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7 Fun Free Things to do In L.A.

January 25, 2012 By Katie Crimmins

Did you spend too much on your flight to Los Angeles? Splurge on passes to Disneyland, or Madame Tussauds Hollywood? Believe it or not, there are plenty of things to do in the city that won’t cost you a dime. Here’s a quick look at seven options for free, family-friendly things to do in Los [...]

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Day Trips to Boston

January 21, 2012 By Katie Crimmins

Making a day trip to Boston? Whether you’re more in the mood to mix and match, or you’re the ambitious traveler who wants to see them all, here are the top attractions in Boston: Museum of Fine Arts & Fenway Park Start your day off with two of Boston’s biggest attractions: The Museum of Fine [...]

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What’s New at Universal Studios Hollywood

January 19, 2012 By Katie Crimmins

From Hollywood parties to star-sightings, there’s always a lot going on in Los Angeles. Here’s what to expect at one of Hollywood’s hottest attractions – Universal Studios, Hollywood – in 2012 and beyond: Hogwarts is Coming to Hollywood! That’s right – the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is making its way to California, complete with [...]

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2012 Winter Starlight Music Series at the Top of the Rock

January 16, 2012 By Katie Crimmins

One of the challenges of vacationing in the city during the winter season is finding a good enough reason to leave your hotel room when it’s freezing outside. Luckily, the Top of the Rock in New York City has a solution to winter weather blues with its Winter Starlight Music Series at the Top of the [...]

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Getting Around New York City

January 14, 2012 By Katie Crimmins

Don’t be intimidated by the large crowds or the variety of attractions in New York City – there’s a way to see everything without getting lost or trampled. Here’s a look at your travel options for getting around the city, its boroughs, and even as far as New Jersey (for less than $25!). Taxi The [...]

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Must Do Things in Miami

January 12, 2012 By Katie Crimmins

There’s a lot going on in Miami – from the beaches to Little Havana to the shopping and nightlife, you’ll never run out of something new to do. With such a variety, there’s something for every friend or family member to enjoy, and more than likely everyone will get a tan while doing it. Here [...]

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What’s Going On This Winter in Chicago

January 8, 2012 By Katie Crimmins

If you’re planning a trip to Chicago this winter season, you may not be seeing a lot of snow – news outlets are reporting that the upcoming months should be wet and warmer than previous years. That’s not stopping the city from embracing winter, however; there’s still ice skating, polar adventure days, and much more [...]

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San Diego for Families

January 5, 2012 By Katie Crimmins

Whether you’re looking to make some furry friends, learn a little something about space exploration, or revisit your own childhood, there’s no end to the attractions San Diego holds for families. Here’s some of what you can look forward to on your next San Diego trip: Zoos and Aquariums Let’s face it – there’s no [...]

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New Year’s Eve 2012 in New York City

December 29, 2011 By Katie Crimmins

New York City is one of the top destinations in the world for New Year’s Eve, boasting everything from the symbolic Ball Drop and over 2 tons of confetti to parties that take over entire museums well into the morning. Here’s a look at the different events going on this December 31st: Times Square & [...]

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What’s Going on this New Year’s Eve in Southern California

December 28, 2011 By Katie Crimmins

There’s so much going on this year in Southern California to celebrate New Year’s Eve; from open bars to fireworks, here’s a list of the top events going down this December 31st: Clubs and Bars You’ll have your choice of parties if you’re looking to go to a club or bar in Southern California. Whether [...]

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