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Last Updated: Jan 29, 2024 10:21AM • Subscribe via RSS • ATOM

Truffles: a delectable labor of love

Jan 29, 2024 10:21AM ● By Victor Block

Explore the history and cultivation of truffles and learn about the limitless culinary uses of these prized fungi.

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Visit the Broadmoor Without Breaking the Bank!

Jan 02, 2024 02:15PM ● By Libby Kinder

From exploring historic artifacts to indulging in luxurious delights, learn why now is the best time to visit the Broadmoor.

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Must-Know Travel Trends of 2024

Nov 22, 2023 10:59AM ● By Victor Block

Domestic leisure travel is likely to return to pre-pandemic levels next year. Stay informed about emerging travel trends, including microcations and volunteer tourism.

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Explore Native American culture at these must-visit sites

Oct 30, 2023 02:07PM ● By Victor Block

Spread across the nation, these sanctuaries allow visitors to delve into the rich customs and cultures of indigenous peoples and to recapture colorful chapters of America’s past.

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Explore Scotland's cities, castles and charm

Sep 29, 2023 09:56PM ● By Victor Block

Craggy mountains, rolling farmlands, still lakes, magnificent castles and charming towns—Scotland has it all.

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Happy trails to you!

Aug 21, 2023 02:37PM ● By Lisa Lowdermilk

Enjoy the cool autumn weather with these scenic easy-to-moderate hikes around El Paso County.

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11 unexpected destinations with the most beautiful fall colors

Aug 21, 2023 02:08PM ● By Victor Block

The northern U.S. has great places to view Mother Nature’s technicolor hues, but those in the know realize that her paintbrush is also busy in some unexpected places.

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Living and learning out of a suitcase

Jul 25, 2023 10:27AM ● By Rhonda Van Pelt

Embark on educational adventures for seniors with Road Scholar

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7 hacks for fun, stress-free road travel with grandkids

Jun 19, 2023 02:57PM ● By Kimberly Blaker

And a list of grandkid-friendly travel destinations that aren’t the aquarium or the zoo

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Toronto and Niagara: a perfect pair

Jun 19, 2023 02:40PM ● By John Liburdi

A valid passport is your ticket to visit two fabulous places for the price of one

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Ford Mustang: America's first practical "sports" car

May 30, 2023 10:39AM ● By Randal C. Hill

The debut of the Ford Mustang, named after the famed World War II P-51 Mustang fighter plane, took place at the New York World’s Fair on April 17, 1964.

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The joys of chugging along

May 23, 2023 11:21AM ● By Rhonda Wray

I recently had the delightful privilege of traversing this breathtaking state of ours by train, from Denver to Grand Junction.

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