Even in the early years of spring training in Arizona, fans flocked to see big name players, including Ernie Banks, center, who is seen here having a conversation with Chicago Cubs manager Phil Cavaretta, left, and second baseman Gene Baker at the team’s Mesa training camp in 1954 (Photo by Bettmann / Getty Images) PHOENIX…
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Imagine dedicating 10 40-hour work weeks to volunteer public service, then an additional 10 full work weeks to personal development and fitness – all while keeping up a full schedule of school, extra-curricular and social activities. That’s a simplified explanation of what six local high school students did over two years or more to qualify…
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From the dramatic western highlands to the jungle-laden ruins of Tikal, Guatemala has no shortage of incredible things to see, and having access to a vehicle makes it a lot easier to see more of the country at your own pace. With an increasingly improved network of roads, many hostels offering designated places to park…
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The popular Manama Souq is getting a facelift, and traders are eager to support the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority’s initiatives to boost commercial activity and tourism. Outdoor cinema and tours for visitors are among the new possible activities being considered. The BTEA has been working with stakeholders in the market since early this year…
I‘ll never forget the first time I saw a bull hook. In the late ’90s, I visited the Big Apple Circus in New York City. Performers and crew members preparing for the night’s show raced around in an atmosphere that smelled of caramelizing cotton candy, hot peanuts, and animal manure. I was standing near a…
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A 150-acre tract along the Tennessee River, long since abandoned as a park, will be in line for improvements that officials hope will make it a tourist attraction after an agreement was reached between the Lawrence County Commission and the Tennessee Valley Authority. The licensing agreement for Lawrence County Park, between the Tennessee River and…
Drones are everywhere these days, filming dramatic reveals and awe-inspiring scenery for social media platforms. The problem is, they’re not exactly approachable for beginners who have only ever used a smartphone. Last month, Snap debuted the $ 230 Pixy drone exactly for those people. It requires very little skill and acts like a personal robot…
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DOHA, Qatar, May 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – With just six months to go until the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 ™, Qatar Tourism has revealed how easy it is to explore the country by metro, bicycle or on foot. With more than one million international fans expected to visit during the tournament, public transport…
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Korcula Island offers a unique combination of spectacular nature, ancient cultural traditions, as well as, modern tourism. The Island is packed with stunning bays and beaches, olive groves and vineyards that have lived for many years, unique dining spots and vacation homes, a beautiful old town, and old villas. Most visitors travel to Korcula for…
Perth in Australia may be known as “the most isolated city in the world”, but this shouldn’t hold you back from exploring the hidden gems that the City of Lights has to offer. It is the largest city in Western Australia and is known as a haven for outdoor and nature lovers. Perth is family-oriented…
