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Escape city life at these nearby public lands
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Escape city life at these nearby public landsIf things feel a bit hectic, get out and see the country with these scenic spots near cities. - National Parks
Winter's coming: Seasonal beauty at national parks
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Winter's coming: Seasonal beauty at national parksThe US Department of the Interior chose their favorite winter Instagram photos to share. - National Parks
Find beautiful fall colors in these public lands
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Find beautiful fall colors in these public landsFrom national parks to wildlife refuges, these public lands are perfect for leaf peeping. - Experience
National Park Service: 10 hidden gems to visit
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National Park Service: 10 hidden gems to visitThe big parks get all the attention, but don't miss these underappreciated spots. - National Parks
Denali National Park celebrates its 100th anniversary
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Denali National Park celebrates its 100th anniversaryEven the sled-dog puppies are birthday-themed this year as Denali National Park and Preserve marks 100 years since it was established. - National Parks
Beautiful night sky viewings on public lands
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Beautiful night sky viewings on public landsFar from city lights, these national parks and other public sites offer amazing views of the stars and more.
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25 most-visited National Park Service sites
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25 most-visited National Park Service sitesThese parks, monuments and recreation areas are the most popular with visitors. - National Parks
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Arches National Park: Nature's masterpieces on display
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Arches National Park: Nature's masterpieces on displayMore than 2,000 natural stone arches have been recorded throughout the 119-square-mile park. - National Parks
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Haleakalā National Park: 10 tips for your visit
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Haleakalā National Park: 10 tips for your visitCelebrate the "House of the Sun" park's 100th anniversary this year. - National Parks
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Glacier National Park still has glaciers, for now
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Glacier National Park still has glaciers, for nowResearch predicts that all 25 named glaciers likely will be gone by 2030. - National Parks
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Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan on Denali National Park
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Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan on Denali National ParkThe documentarians reminisce on their visit to the park for its 100th anniversary. - National Parks
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Blue Ridge Parkway: A nearly 469-mile photo op
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Blue Ridge Parkway: A nearly 469-mile photo opThe parkway carves a path of stunning beauty through the southern Appalachian Mountains, perfect for fall.
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Acadia National Park: From sunrise to sunset
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Acadia National Park: From sunrise to sunsetThe sunrise over Cadillac Mountain draws huge crowds, but there's plenty for night owls too. - National Parks
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Yellowstone: How to explore the park for first-timers
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Yellowstone: How to explore the park for first-timersGet tips for how to explore the national park, even in just one day. - National Parks
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Olympic National Park: Mountains, forests and shores
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Olympic National Park: Mountains, forests and shoresThe 922,651 acres are “three parks in one,” as the National Park Service puts it. - National Parks
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Yosemite National Park: Majesty is never out of season
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Yosemite National Park: Majesty is never out of seasonYosemite wasn’t the first national park, but the idea of national parks was born there. - National Parks
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Grand Canyon National Park: Always more to see
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Grand Canyon National Park: Always more to seeNo matter how many times you visit, you'll always find something new to explore. - National Parks
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Zion National Park: Finding a road less traveled
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Zion National Park: Finding a road less traveledWith visitor numbers skyrocketing, here are some tips to finding less crowded areas.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park has regrown
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park has regrownAfter the fires in November of last year, the region has bounced back. - National Parks
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National parks and lands: Contest-winning photos
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National parks and lands: Contest-winning photosThe U.S. Department of the Interior's Share the Experience contest has its winners. - National Parks
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Pair these public lands with a national park visit
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Pair these public lands with a national park visitThese lesser-known gems are just as beautiful as their more popular neighbors. - National Parks
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Canyonlands National Park: 10 tips for your visit
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Canyonlands National Park: 10 tips for your visitBesides the scenic beauty, the park offers some of the best whitewater rafting in the west. - National Parks
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Scenic hidden gems within our national public lands
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Scenic hidden gems within our national public landsThe Department of the Interior chose some of their favorite pics from their charges. - National Parks
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park: 10 tips for your visit
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Cuyahoga Valley National Park: 10 tips for your visitThe park’s nearly 33,000 acres include waterfalls, forests, rolling hills and farmlands.
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Saguaro National Park: 10 ways to make the most of a trip
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Saguaro National Park: 10 ways to make the most of a tripThe park is more than just 6-ton gigantic cacti (though it has those, too). - National Parks
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Badlands National Park: 10 tips for your visit
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Badlands National Park: 10 tips for your visitLearn how to make the most of your visit to the 244,000 acres of parkland. - Theme Parks
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Holiday events add a warm glow to chilly theme parks
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Holiday events add a warm glow to chilly theme parksThe weather might be frightful, but these parks will delight you with thrills and tasty treats.
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Theme park expo unveils wild new rides
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Theme park expo unveils wild new ridesThe builders and designers of thrills and chills came together to showcase what's new and exciting. - Theme Parks
Exclusive first look at stomach-dropping HangTime coaster
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Exclusive first look at stomach-dropping HangTime coasterSee what it's like to hang over the edge on Knott's Berry Farm's new coaster, coming in 2018. - Theme Parks
Disneyland's California Screamin' closes Jan. 8
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Disneyland's California Screamin' closes Jan. 8The popular ride in California Adventure will close as Paradise Pier is turned into Pixar Pier. - Theme Parks
This thrilling roller coaster just turned 100
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This thrilling roller coaster just turned 100First as the Giant One, then as the Wild One, the spirit of this coaster has survived for a century. - Theme Parks
Exclusive: Ride video of Six Flags' Wonder Woman coaster
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Exclusive: Ride video of Six Flags' Wonder Woman coasterInstead of two rails like traditional coasters, Wonder Woman Golden Lasso will be the world's first single-rail IBox track coaster. - Theme Parks
VR roller coasters: The ups and downs
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VR roller coasters: The ups and downsIs virtual reality the next step for roller coaster thrills, or just not worth the hassle?
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Epcot's Food & Wine Fest expands around the world
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Epcot's Food & Wine Fest expands around the worldThis year, there are 35 kiosks serving over 200 items, which can be purchased a la carte. - Experience
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Walt Disney Studios: Take a tour of the working lot
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Walt Disney Studios: Take a tour of the working lotDisney doesn't offer regular tours, but there are two ways you can make it past the gates. - Theme Parks
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10 most extreme theme park rides around the USA
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10 most extreme theme park rides around the USAThese rides offer thrills just as extreme as any roller coaster. - Theme Parks
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12 most thrilling roller coasters in the USA
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12 most thrilling roller coasters in the USAToday's mechanical behemoths are faster, taller, crazier – and just plain more thrilling – than their predecessors. - Theme Parks
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The Joker coasters upend riders at Six Flags parks
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The Joker coasters upend riders at Six Flags parksThis 4D Free Fly coaster will leave you not knowing which way is up. - Theme Parks
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Five new roller coasters announced for 2018
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Five new roller coasters announced for 2018This past National Roller Coaster Day unveiled five new thrill machines for next year.
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Six Flags Magic Mountain will open daily all year in 2018
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Six Flags Magic Mountain will open daily all year in 2018Starting on January 1, Magic Mountain will switch to a year-round daily schedule. - Theme Parks
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Silver Dollar City adds a Time Traveler for 2018
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Silver Dollar City adds a Time Traveler for 2018The new coaster's cars wil spin 360 degrees as you ride, adding to the thrills. - Theme Parks
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Ups and downs: The history of roller coasters
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Ups and downs: The history of roller coastersFrom ice slides in the 1600s to modern day wooden-steel hybrids, the coaster's evolution has been thrilling. - Theme Parks
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Marvel's Guardians break out at Disneyland Resort
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Marvel's Guardians break out at Disneyland ResortSee what it feels like to ride Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! at Disney's California Adventure. - Theme Parks
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Disney World's Cirque du Soleil show closes in December
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Disney World's Cirque du Soleil show closes in DecemberAfter a 19-year run, La Nouba in Disney Springs will perform its last show on December 31. - Theme Parks
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Disney announces 23 new developments at its parks
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Disney announces 23 new developments at its parksFrom Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge to new rides at Epcot, there were plenty of announcements at this year's D23 Expo.
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Theme parks move to accommodate autistic guests
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Theme parks move to accommodate autistic guestsA park visit can pose unique challenges for families with autistic members. - Theme Parks
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Disney World: End the day Happily Ever After
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Disney World: End the day Happily Ever AfterThe Magic Kingdom's new fireworks show adds Cinderella Castle into the show. - Theme Parks
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Six Flags Over Georgia celebrates 50 years
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Six Flags Over Georgia celebrates 50 yearsOne thing's stayed the same since 1967: thrilling rides. - Theme Parks
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Universal Orlando: Seven years of Butterbeer
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Universal Orlando: Seven years of ButterbeerWhen Wizarding World of Harry Potter opened June 2010 at Universal Orlando, Butterbeer became an overnight success.
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Best of 2017: Free tourist attractions in every state
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Best of 2017: Free tourist attractions in every stateAll you have to budget is for fun at these cool stops in every state. - 50 States
Best of 2017: Bucket list destinations in every state
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Best of 2017: Bucket list destinations in every stateIf you really want to experience what the USA has to offer, put these spots on your list. - 50 States
Nice views: Tallest building in each state
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Nice views: Tallest building in each stateWhich state holds America's tallest? And which state's measures only 124 feet tall? - 50 States
50 state road trip: America's beautiful small towns
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50 state road trip: America's beautiful small townsSome of the most scenic sights in the USA are the country's small towns. - Experience
50 state road trip: Iconic landmarks around the USA
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50 state road trip: Iconic landmarks around the USAThese spots represent an historic, popular, or scenic destination in each state. - 50 States
‘Aerial America’: Here's a bird’s-eye view of all 50 states
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‘Aerial America’: Here's a bird’s-eye view of all 50 statesTake a fly over the entire USA with photos from the hit show.
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50 state road trip: Festivals to see in every state
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50 state road trip: Festivals to see in every stateFrom music to food to just plain fun, these festivals are worth the trip. - Experience
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50 states, 50 dates: Romantic ideas around the USA
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50 states, 50 dates: Romantic ideas around the USANeed a fun local idea, or just want to get away with your loved one? We've got 50 ideas for you. - Experience
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50 state road trip: Scenic drives around the USA
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50 state road trip: Scenic drives around the USAThese roads are the perfect way to take in the majesty of America.
