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In driving distance of Minneapolis and St. Paul, these Minnesota lakes have the perfect adventure for everyone.
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Sonoma County brings a touch of France with renowned wineries, bistros, and boutique hotels.
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No phone, no camera, no fear. Well, a little bit of fear. This is what it’s like to go night swimming in a bioluminescent bay in Panama.
The Seven New Wonders of the World created some controversy when they were announced, but they—and the last remaining original Wonder—are still worth a visit, if you know how.
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