From Friday, October 10th through Monday, October 13th, shoppers in Virginia can take advantage of the new Sales Tax Holiday for certain Energy Star and WaterSense qualified products. This four-day energy savings Sales Tax Holiday offers tax free shopping for approved energy-efficient appliances purchased for noncommercial home or personal use and priced at $2,500 or less per item...read more

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Enjoy Halloween fun for all ages in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Take a spooky ride with Engineer Casey Bones and his ghostly crew on the popular Ghost Train and enjoy seasonal mischief-making at the haunted house and several other fun attractions. Some attractions are more suitable for adults and older children, although there are plenty of shows and activities, such as face painting and trick-or-treating, for younger family members as well.

Ticket sales are limited for each evening and advance tickets are required. For more about Tweetsie's Halloween fun, as well as other spooky celebrations throughout the Southeast, visit Halloween Fun in the Southeast.

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One of America's most congested cities, Atlanta can be challenging to navigate, even for the most seasoned visitor or resident. Still very much a driving city, there are some other good ways to get around Atlanta, especially for visitors who are staying in one of the many downtown hotels. Whether tackling Atlanta by car or choosing another way to get around, here are some tips to help you with your trip planning and your visit.

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The About.com Travel Guides have gathered more than 25 amazing animal attractions in a great Blog Carnival hosted by Susan, our Guide to Honeymoons and Romantic Travel. This virtual parade of animals features photos and travel information about some of the most interesting animal attractions in the world, including the Southeast's legendary coastal wild horses. Explore animals from the jungle, the sky, the sea other habitats by visiting our Animal Attractions Blog Carnival.

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