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Smell the wild roses, fly a kite, scramble on the rocks, and wade into the surf. All this and more makes for a long, perfect summer day along the winding roads and rugged shores of midcoast Maine. A series of peninsulas here juts into the ocean, and every byway offers its own treasures.

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It’s a sure bet you’re going to spend some money if you visit Las Vegas, even if you steer clear of the gambling. But in a city known for its temptations, you can save a dollar here and there and still have a good time.

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Spring is considered the best time to go whitewater rafting, when rivers are high and wild. But all summer long and into fall, you can find exciting Class IV rapids up in Maine at The Forks. Many other rivers around the country are calm and low by August, but not here. That’s because the rivers are dam-controlled.

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Gun-wielding tribesmen. Al Qaeda attacks. Kidnappings of Westerners. Yemen has long conjured up images of wild badlands, fit only for the intrepid traveler. But as its oil dries up, this ancient land on the Arabian Peninsula hopes a makeover will put it on the tourist trail.

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