hit the road!
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Beaches
5 Of The Least Touristy Islands In Greece
travelawaits.com - Richard Nahem
Greece is famous for its idyllic islands with small villages full of gleaming white houses, pebble and sand beaches with crystal clear water, ancient …
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8 Stunning Marvels To See At U.S. National Parks
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Saturday marks the start of National Park Week! We found some of the most breathtaking natural wonders within our great parks. Check them out and start planning your next adventure...
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Louisiana
From Sweet Music To Sweet Tea: These Southeast Road Trips Will Appease All Of Your Senses
travelawaits.com - Clayton McKibbin
Road trips topped the list when we asked our readers to share their travel plans for 2021 so we are highlighting all of the great journeys that our …
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Health
This Women-Led Company Is Tackling Women’s Health With New Resources
travelawaits.com - Linsey Stevens
There’s something decidedly indulgent about kicking back in bed, propped up by a mountain of pillows, favorite beverage on your nightstand, with time …
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Southeast Missouri State University
6 Big Missouri Towns With A Small-Town Feel
travelawaits.com - Erika Ebsworth-Goold
With its winding rivers, stunning natural beauty, fantastic food, arts, culture, and a laid-back, Midwestern vibe, the state of Missouri has many …
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Northern Arizona
Grand Canyon North Rim Vs. South Rim: 9 Key Differences
travelawaits.com - Cindy Barks
At first glance, you wouldn’t think there would be many distinctions between the South Rim and the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. After all, they …
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Disney Springs
These Mouth-Watering Cookies Are All The Rage At Walt Disney World
travelawaits.com - Jim Fulcher
If you absolutely love cookies and are going to be at Disney Springs, get ready for some good news -- really good news. The cookie hot-spot Gideon’s …
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travel news
These Breathtaking Rainbow Colored Mountains Are A Fascinating Geological Wonder
travelawaits.com - Jim Fulcher
They may look like something out of a Dr. Seuss story -- or as locals say, like “God overturned his palette” -- but the Rainbow Mountains of China …
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Air France
Oui! Air France Announces Non-Stop Flights From Denver To Paris
travelawaits.com - Jim Fulcher
If you live in Colorado and want to visit Paris, France, your travel plans are about to get easier. And if you live in Denver, they’re about to …
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Hiking
Exploring Flagg Mountain, The Greatest State Park That Never Was
travelawaits.com - Joe Cuhaj
I first arrived in Weogufka, Alabama, in 2000 to add a new hike to a guidebook I was writing on hiking the state. I was told that the town held a …
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Australia
Why You Need To Visit This 2021 Aussie Town Of The Year
travelawaits.com - Nadine Cresswell-Myatt
Wotif.com (a travel site whose name plays on the Australian pronunciation of “What if?”) recently announced the winners of the 2021 Aussie Town of …
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Texas Revolution
18 Reasons To Fall In Love With Historic Victoria, Texas
travelawaits.com - Janie H. Pace
Southeast of San Antonio, centered between Houston and Corpus Christi and just a stone's throw from the Gulf, you'll discover the charming little …
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More Than 92% Of Travelers Aged 50+ Plan To Travel In 2021
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For Immediate Release: TravelAwaits, an online travel publication serving travelers aged 50+, surveyed its readers and found they are looking to make …
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Asia Travel
How Taiwan Stole My Heart
travelawaits.com - Cindy Barks
Taiwan -- or indeed anywhere in Asia -- was not on my travel radar when my son and his girlfriend, a native of Taiwan, visited me in Arizona for …
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Marine Mammals
10 Fantastic Experiences Happening At California National Parks This Week
travelawaits.com - Wendy Lee
With nine national parks and an additional 24 monuments, trails, seashores, and historic sites, California might just be the best state in the union …
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Italy
7 Essential Tips For Planning A Beautiful Road Trip Through Italy
travelawaits.com - Ulrike Lemmin-Woolfrey
The Italians’ reputation precedes them, and not just their penchant for flirting or cooking superb food, but their driving style. YouTube is full of …
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Beaches
The Truth Behind Japan's Star Sand Beaches
travelawaits.com - Greg Robertson
One of the rarest forms of sand, star sand, is both a beautiful sight and a scientific marvel. Found on the Taketomi, Hatoma, and Iriomote islands of …
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Amtrak
One Day Left To Book Buy-One-Get-One Amtrak Roomette Deal
travelawaits.com - Jim Fulcher
If you’ve never traveled by train, you’ve missed a relaxing trip: There’s no need to search for gas stations and restrooms, no need to worry about …
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Coffee
9 Ways To Avoid Looking Like A Tourist In France
travelawaits.com - Richard Nahem
As wonderful as traveling abroad and experiencing different cultures and customs is, there are social protocols in each country that visitors may be …
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Outdoors
Nickerson State Park, Massachusetts’ Best Kept Camping Secret
travelawaits.com - Sandi Barrett
Piney woods, gently sloping hills, and freshwater kettle ponds grace 1,900 acres at Nickerson State Park in Brewster, Massachusetts. It is difficult …
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Sculpture
Everything To Know Before Visiting Frederik Meijer Gardens And Sculpture Park
travelawaits.com - Amy Piper
Located in Grand Rapids on the west side of Michigan’s lower peninsula, Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park is a 158-acre combination …
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The Best-Kept Secrets For Finding The Cheapest Travel Deals
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After all, a penny saved is a penny earned (for future travel)!
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Oregon
How To Spend A Perfect Weekend In Outdoorsy Eugene, Oregon
travelawaits.com - June Russell-Chamberlin
Nestled among wooded hills and surrounded by the fields and vineyards of the southern Willamette Valley, Eugene, Oregon, shares much of its culture …
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France
5 Best Summer Cultural Festivals In France
travelawaits.com - Richard Nahem
Summer in France means the French are on their vacances (vacations) and are eager for fun activities and celebrations. A bevy of cultural, music, …
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Venice
Peek Inside At The Ornate Interiors Of The World's Oldest Cafe
travelawaits.com - Inka Piegsa Quischotte
Stroll along under the arches of Procuratie Nueve, bordering Sankt Mark’s Square in Venice, Italy, preferably at dusk, and you will be drawn in by …
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National Parks
Every National Park Is Free This Saturday, Here's Why
travelawaits.com - Jim Fulcher
National Park Week, the weeklong celebration honoring America’s national parks, is next week. To kick the week off -- and make it even more fun -- …
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Puerto Rico
Two Airports Reopen In Puerto Rico After Year-Long Closures
travelawaits.com - Jim Fulcher
Two airports closed to commercial flights have reopened in Puerto Rico after being shut down for more than a year because of the coronavirus pandemic. …
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Vaccine Passport
What Is A Vaccine Passport, And Do You Need One To Travel?
travelawaits.com - Amy Sward
As the world starts to re-open following the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us want to start traveling again. But there’s a lot of controversy …
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Why You Really Need To Travel Solo At Least Once
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Traveling solo may seem like a daunting adventure, but it is also an exciting way to challenge yourself and learn a lot. Read these inspiration solo traveling stories, plus the best tips for staying safe, meeting people while abroad, and enjoying your trip to the fullest!
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