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Sometimes it’s good to just take a break

It’s a three hour drive from my home in Henderson, Texas, to the north side of Houston where I had a meeting on a Friday afternoon. I knew I could drive back home on the same day, but I decided to spend the night at The Woodlands Resort & Conference Center. I wasn’t disappointed with my decision. The Woodlands (the

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Anaheim is at the heart of great family vacation fun

Anaheim is the heart of family fun in Southern California, and the Anaheim Convention Center (ACC) is right in the center of it all. Because of the concentration of InterContinental Hotels Group hotels in the convention center area, fitting every preference from budget to luxury, the ACC district is a great place to base your stay. Amusement Parks Many Americans first

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Singles, couples and families; Miami has something for every visitor

This post is modified from IHG’s Guide to Miami. Miami with its world class beaches, vibrant Latin influences and gorgeous Art Deco architecture is also a great family destination. You’ll find relaxation, trendy nightclubs, amazing cuisine and cutting-edge art galleries as well as fun attractions. Things to See The coastline is a major attraction in Miami with its towering high rise

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Jamaican mansion is a hauntingly beautiful destination

Rose Hall in Montego Bay, Jamaica first came to my attention when I was going through my ghost-hunting television show phase several years ago. Both Ghost Adventures and Ghost Hunters International reported on the thought-to-be-haunted house. When I was selecting shore excursions while sailing on the Carnival Breeze, I decided to pay a visit to the plantation myself. Of course

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Photo Essay: The Flower Fields of Carlsbad Ranch, California

Whether you stay a half hour or half day at The Flower Fields of Carlsbad Ranch, there is something magical about the acres of colorful blossoms overlooking the Pacific Ocean. More than 50 acres feature Giant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers with smaller flower beds of snapdragons, roses and other colorful blooms.  The Southern California fields are a direct result of more

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Is Your Child’s Safety Seat Safe?

Ella is an active, happy, playful almost two-year-old, and she knows when it’s time to go to the grocery store, playground or church, she’ll be securely fastened into her car seat before her mom puts the car in gear. Ella has responsible caregivers who provide her with a safety-approved car seat that is properly installed. Proper Installation According to the

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About Me

Marilyn Jones, a journalist and photographer for more than 30 years, specializes in travel. Her articles and photographs have appeared in major newspapers including Dallas Morning News, Philadelphia Inquirer, Baltimore Sun, Chicago Sun-Time and Columbus Dispatch. As well as major magazines including Elks Magazine, Alabama Living, Military Officer, Escapees, Texas Farm and Home, Illinois Country Living, Carolina Country and Renaissance Magazine.

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White Sands National Park near Las Cruces, New Mex White Sands National Park near Las Cruces, New Mexico.
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Frontier Texas! museum in Abeline, Texas Frontier Texas! museum in Abeline, Texas
Frontier Texas! museum in Abeline, Texas. Frontier Texas! museum in Abeline, Texas.
Abilene, Texas is the Storybook Capital of America Abilene, Texas is the Storybook Capital of America. There are storybook sculptures in the city including "Green Eggs and Ham."
Abilene, Texas is the Storybook Capital of America Abilene, Texas is the Storybook Capital of America. There a storybook sculptures in the city including "Duck on a Bike."
Abilene, Texas is the Storybook Capital of America Abilene, Texas is the Storybook Capital of America. All over the city are sculptures of storybooks including this one "Dinosaur Bob and His Adventures with the Family Lazardo."

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