Friday, July 25, 2008

The Georgia Sea Turtle Center, Jekyll Island

Visitors to the Georgia Sea Turtle Center will explore exhibits on sea turtle conservation, rehabilitation, and their amazing journey from egg to adulthood. School field trips, public programs, and special events will highlight Georgia's unique coastal ecosystem and the mysterious world of these ancient reptiles. The Georgia Sea Turtle Centers mission is to increase awareness of habitat and wildlife conservation challenges, promote responsibility for ecosystem health and empower individuals to act locally, regionally, and globally to protect the environment.


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Surfing and Beach Fun along Florida's Space Coast

From the Canaveral National Seashore to Sebastian Inlet State Park - whether working on your tan, flying a kite, surf-fishing, or taking a romantic stroll Florida’s Space Coast beaches have something to offer all vacationers. Three of "Florida's Ten Best Beaches," as declared by Southern Living, along with six others, ribbon along Florida's Space Coast, offering distinct settings from secluded, sea-oat scattered strands to sun-splashed excitement beside the breakers. The Space Coast is home to over 100 of the best surf spots on the East Coast. Whether you are a pro or a grommet, you will be able to find a killer spot.


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Glass Blowing at Glass Axis in Columbus, OH

Glass Axis is a non-profit art center offering classes for all levels of experience. Their offerings include courses in glassblowing, stained glass, beadmaking and more. Their class schedule is available at www.glassaxis.org. Their office and gallery are open Monday - Friday from 9a.m. - 4p.m., and some weekends. The gift shop showcases unique artworks by local artists. Walk in traffic is welcome and most days you will be able to watch a glassblower at work. Tours may also be arranged for your enjoyment.










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Lousiana's State Capitol - Baton Rouge, LA

What began as the dream of one man - Governor Huey P. Long - became a symbol of pride, history and the spirit of Louisiana people. The building, completed in 1932 in a mere 14 months, stands on a 27-acre tract. As the tallest capitol in the U.S., the building is 450 feet high with 34 floors. The cost to complete the building cost a modest $5 million to build. There is tremendous symbolism throughout the design of the building, from the outside to the inside, including the Hall and the Senate and House Chambers. The Observation Deck is on the 27th floor and overlooks the city of Baton Rouge at a height of 350 feet. The views of the gardens are spectacular. In 1935, the building that Long built was also the site of his assassination. Senator Long is buried on the grounds and his statue faces the Capitol.


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Friday, July 18, 2008

Fishing & Hunting at Florida’s Northeast Coast

You want to go fishing and hunting? Then you are definitely at the right area in Florida’s Northeast Coast. The St. Johns River, Black Creek and a few smaller lakes team with black bass, red bass, bream, drum, croaker and flounder. Numerous boat ramps will provide you easy access. Jennings Forest Wildlife Management area offers hunting of deer, turkey, wild hog, fox squirrel, rabbit, and other game hunting during designated seasons. So don’t wait any longer go fishing and hunting at the beautiful St. Johns River or the Black Creek in the outstanding Northeast Coast of Florida.


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Headley-Whitney Museum - Lexington, KY

The Headley-Whitney Museum seeks to connect people with their culture and the cultures of others through the collection, interpretation and exhibition of the decorative arts -- furniture, metalwork, textiles and ceramics. The permanent collection includes jewelry and bibelots designed by Headley, his jewelry specifications, 18th and 19th century Chinese textiles, and Chinese ceramics which range in date from the Neolithic, Tang, Song, Ming and Qing periods.

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PGA Tour Golf Academy - Jacksonville, FL

The PGA TOUR Golf Academy, located in the World Golf Village, offers a full range of instructional opportunities from one-hour private lessons all the way to an award-winning two, three and five-day golf school. From their outstanding Link-Up-2-Golf programs for beginners to on-course playing lessons - the TOUR Academy is perfect for beginners and more experienced golfers. The Academy features a one-of-a-kind, 2,800-square-foot instruction building and learning center serving as home to esteemed instructors. At the PGA TOUR Golf Academy, golfers receive instruction programs featuring highly personalized attention to their individual needs and skill level. Programs include video swing analysis, a comprehensive instruction manual and written game plan for improvement.


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St. Marys Historic Candle Light Tour - Georgia Coast

Starting at Dusk at the old paper mill site in Historic Downtown St. Marys, the walking parade proceeds down Osborne Street with Santa & Mrs. Santa leading the way. Picture it all: Dance performances are a part of the parade. All decorated in Christmas Splendor, many Historic Homes are put on the tour for all to come and enjoy. A great way to share the beauty of the Christmas Holiday Season. Christmas music is sung. The parade ends at the Waterfront and the City Christmas Tree is lit.


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Friday, July 11, 2008

Nevada Museum of Art in Reno-Tahoe

The Nevada Museum of Art features world-class traveling exhibits along with it's own collection reflecting five focus areas centered on the aesthetic articulation of our land and environment. Designed by Will Bruder and inspired by Nevada's Black Rock Desert, the Nevada Museum of Art welcomes you to breathtaking galleries, a rooftop sculpture garden, The Museum Store and dining at Café Musée. The museum offers a variety of docent-guided tours for families and adult visitors.



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Walk the Junction Bridge Trail - Arkansas

Experience the beauty and strength of the past! Originally constructed in 1884, this defunct railroad bridge has been reconfigured and now serves as a pedestrian and bicycling walk across the Arkansas River, connecting riverfront parks in Little Rock and North Little Rock.

The 17-foot wide Junction Bridge is the fifth component of the Six Bridges Plan, which focuses on renovating and maintaining the Interstate 30 Bridge, Main Street Bridge, Broadway Bridge, Junction Bridge and the Rock Island Bridge near the Clinton Library.



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Amelia Island Jazz Festival - Amelia Island, FL

The Amelia Island Jazz Festival (October 5th - 12th, 2008 ) will once again light up the island with a week-long series of events celebrating the diverse all-American art form, jazz. Under the creative direction of renowned jazz drummer and bandleader, Les DeMerle, the festival will kick-off with a free jazz concert, continuing through the week featuring world-class jazz artists in a wide variety of styles including Dixieland, Smooth Jazz, Bebop, Big Band, Blues, Latin and more at St. Peter's Church Courtyard and several other charming venues on beautiful Amelia Island.


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Wednesday, July 2, 2008

History Buff Tour - Liberty County, GA

You have a variety of choices: From military and colonial history at Fort Stewart Museum, Fort Morris State Historic Site, Sunbury Cemetery and Midway Museum, Church and Cemetery to African-American history at Seabrook Village, Geechee Kunda Cultural Arts Center and Dorchester Academy and Museum. While traveling around the county you will find wonderful local fare as well as familiar chain restaurants to meet your needs, whatever your tastes. After a full day of exploring you'll want to rejuvenate in one of our many modern and convenient hotels within Flemington and Hinesville.


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The Juliet Boutique Hotel - Lafayette, LA

To experience The Juliet Boutique Hotel is to bask in elegance, intimacy and hospitality. Located at the center of Downtown Lafayette in the historic La Parisienne building, The Juliet is the first and only boutique hotel in Downtown Lafayette – bringing a marvelous new concept to this one-of-a-kind city. All rooms have custom made linens and luxurious amenities. A steam room and a sauna are located on site near our pool.


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Spa Treatments at Sevierville, TN

Enjoy pampering spa treatments to get in touch with nature and relax. Weather permitting, Utopia Day Spa offers any of their relaxing massages by their private pond with rolling foothills views. The Spa at Oak Haven, as featured in Southern Living Magazine, lets you unwind in the midst of nature in this full service log cabin day spa with plenty of windows opening onto tree filled views. The Spa at Oak Haven regularly offers seasonal specials including this summer’s Green Tea Facial special, Father’s Day special and Back to School spa specials for teachers, teens and moms.


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The House of Ice - Madison, GA

One of Madison’s newest businesses, House of Ice is located in Jefferson Square park side across from the future town park in the heart of Madison's historic district. They currently offer their patrons over 450 trays of designer inspired fashion jewelry as well as purses, sunglasses, belts, scarves, hats and accessories. Their inventory is constantly changing and expanding, and the variety of product they offer is sure to please any shopper’s taste. As they always say: “To shop well is to live well.”


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