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Snow and cold got you down? Remember, spring is around the corner, and that means wildflowers
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Want some peace and quiet? Avoid cities, the East Coast
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A 1948 flood washed away the WWII housing project Vanport—but its history still informs Portland's diversity
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The Winter Wings Festival at Klamath Basin National Wildlife Refuge is one of the longest-running bird festivals in the country
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These locations combine presidential history and romance
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It's the first time the United States has nominated works of modern architecture
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January 26 marks the 100th anniversary of the creation of Rocky Mountain National Park—and celebrations are going all year long
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The species is being reviewed for potential addition to the Endangered Species list. Can tourism help save the butterfly?
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A Smithsonian traveling exhibition offers an unprecedented glimpse at costumes from a galaxy far, far away
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The British painter is the subject of a new film, but where can you see him stateside?
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From Georgia to Connecticut, Elvis' spirit lives on in unexpected places
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Trains have always been a part of holiday celebrations—so why not hop aboard this season? Here are six seasonally appropriate rides to consider
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Known as total cloud inversion, the weather phenomenon is quite rare—and spectacular
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We know where the bodies are buried ... take a virtual tour of world cemeteries that host famous artists and rogues
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All across the country, birds are making the trek south for the winter—here are some of the best places to witness their journey
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President Obama grants federal protection to half of the California mountain range
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Old mines, abandoned buildings, and the occasional curse: Ghost towns cover the United States, and they make for a fun detour
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The 43rd Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta sends hundreds of hot air balloons soaring into the sky
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Want to be dazzled by Mother Nature’s fall foliage display? Just hop in the car.
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New measurements revealed the world's largest cave, which is unfortunately off-limits. But what are some other impressive underworlds open for visitors?
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