Animals, Adrenaline and Adventure: 9 Quirky Yet Totally Awesome Things to Do in Auckland

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Most people who make the trek to Middle Earth will inevitably pass through Auckland. But instead of using it as a jumping off point to get out of town there are plenty of adventures to be had right in Auckland.

“That’s So Boulder,” The City That Became It’s Own Best Adjective

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“That’s so Boulder” is a phrase you’ll commonly hear wandering the streets of Boulder as interesting characters and WTF moments abound. In fact, I can’t think of another destination that’s as much an adjective as it is a place.

Brazosport – Five Destinations for the Price of One

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A conglomerate of communities that includes Clute, Freeport, Lake Jackson, Quintana, and Surfside Beach, Brazosport is a region on the Texas Gulf Coast and an easy beach getaway from Houston.

Beach, Please: Why Corpus Christi Should Be Your Next Gulf Coast Getaway

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Corpus Christi can seem a little anticlimactic upon arrival because unlike most beach towns, there’s no obvious boardwalk or touristy area. It’s enormous and encompasses multiple beaches, cities, and habitats. Once you get a lay of the land and stop to marvel at just how massive it truly is, you'll begin to appreciate just how much room you have to play.

Uncover the Best of Texas on a Scavenger Hunt Through Baytown

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A place for experiential travelers to check some unique items off their bucket list, this waterfront city is a literal treasure trove of attractions from annual grape stomps to legal drag racing.

The Ultimate Guide to Colorado Springs – The Must Do Attractions and the Best Insider Tips

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As Colorado’s second largest city, the Springs  is a little over an hour away but feels far removed from the chaos and urban sprawl.

What Can’t You Do (or Eat) in Spokane?

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Spokane is one of those cities you don’t hear a lot about. In fact, you could say it’s unspoken, really. But as Washington’s second largest city (after Seattle), it’s one of those places that under promises and over delivers.

It’d be a Big Little Lie to Say I’m Not Completely Obsessed with Monterey

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Monterey has become a sort of refuge for those seeking something – direction, inspiration, a sign. People return year after year in hopes of finding meaning in the place where the ocean blends effortlessly into the sky.

Mad for Madison County (No, Not That One)

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A quintessential New England getaway, Madison County, NY is comprised of 14 towns, a handful of villages and hamlets, and acres of sprawling farmland. Think cozy inns, historic b&bs, colorful Adirondacks, green for days, boat docks, and riding stables.

Feast on Nature Porn and Cajun Cuisine in Port Arthur, Texas

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A coast gulf city on the border of Texas and Louisiana, Port Arthur is a patchwork place that’s evolved (quite bizarrely) over time.