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Spotlight: Spring Wildflowers

Spectacular Roan Mountain Rhododendrons - Photo:  Courtesy of the Tennessee Tourism Department

The mountains of the Southeast U.S. produce some of the most vibrant and diverse spring wildflower displays in the world. Find out when and where to see them, plus information about several top wildflower events.

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'The Lost Colony' Outdoor Drama Celebrates 75th Anniversary Season in 2012

Sunday May 20, 2012
Opening for its 75th Anniversary production season on June 1, 2012, The Lost Colony tells the story of the first English colonists who arrived on the shores of Roanoke Island in 1587. Through drama, dance and song, this uniquely American dramatic form weaves the historical events into a fictional spectacle that portrays the dreams, struggles and courage of those 117 ill-fated, men, women and children.

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Assateague Island National Seashore

Saturday May 19, 2012
Extending 37 miles along the coast of Virginia into Maryland, Assateague Island National Seashore is a haven for beach and nature lovers. In addition to being home to the famous Assateague wild horses, the island is located within both the northern and southern routes of the Atlantic Migratory Flyway, attracting hundreds of bird species.

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Potomac River Sightseeing Cruises

Friday May 18, 2012
Old Town Alexandria, Virginia, located along the Potomac River about halfway between Washington, D.C. and George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate, is a delightful and convenient point of departure for a number of river sightseeing cruises. Enjoy a river tour or dining cruise on the mighty Potomac by day or by night, complete with amazing views of the national monuments or picturesque harbor scenes.

Families with young children may opt for a fun pirate cruise, while dog lovers (and this is one of my favorites) may choose to enjoy a seasonal canine cruise. Celebration cruises provide an array of memorable settings for many holidays and other special events.

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Related Articles(Pictured Above) Doggies line up for the popular seasonal Potomac Riverboat Company Canine Cruise; Photo: Courtesy of Alexandria Convention and Visitors Association

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Kings Dominion Pays Tribute to the Armed Forces Memorial Day Weekend

Wednesday May 16, 2012
Kings Dominion theme park pays tribute to the armed forces during Memorial Day weekend 2012. On Saturday and Sunday of the long holiday weekend, active duty and retired military personnel will be offered free admission with a valid military ID or discharge papers. Military bands will perform on Sunday, a special fireworks show will light up the sky on Saturday and Sunday nights and tickets may be purchased online in advance for an all-you-can-eat barbeque lunch.

Memorial Day weekend is a great time to kick off the summer season with a visit to Kings Dominion. While there, you can test your coaster courage on the 5,100-foot long steel Intimidator 305. Only the second Giga-coaster built in North America, Intimidator 305 is the tallest and fastest roller coaster of its type on the East Coast.

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