If you take the Washington State Department of Transportation’s Bainbridge Island Ferry, and follow Highway 305 to Poulsbo, you will discover that much to your surprise you have arrived in Scandinavia. Well, not really, but it certainly looks like it. The elaborate Velkommen Poulsbo mural outside the Bakery Cafe certainly had you fooled. The floral patterns
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The Indianapolis Motor Speedway is legendary in the racing world. Maneuvering the banked curves of the famed oval was once an experience known only to the most competitive driver’s in the world. Today, though, it is available to everyday car-poolers and commuters. Indy Racing Experience allows everyday drivers to feel the thrill of racing. There
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The closest thing I’ve come to riding a horse has been the carousel at Walt Disney World Resort, so I thought it best to ease into the saddle, so to speak, before undertaking a dude ranch vacation. Rawhide Ranch, located in Brown County, Indiana, is close to home (just one hour from Indianapolis) and offers
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Without advanced planning, Disney vacationers may become overwhelmed with possibilities, experience long waits at restaurants, and find their trip slightly less than happy. However, taking five steps toward planning a trip to Walt Disney World Resort can turn a disastrous experience into a relaxing and memorable visit, the first of many to come. A little advance planning not only adds
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I love to shop sales, clip coupons and dive into the bargain basement. While I would never settle for quantity over quality, I get a rush over saving a little green here and there. Let’s face it, in today’s economy we are all seeking the thrill of a discount, especially when it comes to luxuries
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With the economy in a bit of an upheaval, it has been difficult for some businesses to stay afloat. Particularly hard hit have been tourist destinations. Many attractions in the Gulf Coast cities have had an especially hard time facing a decrease in tourism. Not only because of the economy, but equally devastating to the
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Let’s play a word association game. I say Houston, you think. . . oil, NASA or maybe the Astrodome. A contemporary art scene on par with New York City or London probably did not come to mind. On a recent visit to H-Town to cover the internationally renowned FotoFest, the level of art available everyday
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When friends heard that I would be spending a weekend in St. Louis, Missouri they nearly shouted “You have to go to the City Museum!” Being a fan of the arts and sciences I love museums, so adding this downtown attraction to our itinerary was easy. Filled with artwork and phenomenal collections of abstract items, my
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You don’t have to be an athlete or even a sports fan, for that matter, to enjoy the NCAA Hall of Champions in Indianapolis. Located on the west side of the city’s downtown area, the Hall, which pays tribute to athletic, academic and character-related accomplishments by individual student-athletes, teams, coaches and administrators, is part of
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When I’m handed a restaurant menu, I excitedly fling it open. My eyes don’t start with the customary appetizers, salads or entrees. No, my eyes head straight to the bottom right corner looking for one word that sets the tone for my meal – DESSERTS! Saving room for dessert is key to my dining pleasure.
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