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Ocean Shores, Washington began as a highly touted real estate development, but over the years it has settled into its present incarnation as a fine family resort town on the central coast of Washington State.

The 6,000 acre peninsula is just 75 miles west of the state capitol of Olympia and close enough to Seattle (132 miles) and Portland (165 miles) to draw weekend visitors year ’round. In fact, it’s Washington’s most visited seaside destination, with mile after mile of wide, sandy beaches completely open to the public.

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Long-term travel is often a tricky financially proposition.

Unless you’ve been gifted an inheritance or a lucky lotto ticket, chances are that someone wanting to join the expat community in a foreign country will have to find work there. Teaching English as a Second Language classes is, by far, the job of choice.

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Translated from the French, the title means ‘City of Lights’. By now a commonplace description, there’s nothing commonplace about the place. Paris, for those who love… well, anything, is stellar.

With over 2 million inhabitants, 11 million in the Ile-de-France region overall, Paris is a metropolis second to none. A center of world culture for centuries, it hosts the most up-to-date museums alongside its ancient sites and sights.

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Tags: Lumire, Paris, Ville

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For some reason I just love writing?lists, I?have been doing it since I was a kid; of the best songs of the year, countries I want to visit,?the cutest guys in school.?Now?I?make lists of things I need to do each day?(I call them my?daily targets), things I have to buy, things I?want to buy/am saving for, places I want to?see, useful expressions in other languages, short and long-term goals, dreams.?The best thing is?I never run out of topics and writing lists gives me a sense of control. I know where I am and I know where I am going - even if I don’t always know how to get there -?and the lists helps me remember what is important to me. ???

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Tags: Awards, Cond, Nast, Readers, Traveler

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Philadelphia’s Four Seasons Hotel For Business, Vacations Or Weddings? by: Mary Hanna

One of the finest hotels in downtown Philadelphia is the Four Seasons Hotel. And it caters to all travelers and special occasions, business, vacations or weddings. Located in the heart of downtown Philadelphia just at the foot of the famous Fairmount Park and the steps to the art museum made famous in the Rocky movies. The location is ideal for anyone that has business in downtown Philly or wishes to enjoy the city in high style. It is beautifully appointed with an impeccable staff.

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Is reggae taking over pop?

A look at the pop charts these days suggests as much, noting that two of this summer’s hottest hit singles come courtesy of Jamaican-bred newcomer Sean Kingston (Beautiful Girls) and Barbados babe Rihanna (Umbrella), both of whom incorporate heavy doses of reggae music into their hip-hop styles. Then there’s 19-year-old Kat DeLuna, who was raised in the Dominican Republic, also making serious waves on the charts and in the nightclubs with her thumping debut single Whine Up, which features Jamaican dancehall star Elephant Man.

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VisitBritain, formerly known as the British Tourist Authority and the English Tourism Council before they merged, now has a dedicated?luxury section on its website.? Whilst it has some useful information within it, it is also sadly lacking in some areas.? For instance, click on ‘First Class Travel’ under ‘Luxury experiences’ and you get some editorial that tells you to click on the links “to find out some luxurious travel options offered by our partners” but then no links are provided!? Oh well… perhaps that’s to be expected for VisitBritain…

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My idea of camping is staying in a hotel room without room service and a wall-mounted blow dryer. Give me a clean hotel room with 400 thread count sheets and a lanai I can walk out on so I may greet the early morning sunrise.

I long for a place with a cool swimming pool and hot tub to soak in after a long day of sightseeing.

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Tags: Beauty, Beholder, Ride

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Your schedule miraculously clears for the upcoming 4 day weekend - what kind of fun can you plan? How about a last minute Caribbean vacation to the beautiful island of St. John? Yes - certain times of the year planning a last minute trip can prove to be difficult and expensive - but knowing where to go and who to ask can make planning an impromptu trip easy and exciting.

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Tags: Destination, Guide, John, Last, Minute, Vacation

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By Cassie Davis

If you need a true break and are looking for a getaway that is both serene and interesting, Saugatuck, Michigan is definitely the ideal destination. With the water lapping at your feet and a perfect balance of man-made and natural beauty, this town definitely offers all that you could ask for. Located on the bank of Kalamazoo River, Saugatuck is a perfect location to unwind and enjoy life’s simple pleasures.

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