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Five Must-Visit Spanish-Speaking Destinations Ideal for Solo Travelers
Situated in the heart of the Andes Mountains, Cusco, Peru, serves as the gateway to the ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu. Solo travelers can explore the city’s archaeological wonders, vibrant markets, and lively plazas while soaking in the rich Andean culture and hospitality © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
When you set off on a solo traveling adventure, there’s no need to haggle with…
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Most and Least Expensive Vacation Destinations in the U.S. in 2024
Laid-back vibes meet manageable costs at the sixth most expensive destination, Key West © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
A new study has revealed the most and least expensive vacation destinations in the America. Travel experts at OptimosTravels analyzed over 100 well-known attractions across America, assessing them based on daily meal expenses, public transportation costs, accommodation…
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Escape Adventures Introduces Guided Bikepacking Tour of North Dakota's Maah Daah Hey Trail
Escape Adventures is offering a 5-day camping and mountain biking tour of the 144-mile-long Maah Daah Hey Trail System (MDH) in North Dakota, showcasing some of America’s most breathtaking terrain.
(Las Vegas, NV) — Escape Adventures is offering a 5-day camping and mountain biking tour of the 144-mile-long Maah Daah Hey Trail System (MDH) in North Dakota, showcasing some of America’s most…
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New York State Parks and Historic Sites Celebrate Centennial
Watkins Glen State Park. New York State is celebrating the centennial of its parks and historic sites system with programs and events throughout 2024. © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
New York State Governor Kathy Hochul celebrated the centennial of the State Council of Parks creation on April 18, 1924. Landmarks across the state are being illuminated in Parks green and centennial gold…
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European Waterways Alsace-Lorraine Canal Cruise: A Boat Guillotine, Two Tunnels and a Monumental Chagall
European Waterways luxury hotel barge, Panache, approaches the “boat guillotine” at the Arzviller boat elevator © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
By Karen Rubin, Travel Features Syndicate, goingplacesfarandnear.com
Day 6 Lutzelbourg to Niderviller
On Day 6 our European Waterways luxury hotel barge, Panache, cruises from Lutzelbourg to Niderviller where the cruise ends, during which we…
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Photo Highlights: Total Solar Eclipse Above Long Lake, in New York’s Adirondacks is Stellar
In the path of totality of the Solar Eclipse, April 8, 2024, at Long Lake, in New York State’s Adirondacks © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com.
By Karen Rubin, Travel Features Syndicate, goingplacesfarandnear.com
With a huge swath of New York State in the path of totality for the April 8, 2024 Solar Eclipse, we headed to the Adirondacks, cleverly basing ourselves at The Lorca on Indian…
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European Waterways Alsatian Canal Cruise: Mystery of the Necklace in Saverne, Lalique in Lutzelbourg
European Waterways’ luxury hotel barge, Panache, cruises through the historic city of Saverne on the Marne au Rhin canal through France’s Alsace-Lorraine © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
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Day 4 Waltenheim-sur-Zorn to Saverne
On this fourth day of European Waterways’ seven-day cruise cruise on the Marne au Rhin canal…
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The jaw-dropping Postojna Cave, the most extensive cave system in Slovenia, is a series of caverns, halls and passages some 24 km long and two million years old. Slovenia holds the distinction of being the world’s first country to be entirely declared a Green Destination of the World. © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
NEW YORK, NY –In Slovenia, the diversity of natural landscapes stretches…
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Luxury Goes Green: 5 Ways Resorts Around the World Are Making Every Day Earth Day
Environmental responsibility is becoming an increasingly important factor for conscious travelers. Luxury resorts are undergoing a green revolution, with Solmar Hotels & Resorts, Majestic Hotel & Spa and Bahia Principe Hotels & Resorts leading the way.
Environmental responsibility is becoming an increasingly important factor for conscious travelers. Luxury resorts are undergoing a green…
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Passport to 12 Brandywine Valley Museums and Gardens on Sale
The Sunken Garden at the Nemours Estate, Wilmington, DE © Laurie Millman/goingplacesfarandnear.com
WILMINGTON, Delaware – Explore the history, culture and gardens of the Brandywine Valley for one low price with the Brandywine Valley Treasure Trail Passport. On sale now, the passport provides admission to 12 of the region’s top attractions and can be used any time between May 25 and October 31,…
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European Waterways Alsace-Lorraine Canal Cruise: Strasbourg's Cathedral, Wine Tasting on Route des Vins
Cruising through the allee of trees into Strasbourg on our first morning on European Waterways’ Panache cruise through Alsace-Lorraine © Karen Rubin/goingplacesfarandnear.com
By Karen Rubin, Travel Features Syndicate, goingplacesfarandnear.com
Day 2 Krafft to Strasbourg
Our first morning cruising the canals of France’s Alsace-Lorraine aboard European Waterways’ luxury barge hotel, Panache,…
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LI Music & Entertainment Hall of Fame to Celebrate 20th Anniversary with Star-Studded Event Honoring Billy Joel
Tickets on Sale Now
STONY BROOK, NY — The Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame (LIMEHOF) will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a concert gala in honor of Billy Joel at Tilles Center for the Performing Arts at LIU Post (720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, NY) on June 7th, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now.
“We are thrilled to celebrate the Long Island Music and Entertainment…
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Broadway Legend Stephen Schwartz Inducted into Long Island Music and Entertainment Hall of Fame
Musician Paul Shaffer, Broadway Artists, and Musicians Honor Award-Winning Lyricist & Composer of “Wicked,” “Godspell,” and “Pippin”
STONY BROOK, NY — Broadway came to Long Island recently as a range of vocalists from the “Great White Way” and musicians gathered to honor and induct award-winning Broadway and movie lyricist and composer Stephen Schwartz (“Wicked,” “Godspell,” “Pippin,”…
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