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Why state borderlines are fuzzy at best

Wed, Sep 26, 2012 9:15 AM by Natalie Wolchover, Life's Little Mysteries

State lines were marked with monuments, but many of those monuments have disappeared over time, leading to disputes over territory and resources.

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7 top American scuba diving destinations

Wed, Sep 19, 2012 5:55 PM by Josh Lew

Want to experience some world-class diving without having to dig out your passport? These destinations are your best options.

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Who went to the beach in the summer of 2012?

How I spent my summer vacation (according to Google)

Fri, Sep 14, 2012 11:42 AM by Leslie Meredith

Camping and national parks dominated Google searches across the globe this summer.

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7 amazing islands for eco-tourists

Thu, Sep 13, 2012 6:08 PM by Josh Lew

For travelers who want to get completely off the beaten path and experience nature up close and unfiltered, these islands should be at the top of the list.

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India's Supreme Court bans tiger tourism in the name of conservation

Sun, Sep 09, 2012 11:49 PM by Josh Lew

In an effort to protect breeding zones, preserves once open to eco-tourism have been shut down. Critics say it's a misguided effort likely to backfire.

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A beach at sunset with pastel skies at Tao Inspired Living on the Riviera Maya, Mexico.

Pitch it all and move to Mexico? Jonathan Ellerby did - here's how

Thu, Aug 30, 2012 9:30 AM by Starre Vartan

A wellness retreat, Tao Inspired Living, was the result of a life-change for one husband and father.

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How to become a local in a tourist town

Thu, Aug 23, 2012 11:17 AM by Networx.com

If you're ready to move to your favorite vacation spot for good, it's a good idea to ingratiate yourself to the people who have been there a lot longer than you.

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How to make a last-minute summer vacation happen

Wed, Aug 22, 2012 2:04 PM by Starre Vartan

It's not too late! You can still get out of town this summer.

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New branch of treetop hotel market puts more tourists out on a limb

Wed, Aug 22, 2012 11:02 AM

Video: Arnaud de La Chesnais runs La Cabane en l'Air, which has built nearly 250 simple treehouses across France. Imitations are mushrooming around Europe, allowing whole families to go out on a limb on a budget, for as little as $100 per night.

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7 unforgettable volcano destinations

Mon, Aug 20, 2012 6:14 PM by Josh Lew

Volcanoes are often found in remote corners of the Earth, so hopping a flight for a few days of lava-viewing usually isn't possible. Luckily, there are some obvious headliners and a few under-the-radar volcanoes that are accessible and spectacular.