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Hard Times for USA Tourism as Hotel Rates Drop

April 5, 2020 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The past few months have not been the best as far as the tourism industry is concerned. This is of course mainly due to the outbreak of the coronavirus. Many hotels have started to cut room rates and reduce staff with a view towards stabilizing the business after falling revenue, canceled

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What to do in Bryce Canyon National Park

March 18, 2020 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Bryce Canyon National Park has been worn down by wind and rain for thousands of years and it now offers one of the most beautiful and unique sights in the entire world. The Bryce Amphitheatre is jaw-dropping, the sunrise and sunset viewpoints otherworldly, and best of all, you can drive

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The 3 Best Things to do in Los Angeles For Free

January 20, 2020 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The City of Angels is undoubtedly an enormous and potentially exhausting place to explore, covering almost 500 square miles and containing a multitude of experiences, regardless of your travel tastes and ambitions. One of the most popular tourist destinations in the USA, Los Angeles boasts some of the finest and

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The 7 Greatest Places in New Orleans You Won’t Find in the French Quarter

October 31, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

It’s hard to think about New Orleans without immediately conjuring images of the French Quarter in your mind. The Big Easy’s historic hub is picture-perfect: Creole-style buildings railed with ornate iron balconies line the streets while roving jazz bands and happy party-goers join in a colorful parade of humanity. It

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The Best Places to Visit in Boston

October 22, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

When it comes to history and culture, there are fewer cities as fascinating as Boston. Steeped in colonial history, the oldest city in America is the setting for forward-thinking transformation and innovation, which makes it one of the country’s most favored vacation destinations. With a huge arts and crafts scene,

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Making the Most of Your Trip to California

October 21, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

A cruise around the Golden State, whether you decide to opt for its sunny beaches, celeb-filled LA, or its more rural areas out in nature, will undoubtedly be a trip that you remember for the rest of your life. There are plenty of activities and local attractions to occupy your

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5 Essentials to Planning Your Trip in the United States

July 30, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The United States has a wide array of terrain from flat to rugged and mountainous. With 50 states to choose from, you will always find at least one state that you want to visit. Planning, at least some part of your vacation, will allow you to have a more enjoyable

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Stonewall 50: World Pride Parade in NYC

July 3, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The World Pride Parade in NYC last Sunday was marred with long gaps in between participating teams, sponsors, organizations, floats, etc. Gaps were so long that it bored the ones watching the parade, including us. It was a beautiful day, and at some point, it started to shower a bit,

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5 Travel Tips for Nature Lovers

June 18, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

John Muir, the early conservationist who did so much to protect and preserve the wildernesses of America, once said: “The clearest way into the Universe is through a forest wilderness.” A hundred years of technological progress later – it still feels true, for many of us. And, whether exploring a

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3 Luxurious Locations in the USA

May 8, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Luxury is never too far away when you go looking for it in the USA. Whether you’re looking for fine dining, relaxing beaches, luxury adventure, or something a little more unique, you’re going to be spoiled for choice. In order to narrow it down, here are some of the more understated

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The Amazing World Inside Chihuly Glass Museum in Seattle

April 20, 2019 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

There’s an amazing world waiting for you inside the Chihuly Glass Museum (properly known as Chihuly Garden and Glass). This is a very unique museum that you’ve never ever seen anywhere in your travels. Who knew that glass can be such a wonderful medium to express human emotions and visions?

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10 Interesting Facts About the Oculus in New York City

May 2, 2018 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Oculus in New York City (or the World Trade Center) serves as a terminal station that is, in turn, served by the Newark WTC and the Hoboken WTC, where the latter serves only on weekends. The station, which is located in the WTC of the Financial District, Manhattan, itself

Manhattan Bridge (Dumbo, Brooklyn, New York).

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Manhattan Bridge is Just Another Bridge in New York That Only Few Dare to Wander

August 10, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

I finally visited Manhattan Bridge up close. I’ve been coming to New York for 6 years in a row every summer but I haven’t been to this bridge. Well, the bridge itself is not really a must-see destination in your guidebook. Manhattan Bridge is just the another bridge in New

View of New York From Governor's Island (New York, USA).

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New York Skyline From Governor’s Island

August 8, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Governor’s Island is just yards away from downtown Manhattan. The island, however, doesn’t have people in residence. In fact, it’s only open to the public from May 1 – October 31. What to do at Governor’s Island During the summer, there are arts festivals, concerts, performances and guided tours. You

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How to Spend a Weekend in San Jose

March 29, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

San Jose is a great place for a weekend getaway. As the center of Silicon Valley, the city is packed with surprises you’d never experience in other California cities. San Jose offers more than the prestige of Silicon Valley, though. It’s a cultural hub, too. If you go around the

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New York City Travel Guide

January 12, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

This post is originally from IHG’s Guide to New York City. New York City is the most popular destination in the world, and for good reason. With first-class entertainment options, world-famous landmarks, buzzing street activity and nightlife, it is an epicenter of culture, diversity and excitement. Your choices are seemingly