In Indianapolis there are six cultural districts, each with a personality – original, lively and only found in the Hoosier state capital.  Enjoy your favorite district, or find a new one, and enjoy some neighborhoods find that include fun dining experiences, funky restaurants and cafes, shops, galleries, and more, all with that distinctive Indy style. Canal & […]
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After a few meals in New Orleans, it’s easy to see why entire books have been written about this city’s cuisine. While many American cities have a regional specialty, New Orleans is laden with options, incorporating such diverse influences as French provincial, Spanish, Italian, West Indian, African, Native American and good old southern American. Here
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It’s 897 steps to the top of the Washington Monument, and while the record time for climbing to the top is 6 minutes and 42 seconds, it’s probably a better idea to take the elevator to the top – it only takes 70 seconds. Or at least it will once the Washington Monument opens to
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Baltimore, Maryland or “Bawl-mer”, as it is pronounced by the locals, is located approximately 40 miles from Washington, DC. Since its founding in the 1700s, Baltimore has been a major seaport and one of the most visited areas of the city is the Inner Harbor. Steeped in history, the Harbor offers a variety of attractions, entertainment, shopping
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Now that winter is well under way, it is a great time to hit the slopes for some skiing or snowboarding in one of the most popular ski states in the United States – Colorado. Most of the areas in Colorado are nestled in the Rocky Mountains off of I-70, usually just a day or
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Indianapolis is the capital of the state of Indiana and a capital city for hosting sporting events. From Auto racing to Big Ten Tournaments, NCAA Men’s and Women’s Final Four Basketball Championships to Olympic Trials for swimming, diving and track and field, and host of NFL Super Bowl XLVI, Indianapolis is the place for sports.
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I will be the first to admit that a vacation at Walt Disney World Resort can be an expensive adventure. However, with a little digging, I have uncovered some fabulous freebies that will keep you entertained at Disney World for hours. Hit the Boardwalk Built to resemble famous boardwalks of coastal cities, Disney’s Boardwalk shops
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Some of the best things in New Orleans are free – or nearly so. Â I recently visited at the end of a long trip, when finances were getting low, and discovered a few tips that kept my budget in check while allowing me to experience the city to its fullest. Lose Yourself in the
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Who said you have to be a millionaire to live in or visit the Big D or its neighbor the renowned cattle-rich city of Fort Worth. While just minutes away from each other, both cities are different and offer their own version of how to have a no-cost good time. There seems to be a plethora
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It’s easy to think of a beach vacation as merely surf, sun, and sand, but in quirky Carmel, it also means delicious food and winetasting. Once you get away from the gorgeous beaches, Carmel is a wanderer’s paradise of art galleries, shops, fine restaurants, and a self-guided Wine Walk Tour taking you to 12 tasting
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