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This is a great time to be in NYC, for fall foliage in parks and gardens, the annual Corn Maize in Queens, ice skating rinks re-opening for the season, FREE Halloween events, FREE Archtober architectural events, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree arrives, the NYC Marathon, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and other holiday happenings begin
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The snow is already falling in the West, so get your skis or snowboards ready for what promises to be a great season, thanks to El Nino. These are the opening dates scheduled for Ikon Pass resorts. Some also are members of the Mountain Collective multi-destination pass. Opening dates are subject to change without notice.
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The change in seasons is a good time to give your vehicle some care and attention to prepare for colder weather. These common sense car care tips can help prevent costly breakdowns and even accidents. Schedule a Check-Up Take your vehicle to a trusted repair facility to perform any needed maintenance before heading out. Oil
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Here’s your guide to the best NYC parks in each borough for multi-colored fall foliage magic, including white oak trees whose leaves turn purple, and maples whose reds, oranges and yellow epitomize fall color.
Ikon Pass prices for the upcoming 2026/27 season increase on Oct.7 – so buy now to avoid paying more later, and get new destinations and expanded access to existing ones, new lifts and terrain at participating mountains, and other perks. Also new is a fully refundable purchase option. At a Glance 2026/27 Ikon Pass News
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The Canstatter Volksfest in Stuttgart is a smaller version of Munich’s gigantic Oktoberfest, although the suds-fueled merry-making is just as raucuous. When some 5,000 people get together in a tent with mountains of food, rivers of foamy brews and a band encouraging sing-a-longs, it is just not possible to sit quietly for long. I’ll admit
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Traveling with kids can be stressful enough – all those “are we there yet” questions – without the added stress of a family member with special needs, whatever their age. These tips from accessible travel experts will help make multi-generation vacations more fun for everyone. It is simply sensible advice when traveling with anyone who
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Some of the best reasons to visit national parks are the chance to spot wildlife, including bison, elk, bear, moose, wolves, eagles, trumpeter swans and more. Plus, of course, hundreds of species of birds. With more than 400 national parks and preserves in the National Parks System, there’s plenty of opportunity.
SUVs are great family-haulers, but only some of them are built for camping, off-road exploration or serious road trips. If you are looking for a car or truck for serious adventures, rather than an all-around utility vehicle, these 2026 models are the best, according to a first-ever survey by U.S. News & World Report. 2026
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A record number of us will be traveling more than 50 miles from home this Memorial Day Weekend. The annual AAA survey predicts 44.8 million will be on the move between Thursday, May 21 and Monday, May 25. That’s more than in 2025, which set a record.