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Miami Beach is fast becoming one of the top vacation destinations for families andtravelersalike. Miami Beach offers sun, fun and a variety of activities to choose from. Now that you have decided to vacation in Miami Beach, it is time to choose the hotel that you will reside in for your vacation. With a plethora of hotel options how does one pick the perfect Miami Beach hotel? A good way to choose a hotel is by the amenities t

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?Toy story? makes debut in Vermont this summer
By Kevin Coburn
Manager, Public Relations
Montshire Museum of Science

If your parents never let you break open your Etch A Sketch? to find out how it works, you?ll love Toys: The Inside Story, now open at the Montshire Museum of Science in Norwich, Vt. The new exhibition illustrates simple mechanisms commonly found in toys, and lets visitors create their own toy-like combinations of gears, pulleys, linkages, cams, and circuits.
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Tags: Green, Montshire, Mountain, Museum, Norwich, Railroad

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If you’ve ever fancied a trip to Grenoble (or you’d like a return jaunt) then here’s a good little excuse for you. From 20th November - 1st December 2007, the annual Festival des 38e Rugissants (which roughly translates to Festival of the 38 Roars) takes place in various venues around the city. Celebrating nomadic music at its best, the event - organised by the Mus?e de Grenoble - boasts a huge range of talented performers. Visit the festival website at www.38rugissants.com for more details.

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Today we started with snow, which changed to rain, then a little sleet, and finally in late afternoon the sun came out. The upper elevations at the ski areas have snow and it is certainly cold enough at night (high teens to mid 20 degrees F) to make snow and get it groomed. The forecast is for snow showers the next two days (light accumlations in other words) which should help the downhill skiing but probably won’t be enough for other sports such as cross country skiing, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, etc. And it certainly has not been cold enough for outdoor skating or ice fishing.
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The beautiful Round Barn, Waitsfield VT

The Inn at the Round Barn Farm is one of the top lodging and restaurant facilities in Vermont. It is a place I would put on my itinerary if I were traveling here. You will find it on East Warren Road outside the town of Waitsfield in the north central part of the state.

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When you think of gardens, do you picture a small patch of land containing flowers or vegetables, or do you picture one of the gardens of the world, where the power of nature is truly celebrated in all its glory? If you have never visited any of the gardens of the world, you don??t know what you??re missing, especially if you??re a nature lover. There are several great gardens of the world, spanning from Florida to Hawaii, to England and even Russia, these gardens are unlike any other in the world. If you want more information on these gardens of the world, and would like to visit one, or all of them, search for the gardens online where you??ll find descriptions as well as locations where you can visit the gardens personally.

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As with many ski towns, Park City was originally established as a mining town. In the 1860’s, flocks of people moved here to pursue riches in silver mining. At this time the streets were lined with saloons and featured a very popular red-light district. In the 1930’s mineral prices fell due to the depression, and the town felt the effect. Business collapsed and the population dwindled. Over time things got better and in 1963 Park City Consolidated Mines built the first chairlift on what was then known as Treasure Mountain. At this time, $3.50 would get you a weekend pass to go skiing and sledding. Times have changed a bit since then, but the skiing is still world-class, and the town offers many cultural events and festivals.

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Not too many years ago, using the word ‘dining’ in relation to Las Vegas would have elicited laughter from any gourmet. True, you could get a steak for $2, but it was barely edible. The ‘all-you-can-eat’ buffets for a few dollars were no better. The cheap food was there, as everyone knew, simply to draw in the crowds, who would then spend money gambling.

But Vegas has changed.

There are now almost as many fine restaurants in Las Vegas as there are in New York or Paris. And ‘fine’ in this case is an understatement. Having long ago attracted some of the world’s most notable chefs, Las Vegas has become a true restaurateur’s town. Whether you want some good but simple fare at Planet Hollywood, or won’t eat anything less than Emeril’s finest creations, you’ll find something here to satisfy.

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As the summer travel season peaks, budget-conscious travelers are facing what seems to be a perfect storm — continued increases in gasoline prices combined with rising hotel room rates.

Additionally, the Travel Industry Association predicts a 1.4 percent increase in summer leisure travel in 2007, which also adds to the budget crunch. Higher demand often can mean higher prices for airline tickets and hotel rooms. Despite these factors, travelers who pair a little flexibility with savvy ???know how??? when researching online can avoid paying peak prices.

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Spiritual machines, war and peace, and free ebooks - just a few of the nuggets in this week’s roundup.

Wend Magazine, always an inspiring travel read, has offered their current version online for free! Check it out here.

The Peace Symbol turns 50th. Celebrate with this photo essay from Time.

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