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Travel Q&A and Tips

What’s the tallest building in Arizona?

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Chase Tower. The tallest building in Phoenix is the 40-story Chase Tower, completed in 1972 with 38 habitable floors rising to 483 feet (147 m). It is also the tallest building in Arizona, as well as the tallest building between San Antonio, Texas and San Diego, California. Why are there no tall buildings in Phoenix? […]

What are winters like in Newport Rhode Island?

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In Newport, the summers are warm and humid; the winters are very cold, snowy, and windy; and it is partly cloudy year round. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 24°F to 79°F and is rarely below 11°F or above 86°F. How much snow does Newport Rhode Island get? Climate Averages […]

Is it safe to walk around Seattle?

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For solo travelers, Seattle is an incredibly safe city that you can feel comfortable exploring on your own. Solo travelers can get around easily via cab, bus, or monorail and women have little reason to worry about walking on their own, as long as the area is well lit. Is it safe to walk around […]

Why is the water brown at Fort Myers Beach?

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At high tide, when water is flowing in from the ocean, it should look more normal. But during low tide, water is sucked back out into the ocean – and the tide is also sucking the Caloosahatchee’s tannin-filled waters and Lake Okeechobee releases out into the Gulf, which is why the water will look cloudy […]

What separates Maryland from Virginia?

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The Potomac River. The Potomac River divides Maryland and Virginia, but Virginia does not own half of the Potomac River. The Maryland-Virginia boundary is next to the Virginia shoreline at the low-water mark in most places; the line separating Maryland from Virginia is not in the middle of the river. What body of water separates […]

Why is Tennessee state tree a tulip tree?

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According to the Tennessee Blue Book; “The tulip poplar was chosen because it grows from one end of the state to the other” and “was extensively used by the pioneers of the state to construct houses, barns, and other necessary farm buildings.” Kentucky and Indiana also recognize the tulip poplar as a state tree. Why […]

What is the main religion in New Orleans?

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Voodoo came to New Orleans in the early 1700s, through slaves brought from Africa’s western “slave coast.” Like so many things New Orleans, Voodoo was then infused with the city’s dominant religion, Catholicism, and became a Voodoo-Catholicism hybrid sometimes referred to as New Orleans Voodoo. What religion is popular in New Orleans? One of the […]

Why does Michigan not have a mascot?

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According to an article on the Bentley Historical Library’s website, “The Athletic Department has steadfastly maintained that such a symbol is unnecessary and undignified and would not properly reflect the spirit and values of Michigan athletics.” But that doesn’t mean that the University has never had a mascot. Has Michigan ever had a mascot? In […]

Why was Kentucky’s role in the War of 1812 so important?

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During the War of 1812, Kentucky supplied numerous troops and supplies to the war effort. Because Kentucky did not have to commit manpower to defending fortifications, most Kentucky troops campaigned actively against the enemy. This led to Kentucky seeing more battle casualties than all other states combined. What did Kentucky do in the War of […]

Is Orlando expensive to visit?

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The simple answer, Orlando is expensive if you want the full ‘Orlando Experience’. Here is a breakdown of costs and typical prices, so you can plan your trip and make the most out of your time and money! Tips:Plan your perfect girls trip to Orlando or get romantic in the parks with your partner. Is […]

Why tourism is bad for Hawaii?

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This is a difficult situation because tourism as a dominant industry stifles economic diversification and weakens existing agricultural and technological development. Tourism in Hawaii makes it too costly and impractical to engage in economic diversification. What are the negative impacts of tourism in Hawaii? “At risk both for its ability to maintain an acceptable quality […]

Is There gold in Upper Peninsula Michigan?

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Both the upper and lower peninsula have produced fine gold throughout the rivers and creeks. One noteworthy area is the Ropes Gold Mine north of Ishpeming in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.In addition to the Ropes Gold Mine, reports of placer deposits occur throughout several creeks and streams in the area. Where can I find gold in […]

What Big river runs through Kansas?

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Missouri River. The state of Kansas has several rivers, and the Missouri River defines its northeastern border and covers a length of about 75 miles.The 10 Longest Rivers in Kansas. Rank 1 River Missouri River Length (miles) 2,340 Length (km) 3,770 What is the large river that runs through Kansas? The Missouri RiverThe Missouri River […]

What is the population of Cape Cod?

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Cape Cod Population Demographics top Y-o-Y Change Total Population 197,243 -0.1% Male Population 94,484 0.0% Female Population 102,759 -0.2% What is the year-round population of Cape Cod? 220,000 personsYear-round, well over 220,000 persons reside on Cape Cod. What percentage of Cape Cod is white? Table Businesses Total employer establishments, 2019 8,679 Total employment, 2019 77,116 […]