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The Colonial Coast Birding Trail in GA

The trail is is a portion of the Atlantic Flyway, lists 18 birding sites so ‘featherbrains’ can view the more than 300 species that fly Georgia’s coastal skies. Depending on the season and tides, birders have a chance to see … Continue reading

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‘Rebel Rose’ Greenhow Exhibit at Fort Fisher

Be sure to stop by Fort Fisher to see the exhibit on the war’s most famous femal spy. The famous Confederate spy, Rose O’Neal Greenhow, was lost in the surf at Fort Fisher on September 30, 1864. She had been … Continue reading

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The Hack & Livery General Store in RI

Walk into this RI  institution and you feel as though you’ve travelled back to your childhood. The old favorites are here, along with some new ones too: Yankee Candle, Crabtree & Evelyn, Painted Ponies, Faire Glenn, among others. Go ahead and … Continue reading

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America’s Memorial Day

Did you know that America’s Memorial day Holiday was inspired by events at Blanford Church and Cemetery. Soon after the Civil War ended, Mary Logan, the wife of Union Commander General John A. Logan, witnessed a group of school girls … Continue reading

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Blandford Church and Cemetery in VA

Blandford Church is indeed a rare American treasure. The Church’s fifteen exquisite windows were commissioned by the Ladies’ Memorial Association of Petersburg in memory of the Confederate soldiers buried at the adjacent Blandford Cemetery. From 1901 to 1912, famous designer … Continue reading

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Visit the Indian River Lagoon

The Indian River Lagoon has 36 rare and endangered animal species, one of which is the manatee. It is interesting to note that the manatee is also known as the sea cow. Over one-third of the nation’s manatee’s population lives … Continue reading

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Experience the IMAX at the Museum of Discovery and Science

The IMAX Experience is the world’s most powerful and involving 3D film experience. There is 300 stadium seating, 5-story-high screen, 15,000 watt digital sound system, and six-channels with 42-speaker surround sound. The sloped cinema seats bring the audience closer to … Continue reading

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Go horseback riding on the beaches of Hutchinson Island

Riding the beach on horseback is an experience of a lifetime. St. Lucie County is one of the only areas within the state of Florida that permits this unique activity.  The beaches designated for horseback riding in St. Lucie County … Continue reading

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Expanding the cache in Delaware

Due to the popularity and success of the original Delaware Geocaching Trail launched in October 2009, DTO partnered with the geocaching community, Delaware State Parks, and statewide attractions to add 50 new sites to the Trail.  Geocaching is a high-tech … Continue reading

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Alexandria was made for pets

Pets love Alexandria, Virginia‘s world-famous doggie happy hour, canine cruises on the Potomac River, and pet boutiques. Many shops and attractions welcome Fido-including Historic Mount Vernon. Old Town has three Kimpton hotels, famous for pampering pets. Enjoy trails and dog … Continue reading

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