Animal encounters include animal sanctuaries, national parks, state parks, zoos, aquariums, and other attractions and experiences involving animals.
A short walk down Connecticut Avenue from the Woodley Park Metro Station, you may know the National Zoo as one of the few places in the country to see giant pandas. But do you know these fascinating National Zoo facts about one of the nation’s oldest zoos? Have You Visited the National Zoo in DC? …
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Beyond the National Mall, there are six additional Smithsonian museums to explore in Washington, DC. See additional works of art, historical aircraft, giant pandas, and more by adding these experiences to your itinerary. While the majority of Smithsonian museums are clustered in a giant rectangle around the National Mall, there are six additional Smithsonian experiences …
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With bald eagles soaring above, black bears lumbering through the meadows, and herds of wild bison stopping traffic, Yellowstone National Park is an animal lover’s paradise. These are the best places to see Yellowstone animals when you visit America’s first national park. From mammals to birds and fish to amphibians, there are hundreds of animal …
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At 28,000 acres, Antelope Island in Utah is the largest of ten islands in the Great Salt Lake near Salt Lake City. And, as an island, it’s one of the best places to see the Great Salt Lake in Utah. Here are ten fun things to do when you visit Antelope Island State Park. The …
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National Parks are not petting zoos. Follow these tips when you visit Yellowstone National Park to enjoy your experience without making the evening news. Since its creation more than 100 years ago, America’s first national park is often in the news. Unfortunately, the stories aren’t always about the hundreds of animal species that roam the naturally wild …
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On the edge of America’s first national park, the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center is a not-for-profit wildlife park. The educational facility is dedicated to giving visitors the opportunity to observe the magnificent wild animals at the facility and learn how to co-exist with them in a shrinking world. Here are five reasons you should …
Located primarily in Wyoming, but spilling into the states of Montana and Idaho, Yellowstone National Park is America’s first national park. Learn more about the park’s abundant wildlife, unique hydrothermal features, and geological gems in this Everyday Postcard from the globe-trotting Czech couple, Adriana and Matěj. With seven continents, nearly 200 countries, and more than …
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Whether it’s the fluid movements of a jellyfish or the antics of an ape, observing wildlife can reduce stress. Tune into these live animal cams for a bit of zen. Maybe it’s because I’m a Pisces, but the sound of waves lapping at the beach is the most soothing sound in the world. And I …
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Home to some of the top ski resorts in the country, many travelers visit Jackson Hole to hit the slopes. But this Teton Mountain destination just south of Yellowstone National Park has more to offer than perfectly groomed runs and fresh powder. Here are six wonderful things to do in Jackson Hole in winter (besides …
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If you’re one of the 20 million people visiting Washington DC this year, this guide will help you find the best places to stay in Washington DC based on your itinerary. Once you’ve identified what you plan to do and see in the Capital City, use it to select the perfect Washington DC neighborhood for …
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From the north, where the aptly named Tennessee River winds its way horizontally across the map creating a border between Alabama and Tennessee, to where the Cotton State meets the Gulf of Mexico, there are eight Alabama bird trails. Combined they offer a glimpse at more than 430 species of birds at 280 stops along …
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