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Local Guides > Las Vegas The best places to propose in Las Vegas, Nevada: 1 of 5
Sometimes it can be difficult to find the romantic side of Las Vegas in the midst of the quickie wedding chapels, with their drive-through services and Elvis impersonators. Luckily, for the true romantic who wants to do things the old-fashioned way, there are some magical places in Las Vegas to propose. Any one of these five... More..
Travel > Travel (Other) Mexico geography: An overview: 1 of 5
Mexico's shape resembles a cornucopia, a horn of plenty, and that's an apt symbol for a country with a landscape that is so diverse. The physical and cultural geographical features are made up of contrasts: rainforests and deserts, beaches and mountains, modern buildings and ancient ruins. In fact, from the natural to the ma... More..
Style & Beauty > Jewelry Jewelry gift ideas for bridal attendants: 2 of 9
A bridal attendant's gift is a thank you, so it should be sincere and from the heart. Every woman knows that jewelry is a personal gift. Every piece is a treasure, no matter the cost, that tells a story. Every time your bridesmaids take your gift out of their jewelry box, it will remind them of your special day, and inspire ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Hobbies & Games (Other) History of the game of darts: 5 of 20
It has been suggested that the idea of darts goes back to the times of cavemen. When hunters threw spears at their prey, the caveman with the most accurate throw "won" by getting to eat a nice bison steak for dinner that night. Although the sport may not actually be that old, the concept of throwing at targets is certainly a... More..
Travel > United States Secrets to cheap eats in Philly: 2 of 8
If you're touring Philadelphia with a huge appetite and a small wallet, you're in luck. The city is known for its large portions of belly-filling food at prices that seem to be the exact opposite of New York City's inflated budget-killing fare. Be careful where you go, though: some restaurants will gouge every penny out of g... More..
Health & Fitness > Exercise Tips Hot summer workouts: 2 of 8
In the summertime, it can seem like the whole world is on vacation. It's hard to slave away on a treadmill at the gym when the sun is shining and your friends are out having fun. Why stay cooped up in a stuffy fitness center? Swap that gym towel for a beach towel and hit the sunny outdoors. Pick any one of these 6 activities... More..
Local Guides > Washington DC The best Chinese restaurant in Washington DC: 1 of 4
The best Chinese restaurant in Washington, D.C. is the one that fulfills your own personal expectations. And let's face it: we all want something different. Some of us want authentic, traditional Chinese dishes (like mouth-searing noodles), while others are happier when the menu items show international influences (Southwest... More..
Entertainment > Movie Genres Website reviews: HorrorMovies.com: 1 of 4
Would you like to increase the size of your horror film collection and save money too? Then listen very carefully: Horrormovies.com is not the place to buy. The price, selection and features fall short of the competition in every possible way. While supporting small businesses is an admirable thing to do, it's simply not wor... More..
Local Guides > Pittsburgh A guide to outdoor recreation in Pittsburgh, PA: 1 of 4
Guide to Outdoor Recreation in Pittsburgh Even families who love the arts sometimes get tired of being in stuffy museums all day. After all, aren't vacations meant for shaking loose and having fun? In Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, there are loads of opportunities for you and your family to get outside, stretch your legs, and de-... More..
Hobbies & Games > Video Game Culture & Community History of life simulation games: 1 of 4
The history of life simulation games goes all the way back to childhood in a way. Remember playing house? For some reason, kids take pleasure in pretending to do everyday chores that would be boring in real life: setting the table, sweeping the floor or cooking dinner. Today, we have the opportunity as adults to play life si... More..