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      Brandwashed by Martin Lindstrom 

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      Ruth Mormon
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      Published on 11-03-2011 12:35 PM
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      The subtitle of this book, "Tricks Companies Use to Manipulate our Minds and Persuade Us to Buy", does not begin to describe the vastness of the information and insight about the psychology of marketing and consumerism that is contained in this entertaining audio book. We've all felt the urge to purchase one brand or another without knowing exactly why, thanks to the subtle or not so subtle influence of advertising. ...
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      Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge - East Lake, North Carolina 

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      Anne Sponholtz
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      Published on 11-03-2011 12:16 AM

      Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge
      Photo by Anne Sponholtz
      Taking US Highway 64 east in North Carolina leads road trippers to the popular destinations of Roanoke Island the the Outer Banks. However, if travelers are looking for some adventure along this route prior to those stops, Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge may be the perfect spot. ...
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      General Palmer Hotel - Durango, Colorado 

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      Peter Thody
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      Published on 11-02-2011 04:07 PM

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      Photo by Peter Thody
      A stay at the General Palmer genuinely feels like a step back in time, in the best possible way. The service is ...
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      Baker Park Reserve - Maple Plain, Minnesota 

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      Jaimie Bruzenak
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      Published on 11-02-2011 12:08 AM

      Baker Park Reserve
      Photo by George Bruzenak
      Fun destination west of Minneapolis, or stop on your travels for a recreational break. Try walking, biking, roller blading, fishing, swimming ...
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      Shrine Drive-Through Tree - Myers Flat, California 

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      Dennis Goza
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      Published on 11-01-2011 12:10 AM

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      Photo by Dennis Goza
      Many years ago, promoters of tourism in California's giant redwood forests came up with the idea of carving out an opening in the trunks of certain gigantic trees so that motorists could have the experience of driving through them. ...
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      Field Museum - Chicago, Illinois 

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      Peter Thody
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      Published on 10-31-2011 12:14 AM

      Field Museum
      Photo by Peter Thody
      This world-class museum is a must-see for any visitor to Chicago. It's most famous exhibit is Sue, 'the largest, most complete, and best preserved Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered.' ...
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      Town of Tonopah, Nevada 

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      Published on 10-30-2011 12:29 AM

      Tonopah Mining Park
      Photo by Mark Sedenquist
      Once known as 'Tonopah Springs,' it became a booming mining town after silver was discovered in 1900. Many of the historic buildings still ...
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      Grand Gulf Military Park - Port Gibson, Mississippi 

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      Published on 10-29-2011 12:11 AM

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      Photo by Peter Thody
      Established in the early 19th century as a busy river port town, Grand Gulf was all but destroyed during the second of the two major Civil War battles that took place here. Today it is ...
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      Desert Rain Cafe and Tohono O'odham Community Action - Sells, Arizona 

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      Published on 10-27-2011 12:22 AM

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      Photo by George Bruzenak
      Sample wild-harvested foods traditionally eaten by the Tohono O'odham. The Desert Rain Cafe serves such foods as tepary beans, saguaro fruit, cholla cactus buds, prickly pear fruit cactus fruits, corn and squash. You can purchase beans and other food products plus ...
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      Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas - Las Vegas, Nevada 

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      Peter Thody
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      Published on 10-26-2011 04:13 PM

      Welcome To Fabulous Las Vegas
      Photo by Peter Thody
      Never was a graphic design more emblematic of a city than the much copied "never copyrighted" 25-ft tall Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign. Erected at the south end of the Strip ...
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