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Puerto Penasco, Mexico , better known to gringos as Rocky Point , is a beautiful getaway located between the Sonoran Desert and the Sea of Cortez. Mountain peaks and bluffs surround the area, and it enjoys great year-round weather, with warm temperatures and little rain. Physical, cultural, and historical...
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Why pack a suitcase--just stuff a few pairs of shorts, couple of t-shirts, sandals, tennis shoes and some towels and sunscreen in an overnight bag, and head off for sun, sand and surf! I live about 4 1/2 hours from Galveston , which is great when I want to take an impulsive getaway weekend. We try to...
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Mention Galveston, Texas and many people would remember the name from one of the classic rock songs where it appeared. Mention that it's actually an island and some people may do a double take. Yes, Galveston is in fact an island, and not just that but an island with literally thousands of things...
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Galveston was discovered by Spanish explorers in 1523, but it's being re-discovered today by thousands of tourists who have flocked to its peaceful shores. Once they arrive, they find all kinds of activities just waiting for them, both on and off the water. Parakarting - Galveston has all the usual...
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Strutting in front of the fire truck was a pint-sized firefighter. He donned a firefighter's helmet and was smartly draped in a firefighting suit. With water hose in hand, he was ready for any impending danger. Despite his size, the stout-hearted Colin displayed the tenacity of a seasoned professional...
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As a teenager growing up in Ft. Lauderdale in the 1960s, I was fortunate to be able to spend Spring Break on Ft. Lauderdale Beach every weekend. The beautiful two-mile strip of sandy beach and azure ocean on A1A from Las Olas Boulevard north to Broward Boulevard was always packed with young people, loud...
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Ah, Ft. Lauderdale, original home to that annual party fest known as Spring Break. And while many students still flock to its sunny shores, Ft. Lauderdale is also a great destination for a family vacation, with all sorts of activities for kids, from tots to teens. Adults will find plenty to do, too,...
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Rich with both lush natural scenery and intriguing history, Kissimmee, Florida provides everything a mature traveler seeks in a vacation destination. Kissimmee is great for those who appreciate history, nature, shopping, dining and even has some adventure for the young at heart. This beautiful old town...
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Once a sleepy little cow town, Kissimmee, Florida has grown in a short time into a tourist destination in its own right. Situated just south of Orlando, its main artery is Highway 192 and is accessible to all the major roads in the Orlando area. Disney's back door is just a 15 minute drive up 192...
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Because of Kissimmee's close proximity to Disney World, you can get lodging accommodations along Highway 192 in Kissimmee and still be near the highway going to all the Disney World theme parks. There are, however, some local attractions in Kissimmee that you may like to visit when you've had...
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Most references to Orlando, Florida, conjures images of Walt Disney World and its theme park counterparts. Little do our throngs of tourists know that tucked away in the downtown corridor of Orlando are restaurant, shopping, and entertainment gems, waiting to be unearthed. The Thornton Park neighborhood...