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Macon Memories
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ocated in the geo-graphic bull’s eye of Georgia, Macon has a slow-moving rhythm and cadence all its own. Different than its neighbors, Macon relies on its past for a good portion of its livelihood.
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New Auto Products
R
TM announces the launch of our new Auto Products Section – a place where you can find the newest and smartest auto products out there. Check it out each issue to see what we’ve found! [LOOK]

Best Pet Destinations
Pack your bags (and Fido.) DogFriendly.com has announced the top ten pet-friendly regions in the U.S. where you’ll find accommodations, activities and parks that gladly welcome you and your four-legged friend. [BEST DOG DESTINATIONS]

Spring Car Cleanup
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inter has finally ended. Clean up for Spring by inspecting damage from ice, sleet, snow and cold temp-eratures with these easy car care tips. [SEASONAL CLEAN UP]

Search Engine Deals
Websites like Expedia, Travelocity and Orbitz play host to the consumer’s imagination and are quickly gaining in popularity – but do these sites really deliver the best deal for your dollar? [CLICK]

Booster Blunders
One out of every five kids between the ages of four and eight is riding in a car booster seat (when every child under the age of eight should be strapped into a booster) show national statistics. [CHILD SEAT SAFETY]

Passport Support
Fashionable passport holders are fun, but when it comes to protecting your travel documents, you’ll need to look elsewhere. Check out this clever new idea for storing the important information in cyberspace.
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CYBER SAFETY NET]


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2006 Crossover Buyer's Guide

What exactly is a crossover? Even the people who make them aren't positive. Once they were called wagons, until people didn't buy them anymore. Then they became softer SUVs that didn't bounce and rattle those inside. The fastest growing vehicle segment – they're the new cool kid. [BUYER'S GUIDE]




Seham Hall Hotel & Spa Review

Great charm lies in the remoteness of Northeast England: the ancient hedgerows, crumbling churches of grey stone and storm-lashed shores of the neglected countryside. Seaham Hall and The Serenity Spa seem to have stepped outside time's bustle. [SEAHAM HALL]

2006 Pontiac Solstice Review

Keep that seatbelt cinched because we're working the stubby shifter stick on a two-seat roadster. One hand plying the five-speed manual, right foot tapping the go-pedal and left pumping clutch in racer fashion as the vehicle carves clean, quick lines. [PONTIAC]



Seaside Spirit: A Day in Halifax

Situated on an inlet of the vast Atlantic, Halifax is a maritime dream with small town feel and big city appeal. One trip to this historically-seeped coastal charm will leave you hungry for more. Literally. [COASTAL CHARM]




Dashboard Dining: Your Car's Residual Value

Hitting the drive-thru may save a few minutes, but what you eat could save thousands when it comes to residual values. Sixty percent of all vehicle owners eat in their vehicles; and that could be costly. [USED CAR VALUE]




Temecula Valley Getaway

After savoring tastings of peachy Viognier at Keyways Winery we settled in to a lengthy picnic lunch. Our view was picture-perfect, deep purple and golden grape clusters weighing down the surrounding hillside vines. [TEMECULA]


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Hybrids on the Rise
H
ybrid-electric vehicles are on the rise. Expected to grow 238 percent by 2012, we can expect to see these eco-conscious rides popping up in segments currently void, says J.D. Power and Associates. [CAR]

Scuba Speciality
O
ne of the Caribbean’s top dive resorts Divi Tiara welcomed a special group of divers recently. Five were paralyzed and each was making this trip as part of a dive therapy-disabled diver program. [DIVING DIVERSITY]

Flooded Finds
W
hile the news reports concerning hurricanes, flood damages and the travesty that was put upon the unfortunate victims have slowed down, the dangers and hazards are still present. [BE CAUTIOUS]

Fitness on the Road
D
on’t despair if the frequent business travel or family vacations have put a dent in your exercise program, ROAD & TRAVEL offers fitness tips to help you get back in the groove.
[HEALTHY TRAVEL TIPS]

Lexus' Side Impact
Lexus GS earned a rating of good in an IIHS crash test that measured side impact from an SUV or pickup. Not yet a "Top Safety Pick," GS earned only marginal ratings in rear collision tests.
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Traveling Alone
For most business travelers, "no surprises" best describes your goal for your next trip. While few journeys are without, thoughtful planning can help you avoid or cope with all situations. [SOLO]

Top Tire Tips
While irregular tire wear is a good indication that it might be time to have your tires replaced, did you know that it can also be a warning sign of steering, alignment or suspension problems? [TIRE CARE & WEAR]





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