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Realize a childhood dream by visiting Disney World or witness the Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports in Louisville.
Take a walk on the wild sideat Everglades National Parkor learn about a Southern-born, worldwide legend at Graceland.
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Walk thepristine grounds of Biltmore Estateor explore the desert expanses of Big Bend National Park.
Watch a Round at the Masters
Theres not a Southern tradition quite like theMasters.
With a little instruction and a short run, youll experience lift off in hardly any time at all.
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Take a meandering drive through the Magnolia State to get acquainted with the birthplace of blues music.
Home to icons like B.B.
Notable stops along the way include theB.B.
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Stargazing at Big Bend is nothing short of breathtaking.
If youre feeling extra thirsty, there are 23 craft distilleries to add to your itinerary.
The 40-foot Fraser fir in the banquet hall is truly a sight to behold.
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Dine at New Orleans Classic Restaurants
New Orleans food scene is renowned around the world.
Surrounded by crystal-clear turquoise water, the sight of the imposing fort is something youll never forget.
Head to Floridas west coast to experience the magical underwater dream you never knew you had.
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Crystal River is the only places in the country where you canswim with manateesin the wild.
If youre willing to brave the chilly water (wetsuits are provided!
), you might just find yourself face-to-face with one of these gentle giants.
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Both cities observe a month-long Carnival season and all but shut down when Fat Tuesday rolls around.
Historic Bathhouse Row inHot Springs National Parkhas been a popular vacation destination since the late 1800s.
See Graceland
They dont call him the King for nothing.
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There may never be a Southerner as known or as loved across the globe as Elvis Presley.
Learn all about the rock and roll icon atGraceland, his famous mansion and estate in Memphis, Tennessee.
Island time isnt a figure of speech here.
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The major downtown thoroughfare is known for its lively nightlife, entertainment venues, and bright neon lights.
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