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Quiet beaches on Florida’s Sanibel Island
SANIBEL, Fla. (AP) - Visit the beaches on this Gulf Coast barrier island and you're likely to see people doing the Sanibel Stoop. That's the term for the bent-at-the-waist posture used to collect seashells on Sanibel Island, which bills itself as one of the best shelling locations in the world.
Miami: 5 free things to do while you are here
MIAMI (AP) - With its sizzling beaches and steamy nightlife, it's no wonder Miami is a top vacation spot for snowbirds, spring breakers, international tourists and passengers heading out on cruises from Florida ports. Over 13 million people visited the city in 2011, according to the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Florida celebrates its Spanish heritage in 2013
MIAMI (AP) - When Juan Ponce de Leon searched for riches in Florida, he unknowingly helped turn the Sunshine State into the first travel destination in the United States.
Florida is a vacation paradise for your dogs
FORT DE SOTO PARK, Fla. (AP) - Picture this: You're sitting on a white sand beach, warm sun on your skin. Coconut-scented sunscreen wafts through the air. A splashing noise comes from the blue Gulf of Mexico. It's your dog, happily retrieving his favorite ball from the water.
2013 Altima: More wallop, better mileage
TRACY – The buzz on the new Altima at Tracy Nissan ranges from the zero-gravity seats to an engine that packs more of a wallop with improved fuel efficiency.
Free guided hikes Jan. 1 in parks in all 50 states
NEW YORK (AP) - For more than 20 years, state park officials in Massachusetts have encouraged locals to get off the couch Jan. 1 and take a hike - nothing too strenuous, but a healthy way to start the new year.
5 free things to do in the Denver area
DENVER (AP) - Free festivals, movies, music, hiking and biking abound in Denver in the summer, but those passing through the Mile High City on the way to the mountains for Colorado's famed powder skiing can also find plenty of free things to do. Here's a sampling:
Fusion reaction: Good looks, charm & efficiency
The 2013 Ford Fusion will be its own fusion - a form of automotive alchemy turning steel into sales gold.
California DMV reminds motorists of new 2013 laws
SACRAMENTO – With 2013 around the corner, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) reminds motorists of several new laws that will ring in the New Year.
Customer service, price builds loyal clientele
STOCKTON – Not too long ago, the sales crew at Stockton of Mazda had three large pizzas delivered compliments of a happy customer.
Proposal for black boxes in cars raises privacy concerns
WASHINGTON (AP) - Many motorists don't know it, but it's likely that every time they get behind the wheel, there's a snitch along for the ride.
Bike, large truck deaths soar, bucking trend
WASHINGTON (AP) - Deaths of bicyclists and occupants of large trucks rose sharply last year even as total traffic fatalities dropped to their lowest level since 1949, federal safety officials said Monday.
2013 Acura RDX: Crossover refined, professional
The redesigned 2013 Acura RDX has undergone a svelte rethinking and re-engineering.
USS Midway offers unique tour experience
For a city that home ports one-third of the U.S. Navy fleet, it is only fitting that San Diego has a Naval Museum to rival similar attractions on the East Coast.
Kia Optima offers power to surprise
The Kia Optima is turning heads. Redesigned for 2013, this sporty four-door sedan now has sleek features, nicely sculpted elements, and distinct LED tail lights. The SX model displayed underneath the Kia Motors' "The Power to Surprise" tent is powered by a 2.0 liter turbo gas direct injection 4-cylinder engine with six-speed "Sportmatic" transmission and 18-inch tires with the sport designed alloy wheels. That's just for starters. To get an ...
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Great Wall shows new streamlined SUV
SHANGHAI (AP) - China's most successful SUV producer, Great Wall Motor Co., is coming out with a model that offers the room of a luxury SUV at a mid-range price.
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