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Harrisburg - The capital of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg has grown from a modest ferry outpost to a picturesque metropolis. The city is a hub for government, business, arts and entertainment, and tourism. Enjoy everything from a picnic on City Island, to live jazz along the riverfront, to a tour through one of the city's historic mansions. Naples - Naples is one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. The city's biggest draw is its "Mediterranean" climate, consisting of long sultry summers and cool arid winters. Average winter temperatures hover at about 70 degrees, while summers rarely exceed 90 degrees. Naples has a good reputation for retail, ranging from jewelry stores and elegant resort-wear, to special gifts and home furnishings, often made by local hands. The median age in Naples is 44.1. Hawaii Maui - Known to many as the "Valley Isle", the island of Maui is steeped in history and beauty. Once known as "Great Maui", six different volcanoes formed the island. The island consisted of Maui, Molokai, Lanai and Kahoolawe, which was all once a single landmass. But rising sea levels have changed the landscape dramatically, and have since separated the islands. All are still a province of Maui, but are now considered Maui County. The highest point on the Island is the Haleakala volcano in Haleakala National Park, home to the Haleakala Crater; the largest dormant volcano in the world. Zurich - Situated on the northern shores of Lake Zurich, the city of Zurich, Switzerland sits in the heart of Europe with the majestic Swiss Alps as the backdrop. Zurich's Old City epitomizes the beauty of historic Europe, with narrow alleyways, quiet squares, lovely hotels, ornate guildhalls, chic boutiques and historic cafes. Less than an hour from town is Europe's biggest waterfall - Rhine Falls - as well as several beautiful ski areas. Daytona - Daytona Beach gained much of its fame for having beautiful beaches, in more ways than one. In fact, these particular beaches comprised a unique hardness which proved to be the perfect environment to test-drive cars. During the 1930s and 1940s most of the land speed records for automobiles were established in Daytona. Soon enough came the Daytona 500, one of racing’s most prestigious events. The city has retained its racing history with attractions such as Daytona USA and the Daytona International Speedway. The beautiful beaches also attract thousands of spring breakers each year, as well as senior citizens and families year-round who are in search of a relaxing time in the sun. Tallahassee - Tallahassee is the capital city of Florida, occupying an area known as the Big Bend with the waters of the Gulf of Mexico about 25 miles south, and the Georgia state line about 14 miles north. From the city's rolling hills and lush plantations, freshwater springs and botanical gardens, as well as many fine museums and the excitement of Florida State University's campus grounds, Tallahassee has plenty to see and do. Baltimore - Baltimore is an exciting mix of history and modern excitement, of business and leisure. The city's famous Inner Harbor is the center of all the action, inundated with restaurants, landmarks and attractions. Spread throughout the metropolitan area is a distinct array of even more sites and things to do. Explore historic landmarks and museums dedicated to America's wars or commemorating famous local personalities such as Babe Ruth and Edgar Allen Poe; or check out the many nightclubs, bars and comedy clubs, as well as unique shopping districts and diverse neighborhoods. New York City - New York City is still the business and entertainment capital of the world. Most of what makes New York so famous is cosmopolitan Manhattan Island. Thousands of people bustle along Manhattan Streets each day, exploring landmarks such as Times Square and Central Park, strolling down Broadway or Fifth Avenue, or enjoying the immense variety of theater, restaurants, nightlife and more. Hey, it's the city that never sleeps. Miami - More than 10 million tourists a year flood Miami-Dade County to take advantage of the white-sand beaches, the sunny weather, the upscale shopping, the sizzling nightlife, and the outstanding “New World” cuisine that has taken on a style and taste of its own. Las Vegas - Las Vegas is a combination of fast gaming action, glamour and glitz, sophistication and debauchery, all in the middle of the desert. Dance the night away, dine on world-class cuisine, catch some of the oldest, most reliable names in entertainment, or put your life savings in the hands of fate at any one of the magnificent casino-hotels. Paris - Paris draws on two thousand years of history, giving this city an unrivaled cultural legacy. Paris is magnificent, ancient architecture, inspiring artistry, fashion, glamour, ethnic diversity, charming neighborhoods, refined cuisine, theater, and much more. Altogether Paris is a modern city, consistently responding to new challenges, creating new districts, new meeting places, and new ways of life. London - London is an extravagant mix of history and modernity, science and the arts, business and leisure. From the tranquility of Hyde Park, to the haunting legacy of the Towers of London, to the priceless artifacts in the British Museum and much more, London has a countless array of things to see and do. |
| Palm Springs Hotels - Use this guide to search for hotels in and around the city of Palm Springs. The directory provides information for the various areas within the Palm Springs metropolitan area and include P. Springs North, Downtown, P. Springs South, East Outskirts, Palm Desert, Check out great hotels in Palm Springs such as The Resort At Palm Springs Hotel 701 E. Palm Canyon Drive, Fantasy Springs Resort Casino Hotel 84245 Indio Springs Parkway, Palm Grove Hotel 2135 Palm Canyon Dr. |
