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Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park- the first Lincoln Memorial
Nestled amongst the cornfields of Hodgenville, Kentucky is the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historical Park. The site features a memorial building which houses the a replica of the cabin the 16th president was…
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Fort Matanzas: A Local’s Guide
Fort Matanzas is a Spanish fort located on an island in the Matanzas Inlet, southeast of St. Augustine, Florida. Fort Matanzas is an impressive reminder of a major chapter in America’s early history. The…
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What to Expect Visiting the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, located in southern Georgia, is home to between 10,000 and 13,000 alligators. The swamp is the largest blackwater swamp in the United States. The dark waters make it…
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The Ultimate Guide to the National Mall & Beyond
The Washington Monument is positioned between the U.S. Capitol Building and the stately Lincoln Memorial. In between, you’ll find places like the National Museum of Natural History, National Museum of American History, the…
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The 25 Magical National Parks in Washington DC
Believe it or not, there are an impressive 25 National Parks in Washington, DC! While we haven’t been to all of them yet, we have managed to hit quite a few. Besides… this…
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Visiting the White House- How to Get a White House Tour and What to Expect
Visiting the White House is the opportunity of a lifetime. The White House tour is one of my most memorable experiences from all of my trips to Washington, DC. It requires a bit…
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Don’t Skip the Impressive White House Visitor Center!
One of the biggest surprises we encountered in DC was the White House Visitor Center. This must-see attraction is often overlooked- in fact, I missed it on my first 4 trips to the capital…
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How to get to Trunk Bay Without a Ship Excursion
Think you have to book an excursion to get to one of the most stunning beaches in the world? Think again! In this post we’ll outline how to get to Trunk Bay Without…
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Everglades National Park- Voted One of the Best National Parks in the USA
Everglades National Park has consistently been ranked as one of the top national parks. It is one of the prime locations for wildlife viewing- after all, where else can you see alligators, crocodiles,…
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The Iconic Castillo de San Marcos- The Crown Jewel of St. Augustine
Imagine a stone fort capable of completely absorbing cannon balls. No, this isn’t the space age, this fort was actually constructed hundreds of years ago! Castillo de San Marcos is the crown jewel of…
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