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    The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas 2020 Giveaway

    The Unofficial Guide to Las Vegas emphasizes how to have fun and understand the crazy environment that is today’s Vegas. In celebration of the upcoming release of the 2020 edition we are having a GIVEAWAY. One lucky winner will not only receive a copy of the 2020 guide, but also a 1-year online subscription to the Las Vegas Advisor. With

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    A Quick Tour of the Daughters of the American Revolution Museum

    This Beaux Arts building, completed in 1910, is a knockout. The huge columns that grace the front of the Daughters of the American Revolution Museum are solid marble; a special railroad spur was built to transport them to the building site. The DAR Museum emphasizes the role of women throughout American history, mostly before 1840; and the 31 period rooms

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    Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel, the Grande Dame of Disneyland Resort

    Reminiscent of national park lodges, the Grand Californian Hotel is Disney’s flagship resort on the West Coast. In some ways it reminds visitors of the Wilderness Lodge, which is really no surprise, as both resorts were designed by architect Peter Dominick.  If you are interested in what influenced the architecture of the resort, make sure to reserve a spot on

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    On Batuu, Enjoy Exotic Flavors from a Galaxy Far, Far Away

    Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, Disney’s most detailed and immersive land ever created, also shines when it comes to satisfying the culinary expectations of Star Wars fans. Food on Batuu is colorful and well worth exploring. From Tip-yip to Oi-oi Puff—There is Something for Everyone at Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Batuu diners will not be disappointed with the offerings of

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    The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids 2020 is Here!

    Five new kids have joined the team of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids 2020, and we are celebrating with a GIVEAWAY. One lucky winner will receive a signed copy of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids AND a Toy Story Launching Slinky Dog Dash Toy. So read on, and make sure to enter