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    Mall of America

    An Introduction to Mall of America The opening of Mall of America’s Phase II in autumn 2015 crowned Mall of America (MOA) as the largest mall in the United States.  MOA boasts some pretty impressive fun facts. Over 7,000 weddings have been performed in the mall, there is a 1.2 million-gallon aquarium at the SEALIFE Minnesota Aquarium, and over 170,000

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    Liliane’s Top 10 Disney World Snacks

    Following is a top-10 list of particularly decadent or unusual snacks available at Walt Disney World. I’ve omitted the usual funnel cakes, popcorn, and ice cream available anywhere. Also absent are the truly bizarre snacks, such as the squid treats sold at the Mitsukoshi Department Store in the Japan Pavilion at Epcot’s World Showcase.

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    Craps – A Circus of Sound and Movement

    Of all the games offered in a casino, craps is by far the fastest and, to many, the most exciting. It is a game in which large amounts of money can be won or lost in a short amount of time. The craps table is a circus of sound and movement.

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    Thomas Jefferson Memorial

    A beautiful monument to the third President of the United States: No city in the United States features as many top-tier museums, monuments, and cultural exhibits as Washington, D.C. If you’re a family on vacation, it’s possible to fill a week with world-class art and priceless historical objects without spending a dime on admission.

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    Choosing the boarding time that is just right for you!

    There are many things to consider when picking the right boarding time for your Disney cruise. But first things first: You’ll be able to check in at least 75 days in advance using DCL’s online Planning Center. This offers you a chance to verify information, ensure that you have the right credit card on file, and so on. You’ll also be able