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South Carolina
Think of the Palmetto State as a lavish quilt of culture. Its rich history, world-class arts festival and towns like Myrtle Beach, hard-wired for family fun, make South Carolina a top destination. 1. Gullah culture Nestled in the marshy lowlands between the heart of Beaufort and the Atlantic beaches is ...
Two outstanding offers on United Kingdom travel
If shockingly high airfares have kept you from planning a dream trip across the pond, here’s some relief.Two deals to the United Kingdom offer outstanding values. One offer is an air-only deal (and today-only) and the other offer to London lands you two free hotel nights.First the air-only offer. United ...
Weekend Getaway: Charleston, S.C.
Atlanta’s a fun place to live. Most residents enjoy the wealth of amenities and ease of travel within the city via rail and globally from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport. For all the glitz and glamour that attract so many to this southern metropolis, there’s one element Atlanta has, unfortunately, lost much ...
10 Endangered State Parks
California's Mono Lake Tufa State Natural Reserve has made big news twice in the past two years. The first time came in December 2010, when scientists thought they'd discovered an unusual form of bacteria that devoured arsenic while it lurked in the mud around the lake's knobby limestone spires. But ...
Weekend Getaway: Winston-Salem
Winston-Salem is just over five hours away from Atlanta by car (about 320 miles). Originally, there were two separate towns --Winston and Salem. They merged in 1913, but many locals still refer to the area simply as Winston. Once known as one of the leading producers of cigarettes in the ...
7 most common gas-guzzling mistakes
Did you know that for every 5 mph you drive over 50 mph, you're paying an extra 26¢ per gallon for gas? It's easier than you think to avoid common mishaps like this—and save money at the pump. With the national average price of gas nearing $4 a gallon, drivers ...
One-tank escapes for 8 cities
Summer vacation doesn't have to mean a long, expensive trek. These getaways are a short drive from eight major urban areas. All you need is a weekend and a tank of gas! Shenandoah Valley, Va. 107 miles from Washington, D.C. A collection of 10 independent cities make up the Shenandoah ...
8 common vacations: Surprising things you'll need
Sunscreen? Check. Extra socks? Double-check. There are some things you'll never forget to pack, whether you're headed to the Swiss slopes or the wilds of Africa. But your go-to packing checklist will only get you so far. Each unique vacation type—from a rugged eco-tour to a weekend getaway to a ...
Queen City Charlotte praised for energy, arts
It’s only about four hours away by car and it offers a bevy of fun and entertaining possibilities. Known alternately as the Queen City (named after Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, a major arts patron and the wife of former British King George III) and the Hornet’s Nest (a title it ...
More Memorial Day travel deals
There's still time to plan an awesome Memorial Day weekend getaway.AirTran offers a one-way deal of just $69 to either Boston or New York City-LaGuardia on May 25-31 travel dates. The discounted rate, based on sale seat availability, is valid on any day during that one-week window. Total ticket prices ...
Valentine's train excursions
Since Valentine's Day falls on a Monday this year, many couples will be looking to celebrate over the weekend. For something a little different this year, try a rail trip. A few train operations in the southeast offer Valentine's-themed excursions. These aren't overnight trains, just day or dinner trips into ...
Delta's sweet airfare deal
Delta Air Lines is offering new discounts on round-trip travel to several domestic destinations -- and just in time for Valentine's Day weekend getaways.Sample round-trip rates include:$194 St. Louis, Mo.$198 Mobile, Ala.$218 Des Moines, Iowa or Denver$222 Bangor, Maine$238 Spokane, Wash.$254 Colorado Springs or Monterey-Carmel, Calif.$274 Little Rock, Ark. or ...
Where the panhandle meets the pan
In Florida travel guides, Cedar Key usually gets a nod on a page near the back of the book. Surrounded by protected natural habitats, this tiny town on a tiny island sits in the Big Bend area of Florida, where the panhandle meets the pan. An increase in tourism is ...
Southeastern Roundup: Places you can't reach by car
If you need a respite from the overbearing hassles and frenetic pace of the modern world, a car can only get you so far. To really get away from it all you need to park the roadster and put in a little extra effort to find true seclusion in nature, ...
Fly to Baltimore for under $60 each way
Through midnight, tonight (8/13), AirTran is running a sale to one destination from Atlanta. The hot spot with a hot rate is Baltimore, Maryland.A sale rate of just $49 ($59.70) is valid to BWI on trips completed by Oct. 27. Rules require a two-week advance notice of travel. Sale rates ...
One-tank trip: Winchester, Ky.
In the heart of Kentucky lies Winchester, a small town with a big history nestled between the rolling green Kentucky Bluegrass Region and the rugged Appalachians. Winchester beckons visitors with a rich history highlighted by the annual Daniel Boone Pioneer Festival, historic homes and shops, natural beauty and Southern charm, ...
Free search tool to find day trip destinations
With school on summer hiatus, the dreaded "boredom syndrome" will start to sink in. With the help of A Day's Outing there's no need for the family to get restless.A Day’s Outing is a free search tool that helps users discover nearby activities and events, short-distance day trips, and weekend ...
Weekend getaway deal to Santa Fe
Are you ready to get up and go away this weekend? American Airlines offers up a rare discount of $278 round-trip to Santa Fe, New Mexico. To qualify, depart on Saturday, May 22 and return the following Monday, May 24 or Tuesday, May 25. The total ticket rate, inclusive of ...
One-tank trip: Perdido Key, Fla.
If you find yourself in need a vacation after your holiday vacation, then Perdido Key near Pensacola just might be the place to unwind. Laid-back is the order of the day here at any time of year.In winter about the most you can expect to do is stroll around and ...
There’s so much to love about Charleston
Filled with American history, Southern charm and eclectic beauty, Charleston, S.C., is easy to love. Antebellum houses line the streets in the city’s historic district, beaches embrace the sandy shores and oak trees stretch their limbs over paths and roads. Founded as Charles Town in 1670 and named after King ...
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