Changing of the guard

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The Presidio, in San Francisco, CA, was originally the northernmost point in the Spanish empire before it became the most celebrated military base in the US Army. Today it is making the transition from army base to national park, as it is now officially part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.

California, National parks and reserves, National parks, San Francisco, California, Parks, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, California. Presidio District

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Passage through infinity: the Alaska Highway pierced the wilderness but never tamed it

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The Alaska Highway was opened in 1942 and changed the isolation that characterized Alaskan wilderness. For the most part, it is still one two-lanes and lacks technological proficiency. It makes accessible, however, regions which show Alaska's bond with the environment.

Environmental aspects, Alaska, Alaska Highway

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Feeling flush: in off-season Monte Carlo, you can play rich and save money at the same time

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Monte Carlo, Monaco is known for its casinos and expensive resorts for the 'leisure class.' Vacations in winter, however, are less expensive and, in some, ways, more appealing because the casinos are less crowded.

Casinos, Monte Carlo, Monaco

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