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Explore the Carnival Liberty Cruise Ship Experience

Billy Conley028 mins
I sailed the western Caribbean on the Carnival Liberty not long after the first of the 2.0 changes were made to the ship, and I’m happy to say that the cruise line has some winning ideas. The Carnival Liberty was the first of the Carnival Cruise Lines ships to undergo itsFunShip 2.0renovation. Carnival announced in 2011 that the company is investing over $500 million to enhance its fleet over the next several years. I had previously sailed on the Carnival Liberty in 2006, so it was interesting to see the changes made to the ship.
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Ultimate 48-Hour Itinerary for Lower Manhattan

Billy Conley07 mins
Skyscraper-speckled Lower Manhattan, where the great city of New York was born, is experiencing a remarkable rebirth over 400 years later. This rapidly developing neighborhood lies between the Hudson and East Rivers, south of Chambers Street, encompassing key areas like the Financial District and Battery Park City. It’s infused with centuries of history, dating back to the establishment of the original Dutch settlement “New Amsterdam” in 1626, which later transformed into Britain’s “New York” colony in 1664. Today, this historic area blends layers of development, presenting a captivating contrast of both the old and new.
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Ultimate One-Day Self-Driving Tour of Los Angeles

Billy Conley014 mins
What should you do in LA if you only have 1 day to spend? This one-day driving tour will give you a glimpse of the top LA sights from Hollywood to Venice Beach. It assumes you have your own car or a rental car for the day. If it’s summer, start in Hollywood to end up in Venice for sunset on the beach. Conversely, if it’s winter and the sun is setting at 4 pm, do the tour in reverse and start at the beach, concluding in Hollywood after dark.
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Discover Ohio’s Enigmatic Indian Mounds: A Guide to Ancient Earthworks

Billy Conley06 mins
The State of Ohio is renowned for its rich history, featuring over 70 Indian mounds, which serve as burial sites for the Adena and Hopewell tribes, known as the “mound builders.” These tribes inhabited central and southern Ohio from around 3,000 BCE until the 16th century. When visiting Ohio’s Indian mounds, one can experience fascinating historical insights and cultural enlightenment, making a perfect weekend side trip from Cleveland.
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Explore New York City with a Sex and the City Tour

Billy Conley06 mins
Whether you watched “Sex and the City” religiously when it aired or currently binge-watch reruns, visiting the iconic locations from the show is a delightful experience for any fan. While there are organized tours available that typically last about three and a half hours, exploring at your own pace allows for a more personalized adventure. Below are some must-visit film locations from this beloved HBO series.
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Stunning Nile River Views in Cairo, Egypt

Billy Conley04 mins
The Nile River, recognized as the world’s longest river, originates deep within Africa. This majestic river flows northward from near the Equator and empties into the Mediterranean Sea just north of Cairo, Egypt. Though the Amazon River in South America is slightly shorter, it boasts a significantly higher volume of water, making it enormously wide in certain areas—so wide, in fact, that one cannot see either riverbank. In contrast, as depicted in the accompanying images, the Nile River in Cairo appears considerably narrower, especially near the delta where it meets the Mediterranean.
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Comprehensive Guide to Mount Vernon Estate Directions and Map

Billy Conley06 mins
This map shows the location of the Mount Vernon Estate, the home of George Washington, a popular historic site that attracts visitors from around the world. Mount Vernon is located along the Potomac River approximately 14 miles south of Washington DC. The historic site is a “must see” destination with a 14-room mansion, slave quarters, a coach house and stables, gardens, and a museum examining the life of America’s first president and his family. For sightseeing information, visit A Visitors Guide to Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens.
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10 Must-Do Activities in Midtown Atlanta

Billy Conley09 mins
When planning your trip to Atlanta, don’t miss Midtown, a centrally located neighborhood between downtown and Buckhead that is a hub of hotels, museums, restaurants, performing arts venues, and other top attractions. Accessible via I-75/85 (also called the Downtown Connector) as well as the North, Midtown, and Arts CenterMARTA stations, the neighborhood is intersected by the city’s iconic Peachtree Street.
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