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On unspoiled Andros Island in the Bahamas, one little resort has been tranquilly cruising far ahead of the wave of environmentally friendly theory and practice and has created a model for the future of low-impact Caribbean tourism – all without a single guest having to bathe in a bucket.

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In the weeks leading up to our first trip to Provence, we pored over guidebooks, reacquainting ourselves with images immortalized by Cezanne and popularized by the films “Jean de Florette” and “Manon Of The Spring.”

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Beer usually conjures images of fraternity keggers, tailgate parties and Homer Simpson loafing at Moe’s Tavern. But U.S. beer drinkers are becoming more sophisticated in their suds consumption, matching beer with food and experimenting with different varieties than those endlessly promoted on football Sunday TV commercials.

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The days are getting longer; the wildflowers are blooming; and the snow is melting out of the high country. In other words, it’s prime time for the country’s National Park System. If you’re planning a visit this summer, be prepared for new fees, new facilities and a few ongoing problems.

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