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5 Reasons to Visit® Pensacola Beach, Florida
5 reasons to visit, pensacola beach, florida, USA Contributing Writer 3/10/20 5 reasons to visit, pensacola beach, florida, USA Contributing Writer 3/10/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Pensacola Beach, Florida

World famous for its sugary white sand beaches and sparkling emerald green waters—Pensacola Beach offers a Florida Gulf Coast experience like no other.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Aiken, South Carolina
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5 Reasons to Visit® Aiken, South Carolina

Aiken, South Carolina is where you can meander historic streets and gaze at oak trees, all while experiencing a thriving downtown and foodie culinary scene.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Fredericksburg, Virginia
5 reasons to visit, fredericksburg, virginia, USA Contributing Writer 3/10/20 5 reasons to visit, fredericksburg, virginia, USA Contributing Writer 3/10/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Fredericksburg, Virginia

Sitting upon the falls of the Rappahannock River, Fredericksburg, Virginia is home to many battlefields and is a vital destination for American history.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Wabash, Indiana
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5 Reasons to Visit® Wabash, Indiana

French explorers named Wabash, Indiana Ouabache after a Potawatomi Indian word for “white,” the shimmering color of the Wabash River.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Waterloo, Ontario
5 reasons to visit, waterloo, ontario, canada Contributing Writer 3/4/20 5 reasons to visit, waterloo, ontario, canada Contributing Writer 3/4/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Waterloo, Ontario

Consistently voted as one of Canada’s smartest cities, Waterloo, Ontario is a dynamic urban centre located in the heart of Canada’s Technology Triangle.

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5 Reasons to Visit® San Francisco, California
5 reasons to visit, san francisco, california, USA Contributing Writer 2/27/20 5 reasons to visit, san francisco, california, USA Contributing Writer 2/27/20

5 Reasons to Visit® San Francisco, California

The Gold Rush. The Summer of Love. Situated on a peninsula with forty hills of varying heights, San Francisco, California is a city unlike any other.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Pensacola, Florida
5 reasons to visit, pensacola, florida, USA Contributing Writer 2/27/20 5 reasons to visit, pensacola, florida, USA Contributing Writer 2/27/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Pensacola, Florida

Situated in Florida’s panhandle, Pensacola, Florida is surrounded by the emerald green Gulf of Mexico and is “America’s First Settlement,” having been established in 1559.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Norwalk, Connecticut
5 reasons to visit, norwalk, connecticut, USA Contributing Writer 2/19/20 5 reasons to visit, norwalk, connecticut, USA Contributing Writer 2/19/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Norwalk, Connecticut

Situated on the northern shore of Long Island Sound—seaside adventures and pristine beaches await you in the historic, coastal city of Norwalk, Connecticut.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Grand Rapids, Michigan
5 reasons to visit, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA Contributing Writer 2/9/20 5 reasons to visit, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA Contributing Writer 2/9/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Grand Rapids, Michigan

On the banks of the Grand River—Grand Rapids, Michigan was recognized worldwide as “America’s Furniture City” at the height of the lumber boom.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Houston, Texas
5 reasons to visit, Houston, texas, USA Contributing Writer 2/5/20 5 reasons to visit, Houston, texas, USA Contributing Writer 2/5/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Houston, Texas

Sprawling out to Galveston Bay on the Gulf of Mexico, Houston, Texas is a cosmopolitan destination. This is where Southern hospitality meets urban chic.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Cincinnati, Ohio
5 reasons to visit, cincinnati, ohio, USA Contributing Writer 1/27/20 5 reasons to visit, cincinnati, ohio, USA Contributing Writer 1/27/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Cincinnati, Ohio

Home to dozens of distinct, unique neighborhoods—from fresh, farm-to-table cuisine to an impressive art scene, there is something for everyone in Cincinnati, Ohio.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Fargo, North Dakota
5 reasons to visit, Fargo, North Dakota, USA Contributing Writer 1/21/20 5 reasons to visit, Fargo, North Dakota, USA Contributing Writer 1/21/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Fargo, North Dakota

From its Red River Valley location to a vibrant, thriving downtown, Fargo, North Dakota has a world-class art and dining scene that will exceed all expectations.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Iowa City, Iowa
5 reasons to visit, iowa city, iowa, USA Contributing Writer 1/4/20 5 reasons to visit, iowa city, iowa, USA Contributing Writer 1/4/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Iowa City, Iowa

Downtown Iowa City, Iowa is full of vibrance and energy. Steeped in rich history, its historic buildings tell the story of the city and trace back to the roots of its beginning.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Fort Wayne, Indiana
5 reasons to visit, Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA Emma Robertson 1/4/20 5 reasons to visit, Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA Emma Robertson 1/4/20

5 Reasons to Visit® Fort Wayne, Indiana

Welcome to Fort Wayne, Indiana, an All-American City and the cultural hub of Northeast Indiana. At the confluence of three rivers, Fort Wayne continues to flourish.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Bellevue, Washington
5 reasons to visit, bellevue, washington, USA Emma Robertson 12/4/19 5 reasons to visit, bellevue, washington, USA Emma Robertson 12/4/19

5 Reasons to Visit® Bellevue, Washington

Bellevue, Washington offers a curated collection of elevated experiences that puts you on the edge of creativity, innovation and style.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Chandler, Arizona
5 reasons to visit, chandler, arizona, USA Emma Robertson 12/1/19 5 reasons to visit, chandler, arizona, USA Emma Robertson 12/1/19

5 Reasons to Visit® Chandler, Arizona

Chandler, Arizona retains a small town atmosphere while constantly evolving into a contemporary, dynamic and vibrant hub of activity.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Irvine, California
5 reasons to visit, irvine, california, USA Emma Robertson 11/22/19 5 reasons to visit, irvine, california, USA Emma Robertson 11/22/19

5 Reasons to Visit® Irvine, California

Nestled between Loma Ridge and the San Joaquin Hills in the heart of the OC—Irvine, California is one of the “100 Best Places to Live in America.”

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5 Reasons to Visit® Chattanooga, Tennessee
5 reasons to visit, chattanooga, tennessee, USA Emma Robertson 11/19/19 5 reasons to visit, chattanooga, tennessee, USA Emma Robertson 11/19/19

5 Reasons to Visit® Chattanooga, Tennessee

Tucked between the mountain ridges of the Appalachian foothills—Chattanooga, Tennessee is one of America's most breathtaking cities.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Spartanburg, South Carolina
5 reasons to visit, spartanburg, south carolina, USA Emma Robertson 11/10/19 5 reasons to visit, spartanburg, south carolina, USA Emma Robertson 11/10/19

5 Reasons to Visit® Spartanburg, South Carolina

Situated in Upstate South Carolina with historical significance dating back to the Revolutionary War and many explore-worth destinations, Spartanburg knows Southern hospitality. With a vibrant downtown, Spartanburg is a beacon for foodies—discover an experience you won’t forget.

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5 Reasons to Visit® Jacksonville, Florida
5 reasons to visit, jacksonville, florida, USA Emma Robertson 11/2/19 5 reasons to visit, jacksonville, florida, USA Emma Robertson 11/2/19

5 Reasons to Visit® Jacksonville, Florida

Discover extraordinary cultural and historical spots in Jacksonville, Florida—named one of “The New Hot Spots Where Americans Are Moving Right Now.”

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We sat down with award-winning, celebrity Chef Curtis Stone, an exuberant personality known for his presence in both kitchens and on TV screens, making numerous appearances on popular shows like Ellen, TODAY, Top Chef Masters, and the Oprah Winfrey Show. In Los Angeles, California, he oversees Woodend at Maroma on the Riviera Maya, Gwen in Hollywood, and Maude in Beverly Hills, California.

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Meet The Chef: Simon Rogan
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We sat down with Michelin-starred Simon Rogan of ION Harbour in Valletta, Malta. Simon is an award-winning British chef and restaurateur known as one of the pioneers of the farm-to-fork movement in the United Kingdom. ION Harbour by Simon Rogan is his first restaurant in the Mediterranean, where seasonality and local produce inspire an ever-changing menu. Simon's other restaurants include 3 Michelin-starred L'Enclume, 1 Michelin-starred Rogan & Co., 3 Michelin-starred Aulis Cartmel, and more.

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We sat down with Chef Nelly Robinson of nel. in Sydney, Australia. Beginning his career in the food industry at the highest echelons, Nelly apprenticed at Michelin-starred restaurant Northcote Manor in the United Kingdom at the age 15, where he was trained by Chef Patron Nigel Haworth and his team including Warrick Dodds (NICO) and Mark Birchill (L’Enclume). Read all about Chef Nelly Robinson.

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