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Monterey Bay Aquarium, 17-Mile Loop, and the National Steinbeck Center in California

Offering aquatic wildlife exhibits ranging from otters to seahorses to octopi, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is not to be missed if you will be traveling along the central California coast. Located on Cannery Row in Monterey, the aquarium offers 35,000 plants and represents over 623 species of animals in twelve “zone” exhibits that give you
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Places of Interest – Old Faithful

While RVing out West, my husband, Paul, and I simply had to visit and camp overnight in Yellowstone National Park. As America’s first national park, its historical significance is as great as its beauty and breadth. Spanning Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, the park is home to a tremendous amount of wildlife, including bears, bison and
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Places of Interest – Sedona, Arizona

A cousin who traveled in a motorhome had raved to me about the spectacular red rocks at Sedona, Arizona. Other travelers also exclaimed about their beauty and tried to describe their magnificence. So while camped in Surprise, Arizona, my husband, Paul, and I visited this unique area using a friend’s tow car. Mouths gaping at
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Places of Interest – Buffalo Bill Historical Center

As we traveled west, I felt an excitement about the Old West. I wanted to see the Buffalo Bill Historical Center in Cody, Wyoming. Much to my surprise, it housed five awe-inspiring collections. I could have spent a whole day there browsing, learning and enjoying the easy-to-read placards and fascinating artifacts. In fact, I’d like
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