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This Official Alaska Vacation Planning Video is filled with plenty of breathtaking scenes. But more important, it’s loaded with all the information you need for planning a trip to Alaska. Like when to go, what to wear, and what to see. So if you’ve got Alaska on your mind, you’re going to love this video. Let’s begin with snow sports. This is definitely the place. For cross-country and down-hill skiing. For snow boarding, tobogganing, and even ice fishing.

Mention Argentina and images of gauchos and the tango come to mind. But for many who visit it’s also a country full of natural treasures. These range from its barren northern landscapes to the sheer beauty of the soaring Andes. From spectacular thousand-foot high waterfalls - to its extensive wine region.

At the center of all this is the capital city of Buenos Aires, renowned for its European sophistication. Despite its size, one-third of the population of Argentina clusters in Buenos Aires, the economic core of the country, and one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world.

It’s a rare privilege indeed to be able to get this exceptional perspective of the capital, because from this vantage point one can truly appreciate the grandeur of this legendary city.

Below us now is the famous “plaza de mayo” considered to be the very heart of Argentina. It is in this square that the people have always come together, in good times and in bad.

Sydney, the vibrant, cosmopolitan gateway to Australia, covers the waterfront with audacious Aussie attitude, sprawl, and pop culture. It’s a city surrounded by beaches. And it’s a city that offers some of the most astonishing food on the current world scene, a Eurasian cornucopia overflowing with seafood and exotic flavor. You’re bound to spend at least a couple of days here – take hold of them with both hands.

Boston is the cradle of American liberty. From its historic Common to the Old North Church, which signaled the beginning of the Revolutionary War, Boston reflects a heritage that is part of every American. Tour Boston to see Faneuil Hall, the Old State House, the South Meeting House, and the Old North Church. Then cross the Charles River to see Harvard University, Radcliffe, and the common where George Washington took command of the Continental Army. Visit the Ware collection of glass flowers. The rest of the day is free to do as you wish. Your tour director will offer suggestions to complete your night.

Rulers of the ancient Mayan civilizations came here to see the beauty of this land ... a place where the turquoise Caribbean Sea caresses the beautiful sandy beaches. They came to partake a view reserved then only for royalty. Today, more than 1,500 years later, this same spot is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the world. This is Cancun. Located at the northeast tip of the Yucatan Peninsula, Cancun is easily accessible from major gateway cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Just under a 2-hour flight from Houston or Miami. Visitors will find an abundance of sports in Cancun. Jet skiing and water skiing are popular for the novice and pro alike.

Welcome to a Classic Home Town located in the Center of Prince William County.

Come see how classic hometown living can be part of your modern lifestyle. County Center combines superb amenities with a friendly neighborhood atmosphere, creating a warm and inviting community designed to bring people together. Relax with friends around the swimming pool, enjoy playtime at the tot lots, meet up with friends in the Pocket Parks or on the Village Green. You can also take advantage of the walking and bike paths, tennis and multi-purpose courts, community retail center, farmers market, and even a community amphitheater. County Center. Classic Hometown. Modern Lifestyles.

Travelers are again coming to Fiji after the instability of the late 1980s, and for good reason. Fiji is beautiful, it has a pleasant tropical climate, the diving and snorkeling are superb and it has excellent facilities for tourists, whether they are on a tight budget or indulging in the luxuries of a plush resort.

The desperate tourist's quest for his or her ancestral tartan has brought lots of business - and lots of amusement - to modern Scots. In fact, tartans originally had no clan affiliation, indicating only the geographic base of the wearer. It wasn't until the 19th century's mounting romanticization of the Scottish medieval past that the kilt craze really began. King George the IV kicked it all off by buying £1,354 worth of the Regal Stuart tartan during his 1822 visit to Edinburgh.

But expensive trinkets can't conceal Bath's sophistication. Once second only to London as the social capital of England, Queen Anne's visit to the natural hot springs here in 1701 established Bath as one of the great meeting places for 18th-century British artists, politicians, and intellectuals. Heavily bombed in World War II, Bath has been painstakingly restored so that today, too, every thoroughfare is fashionable, though more hair salons than literary salons grace its fair streets.

Las Vegas, Nevada is unquestionably the most popular tourist destination in America. Yet with all the attention given to this desert oasis, there are still many questions we need answered. Like: When’s the best time to visit? Do casinos cheat? How does one become a showgirl? Sit back, because whether you’re a gambler, a shopper, or just a tourist, this show has the answers to Las Vegas’s most frequently asked questions.

The English call Leeds Castle "the loveliest castle in the world,” and for good reason. Built in 857, the castle has been home to such English royalty as Edward I, Henry V and Henry VIII. Inside, visitors can see centuries-old paintings, tapestries and furniture. Outside, the grounds are often shrouded in a morning mist, which, as the day goes on, lifts to reveal exquisite gardens, vineyards and even a golf course. An aviary, set in a walled garden and overlooking the lake, houses a variety of birds, including parrots, parakeets and softbills. But the most elegant activity at Leeds Castle is the black-tie dinner in the Henry VIII Banqueting Hall, served by a butler and footmen. It’s an experience fit for a king.

The American Society of Travel Agents will be holding its annual conference in Lisbon this year. Some 7,000 delegates will gather in the Portuguese capital early in November. They have been invited to take part in pre-conference or post-conference tours, which will give them the chance to see the countrysides, castles and palaces, churches and historic universities, and to meet the Portuguese people. Most of the time, however, they will be in Lisbon, and their choice of a conference site was timely. Lisbon was selected Cultural Capital of Europe for all of 1994. The organizers of Lisbon ‘94 have scheduled a stellar program of opera, theater, and sightseeing.

Close your eyes. Inhale the exotic aromas of rich dark coffee, fresh baked baguettes, and old-fashioned toasty Gauloises tobacco wafting across a small market square. You’re undoubtedly somewhere in the south, maybe close to the Riviera, where the summer heat verges on tropical, but the breezes are cool and rattle the awnings of the market stalls. Open your eyes. It’s a hilltop village on the Caribbean island of Martinique, and you’re enjoying one of those customary do-nothing, coffee and wine-sipping, people-watching interludes that the French seem to love so much.

Few can leave a visit to the home of Thomas Jefferson unaffected. From the plantation setting to the approach up the mountaintop and the first glimpse of the house, through each stop in the tour, Monticello reveals itself as the inspiring self-portrait of a heroic Renaissance man. As visitors pass through each room, Jefferson's architectural vision gives structure to his ceaseless curiosities and diverse accomplishments, and the artifacts and stories encountered in each location all make Jefferson, his ideas and his world come to life.

Morocco is the ideal starting point for the traveler to Africa. An easy hop from Europe, it can be a friendly, hectic and stimulating place to get around in. Open-air markets throughout the country are piled high with rugs, woodwork, and jewelry.

A warm hello ... a neighborly smile ... watching the beauty of a prairie sunset, or enjoying the peacefulness of a starry evening -- you know that Edwards County is the place to call home. The Kansas prairie holds this caring community in the palms of its hands. Located just two hours from Interstate 70, it’s halfway between New York City and San Francisco. Edwards County embraces the future, while remembering its past. 100 years ago, German, Swedish, and Danish immigrants came by railroad and settled this area’s wide-open spaces with a progressive and dedicated heart.

Rochester, a city of images, has activities and attractions that are sure to fit your image of a good time, whatever that image may be. Whether it’s a day in the park or on the water, shopping or museum-hopping, taking in a sporting event or a live performance, Rochester has the images of fun you’ve been looking for! Just imagine a city of spectacular scenery, cultural delights, and entertainment galore ... that’s Rochester. And many of the images our city takes pride in sharing with you, have their roots in the distant past, when pioneers had their own visions of a prosperous, new settlement on the Genesee River.

Seattle, like many large cities, is really a collection of neighborhoods -- small towns if you will -- that combine to give the appearance of one large urban center. But take the time to look a little closer and you’ll discover each section of the city is distinct in character, with its own attractions and reasons to visit. If you seek Seattle’s Scandinavian heritage, head for Ballard. If you want a little Asian flavor, the International District should be your destination. Spectacular views? Try Queen Anne, Capitol Hill, West Seattle, or Magnolia. Whatever you seek in leisure, recreation, entertainment, or dining, you’ll be sure to find it in one of Seattle’s neighborhoods.

Welcome to the most exciting city in the Pacific Northwest. We know you’ll enjoy visiting Seattle as much as we do living here. During your stay, we encourage you to take the time to savor the things that have made Seattle the number-one vacation destination in the country. Visit leading attractions such as the Seattle Center, Pike Place Market, Woodland Park Zoo, and the Aquarium. Experience our lovely parks and waterways. Attend a play, symphony, or major league sports event. And dine on our world-famous seafood and regional cuisine. Once you come to know us, we hope you’ll want to return again soon, and often.

At first glance, visitors in Tampa will see an abundance of excitement. Take your time, though, and appreciate its combination of Old World charm and contemporary settings. Hi, and welcome to Tampa. You’re about to discover one of the greatest vacation spots in the South. Perhaps after watching this 20-minute presentation, you’ll come visit us at the Tampa Tourist Center. Ready? Let’s begin. Fine dining, extravagant shopping excursions, legendary nightlife and world-class attractions lead the list of things to do while vacationing here. Tour guides, concierges and local Tampa “experts” share their insider information on how to make your stay a memorable one. Only five minutes west of the train station, visitors can exercise their legs and their credit cards among the beautiful waterfront shops of Harbour Island. Surrounded by the channels connecting the Hillsborough River and Hillsborough Bay, Harbour Island is a luxurious residential community...

By Angela Wibking

The Florida Panhandle, that narrow strip of the Sunshine State bordered by Alabama, Georgia, and the Gulf of Mexico, boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the country. The sand here is sugar-white, and the waters shimmer in shades of blue and green, rivaling the Caribbean. The surf is gentle, and there's no abrupt drop-off, so you can wade far out into the warm gulf waters searching for sand dollars. Fragrant pine forests, bays and lakes teeming with fish, and lazy, sand-bottomed rivers fringe the shore.

One of the most beautiful parts of the Panhandle is an area called the Beaches of South Walton. Located in Walton County, the beaches lie along Scenic 30-A, a two-lane road lined with cottages, locally owned eateries, shops, and art galleries. You won't find a chain motel or fast food restaurant anywhere along the road and no water slides, miniature golf courses, or souvenir emporiums either.