August/September 2017
Seal the deal: Home to hundreds of species of birds and marine life, the Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Reserve near Monterey,
California, is a popular spot for paddling tours. As they float through the main slough’s channel, visitors can check out harbor seals,
otters, sea lions, crabs, pelicans, herons and more. Turn to page 36 to see details on Monterey and other coastal California destinations.
Features
Compass
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Coastal
California
Whales and trails in Monterey
Beyond Silicon Valley in Santa Clara
SLO ride, and take it easy
San Diego’s super suppliers
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Great Lakes
Cruise into The Henry Ford
Vikings to invade Eagan
Getting on board in Chicago
That ship has sailed
Look back, look forward to southern Indiana
NTA’s fleet of museums—some of them afloat—enlighten visitors
with historical artifacts, behind-the-scenes tours and hands-on
experiences.
Sharpen your senses for Cleveland
Wisconsin cheese, history … and jelly beans
On the move in Green Bay
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Southwest
U.S.
It’s arty time
Night at the opera
Mix it up in El Paso
The sundown lowdown
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Eastern Europe
See Slovakia from tajch to bottom
City Spotlight: Denver Katarina Line celebrates 25 years of sailing
Colorado’s capital city blends a diverse group of cultural attractions
and a thriving culinary scene with natural beauty. Roundabout takes travelers straight to the heart
of Slovenia
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