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Did you know West Virginia is home to America's newest national park?

The New River Gorge has always been a celebrated landmark in the Mountain State, but now it gets recognition as the country's 63rd national park. From action-packed adventures like whitewater rafting, rock climbing and miles of hiking trails, to the southern hospitality of uncrowded mountain towns, the New River Gorge is the next hidden gem to discover.

Credits: West Virginia Department of Tourism

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West Virginia: Country Roads Take Me Home!

The Mountain State is home to spirited small towns, undiscovered hidden gems and world-class outdoor adventures. In West Virginia, let country roads lead you far away from everything. And a little closer to heaven. Feel free to stay awhile.

Stay tuned as we explore West Virginia's best kept secrets.

Credits: West Virginia Department of Tourism

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Say 'I do!' in New York

Say “I Do” in New York’s most romantic and picturesque places. Through our netowrk of suppliers we offer weddings packages at many iconic locations in Central Park: Belverdere Castle, Ladies Pavilion, Bow Bridge, Gapstow Bridge, Shakespeare Garden, Cop Cot, Wagner Cove, and Bethesda Fo#viaggio

Standard packages include Wedding Ceremony; Wedding Planner, prior to the event and on the day of the ceremony; Permit Fee; Registered Officiant....and much more.

More locations and cities available on request! contact us and let us plan together a truly memorable day!

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Welcome to Lafayette, Louisiana

Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana’s Cajun & Creole Country, an area known for its history, culture and traditions.

This area's history dates back to the 18th century, when Canada’s Acadians were expelled and settled in Louisiana. More than two centuries later tourists visit for a rare taste of the genuine Acadian experience.

Want to know more? Stay tuned!

Credits: @louisianatravel

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Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans

Every year Carnival parade organizations—known as "krewes"—are deep into preparations for their annual parades, costume balls and parties. Be sure to learn about Mardi Gras and get familiar with Mardi Gras lingo. Fat Tuesday itself typically features back-to-back processions by some of the largest and oldest Carnival organizations in the state. Remember flights and hotels fill up quickly so start planning your Mardi Gras celebrations now!

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We conclude our South Dakota virtual trip with a book: Deadwood by Pete Dexter

Deadwood, Dakota Territories, 1876: Legendary gunman Wild Bill Hickcock and his friend Charlie Utter have come to the Black Hills town of Deadwood fresh from Cheyenne, fleeing an ungrateful populace. Bill, aging and sick but still able to best any man in a fair gunfight, just wants to be left alone to drink and play cards. But in this town of played-out miners, bounty hunters, upstairs girls, Chinese immigrants, and various other entrepeneurs and miscreants, he finds himself pursued by a vicious sheriff, a perverse whore man bent on revenge, and a besotted Calamity Jane. Fueled by liquor, sex, and violence, this is the real wild west, unlike anything portrayed in the dime novels that first told its story.

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Historic Deadwood

Walk in the footsteps of historic Old West legends like Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane and Seth Bullock. This 1870s gold rush town became a National Historic Landmark in 1961. Today, it teems with Black Hills entertainment and things to do including concerts, casinos, museums, historic sites, spas and parades.

here are a few fun ideas while you are there:

- Play like a legend: in hanted hotels and halls try your hand at Black Jack, Poker, Texas hold'hem and slots

- Explore this National Historic Landmark: discovers treasures at places like Adams Museum, Days of '76 Musem

- Pay your repsects:Mount Moriah Cemetery overlooks Deadwood Gulch.Tour this late Voctorian-style cemetery where western legends, outlaws, madams, and other notable citizens are laid to rest.

Photo credits: South Dakota Department of Tourism.

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This cosy camping can be found in Rapid City. Under Canvas Mount Rushmore offers a 24-hour reception service, so that guests' needs will be fully met at any time of the day or night. Some rooms offer cots on request for children. Pets, both small and large, are also welcomed at this camping, which is highly convenient for those travellers who do not wish to part without their furry ones.

Credits:

1 South Dakota Department of Tourism
2-9 @undercanvasofficial

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Hidden Treasure, Custer State Park

Few truly wild places remain in this country. Custer State Park is one of them. Nearly 1,300 bison wander the park’s 71,000 acres, which they share with pronghorn antelope, elk, mountain goats and a band of burros. Trail rides, scenic drives, bike rides and safari tours are perfect ways to explore this impressive South Dakota attraction.

At 31 miles away, Rapid City is the nearest major city to Custer State Park. Other notable cities in the region include Casper, Wyoming (213 miles away), Gillette, Wyoming (127 miles away), Denver (360 miles away) and Minneapolis (600 miles away).

Photo credits: South Dakota Department of Tourism.

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One of the 10 Most Outstanding Byways in America!

Some of the most incredible roads anywhere make up the Peter Norbeck National Scenic Byway in the Black Hills of western South Dakota. Mix in America’s most patriotic monument along the way and you have a never-to-be-forgotten road trip.

A masterpiece of artistic engineering, this 70-mile byway includes spiraling bridges, hairpin curves, granite tunnels and awe-inspiring views.

Roughly a figure-eight route, the byway travels through portions of Custer State Park, the Norbeck Wildlife Preserve, near Mount Rushmore National Memorial and the Black Elk National Wilderness Area. Highways 16A, 244, 89 and 87 combine to create the route.

Photo credits: South Dakota Department of Tourism.

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Happy President Day! Let’s go to South Dakota

Presidents' Day, officially Washington's Birthday, is a holiday in the United States celebrated on the third Monday of February to honor all persons who served in the office of president of the United States and a federal holiday specifically honoring George Washington.

This image of Mount Rushmore National Memorial seems perfect to celebrate this day.

We will dedicate the rest of the week to exploring the great state of South Dakota and its hidden gems, stay tuned!

Photo credits: South Dakota Department of Tourism.

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Spend your weekend wrapped in mystery with a book set in the Olympic Peninsula: Joseph and the Tamanawis Spirit by Dawn Lawrence

Written by a Native American woman who has lived in Neah Bay, WA, for over thirty years, this story takes off when strange things begin happening on the Makah Reservation.

Fawn and Dennis Miller suspect an evil spirit is leading Nicolai Vain down a dangerous path. When Dennis and Fawn's son, Joseph TaHayYasib Miller, becomes Nicolai's target, they prepare for an epic battle, with the world's fate hanging in the balance. Joseph gathers his friends, otherwise known as the Star Fire Crew, to capture Nicolai and banish his spirit. But when Nicolai's powers transform their Makah Indian friends into devilish henchmen known as Pook Men, Joseph and the Star Fire Crew find themselves in trouble. In the heat of the battle, Fawn is rendered unconscious but manages to find herself in the spirit world, able to fight Nicolai Vain's dark power. Will she survive and fight in the spirit realm? Will Joseph and the Star Fire Crew succeed in stopping Nicolai Vain and the Pook Men? Or will the world fall into Nicolai's malevolent hands?

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Hoh Rain Forest: feed your need for nature under a canopy of trees.

The Hoh Rain Forest, pronounced "Hoe", earns its name from the ever-flowing Hoh River that carves its way from Mount Olympus towards the Pacific Coast. However, where the name originates, is up for debate. The word "Hoh" undoubtedly comes from Native American languages, possibly the Quileute word "Ohalet" which means "fast moving water" or "snow water."

The diverse and dramatic Hoh Rain Forest is one of the most popular destinations on the Olympic Peninsula and beyond. Lush greenery abounds, thanks to an average 168 inches of annual rainfall. Mosses and ferns that blanket the surfaces add another dimension to the enchantment of the rainforest.

Explore rushing rivers, tumbling waterfalls and miles of trails through dense rain and old-growth forests. Herds of Roosevelt elk will accompany your views.

Photo credits: Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau

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Hiking in the Olympic Peninsula: the Dungeness Spit

The Olympic Peninsula is home to the longest natural sand spit in North America. The Dungeness Spit just north of Sequim boasts breathtaking views, rich maritime history and an abundance of wildlife. It stretches nearly seven miles north into the Strait of Juan de Fuca and continues to grow by around 13 feet each year. Hiking the Dungeness Spit is a rewarding experience for all levels of physical ability.

If the New Dungeness Lighthouse is your goal, walk 5.5 miles along the sandy spit until the very tip. The lighthouse has kept its light on continuously since 1857. Visit the museum, take a free, guided tour offered daily 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and climb the 74 stairs to the top for a panoramic view of the spit, Strait of Juan de Fuca and Canada.

Be sure to pack food and water and check the tides before you go. Volunteers are on hand to offer helpful tips and guidance.

Photo credits: Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau

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One of America's most sensational corners, the Olympic Peninsula WA.

Today we focus our attention to the top left corner of the map of the continental United States.

This area of the Pacific Northwest is best known for its vast national park and national forest lands, its wild Pacific beaches and mystical rain forests, its mountaintop vistas and outdoor recreation, its Olympic Coast cuisine and local beverage makers, and its warm, welcoming small towns.

Stay tuned as we explore its uniqueness over the next few posts!

Thank you Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau for these inspiring shots!

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