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By: Rosemary Gemmell
Setting off from the popular skiing resort of Aviemore, the Strathspey Railway is a round trip of about one and a half hours through the beautiful Scottish countryside. more...
Best Winter Holiday Travel Destinations
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By: Bev Yaworski
As weather cools, U. S., Canadian and European residents head for warmer spots to relax in the sun, see spectacular sites or travel to sunny ski slopes to unwind. more...
Holidays, Can be a Nightmare with Partner & Kids
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By: Dawn Ouedraogo
Can holidays be relaxing? Examples of dreadful vacation experiences seem to outweigh the good. When holidaying with partner & kids, what makes the best holiday and why? more...
Airport Screening for New First Time Flyers
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By: Sharon Perkins
First time or occasional flyers have lots to worry about; going through airport security screening without breaking any rules shouldn't be one of them. more...
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By: Melissa Roberts
Hosting a party, submitting an interview to the Library of Congress, or a picnic at a war memorial are only a few ways to honor Veterans Day. more...
Thanksgiving Holiday Air Travel Tips
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By: Sharon Perkins
Thanksgiving and travel go together; whether it's a trip to Grandma's or a trip to the Bahamas, many people feel the urge to leave town over the Thanksgiving holiday. more...
Dealing with Airline and Flight Problems
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By: Bridget Coila
From flight delays to overbooking, airline problems can make passengers' lives miserable. Learn to avoid excess baggage fees, overbooked flights and airline delays. more...
Tips for Trouble-Free Thanksgiving Travel Plans
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By: Karen Berger
In the United States, the Thanksgiving holiday mans full airplanes and clogged roads. A few tips can help travelers avoid the major pitfalls of holiday travel. more...
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By: Pamela Wright
Take a ride up lofty mountains and glacier-formed peaks, through dense, old-growth forests, and along lakes and ocean shorelines on these classic road trip get-aways. more...
Buy Fireworks With the Correct Classification
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By: Andrew Knowles
Anyone responsible for buying fireworks for private use, particularly for large private parties, should be aware of the different types of firework available. more...
Enjoy Incident Free Fireworks Displays at Home
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By: Andrew Knowles
A fireworks show in one's own garden is a unique experience. There's a special thrill when safely launching rockets to create incandesent cascades in the night sky. more...
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By: Karen Stephenson
Dozens of paranormal investigation teams have declared Eastern State Penitentiary haunted. This 180-year old facility is the perfect haunt for a Halloween attraction. more...
Top Ten Halloween Haunts in the U.S.
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By: Karen Stephenson
Every year thousands of thrill-seekers set out to find the ultimate Halloween horror. Halloween attractions have become big business in providing a haunting experience. more...
Exploring the English Lake District
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By: Jane Hodgson
The Buttermere valley in the North West Lake District is easily reached from Keswick and Cockermouth and provides outstanding opportunities for outdoor recreation. more...
