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California Vacation – Discover the spirit

January 17th, 2010 · 1 Comment

It was the gold rush of the 1840 that introduced California with the rest of the world. Thousands of tourists visit California every year to discover the true spirit of the state. The state offers varieties of experience; as you proceed towards the east from the coastal line you get to see the true color of California. Sierra Nevada Mountains, redwood forest, desert and large coastal line – California has everything in its bag!

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Tags: California · Continental United States · Los Angeles · San Francisco · United States Destinations · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips

Fame, fortune and the Golden Gate Bridge

October 4th, 2009 · No Comments

The Golden Gate Bridge is the oldest, longest, tallest single span bridge in the United States. The bridge is a uniquely special bridge because of age and construction. Plus from the bridge, you can see Alcatraz and Angel Island, which makes it even more special. Right? What we’re saying is true, right?

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Tags: California · Continental United States · San Francisco · United States Destinations · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips

Try a Train Trip This Summer

June 25th, 2009 · No Comments

An appealing option for a summer road trip for road trip planners to consider is to utilize the train system for the long stretches of highway between destination cities. This way, “getting there” becomes its own adventure, especially if your trip includes an overnight stay aboard the train! Plus you get the added bonus of leaving the bulk of the driving to someone else.

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Tags: California · Chicago · Continental United States · Illinois · Los Angeles · San Francisco · Train Travel · United States Destinations · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips · Vacation Types

Top 5 Places to Vacation in the US

June 21st, 2009 · No Comments

People go for a vacation with their family for relaxation and enjoyment. There are a lot of places in the world to visit. It is impossible for a person to visit all these places in one lifetime. Most people dream of a vacation in the USA. Since the US is a big country, there are many places to see. To enjoy a holiday in the country, it is necessary to make a plan before you travel.

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Tags: Arizona · California · Continental United States · Florida · Las Vegas · Nevada · New York · New York City · Orlando · San Francisco · United States Destinations

Sipping a Napa Valley Wine

June 13th, 2009 · No Comments

It is indeed an experience to sip wine on a sunny terrace in Napa valley. Napa Valley is famous for its wineries and wines. Visiting all the vineyards and tasting the different types of wines available is in itself a pleasurable experience. The conditions necessary for producing good wine are available in Napa Valley, as it has the right type of soil and climate for growing Bordeaux grapes such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Saugivnon Blanc.

Many varieties of grapes are grown in Napa Valley. Some of the famous wines are Merlot, Zinfandel, Riesling, Petite Serah, Chenin Blanc, Gamay Beaujolais, Semillion, Cabernet Franc, Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Grignolio and Dolcetto.

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Tags: California · Continental United States · San Francisco · United States Destinations · Vacation Planning · Vacation Tips