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What are some things to do in Dana Point, California?

Dana Point Harbor is the showcase of the city. Fishing enthusiasts can join a fishing charter heading out to the Pacific Ocean or cast a line off the public fishing pier near Baby Beach. The latter is great for kids, especially since no fishing license is required.\nWhale watching tours are available year-round and almost always find orcas, pilot whales and plenty of dolphins. Tours generally reveal giant blue whales in the summer and grey whales during their winter migration to and from Mexico. Humpbacks, on their own migration to and from Hawaii, are usually around during the fall and spring..

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Why is the Statue of Liberty so important?

The Statue of Liberty was developed as a sign of the friendship that developed between the people of France and the U.S. during the American Revolution. It is described as a sign of the mutual desire for liberty as expressed by both countries. The statue has become a representation of global friendship, freedom and democracy. It stands in the Upper New York Bay, and it has been viewed by millions of newcomers and immigrants as they entered the country.

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What kind of fruit is grown in Kenya?

While most of the fruit grown by Kenyans is produced to feed people within its own country, foreign investments from public and private entities has fostered a growth in the horticulture business. Beginning in 1965, countries and industries outside Kenya began to invest in Kenyan agriculture and horticulture with a more focused and intense method of growing flora. Kenya makes tens of billions of dollars from exports.\nThe Kenyan Highlands, which are split by the Great Rift Valley, enjoy a cool, wet climate; they produce most of the country's fruit. In general, the areas where crops are gr..

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What is the largest lake in Europe?

Lake Ladoga is found in northwestern Russia, approximately 25 miles east of St. Petersburg. The climate in the lakes region is moderately cold. Its average annual precipitation is 24 inches; the water level is highest in June and July and at its lowest in December and January. \n\nThe lake is a part of the White Sea-Baltic Waterway system. This allows freight to be carried through Russia to Finland and to Germany.

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What is the Amtrak route from Boston to New York?

The two Amtrak routes from Boston to New York allow travelers to bring up to two bags onboard with them as well as small personal items. During the duration of the trip, the bags remain with the passengers. The two Amtrak routes offer the traveler the chance to sit in a quiet car where guest speak in quieter tones. They also offer Wi-Fi and the chance to get food and drink.

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What are some five-day cruises to Jamaica?

Princess Cruises offers a selection of Western Caribbean cruises with a length between four and seven days as of 2015. Customers can choose to extend their trip with a Cruise Plus Hotel Package, which allows them to spend more time in a preferred port of call such as Jamaica. Carnival Cruises has a similar offer, and it also offers travelers multiple tours and activities in Jamaica.

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How can you check the arrival status of flights?

FlightStats.com and FlightView.com provide live tracking information for commercial flights around the world. A search result shows a flight's scheduled, estimated and actual departure and arrival times. Airline websites usually have information about a flight's arrival time under Flight Information or Flight Status. Airport websites normally have flight status information under Departures and Arrivals. Narrow your search by selecting the time band that includes your chosen flight's scheduled arrival time.

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What are the physical characteristics of Cairo, Egypt?

The buildings in Cairo showcase how Arab, Roman, Greek, Turkish, British and French rulers shaped the city during their respective reigns. Coptic Cairo, the city's oldest part, is where the Romans built Babylon. Most of the country's places of worship are here, including the Hanging Church and the Ben Ezra synagogue.\nIslamic Cairo features the Citadel and many mosques, such as the Mosque of Mohammed Ali and the Ibn Tulun. This part of the city has warren-like streets. Qarafa, or the City of the Dead, is on the east side of the city. Here, tombs serve as makeshift homes and business ..

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What amenities are available at Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica?

Guests of Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica enjoy a private beach and swimming pool, both with wait service. Non-motorized sports equipment is included, but SCUBA diving and other excursions may be arranged for an additional fee. The Core Zone is the teenage hangout, while the Explorer's Club is a supervised children's program for the younger crowd.\n\nAll accommodations are suites with panoramic mountain and ocean views. Oceanfront swim-out suites are available in the Preferred Club category. Guests in the Preferred Club receive more personalized service, including a private lounge, upgr..

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When do tulips bloom in Holland?

As of 2014, most of the tulip farms in Holland are found in the province of Felvoland. The area where a majority of the tulips are found is called the Kop van Noord-Holland. This region is also known for being the largest area of continuous tulip bulb-growing in the entire country of The Netherlands.

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