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Spielberg’s ‘Jaws’ @ 50 – Martha’s Vineyard Celebrates

Dunnn-dun. Dunnn-dun. Dun-dun dun-dun dun-dun dun-dun…….. The 1975 cinematic smash hit ‘Jaws’ amazingly is 50 this year. The beautiful New England island of Martha’s Vineyard that doubled as Amity Island, is celebrating the anniversary with a year-long calendar of events. With plenty of memorabilia on show around the island. Islanders have gone all out to embrace the ‘Jaws’ theme for 2025 including cranberry sweet treats … Continue reading Spielberg’s ‘Jaws’ @ 50 – Martha’s Vineyard Celebrates

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Florida – Homosassa Springs Mourns the Loss of Lu the Hippo

For visitors to Homosassa Springs on the West coast of Florida there was really sad news yesterday 09 June 2025 that the popular resident and obviously not a Manatee passed away. Lu the Hippo was 65 and recorded as the oldest surviving Hippo in North and South America.  Originally he was an animal actor and was living out his years in the very attractive Ellie … Continue reading Florida – Homosassa Springs Mourns the Loss of Lu the Hippo

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News, Top Facts & Lists, USA

Bald Eagle is the Official Bird of the USA

Always the symbol of strength, power and unity of America, the Bald Eagle has been the recognisable symbol of America for centuries. The Bald Eagle has graced the Great Seal of the United States since 1782 but has never been officially ‘codified’ as the National Bird of America until Christmas Eve 2024 when out going President Joe Biden signed the Federal Bill that confirms it’s … Continue reading Bald Eagle is the Official Bird of the USA

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ESTA, News, Planning in Progress, Top Facts & Lists, USA

ESTA Application- Download the App

Important: DO NOT USE AN AGENT or VISA COMPANY TO APPLY FOR YOUR ESTA. DO IT YOURSELF. THE COST IS $40 DO NOT PAY ANYMORE OR YOU ARE BEING SCAMMED. TAKE CARE TO MAKE SURE YOU ARE ON THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE. There are 40 countries that travellers are allowed to travel on the Visa Waiver programme to America by means of having an ESTA (Electronic … Continue reading ESTA Application- Download the App

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Bucket List, News, USA

Theme Park News – Universal Epic Universe

Exciting things are happening in Central Florida and Orlando with the construction of Universal’s Epic Universe due to open in 2025. This is going to be a completely separate Theme Park located about three miles from the rest of the Universal Studios Florida Resort. There will be shuttles provided between the parks but there won’t be any access from the main parking garage that currently … Continue reading Theme Park News – Universal Epic Universe

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Disney World - Florida, News, USA

The Magic Kingdom – Country Bear Jamboree Re-opens

Having been in darkness for the previous 6 months a corner of the Magic Kingdom’s Frontierland is due to re-open on 17 July 2024. The popular Country Bear Jamboree has had a make over and is now called the Country Bear Musical Jamboree.  The well loved bear characters are singing interpretations of well known Disney songs including ‘A Whole New World’ from Aladdin and ‘The … Continue reading The Magic Kingdom – Country Bear Jamboree Re-opens

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Flights, News, USA

Luxury flights for you and your dog to & from America

Paws a Moment and Consider This! Fly with your Pooch. Are you already missing your best friend even before you have planned your next trip? Do you hate the thought of leaving your pooch in kennels or with a sitter? Well you might be swayed by this. There is a new airline called Bark Air that will fly you and your four paws across the … Continue reading Luxury flights for you and your dog to & from America

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