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A retiree sits and waits for a Space-A flight May 10 in the Ramstein Passenger Terminal.

Space-A travel bettering quality of life

Each year, active duty and Reserve service members, as well as retirees and dependents, use Space Available as a viable option to commercial travel.

May 17, 2013 ×

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The Pont du Gard was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985.

Avignon: historical hotspot of France

Visiting the provence and the French city of Avignon is like experiencing a time warp. Founded on hundreds of years of history, the entire region reflects its ancient heritage through its architecture and culture. One could say it’s a true “Roman holiday.”

April 26, 2013 ×

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Keukenhof opens its doors

Keukenhof opens its doors

With the arrival of spring comes the long awaited opening of the Keukenhof gardens. Located in Lisse, the Netherlands, Keukenhof gardens welcome more than 800,000 visitors from around the world each year.

April 4, 2013 ×

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Strawberry Delights: Festivals across Germany

For information about self-harvesting fields nearby and festivals throughout Germany and Italy, read more.

March 28, 2013 ×

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Spring festivals in Alsace

Just across the border in France lies a tiny region called Alsace that almost feels German: half-timbered houses, rolling hills, a strong wine culture, small villages and words you might recognize.

March 28, 2013 ×

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Seeking Sunny Getaways

Seeking Sunny Getaways

Even poet Goethe felt what most of us do when spring brings rain and chilly weather: Let’s go somewhere nice! Centuries ago, the inhabitants of Northern Europe were drawn to warmer, nicer, more pleasant locations at this time of year.

March 28, 2013 ×

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Photos by Jenna Harrison

The sheer cliffs of the Dolomites turn pink at sunset.

Spring skiing in the Italian Dolomites

The Italian Dolomites are like no place you’ve ever been. Learn more about skiing, hiking and the culinary experiences of this unique area of Italy.

March 28, 2013 ×

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Flurries of snow surround the entrance to Freud’s former home turned museum.

For the Love of Freud: The Freud Museum in London

London is notorious for attracting swarms of tourists to its well-known landmarks and museums. While London’s hotspots are remarkable in their own right, I am interested in a different London. A lesser-known gem of London exists in the form of the Freud Museum.

March 22, 2013 ×

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London: A perfect weekend escape

Buzzing with life both night and day, one can never be bored in London. From rock-and-roll musicals to exclusive shopping trips, it is the perfect city for a quick, weekend trip.

March 22, 2013 ×

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Check out these holidays in foreign countries

Vacationers who don’t want to stand in front of closed shops, banks and grocery stores while visiting other countries should know when those foreign countries observe national holidays.

March 1, 2013 ×