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Virginia is steeped in history and tradition. It's the birthplace of the United States, and has played a lead role in nearly every major American drama, from the Revolutionary War to the Civil Rights movement.
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Maine's Marvelous Coastline: 10 Days in Acadia, Bath, Bethel, and Camden
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- 1Unwinding Scandinavian-style with saunas and cold plunges at a beloved Nordic spa
- 2Visiting a local oyster farm to taste fresh shellfish straight from the source
- 3Sailing Penobscot Bay as the sun sets on Camden Harbor
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