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What are some fun things to do in Colorado?

For outdoor enthusiasts, Colorado has a varied landscape, boasting over 50 peaks reaching 14,000 feet or higher in its Rocky Mountain regions, as well as miles of rolling prairies in its eastern region. The state also features many state parks, national parks and forests, including Rocky Mountain National Park and the Great Sand Dunes National Preserve and Park, which is famous for having the highest sand dunes in North America.\n\nFor those seeking indoor leisure activities, Colorado is home to a large number of music, dance, theater and performing arts organizations active throughout the yea..

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How do you get deals for the Greenbrier Resort?

The Greenbrier website is a useful resource for finding deals and packages for the resort. As of 2015, there are numerous golf packages offered, including packages for groups of eight or more people and unlimited golf after purchasing a room at the resort. Some other packages offered at a discount include a bed and breakfast package, 40 percent off rooms for kids and a package that offers credits to the on-site mineral spa. The Greenbrier also offers discount packages for select holidays, special occasions, and its corporate retreats.\nCoupon sites such as RetailMeNot provide coupons for the p..

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What is a safety corridor in New Mexico?

A section of Interstate 40 from mile marker 35 to 75 and a section of Interstate 25 and part of the Anthony-Las Cruces drive from milepost 146 to 164 have been designated as safety corridors. This is because from 2002 to 2004, 67 serious crashes occurred at that point on Interstate 40, and there were 8 fatalities. On the section of Interstate 25, there were 103 serious crashes and 11 fatalities.\nSafety corridors are areas of interstate highway that have been statistically analyzed and found to have high crash rates and fatality rates. Because of the designation as safety corridors, these area..

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What are some fun things to do at Delray Beach, Florida?

Some sites in Delray Beach combine history with a happening nightlife and good food. For instance, Sundy House dates back to 1903, but now operates as a restaurant. The Delray Beach Dada Cafe used to be a 1924-era cottage, but now is a place where people can congregate for drinks and live music. The Museum of Lifestyle and Fashion History explores the local history of Delray and offers a culinary tour of the local restaurants.\nOutdoor enthusiasts can spend time at the Delray Municipal Beach just enjoying the white sand and the turquoise water. Kayak and boat rentals are also available for the..

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What is the Netherlands famous for?

Other than rural workers, people in the Netherlands seldom wear wooden shoes or clogs as of 2014. However, the footwear is regularly sold as a souvenir to tourists who visit the country.\nOnce home to 10,000 windmills, the Netherlands features approximately one-tenth that number as of 2014. Windmills are found in Zaanse Schans, Kinderdijk and Amsterdam. Amsterdam is home to eight windmills, one of which is the De Otter mill, the only working wood-sawing mill in the country.\nOne of the most famous Dutch foods, Gouda cheese, accounts for approximately half of the world's consumption of che..

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Where can you find a state map showing gas prices?

The maps on gas Buddy also highlight areas of the U.S. by national gas price average. The site is updated often and is free to use.Another good location for gas prices is the Gas Price Watch site. The site can locate gas prices by address, city or zip code. Users also have the ability to save searches for future reference. Gas Price Watch can look up prices for regular, midgrade, premium and diesel gas prices.

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What are some popular North Carolina beaches?

Bald Head Island has over 14 miles of beaches along with private beach rentals. A ferry ride is required to get to the island, and cars are not allowed.\nThe Cape Hatteras National Seashore runs for 72 miles and is known for its dunes. Two very tall lighthouses that are open to the public also offer panoramic views.\nThe Emerald Isle is between the Bogue Sound and the Atlantic Ocean and is known for mild, clear waters.

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What are some hotels in Gatlinburg, TN?

Guests of the Mountain House Inn can take a short stroll downtown or catch the trolley that stops near the office. The hotel has King and double Queen rooms, as well as Jacuzzi suites. All of the rooms are equipped with 42-inch flat screen smart televisions, microwave ovens, small refrigerators and free Internet access. A complimentary coffee bar is available each morning.\nGreystone Lodge is located in the heart of downtown Gatlinburg, with easy access to restaurants, shopping and attractions. The hotel's rooms have balconies over the river, and there are cottages available as well.\nThe..

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What are some things to do near Solomons Castle in Florida?

The artist Howard Solomon is the owner and eponym of Solomon's Castle. Visitors to the castle can walk through galleries displaying Solomon's work, and the Boat in the Moat restaurant is also on-site. As of 2016, visitors can see Solomon at work in his workshop. Horse Creek flows through the area, and tourists can walk along the banks. Ticket prices and group rate information are available on the castle website.\nMyakka River Ranch offers a 60-minute casual trail ride, 60-minute advanced trail ride - walk/trot, 90-minute advanced trail ride - walk/trot/canter and sunset ride for two ..

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What are the major landforms of Greece?

The mainland of Greece is made up largely of rolling hills and rugged mountains. The highest mountain in the country is Mount Olympus at 9,570 feet, the center of Greek mythology and home of the gods. The Pindus mountain range runs south along the middle of the country, while the Rhodope Mountains run along Greece's northern border. These mountains are heavily forested and provide much of the country's lumber.\nThe Vikos Gorge runs along the Pindus Mountains, reaching a maximum depth of 3,600 feet. This mountain range also hosts numerous rivers and lakes. The largest bodies of water ..

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