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Few natural landmarks capture the pioneering spirit of America’s Heartland quite like the Mighty Mississippi River
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On July 24, 1950, NASA launched its first rocket from Cape Canaveral, Florida, ushering in the space era.
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Situated in the heart of Germany, the state of Thuringia is home to more than one thousand years of history.
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Though open for just 14 years, the Bauhaus marked the beginning of Modernism and its impact is still felt today
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The central German state of Thuringia is the ideal place to discover Germany's history and culture.
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Everywhere you turn, great names from the past greet you.
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There's power in place—and when it comes to space flight, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex℠ in Florida is truly the center of the universe
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Magic and Mountains
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Throughout Austria, dining is much more than food—it's atmosphere, location and tradition
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Take a visual tour of Taiwan from golden beaches to misty mountains to glittering statues
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From dolphin adventures to tours of the Edison & Ford Winter Estates, don't miss these destinations!
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