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Six Kid-Friendly Summer Adventures to Try in Mammoth Lakes

We've said it once and we'll say it again: Mammoth Lakes is an absolutely perfect summer getaway for explorers of any age. The five-hour drive from Los Angeles is relatively quick and painless, the mountain peaks gorgeous, and the alpine lakes cool and inviting. Thanks to a record-breaking snowfa...

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The Best Christmas Towns in America

We've scanned the United States to find the cities that offer the best light displays, most amazing shows and grandest parades to herald in the yuletide season with great success. From Colorado ski towns to Pacific Northwest Bavarian villages, these destinations embrace the Christmas spirit so mu...

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An Expedition to Find America's Best Art Towns

Art offers a way to look beyond just a region's people and customs, and glimpse into their soul. There are a lot of big cities known for their art museums, but culture goes beyond what's found in a gallery.

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United States Travel Guide

The United States of America (US) is commonly known as “the land of the free, and home of the brave.” Since the turn of the 20th century, the US has been the central figure in global culture, economics and politics and the pinnacle of industrial expansionism. There is no denying its prominent gri...

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United States Holidays and Festivals

Across the United States each region is home to specialized festivals or events, but there are some that are ubiquitous for all. Independence Day celebrates the separation of the US from British colonial power. Thanksgiving is another traditional holiday, commemorating the European arrival at Ply...

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United States — Travel Tips

Language English is the main language spoken throughout the United States. However, Spanish is a second language taught in schools and widely accepted in local communities with large populations of Latin Americans. Travelers will notice that American English is also different from British English...

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United States — Visas and Vaccinations

For non-US citizens, it can be difficult to arrange visas to the USA. However, there are about three dozen countries around the globe that fall under the Visa Waiver Program, which usually allows for a six-month stay. Australia, Japan, New Zealand and the United Kingdom are some of the nations in...

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5 Places You Can Only Find in Jackson County, North Carolina

Jackson County, North Carolina is one of the finest examples of an off-the-beaten-path adventure destination with a whole lot of personality. Nestled deep within the Appalachian Mountains in between the Great Smoky and the Blue Ridge Mountain Ranges, you’ll find eight western North Carolina mount...

Haywood County Is a Mecca for Outdoor Enthusiasts

Haywood County is like the older, quirkier cousin of Gatlinburg, Asheville or Pigeon Forge — and you’ll be amazed at what you can find once you start looking. Its five mountain towns — Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Lake Junaluska, Canton, and Clyde — are brimming with adventure opportunities that o...

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Meet the Place Called the “Yosemite of the East”

Because the Great Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountain Ranges converge on the area, Jackson County’s mountain towns and winding roads are a smorgasbord of cascading waterfalls, twisting trails, and craggy cliffs. From epic mountaintop views to secret swimming holes, here’s how to get the most out of you...