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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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It's a generally accepted fact that most people slow down to look at a traffic accident. It's human nature. We're drawn to the unknown and the gruesome, whether it's flipping to the photographs in a true crime paperback or opening the refrigerator container from three months ago. We're...
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Lake Tahoe is a gorgeous mountain lake located in the High Sierras. Straddling the California-Nevada border, the lake features clear, sparkling waters surrounded by lofty peaks. Because of the lake's size, 22 miles long and 11 miles wide, the best way to take full advantage of all it has to offer...
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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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Speaking as a baby boomer, when I was a kid, Ft. Lauderdale meant one thing - spring break! Like most of us, however, the things we found enjoyable 40 years ago don't quite meet our expectations now. I really don't like staying in a seedy motel, sharing the bed (or the floor) with 5 or 6 other...
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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,...