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Where to see fall color: 3 great autumn drives in Minnesota
Fill your gas tank, turn off your navigational devices and don't be afraid to get lost in the woods when fall blazes across the land.
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Finding fall color amid a mellow vibe at Indiana Dunes National Park
Your guide to catching fall colors at Indiana Dunes National Park.
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A family trip with teens through Southern California, including the surprise of a desert
A family trip to San Diego County, from a beach to the desert.
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Midwest Traveler: Where to celebrate the 100th anniversary of women's suffrage
Minnesota and other states mark the centennial of the 19th Amendment.
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Unique lodging options in Wisconsin Dells
Treehouses, tiny houses and a Frank Lloyd Wright cottage are all options.
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Wisconsin Dells has a water park you may not have considered: The Wisconsin River
Dip into the Wisconsin River — the natural beauty that first spurred tourism at the Dells.
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In Mexico, hotel in Zihuatanejo serves up relaxation
Zihuatanejo hotel proves ideal place to do a whole lot of nothing.
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There's an app for beating the long lines at customs
The growing Mobile Passport app is a free alternative to Global Entry.
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In Florida, real-life mermaids captivate in an underwater theater
In Central Florida's Weeki Wachee Springs, the classic mermaid show has seen renovations.
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