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     The main plaza, on a Tuesday, see no crowds! (Desert Blondie photo)78

Getty Museum, a Must See in L.A.

The Getty Museum is a MUST SEE when in Los Angeles. Even those who aren't 'the museum type' are fascinated by the physical architecture, the gardens, the views from this wonder of contemporary architecture perched 881 feet above the Pacific Ocean.

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Williamsburg, Fascinating Tour of Our Colonial Past

Williamsburg is the USA's largest living museum...many say there would be no USA if it hadn't been for this town...Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, George Washington and others had the fires of freedom and revolution started under them in this community.

2 comments    travel american history colonial
a Jack Nicholas designed course. Photo from LaQuinta Resort66

A Desert Vacation, La Quinta CA

Looking for an absolutely beautiful oasis, a place of tranquility and relaxation but with lots to do if you choose? Look no further than La Quinta Resort and Club. Wanting a place of luscious flowers, exotic...

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Ten Great Lines From the Movies,

"You talkin' to ME?" One of the ten great movie lines featured here. Check to see if you're favorite line made this column...is it "Show me the money" or "I'll have what she's having"? Take a look!

31 comments    entertainment movies movie
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London, Three Great Days. Day Three

Final segment of a three-parter on the fantastic sights of London. Geared toward the first time visitor, this day's sights include Westminster Abbey, Kensington Palace, Victoria and Albert Museum.

10 comments    travel london palace
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London, Three Great Days. Day Two

London,Day Two! Second of three-day step-by-step series on London's sights.Today...Trafalgar Square, National Gallery, National Portrait Gallery, Thames River Cruise, Tower of London, Crown Jewels, Renaissance Weaponry and Armor, Site of Henry VIII beheadings...and more!

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This gold carriage for ceremonial occassions just one of the sights at The Royal Mews at Buckingham Palace. (Desert Blondie photo)72

London, Three great days. Day One

London, one of the great cities of the world! In London, each moment filled with history, architecture, the shimmering aura of persons past, from Anne Boleyn to Princess Diana, from Winston Churchill to Henry VIII. Enjoy this full day itinerary of London's sights!

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Fronts full of ruffles: Fluffy trend from spring still strong for Fall/Winter

Ruffles are a hot fashion trend, and labels from the most expensive couture to the least expensive Old Navy and TJMaxx stores have got ruffles galore for you. From Michelle Obama to Victoria Beckham, check out the latest ruffle fashions.

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London hotels, highlighting three favorites

Three visits to London, three different hotels. Each in a different area of central London, with unique set of pluses and minuses. All three hotels were absolutely wonderful...but one is absolutely a winner on every level. No, it's NOT the Ritz!

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Ringlet hairstyles, some history and their continuing popularity

The ringlet...more than Shirley Temple or Cindy Brady...a hairstyle popular since ancient Roman times that keeps coming back century after century...and still popular today! Take a look at ringlets in all their variety!

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