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Attraction of the Week: Season’s Greetings at the U.S. Botanical Gardens in D.C.

Washington D.C. is home to a number of fun, free, and festive holiday attractions. While hotels in the area can be a bit pricey, most museums and several holiday attractions will cost you absolutely nothing! This helps keep trip costs down a bit. D.C. is home to over a dozen world-renowned ...

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The 100th Anniversary of The National Tree Lighting in D.C.

Although the dazzling Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in NYC receives the most tourist and media attention, The National Tree is an iconic sight in its’ own right. If you find yourself visiting D.C. over the holiday season, you will want to add seeing this beautiful tree to your itinerary. ...

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Attraction of the Week: Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is one of the best places in Pittsburgh to enjoy nature. Located in the busy Oakland neighborhood, this conservatory is definitely an oasis in a congested urban area. The 15 acre space includes 23 diverse gardens, as well as a 14 room glasshouse. This ...

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Attraction of the Week: The Cincinnati Art Museum

Cincinnati is considered to be one of the best cities for art lovers. While the city may be more famous for baseball and beer, it also pops up on many “best art cities” lists. All major art forms including opera, ballet, symphony, theater, and fine arts can be enjoyed in Cincinnati. ...

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Attraction of the Week: Pittsburgh’s Point State Park

Point State Park is located at the tip of Pittsburgh’s “Golden Triangle.” This nickname was given to the downtown region as it marks the joining point of the Allegheny and Monongahela River to the Ohio River. From afar, you can see the triangle-like shape of the park with the ...

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Attraction of the Week: Mercado San Agustin in Tucson

Mercado San Agustin, a beautiful open air courtyard, is the place to go in Tucson for a leisurely weekend brunch. The 15,000 square foot space is home to a number of local businesses, including popular restaurants, bakeries, and coffee shops. The relaxed vibe and fresh local offerings really vibe ...

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Attraction of the Week: The Cleveland Museum of Art

One of the country’s most impressive art museums is unexpectedly located in Cleveland, Ohio. Featuring a diverse collection of more than 45,000 pieces of art from around the world, it frequently rates as one of the country’s best art museums. Along with showcasing pieces from famous ...

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Attraction of the Week: The Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh

Although the “City of Bridges” is more well known for its’ beautiful architecture and famous Duquesne incline, Pittsburgh also is home to a number of world-class museums. Just 10 minutes from downtown lies the bustling Carnegie neighborhood, one of the more beautiful sections of ...

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Attraction of the Week: Brookfield Zoo

Chicago’s wonderful Brookfield Zoo is right up there with the top zoos in the country, including the San Diego, the Smithsonian National Zoo in DC, Zoo Miami, the Columbus Zoo, and the St. Louis Zoo, frequently rated the best in the US. Not only is Brookfield one of the country’s best ...

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Attraction of the Week: The American Sign Museum in Cincinnati

History buffs, art lovers, and/or fans of the strange & unusual visiting Cincinnati should plan a visit to The American Sign Museum. While The Cincinnati Museum of Art, The Cincinnati Zoo and The Great American Ball Park rate amongst the city’s most iconic attractions, there is always ...

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