Tuesday, June 24, 2008

The Beaches of Jetty Island - Snohomish County, Washington

If summertime is when you’ll be in Washington, head north to Everett and board the ferry to Jetty Island, a 2-mile long, man-made island with sandy beaches and shallow warm water. With two miles of sandy beaches and the warmest water in Puget Sound, enjoy beach combing and marine programs. Kite boarding is becoming a popular sport and experienced boarders have found the waters near Jetty Island in Everett to be the perfect match for a day of kite boarding.

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Healing Springs and Blackville Historical Tour

On your Blackville Historical Tour you will see churches and homes in Blackville’s historical downtown, Healing Springs, Civil and Revolutionary War sites and the Mennonite Community. Learn about the history of different churches or about the secrets of growing, preserving and using herbs while visiting Lil's Herb Garden. You may choose to end your tour with an afternoon tea at a Mennonite home where you will enjoy a choice of several kinds of tea as well as sandwiches and pastries.


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Wednesday, June 18, 2008

Hiking to Sharp Top's Summit - Bedford, VA

One and one-half miles to the summit, Sharp Top's Summit is the most popular trail at the Peaks. It originates from the Camp Store across the Parkway from the Visitors Center. It is a steep and strenuous route and should only be attempted by those in good health. Drinking water should be carried. The summit offers impressive 360-degree views of the Peaks of Otter, the Piedmont to the east, the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Shenandoah Valley with the Allegheny Mountain to the west. There is a spur to Buzzard’s Roost, a series of large rock formations.

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Sweet Home Plantation - Pine Mountain, GA

Surrounded by its 100 acres of gardens, fields, woods and original outbuildings, Sweet Home transports all who visit to Georgia's Antebellum South, evoking the beauty, grace and charm of the Old South Legend. This National Historic Register 1840 Greek Revival Home is a virtual mid-19th century time capsule, beautifully furnished with period furniture. Sweet Home Plantation is ideally suited for weddings and receptions, private parties, corporate events, barbeques and picnics.



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Friday, June 13, 2008

Piney Point Lighthouse Museum and Historic Park - St. Mary's MD

Located on the Potomac River in St. Mary's County, 14 miles upstream from its mouth at the Chesapeake Bay, stands the Piney Point Lighthouse and Historic Park. The Lighthouse, which is known as the Lighthouse of Presidents, is only half a century younger than the United States. In the past, presidents and other notables of American history spent their summers at the Piney Point Lighthouse beginning with President James Monroe. Today it is your part to visit!

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Kelly's Salon & Spa at Stratford - Wheeling, WV

Pamper yourself in the soothing, sophisticated atmosphere of Wheeling's finest salons...Kelly's family of salons. With an experienced team of stylists skilled in the latest hair, skin, and nail care techniques, each Kelly's is truly a full-service salon. Kelly's salons take pride in meeting the specific beauty needs of discriminating men and women. In addition to friendly, professional service, Kelly's salons offer a variety of products to help you maintain the unique individual look that only we can create.


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Desert Botanical Garden - Mesa, AZ

Nestled amid the red buttes of Papago Park, the Desert Botanical Garden hosts one of the world’s finest collections of desert plants. One of only 44 botanical gardens accredited by the American Association of Museums, this one-of-a-kind museum showcases 50 acres of beautiful outdoor exhibits. Home to 139 rare, threatened and endangered plant species from around the world, the Garden offers interesting and inspiring experiences to more than 300,000 visitors each year.


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The Hollywood Casino - Louisiana

In 1994 the Hollywood Casino opened its doors in downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana. With over 1140 slots, Hollywood Casino offers all of the favorite games, such as, Double Lucky 7's, Double Diamond, Sizzling 7's, Wheel of Fortune, Fort Knox, Blazing 7's, Loco Loot and many more! The steakhouse at the Hollywood Casino features dishes made from the highest quality products and offers one of the best wine lists in Baton Rouge!



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