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The crisp fall air, the dramatic colors of the changing leaves, and the cozy comforts of small romantic inns all combine to make a fall foliage trip an excellent choice for a fall getaway. The scenery is lovely throughout the Northeastern and Midwestern United States as well as Eastern Canada, but a few destinations stand out for their combination of beautiful landscapes and romantic bed and breakfast inns and lodges.Our favorites are:

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Okay, we all know that Tony Bennett left his heart there, we’ve seen Burt Lancaster with his birds on Alcatraz, heard Dirty Harry ask “if we felt lucky” and we know it’s the “city by the bay.”

Now that we have all the cliche’s out of our system let’s move on…and just begin with.. you’re going to love San Francisco!

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Frank Sinatra once sang that “his kind of town is Chicago,” and frankly it would be my kind of town too if you didn’t have to deal with the fierce winters. Chicago is the epicenter of the Midwest and has it going on in every area. The Magnificent Mile, otherwise known as Michigan Avenue, features the best of the high end retailers such as Neiman Marcus and Tiffany & Co, and Chanel just to name a few n addition to many one of a kind shopping experiences. Where else, besides the American Girl store can a little girl don an outfit identical to her favorite doll and have a traditional tea party? Chicago is a sports junkie’s or a bookie’s dream as the city is filled with terrific sports teams, da Bears (who choked during their most recent Superbowl experience), the Bulls who have won many championships in their time, and their beloved baseball teams the White Sox and Cubs. Taste of Chicago has already passed for the year, but serves as a great introduction to the mouth-watering cuisine of the city. The festival draws upwards of 3 million people and offers a sampling of more than 70 restaurants in Chi Town. In addition to the food, several nationally known music acts perform for free and there is a spectacular firework show held on July 3rd. The Navy Pier is a fabulous place for the whole family, and young and old alike enjoy the Ferris wheel and the Merry-Go-Round. Not to be missed for architecture buffs is the Architecture Boat cruise, which sails the Chicago River and an expert points out where historically significant events happened and buildings of importance. Chicago is a rather large city so it’s best to pick out a few activities and to stick to them. Flight deals are usually plentiful to either Midway or O’Hare so there is always an excuse to come back and see more!

Petra, recently named one of New Seven Wonders of the World, is a city carved out of the limestone amidst the desert of southern Jordan. This fabled “red rose” city of Nabataea, was covered by the desert and “lost” to the western world from the 14^th to the 19^th century.Because of this, the site is amazingly well-preserved and now welcomes visitors, while still trying to preserve the site’s delicate structures.

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Mystic,
Connecticut became a kind of hot spot for travel in the late 1980’s after the movie Mystic Pizza was released. It was just a romantic comedy but it showed off some of the small town charm of
New England and people were interested in checking it out for themselves. If you go to Mystic today, it’s a given that you have to stop into Mystic Pizza and have a slice. <!–more–>

But that’s just the starting point of what you’ll do on a Mystic vacation. Mystic is located on the

Atlantic
Coast and you’ll enjoy spending time on the beaches there. Explore the area’s sea history at the Mystic Seaport, check out the area’s water wildlife at the aquarium, and get out on the water yourself for fishing or just boating. All of these activities are especially great during the beautiful summer months in Mystic.

It shouldn’t go unnoted that Mystic is particularly good if you’re looking for a romantic travel destination. It’s a town known for its charm and is filled with bed-and-breakfasts that exhibit that charm in a cozy way. There are spas and resorts for indoor relaxation. And there are wineries in the area to enjoy with your lover. The whole place sparkles with romance.

And if the romance goes awry and you need to escape for a little while (or if you just want something to with your partner) you can always check out the casinos that are located in and around Mystic. You might win a little money and you’re sure to have a lot of fun. Dining and entertainment make these spots even more appealing to most Mystic visitors. Whether gaming or soaking up the sun, you’re sure to bring memories home from a Mystic trip.

Looking for a 5-star vacation in Nashville, Tennessee? Give the Hermitage a try. This hotel in the heart of Nashville was one of only six hotels in the country added to the prestigious Mobile Travel Guide. The Guide features only 37 hotels, inns, and resorts in North America and bases its recommendations on a combination of cost, quality, comfort, amenities and services.

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Where can you go to experience American history and the modern life of the Midwest all in one shot? Cleveland, of course. This Ohio city is located in the heart of Amish country, just an hour away from the nature of the Great Lakes and the rides of Cedar Point Amusement Park. It’s home to the Omnimax Theater, The Rock ’n Roll Hall of Fame, the Metroparks Zoo and other attractions that blend history and modern life to give you a vacation rich in experiences.

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If you’re planning a trip to Boston where you hope to cram heaps of sightseeing, shopping and dining into your time, and are taking care of your wallet as well, then the Go Boston Card might just work for you. It’s a typical tourist card that offers entrance to dozens of museums and galleries, along with discounts at some souvenir shops, restaurants and bars.

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Known as the Las Vegas of the East Coast, Atlantic City is a spot loved by many for its gambling and entertainment opportunities. Like Vegas, it has some fancy places to stay as well as some affordable options for those who plan to use the room just to catnap between poker rounds. And like Vegas, Atlantic City has got plenty of budget dining and other travel perks going for it. But more importantly, just like Vegas, this city has got plenty to do that doesn’t require you to love gambling (although a trip here sure is better if you do!)

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Each August, the small Ohio River town of Madison Indiana throws a big summer party called “Ribberfest.” The two-day affair features the Indiana State Barbecue Championship, several bands, and hot-air balloon events. Madison is located about half-way between Louisville, Kentucky and Cincinnati, about two hours south of Indianapolis. The 2007 event will be held August 17 and 18. (more…)

The American Southeast is not all farmer’s fields and apple pie. In fact, my most memorable trip southeast was to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, to the famous “Grand Strand”. On our way into the Grand Strand we stopped at a roadside diner. There was an elderly gentleman there who was only too happy to tell us all about how the Strand earned it’s now famous name, as the longest continuous stretch of beach in the United States, which actually trims 60 miles of the stunning South Carolina coast and it’s many seaside communities - such as Georgetown, Pawleys Island and Litchfield.

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The Los Angeles area has enough attractions to keep a visitor (or a resident) busy for a year or more. Some of the attractions have become iconic, such as Grauman’s Chinese Theater (pictured at above) and Disneyland. Others are a little more esoteric, but no less interesting, such as the J.P. Getty Museum. If you’re planning a visit to Southern California, make sure to visit one or more of these top L.A. attractions:

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Think Detroit, think automobiles, think the Henry Ford Museum. Of course, there’s a lot more than cars to the Henry Ford, with permanent exhibitions of planes and trains, too. And right now they’ve got a really cool exhibit showing called Rock Stars’ Cars and Guitars, which features, well, cars and guitars that belong - or once belonged - to famous people!

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Family vacation. That’s one of those phrases that can cause one of two reactions in parents: excitement or dread. That’s because family vacations are terrific opportunities to spend time with each other in new locations, having new experiences and getting a break from your normal routine. But that break in routine can also cause chaos for the kids which can make parents go a little crazy and return home needing a vacation of their own.

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