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Mountain Magic: A Weekend at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort

The first thing that comes to my mind when someone mentions Jackson Hole –is backcountry skiing. Upon arrival in the sleek new Jackson Hole airport in the midst of the Teton Range (part of the Rocky Mountains between Wyoming and Idaho), I quickly learned that there was much more to Jackson Hole than just the winter activities. What I did find was an incredibly welcoming group of unassuming world class athletes and sport enthusiasts, who were just waiting to share their hometown hospitality with me. 

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Spectacular Singapore

Singapore has been on my travel list since before the movie, Crazy Rich Asians was released in theaters.  The city/country has always been a mystery to me and I never had the opportunity to visit until they recently re-opened their doors to tourists. It was an obvious choice transiting through on our way back home from our Nepalese adventure. 

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Experience Low Country Leisure at Wild Dunes Resort

The Carolinas are known for their southern hospitality and no place does it like the Isle of Palms in South Carolina. Located a mere half hour from the heart of Charleston, this charming barrier island is home to the welcoming Wild Dunes Resort, a sprawling retreat encompassing 1,600 acres of oceanfront property.

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The Eyes of Everest

It was late morning when our trekking group reached the colorful, traditional gate that marks the start of the Sagarmatha National Park. The Nepalese word for Mount Everest is Sagarmatha. It  has many meanings, like “Sky” and “Head” or “Goddess of the Sky”.  The Tibetan name for Mount Everest is Chomolungma, which means "Goddess Mother of the World." I was about to find the relevance of these names as I embarked on my journey to Base Camp and see, for my own eyes, the majestic Mount Everest.

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InterContinental Teams Up with Claire Luxton for a Global Travel-Inspired Suite

Travel was put on hold during the heydays of the COVID-19 pandemic and now that we have a vaccine and are slowing the spread, people are cautiously resuming travel. World-class artist Claire Luxton missed the beauty of the natural world and global travel during the pandemic and used that as inspiration with her new partnership with InterContinental Hotels & Resorts.

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Adventures in Park City, Utah

Park City may be known for its abundance of powder-strewn mountains and the yearly Sundance Film Festival, but whether you’re a skier, film buff, or none of the above, this idyllic town will capture your heart the minute you touch down.

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Sneak Away from the City and Cozy Up in D.C.

Road trips and domestic travel are on the rise, and with most people still working from home and staring at the same four walls day in and day out, it's no wonder that people are venturing on little getaways. A quick train ride on Amtrak, or a 4.5 hour drive from New York City, lies our nation's capitol -- Washington D.C. Filled with history, charm and plenty to do, it's a great city to explore on your next getaway.

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That Old Cape Magic

With over 500 miles of coastline, Cape Cod has become synonymous with the idyllic New England escape. Populated with beautiful beaches, flourishing wildlife, lush golf courses, and overflowing with old town charm, Cape Cod is a picturesque spot to vacation in the summertime.

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In Good Company: Wind Your Way Upstate on the Haunted History Trail

Cool breezes on the back of your neck, hearing a giggle down the hallway, creaky footsteps descending the staircase. These aren't uncommon occurrences on the Haunted History Trail of New York State. Up and down the state is a collection of over 90 places you can visit for a good spook, from restaurants to gardens to bed and breakfasts. With Halloween a few days away, it's the perfect time of year to make the drive to some of these frightfully fun destinations...but rest assured, these places are open for business year-round.

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