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Polihua Beach
This broad, 1.5-mile-long white-sand beach at the northwestern tip of the island takes its name from the green sea turtles that nest here (polihua means ʻeggs in the bosom). Although the beach itself is gorgeous, strong winds kicking up the sand and tiny shells often make it stingi
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Photographic Resource Center
The independent Photographic Resource Center is one of the few centers in the US devoted exclusively to this art form. The PRC’s rotating exhibits lean toward the modern and experimental, often featuring work by amateur members. Other resources include educational programs, online
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Pensacola Childrens Museum
Learn about the over 450 years of local history and have some fun along the way in this compact museum occupying two floors of the historic (and allegedly haunted) Arbona building. The first hands-on level is aimed at youngsters up to nine years old, while the 2nd floor has a littl
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World of Coca
This self-congratulatory museum might prove entertaining to fizzy beverage and rash commercialization fans. The climactic moment comes when guests sample Coke products from around the world – a taste-bud-twisting good time! But there are also Andy Warhol pieces on view, a 4D film,
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Worlds Largest Killer Bee statue
The World’s Largest Killer Bee statue is in Hidalgo. A classic example of a town’s efforts to make lemonade from lemons – or in this case honey from imminent peril – the statue dates to the early 1990s. Hidlago spent $20,000 on this statue. It all seems quaint now as ‘killer bees’
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World Golf Hall of Fame
Golf fans flock to this 18-exhibit museum, the front nine covering the history of the sport and the back nine examining modern professional golf. Separating them is the Hall of Fame itself, with multimedia exhibits on inductees. Admission includes nine holes on a real grass putting
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Sea Center Texas
One attraction worth finding in the tangle of Brazosport is this fun aquarium. Learn about Texas salt marshes, the surf zone and coastal bays. A large tank holds gulf stars like huge groupers and slithery eels. Out back are 35 acres of fish hatcheries which you can tour at certain
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Oak Bluffs Beaches
Just south of the ferry terminal, a narrow strip of sandy beach runs unbroken for several miles, beginning with Oak Bluffs Town Beach . Or continue 1 mile further south to Joseph Sylvia State Beach on Beach Rd, which has calm waters suitable for kids. Its also referred to as Bend-i
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US Astronaut Hall of Fame
Six miles from the Kennedy Visitor Complex, this eye-candy museum features interactive exhibits and motion simulators dedicated to celebrating US astronauts. It is particularly fun for children, but families will need two days to cover attractions in both the Visitor Complex and th
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Steel Pier
This amusement pier, directly in front of the Taj Mahal casino, is a part of Donald Trumps empire and was the site of the famous high-diving horse that plunged into the Atlantic before crowds of spectators. Today its a collection of amusement rides, games of chance, candy stands an
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St Mary’s Episcopal Church
Built in 1887, St Mary’s was home to the first black Episcopal congregation in DC. James Renwick, designer of theSmithsonian Castle, created the beautiful red-brick building especially for the congregation. Above the altar are French-made painted-glass windows that depict, among ot
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Marston House
In the far northwestern corner of Balboa Park is the former home of George Marston, philanthropist and founder of the San Diego Historical Society. Built in 1905, Marston House was designed by noted San Diego architects William Hebbard and Irving Gill and is a fine example of the A
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Okaloosa Island Pier & Boardwalk
Stretching out almost a quarter of a mile into the Atlantic, this popular recreational-fishing pier is open 24 hours in the summer and is illuminated for night fishing. Rental gear is available (from $7) and there are no fishing-license requirements. Otherwise, the pier and adjacen
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Pioneer Yosemite History Center
In Wawona itself, about 6 miles north of the grove, take in the manicured grounds of the elegant Wawona Hotel and cross a covered bridge to this rustic center, where some of the park’s oldest buildings were relocated. It also features stagecoaches that brought early tourists to Yos
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Petersen House
After being shot at Ford’s Theatre, the unconscious president was carried across the street to die at Petersen House. Its tiny, unassuming rooms create a moving personal portrait of the president’s slow and tragic death. Entrance to the home is in conjunction with the Ford’s Theatr
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Great House, Crane Estate
On Castle Hill sits the 1920s estate of Chicago plumbing-fixture magnate Richard T Crane. The 59-room Stuart-style Great House is the site of summer concerts and special events. It’s open for tours in summer, but only a few days a week. The lovely landscaped grounds, which are open
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Hancock
This 1737 house was the home of Reverend John Hancock (grandfather of the John Hancock who was the Declaration-signer). On the night of 18 April 1775, the good Reverend hosted John Hancock and Samuel Adams in this parsonage. The house now has an exhibit of personal items of Revere
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East River State Park
The 7-acre waterfront East River State Park is a slice of greenery with sublime views of Manhattan. Its grassy lawn is home to a vast assortment of events and activities, including the odd summer concert. There is also summer-only ferry service to Governor’s Island and year-round f
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Earthquake Park
For decades after the 1964 earthquake, this park remained a barren moonscape revealing the tectonic power that destroyed nearby Turnagain Heights. Today Earthquake Park, at the west end of Northern Lights Blvd on the Knik Arm, is being reclaimed by nature; you’ll have to poke aroun
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Hinkle Family Fun Center
If the weather is not cooperating and you need to burn off some of your little one’s energy, visit the Hinkle Family Fun Center , which keeps little ones of all ages amused with bumper cars, laser tag, mini-golf and a huge ‘jungle play area’ where kids can crawl and climb and slide
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