Have you made plans to visit the first six destinations I've listed for the favorite travel and vacation spots of 2009? Here are more places to add to your list! Nepal If you're up for a different kind of adventure, I suggest planning a trip to Nepal in Asia. The Republic of Nepal is a small country surrounded by both China and India. Full of mountains and plains, yaks and Sherpas, Nepal is the best place for some serious walking and trekking. Trekking in Nepal is not about conquering wild expeditions, but, rather, it is the only and most natural way...

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8 peaks, a?z snow That is Sunday River's motto. Sunday River celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2009, and they are doing so much this season to make sure that everyone is celebrating this joyous accomplishment. Because I have been taking a few trips up to the mountains, I have noticed that this year they always are offering some sort of a deal or a fun activity up there. Maybe I just am noticing this more this year than in past years, but I have seen nothing but deal after deal come through. Of course, not all of the deals are...

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Where did you go for a vacation in 2009? Would you recommend it? I've got a few recommendations in mind, too. Andalucia, Spain (Wine Region) If you love wine, be sure to include Andalucia, Spain, in your itinerary. No one knows for sure how wine-making started in this region, but one thing's for sure, there's around 40,000 hectares of vineyards in Andalucia. Over half of the produced wine is concentrated in four areas: Jerez, Malaga and Sierra de Malaga, Montilla Moriles and Condado de Huelva. Jerez is popular for producing sherry. Sweet dessert wines are the specialty in the Montilla and...

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Atlanta is not only Georgia′s largest city, it's also the most metropolitan town in the whole southeast (outside of Florida). Here, you′ll find a wealth of culture, arts, recreation, and more. But, as any real southern belle would know, Atlanta is the place to shop! From designer boutiques to hip districts to suburban malls- this city has it all. Ready to visit? Here are the best shopping districts you won′t want to miss. Underground Atlanta is located inA the heart of downtown and offers plenty of unique choices in shopping, dining and entertainment. Here, you′ll find few chain shops...

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In a week, the Seaport World Trade Center will be filled with a select crowd of guests. . .many bottles of wine.A If you are a regular reader, you know that members of WMG attended the Wine Expo in '08.A It was a wonderful time, one that we would encourage any wine enthusiast to experience. This year's expo appears to be just as spectacular.A With seminars that will be hosted by noted wine industry professionals, such as Tim Mondavi, Leonardo LeCascio,A and Marilisa Allegrini, there will be much information to be learned and insight gained. A...

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