Washington DC gems you may not know

Visit the US Capitol building on your first visit to Washington DC but go to the Newseum where this photo was taken to see the talk show views and the headlines

It’s easy to experience overload when visiting Washington D.C. unless you have some insider information.

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Bishop Hill is history and antiques with a Swedish flavor

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In Western Illinois, buildings from a mid-19th century Swedish colony are worth a visit in the 21st century.

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Three Titanic places to visit 100 years after sinking

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On the centennial of its sinking, find out about the Titanic where the ship has become part of the culture or where it has gained new life as a walk-through replica that is filled with memorabilia.

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Taste your way through ethnic Chicago

Dine on seafood in chicago where the restaurant feels like it is near the ocean instead of in the heart of Chicago

Picture eating octopus ceviche from a martini glass while deep-sea fish watch from above. You are not near an ocean but in a Chicago neighborhood restaurant.

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Get your winter fix in Lake Geneva

In Lake Geneva Mercury Racing Pegasus by Wisconsin Sculpting team 3 won first place in the 2011 US National Snow Sculpting competition

No matter what the weather there is always snow for a national snow sculpting championship and resort skiing in Lake Geneva

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Huntington gardens or art are reasons to visit Pasadena area

Wander between cacti and succulents paths through a desert garden before winding around to the lily ponds

The botanic gardens, art collections and library of The Huntington just south of Pasadena in San Marino, Cal. are worth a visit year round.

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