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Bird Banding At Fort Morgan

March 9th 2010 16:37



Every spring and fall thousands of exotic migratory birds stop off at Fort Morgan island in Alabama. The small barrier island is the first or last landing spot for thousands of miles and allows the birds to rest their wings and stock up on beer and smokes.


Last year our group banded over 1,000 birds from 87 different species . For the last few years, I've wanted to see one bird in particular, the elusive Ruby Throated Hummingbird. Last year our group banded 28 of these small wonders, all before or after I arrived.

The trip also lets me see a nature in its proper setting, with sea turtles instead of tourists on its white sandy beach and not a building in site other than bird houses of course.

I'll post photos from my trip, hopefully including the camera shy hummingbird.

List of birds banded in the fall of 2009
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Weekly Top Travel Deals

March 4th 2010 06:25
Travel Zoo has just released their weekly top 20 travel deals.
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Travel Deal: 5 Nights/ 5 Star/ $529!

March 2nd 2010 21:44
This deal will probably sell out quick so if you are interested be sure to act fast. Trip must be booked by 03/05/10




ATLANTA--MARCH 2, 2010-- The price of a five-night RivieraMaya all-inclusive spring vacation from Atlanta today was slashed to $529.

This saves $200 per person off self-package pricing. This deal from CheapCaribbean.com includes:

- Roundtrip airfare from Atlanta to Cancun
- Five nights at the Barcelo Maya Caribe & Beach Resort
- All meals, drinks (including alcohol), resort taxes & tips
- Daily and nightly entertainment and activities
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Allegiant Air Adds Knoxville to Myrtle Beach Flights

February 26th 2010 02:30
Low cost airline Allegiant air is adding two flights from Knoxville to Myrtle Beach. The flights should be starting right around spring break time in April.


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Breaking Travel News: 99 Hour Caribbean Deal

February 25th 2010 18:52
BookIt.com just launched a 99-hour, $99 sale on all-inclusive resorts throughout Mexico,the Caribbean and Costa Rica.

The deal ends at midnight on March 1st


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Last Minute Travel Deal: Atlanta to Hawaii

February 22nd 2010 19:00

Fly.com is offering a great deal right now on a round trip flight from Atlanta to Hawaii. Check here for details
There are also some great deals up to 65% off hotel rates. Check here for more info at travelzoo.com
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The Titanic Comes To Tennessee

February 19th 2010 19:38
The world's largest permanent collection of Titanic memorabilia is coming to Pigeon Forge, TN. A special ceremony is being held April 8th with Regis Philbin in attendance to christen the ship. The museum, which is actually a replica of the famous ship, will include 20 rooms that will hold over 400 items from the ship. I plan on attending and getting some great photos from the preview event.

Information from the website


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Last Minute Valentine Deals

February 12th 2010 04:24
So guys are you planning on grabbing a card, some discount roses, and a box of chocolate on your way home from work tomorrow?

Trust me I don't know a lot about love and relationships but if you want your wife or girlfriend to be talking about this Valentine's Day for years to come take advantage of one of these last minute deals to warm vacations. It will bring back spontaneity to your relationship and create memories that will last far longer than a box of chocolate and some dead flowers


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Hilton Honors and Marriott Rewards Hotel Categories

February 7th 2010 21:36
If you are like me and travel a lot you can pick up mega travel points quickly. For a great chart on how many points a stay will cost you at Hilton, Marriott, and Sheraton bands check out the below link.

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The Loveless Cafe

January 29th 2010 06:56
If a place was included in the book 1,000 Places To See Before You Die would that be enough to convince you to visit. How about if food celebrities Martha Stewart, Paula Deen, and Bobby Flay all sing its praises? Would a chance to sit where legendary rocker Robert Plant ate convince you?

The list of famous people to visit Nashville's Loveless Cafe is staggering and makes you wonder why so many would go out of their way to visit this tiny restaurant


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