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Visit US Presidents & First Ladies in NYC

Visit US Presidents & First Ladies in NYC

This Fourth of July holiday weekend is a good time to be reminded of NYC presidential history and consider visiting one of the official NYC places connected to US Presidents and First Ladies, including George Washington, Ulysses S. Grant, FDR and Jackie Kennedy.

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What to Do in Hershey Without Visiting Hershey Park

What to Do in Hershey Without Visiting Hershey Park

Hershey, Penna., is synonymous with chocolate and with its giant amusement park. But you can avoid expensive, crowded Hershey Park and still have a great time, including special exhibits at the Hershey Auto Museum, a butterfly-filled garden and a 4D experience at Chocolate World. Here’s how to enjoy this popular destination and keep your budget from melting through your fingers like warm chocolate.

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America’s 11 Most Most Endangered Historic Places

America’s 11 Most Most Endangered Historic Places

Every year, the National Trust for Historic Preservation tells us which treasured sites are most in danger, because of damage by hurricanes, tornadoes, flooding, or simply old age. These endangered sites can be a single building or an entire downtown area, and include examples of how communities are taking the lead to preserve and find
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George Washington’s New York City

George Washington’s New York City

Happy Birthday, George Washington, born Feb. 22, 1732 in Virginia. He had a long relationship with NYC, as a Revolutionary War general and later as President, and there are more than a dozen spots to visit where George Washington slept, ate, worshipped and governed. Also, locations connected to US Presidents Theodore Roosevelt and Ulysses S.
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Best Christmas Markets in Germany

Best Christmas Markets in Germany

Christmas Markets are a centuries-old tradition in Germany, taking over town squares with colorful booths filled with handmade gifts, holiday decorations, food and entertainment that includes concerts and puppet shows. Here are some of the best Christmas Markets in Germany, most of which are daily through Christmas Eve. In alphabetical order, since that’s the only
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Free Admission to National Parks on Veterans Day 2024

Free Admission to National Parks on Veterans Day 2024

Current military, veteran, reservist or not – everybody gets free admission to 400+ national parks and historic sites on Veterans Day 2024, Monday, Nov. 11. That includes more than 100 sites with special ties to the US military, including Revolutionary and Civil War sites and those related to US presidents. There also is special programming
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25 Most Haunted Hotels in USA

25 Most Haunted Hotels in USA

Rooms With a Boo: Stay in one of these historic hotels, where some “spirited” guests may have checked out, but never leave. From a former convent to hotels adjacent to battlegrounds and one that was once a morgue, many of these hotels report that former guests or former owners haunt the halls long after they have checked out, and that current guests have seen them.

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World Tourism Day Celebrates the Power of Travel

World Tourism Day Celebrates the Power of Travel

Sept. 27 is World Tourism Day, acknowledging and celebrating the power of travel and tourism to change lives. That includes the potential to foster global understanding and promote peace. Which is why the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has named this year’s theme: “Tourism and Peace”. The World Committee on Tourism Ethics (WCTE) welcomed the announcement,
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Best Free Things To Do in New York City

Best Free Things To Do in New York City

Whether you are a NYC native like me, moved here recently, or a visitor experiencing the greatest city on the planet, these are the best FREE things to do in New York City.   This list offers something for everybody, including FREE museums and sightseeing, FREE guided tours, FREE tickets to late night TV shows,
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UNESCO Adds 24 New Sites

UNESCO Adds 24 New Sites

UNESCO has added 24 new sites, a mix of significant cultural and natural wonders, and one which is in danger due to the conflict surrounding it.  The new UNESCO sites are throughout the world, but nothing new in North America. Here are the new UNESCO sites, by category – UNESCO New Cultural Heritage Sites The
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