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100% Georgian Wine
From
the red clay hills of Georgia, rich with just the right minerals
for growing grapes, have sprung forth a variety of vineyards that
produce everything from crisp golden chardonnay to intense ruby
merlot to quirky berry blends. [VINO]
What's New at OnStar
With the introduction of turn-by-turn navi-gation, a CIO Award and a great wrap up report for 2005, OnStar's furture is looking brighter than ever. [ONSTAR NEWS]
B&BS Gone Green
It's
back to basics with everything from cleaning with vinegar to line-drying
sheets for these B&Bs, offering an ideal respite for travelers with
sensitivities and allergies. For a list of some of the best read
on. [STAY
HEALTHY]
Whiplash Woes
For the first time, IIHS has tested and rated SUVs using a dummy that can measure forces on the neck during a rear-end collision. The results? Only 6 out of 44 current model SUVs rated “good.” [IIHS]
Maintenance
Manual
In domino fashion, failing to plan for maintenance can turn small problems into larger ones, putting a serious dent in your automotive budget. Use these tips to avoid untimely budget blunders. [BUDGET]
Westin Bans Butts
For
years, hotel chains across America have given allergy-challenged
travelers something to cough about. Not anymore. This past January,
Westin went 100% smoke-free, including all public areas.
[SMOKE
FREE]
America Buckles Up
More
Americans than ever are wearing seat belts with last year’s
usage rates rising in 34 states. It is estimated that buckling up
prevents 15,700 fatal-ities
every year.
[GO]
Fun Family Reunions
Successful
family reunions are easy if you know the tricks. Here are some suggestions
on how to plan this year's gathering and ensure that most will be
happy.
[FAMILY]
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These
are the “cute utes.” No matter what we call
them, they serve us well, and they're simply fun to drive.
They’re the smaller, less pricey versions of big,
bolder sport utility vehicles, often car-based junior models.
Here we list our favorites. [CUTE
UTE BUYER'S GUIDE] |
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Whether
your blood runs green or you simply enjoy kicking back with
a pint of dyed Irish ale once a year, Saint Patrick's Day
is a time of celebration for all, and celebrate we do, with
festivities all across the U.S.
[ST.
PATRICK'S DAY]
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Consider
the Sonata for '06 completely new in size, style and mechanical
components. With body styling now in the mainstream of
designs, a high content in comfort features and extensive
safety equipment, Sonata makes a persuasive case for inclusion
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Some
time has passed since I left Rome...but Rome has never left
me. Let even the slightest act, sight or sound recur and
the past is instantly reborn. Constantly provoked by random
thoughts, I retreat into a slideshow of the European city's
vivid images.
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We
are driving on a sinuous and scenic unpaved road that follows
the rim of Lake Roosevelt in the mountains near Phoenix.
The road offers tenuous grip at best and I am playing with
the Tahoe's light but precise steering as we follow the
twists and turns.
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The
story of the original mission in Sonoma as a holiday
destination has its roots in Native American history
and culture. It was on this site that a natural underground
hot spring was discovered and local tribes deemed it
a place of sacred healing. [INN
AND SPA]
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Family On Wheels
Consumer Reports announces their picks for the best family friendly vehicles of 2006 – all anonymously bought and tested with over 50 evaluations for performance, safety, comfort, convenience, fuel economy and more. [FAMILY CAR REPORT]
Vancouver's Coast
It's an hour before high tide. We walk waist deep into the surf and I feel the first seepage of cool water into my suit, knowing it will warm me soon. Waves farther out seem to break as tall as the trees on shore. We turn our backs to the white caps, grasping our boogie boards. [CANADA]
Shattering Facts
Aside
from its obvious benefits like protection from wind and road debris
the windshield is a critical part of your vehicle's structural safety
system. Read on to find out the best ways to protect your wind-shield,
so that it can protect you. [WINDSHIELD
SAFETY]
Gnawing Numbers
There are more pets than people in the U.S. In fact, Americans own more pets than ever before. And you know what that means – more doggy day trips and cat-carrying travelers. Read on and crunch these numbers. [PET TRAVEL]
Teen Traffic Terrors
The majority of people killed in teen driver crashes are people other than the teen driver themselves, according to a recent analysis of ten years of crash data by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety. [GO]
Taking a Load Off
Standing knee deep in a Roman river that had been a sidewalk just five minutes earlier, I made an observation. I realized that umbrellas made in Southern California are actually just a fashion statement… [PACK LIGHT]
Tips to Save Cash
With gas prices reaching the highest point in recent history, Bridgestone shares some simple tips to maximize the mileage you receive on each gallon of gas. Often overlooked, tire pressure is often to blame. [MONEY SAVING]
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