Near & Far

If your Alaskan cruise itinerary includes Vancouver, spend a few days exploring one of the

Downtown Alpine Helen Creating an alpine village in Georgia may have sounded ludicrous in 1969,

Visiting the 9/11 museum is an emotional experience, delivering the message that our resilient nation

Resorts in Florida offer amenities for all generations. Here are suggestions for a summer getaway

This month marks the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing and space centers

Photos: Courtesy of Tim Fordham-Moss Not only is St. Ermin’s a unique London hotel, it

The phrase ‘ordinary women doing extraordinary things’ is repeated at each of the historical sites

Photo: Mary Ann DeSantis Historic Cedar Key stands where State Road 24 reaches the Gulf

As Presidents Day approaches, it’s a good time to explore the homes, museums, and libraries

At grand and luxurious hotels, rates are pricey and bookings can be difficult, but

Nashville’s Gaylord Opryland Resort, described as ‘the most Christmassy hotel in the nation’ by the

The 10th-century castle and towers in Prague, Czech Republic, have withstood the test of time

The 12th century Schönbühel Castle is the gateway to Austria’s Wachau Valley. An

Gators are wild in Gainesville, especially during football season, but there are plenty of things

John Coleman (American, 1949-). 1876, Gall-Sitting Bull-Crazy Horse (2008, Bronze, 5/9) Move over,

Amtrak’s passenger service through the Virginia Blue Ridge Mountains provides a relaxing and picturesque ride

The blues had a baby and they named it rock ’n’ roll.”  ­—Muddy Waters, American

Getting away with your gal pals is a chance to renew friendships and rejuvenate with

Almost everyone daydreams about vacationing on an island. However, expensive airfares have made flying a

Photo: Tony DeSantis New homes are wonderful, but the stories surrounding historical homes