Local and yet not
Portland, Oregon is one of the coolest places I think I have ever visited. The people are exciting and unique, and there are countless things to do and see. Yes, it does not matter who you are or what you like, it is likely that Portland has attractions that you will love. While I was visiting, I had the pleasure of running trails in the local parks and take in all of the incredible...
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There are plenty of reasons that North Carolinians like calling North Carolina home, and why visitors from near and far love vacationing in the east coast state that’s a little bit southern and a little bit mid Atlantic. From vast and stately mountains to beautiful beaches at the crystal coast, the Old North State has something to offer everyone who passes through. Many people decided...
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There is very little more opulent than the magnificent expanse of Biltmore Estate, nestled at the foot of the North Carolina Appalachian Mountains in Asheville. This is true any time of the year. The structure, built at the turn of the 20th Century, is a castle in its own right, rivaling any of the great palaces of old world Europe. It is a travel destination for millions of tourists each...
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Choosing a location for a weekend trip can be a challenge when you want to do something new but don’t want to hassle with excessive planning and booking. One of the best regional locations for a three day weekend is gorgeous Napa Valley where the scenery and wine can be matched only by the rolling hills and authenticity of Italy itself. Many of the vineyards are in close proximity so you...
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As people we always like to feel like we belong or have a place to fit in. It’s just in our code as humans. One could even argue that every person has at least one group or cause that he or she is involved with on a regular basis. Things like churches or religious groups tend to be common for most people to be a part of actively. There are other organizations and efforts that people...
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While local culture and economy usually have stronger implications on our day to day lives, there is no question that some major national policies have far-reaching effects that trump local ones. The most recent US federal debt ceiling increase, without the inclusion of any type of revenue increase, that resulted in the US credit rating downgrade by Standard & Poor’s is one of those...
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