Willing to Wander: Civil Rights Sites Recall Struggle for Freedom

As the Civil War drew to a close, soldiers of the 55th Massachusetts Volunteer Regiments occupied a plantation on James Island, South Carolina, which earlier had been held by Confederate forces. They were among the approximately 185,000 U.S. Colored Troops, as they were called, who fought with the North.

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Willing to Wander: Be a Stateside Tourist – Get Out on the Scenic Drives

Granted, it would be challenging now to take a truly cross-country drive, or even follow a scenic road that meanders through several states, stopping at tourist attractions along the way.

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Can You Travel Safely with the Delta Variant?

Perhaps you’re planning a fall getaway to wine country? Maybe your college-aged loved ones are heading off to a study-abroad program? Or possibly your boss decided it’s time to restart domestic, even international, business travel again?

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Willing to Wander: History Tucked into the Suburban Present

Stepping off the train after a short ride from a modern metropolis, I was immediately introduced to a world that no longer exists.

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Melinda’s Garden: Vacation Care for Container Gardens

Planning a few long weekends or a vacation may have you rethinking your garden plans. Don’t let time away from home stop you from growing flowers and vegetables in containers.

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The Top 10 Countries for Relocating Retirees

Retiring outside the United States has been growing in popularity for a number of years.

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Have Pets, Will Travel?

There’s nothing like hitting the open road with your best friend, especially when they happen to have a furry face, four legs, and a tail.

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Willing to Wander: Traveling Back to the Past

A longtime friend is channeling his childhood. While a youngster, he collected baseball cards that he stored in boxes and treasured as souvenirs of America’s favorite pastime.

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Traveltizers: Skyscraper City

A welcome breeze cools the air as The First Lady, a sightseeing boat operated by the Chicago Architectural Foundation, cruises down the main branch of the Chicago River.

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