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Temples for a first-time visitor to kyoto, Japan
The intriguing history and beautiful traditions of Kyoto, the cultural capital of Japan, stretch back over 12 centuries, but how does a first-time visitor choose which to see among the Kyoto’s 1,600 Buddhist temples and 400 Shinto shrines? April Orcutt describes her first trip to Japan and the seven temples that were her favorites –…
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Yellowstone country in wyoming boasts lots of low budget or free experiences.
When we traveled on a family vacation to Yellowstone and onward to Cody, Wyoming we spotted bear along the road, caught fish in lakes, hiked, and attended our first Western Rodeo with riders, ropers, bull riders and bronc busters from all over the country. We discovered lots of free and moderately priced things to do. …
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Yellowstone country in wyoming boasts lots of low budget or free experiences.
When we traveled on a family vacation to Yellowstone and onward to Cody, Wyoming we spotted bear along the road, caught fish in lakes, hiked, and attended our first Western Rodeo with riders, ropers, bull riders and bronc busters from all over the country. We discovered lots of free and moderately priced things to do. …
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Best places to view the golden gate bridge
I drive across the bridge several times a week and never tire of its moods, magnificence and changing faces. Here are some of the best viewing spots. Those listed below are all free and open to the public. Note for out-of-towners: San Francisco can be very windy, particularly in the summer. Remember to wear layers,…
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The america’s cup races in San Francisco bay. explore its maritime past and kayak, sail, rocket boat, or cruise in the bay.
Ever since majestic clipper ships transported hordes of gold-seeking “49ers” to her shores, San Francisco has been a legendary port-of-call. From rousing sea chanteys to historical walking tours, the tale of San Francisco’s coming-of-age is most eloquently told in the history of its waterfront. Today, visitors have more opportunities than ever before to explore and…
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Surviving the Thailand tsunami
My family and I couldn’t wait to vacation in Southern Thailand where the weather is almost always sunny and deliciously warm. The ocean is calm and clear. That’s where my husband, two daughters and I joined many other North Americans, Europeans and Australians. We had plans to snorkel, dive, sail, kayak and relax. We had…