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In the News: Disney Cruise Line's Star Wars Day at Sea

In a galaxy far, far away, in the Western Caribbean, actually, Darth Vader, Chewbacca, Boba Fett and stormtroopers party with Disney Cruisers around the pool deck. In early 2016, Disney Cruise Line guests can celebrate the legendary adventures and iconic characters of the Star Wars saga during a brand-new event of galactic proportions: Stars Wars Day at Sea. Marking the first official appearance of the heroes and villains of Star Wars aboard a Disney Cruise Line ship, Star Wars Day at Sea combines the power of the Force and the magic of Disney, for a day of fun more powerful than you could possibly imagine.

Parents eager to share their love of the fandom can enroll kids in the Jedi Training Academy.

Jedis in training, also known as Padawans, can learn from a Jedi Master to use the force and wield a light saber.

To pass the training, they'll have to face off against the Sith Lord, Darth Vader.

A stare of utmost defiance.
A stare of utmost defiance.
Sorry grown-up wannabes, this one's just for kids.

Jedi Masters can, however, drink and dance at Mos Eisley's dive bar, heavy on the "Star Wars" themed cocktails, lighter on the "wretched hive of scum and villainy" vibe.

The party continues on deck with "Star Wars" music, games and fireworks.

Star Wars Day at Sea marks the first official appearance of Rebel forces and the Empire aboard a Disney cruise.

The event will include a deck party, meet-and-greet with characters and "Star Wars" themed activities, including screenings of films and trivia.

Guests can revel in all things "Star Wars" during the daylong event aboard eight special sailings on the Disney Fantasy.

On each sailing, celebrities and insiders from the "Star Wars" galaxy will be on deck for Q&A and autograph sessions.

Until trips to the Death Star are possible, Disney Fantasy will do as a stand-in for the Empire's battle station.

The Star Wars Day at Sea is a one-day extravaganza during your cruise. For the rest of your voyage, you'll enjoy the jam-packed itinerary of excitement and adventure you can only get from a Disney Cruise Line sailing. From Broadway-style shows and innovative dining, to a fun-filled visit to the private island paradise of Castaway Cay!

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Off the Beaten Path: Kentucky

When you think about Kentucky, your mind probably goes to horses, bourbon and caves. After a trip to Mammoth Cave or the Kentucky Horse Park, you may think you’ve done everything Kentucky has to offer. But you’d be wrong.

Kentucky is full of lesser-known attractions that are off the beaten path. “I’m hearing more and more from travelers, ‘We don’t want to go to the things that everybody knows about. We want to go where the locals are,’ ” says Scottie Ellis, communications manager for the Kentucky Department of Tourism & Travel. No matter where you are in the state, you can find a local attraction you may never have heard of before.

Western Kentucky
It may come as a surprise, but Western Kentucky has a fantastic art scene. You may never of heard of Paducah, a Kentucky city on the Ohio River, across from Missouri. But it was recently named a UNESCO Creative City of Crafts and Folk Art, and it’s easy to see why. Its LowerTown Arts District is a 26-block district listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is filled with studios and galleries featuring potters, jewelry makers, painters and printmakers. Paducah’s “Wall to Wall” Murals are life-size paintings on the city’s floodwalls done by renowned artist Robert Dafford. But what Paducah is most known for is its quilts. The city is home to the National Quilt Museum, which features classic and modern quilts in its 27,000-square-foot exhibition space.

Central Kentucky
The Bourbon Trail is a Kentucky staple, but you can take a trip into Louisville if you’re craving more. The city is ready to quench your thirst with its Urban Bourbon Trail. Instead of looking at how it’s made, you get a chance to taste how it’s used. Each stop is stocked with anywhere from 50 to 150 varieties. But even nondrinkers can enjoy this tour, since the bars and restaurants also serve plenty of food made with bourbon.

For those who want to explore Louisville’s Nulu district the way the locals do, try the First Friday Trolley Hop. You can jump on the trolley at any of its stops and visit the restaurants, shops, clubs and galleries along the way for free. The stops include Garage Bar, which features some crashed cars out front and lit-up table tennis in the back; Flame Run Glass Studio & Gallery, the region’s largest glassblowing studio and gallery; and Flea Off Market, a once-a-month outdoor flea market that includes live music and food trucks.

If you want to cool off during the day, take a trip underground to Louisville’s Mega Caverns. A massive limestone quarry created this underground cavern, but now adventurous visitors can take zip line tours or explore a ropes challenge course in the approximately 100 acres of caves. Have a fear of heights? Mega Caverns also offers an educational tram tour.

Eastern Kentucky
Both foodies and outdoor adventurers can rejoice in Eastern Kentucky. For those that like to get their hands dirty, Red River Gorge offers opportunities for climbing, kayaking and hiking. If you want to make a weekend of it, Natural Bridge State Park has the space for camping.

When you need a food break or some climbing advice, visitors can go to Miguel’s Pizza for both.

If you’re a lover of delicious beer cheese, a trip to Winchester for the Beer Cheese Trail is a must. Clark County is considered to be the birthplace of beer cheese, so it celebrates this heritage by serving it in new and fun ways at its many restaurants.

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Culinary Travel: Kentucky

Kentucky, officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is a state located in the east south-central region of the United States. Kentucky is one of four U.S. states constituted as a commonwealth (the others being Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts). Originally a part of Virginia, in 1792 Kentucky became the 15th state to join the Union. Kentucky is the 37th most extensive and the 26th most populous of the 50 United States.

Chocolate-Bourbon Pecan Pie

A rich chocolate bourbon pecan pie is the perfect recipe to end a Derby Day celebration.

Ingredients

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar 
1/4 cup bourbon or water
4 large eggs 
1/4 cup butter or margarine, melted 
2 teaspoons cornmeal
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt 

Directions

Fit piecrust into a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate according to package directions; fold edges under, and crimp.

Sprinkle pecans and chocolate evenly onto bottom of piecrust; set aside.

Combine corn syrup and next 3 ingredients in a large saucepan, and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Remove from heat.

Whisk together eggs and next 4 ingredients. Gradually whisk about one-fourth hot mixture into egg mixture; add to remaining hot mixture, whisking constantly. Pour filling into prepared piecrust.

Bake at 325° for 55 minutes or until set; cool on wire rack.

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Best Skiing Destinations: Alpe d'Huez

Alpe d’Huez is a true paradise for those who love snow and the great outdoors. The village has been developing since 1936 and sits perched on a full south facing plateau at 1860m altitude in the Grandes Rousses mountain range. The ski area called ‘Alpe d’Huez grand domaine Ski’ links up to the resort villages of Auris-en-Oisans, Huez, Ozen-Oisans, Vaujany, Villard-Reculas, La Garde and Le Freney. Its summit, the Pic Blanc is 10,925 feet at its highest point and offers an exceptional panorama stretching over one fifth of French territory.

Alpe d'Huez is one of Europe's premier skiing venues. The site of the Pomagalski's first surface lift in the mid thirties, the resort gained popularity when it hosted the bobsleigh events of the 1968 Winter Olympics. At that time the resort was seen as a competitor to Courchevel as France's most upmarket purpose built resort but the development of Les Trois Vallées, Val d'Isère, Tignes, La Plagne and Les Arcs saw Alpe D'Huez fall from favour in the 1970s and early 1980s.

L'Alpe d'Huez is climbed regularly in the Tour de France. It was first included in the race in 1952 and has been a stage finish regularly since 1976.

The race was brought to the mountain by Élie Wermelinger, the chief commissaire or referee. He drove his Dyna-Panhard car between snow banks that lined the road in March 1952, invited by a consortium of businesses who had opened hotels at the summit. Their leader was Georges Rajon, who ran the Hotel Christina. The ski station there opened in 1936. Wermelinger reported to the organiser, Jacques Goddet, and the Tour signed a contract with the businessmen to include the Alpe.

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Happy Valentine's Day

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Update: Rawhide Travel and Tours Holiday Tree

This month the little tree is all dressed up for Valentines Day. 

Did You know Valentine's Day was first associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished. By the 15th century, it had evolved into an occasion in which lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers.

The earliest surviving valentine is a 15th-century rondeau written by Charles, Duke of Orléans to his wife, which commences:

Je suis desja d'amour tanné
Ma tres doulce Valentinée...

At the time, the duke was being held in the Tower of London following his capture at the Battle of Agincourt, 1415.

The earliest surviving valentines in English appear to be those in the Paston Letters, written in 1477 by Margery Brewes to her future husband John Paston "my right well-beloved Valentine".

 This year we are planning something different for our tree.  We want to create three Honor Trees. One for Mother's Day, Memorial Day and Father's Day. We would like to have everyone send us a picture of the person they would like to honor along with the name of that person. Make sure that the picture you send is a copy because the pictures can not be returned. Send picture to : Rawhide Travel and Tours Inc, 6008 West Bell Rd # F105, Glendale, Arizona 85308-3793.

 Let Rawhide Travel and Tours help you with all your reservation needs. Call us at (602) 843-5100 or visit our website: rawhidetravel.com.

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