Roanoke, Virginia's star

Roanoke, Virginia: A Re-rising Star

by Craig Stoltz

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This old railroad town in the Blue Ridge is making a quirky comeback as a great place to visit
Big Bear Lake from the top of Cougar Crest trail, with San Gorgonio Mountain in background

A Weekend in Big Bear: Fine Dining, Hiking & Boating

by Terry Nozick

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An impromptu weekend in Big Bear Lake included fine dining, breathtaking views, hiking, and a boat ride on the lake.
The Eiffel Tower at night

Love Knows No Bounds: Exploring France on an LGBTQ+ Cruise

by Mary Sheridan

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OUTbound's LGBTQ+ itinerary took us to five cities in France. We did excursions, we ate, and we drank. Did we play drag bingo? We sure did.
Panoramic View of the City of Portland as seen from Pittock Mansion

A Step Back In Time: Pittock Mansion In Portland, Oregon

by Lisa Evans

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Pittock Mansion in Portland, Oregon, offers a spectacular view into the city's history — and of the city itself.
Yakima Valley Washington vineyards view

Travel Writers Taste Yakima Valley Wines from Two of its 120 Wineries

by Debbra Dunning Brouillette

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Yakima Valley, Washington, which now supplies a third of the state’s grapes, invites visitors to “Come to the Source.”
Trolley parked before Founding Footsteps BYOB trolley tour.

Five Surprising Reasons to Visit Philadelphia

by Mary Farah

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There’s more to love about Philadelphia than American history and the Rocky steps. A lot more. Discover five unique sights to see in Philly.
Dauntless Wine Company flags on table

Wine with a Mission: Dauntless Wine Company’s Veteran Legacy

by Pam Baker

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Dauntless Wine Company in Tualatin Valley, Oregon, has a noble mission to support the veteran community and make great wine.
Tiramisu dessert featured image taken on NCL Epic cruise ship

Yes, Specialty Dining Was the Right Decision

by Betsi Hill

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My husband and I had never sprung for the specialty dining package on a cruise. We finally did. It was worth every cent.
East Coast of Barbados, with sand in the air

In Barbados, I got some African Sand in My Eye

by Craig Stoltz

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Our guide told us the haze was from Sahara sand blowing over from Africa. Improbably, he was right.
Cypress and tupelo stumps rise out of the Atchafalaya Basin swamp, North America’s largest wetland.

The Louisiana Swamp That Keeps On Giving

by Christine Salins

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Atchafalaya is North America’s largest wetland and a refuge not only for wildlife, but for Cajuns who love living on the swamp.
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