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Photo Courtesy of AlyandDoug.com<\/p><\/div>\n

Although America’s history isn’t near as seasoned as the history of Mesopotamia, it is something we all long to see. One deterrent from taking the trip to our Nation’s capital is the cost. You probably ask yourself, “How can I afford to pay $120 per night for eight nights?” But, what if I were to tell you that you could visit Washington DC, Baltimore, Lancaster county, and Philadelphia for free with Starwood Preferred Guest points?<\/p>\n

Now that you’re skeptical, let’s take a look at the current offer from the Starwood Preferred Guest\u00ae Credit Card from American Express. \u00a0Currently you get 10,000 Bonus Starpoints by making your first purchase. You are then awarded an additional 15,000 Starpoints when you meet the minimum spending of $5000 within the first six months. By signing up for the card with Worldwanderlusting.com you get a total of 25,000 Starpoints after meeting the spending requirement.<\/p>\n

The map of our journey on this American History Tour<\/h2>\n
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Here is the itinerary<\/p><\/div>\n

Sure you might not be staying right next to the White House, but parking in the big cities is usually expensive, and the hotels are less likely to give you anything for free as you get closer to city center. Stay on the fringes and you generally will get more perks like breakfast, internet, pool, etc.<\/p>\n

Philly<\/strong><\/p>\n

Get your good nights rest at one of two hotels in the Philadelphia area. You can stay close to the airport at the Four Points<\/a>, or you can stay on the Northeast end of town at a different Four Points<\/a>. Either way the nights will only take between 3-4K points per night.<\/p>\n

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Photo Courtesy of Visitphilly.com<\/p><\/div>\n

Whichever one you pick will work just fine as long as you fill yourself with a couple of delicious Philly Cheesesteaks. \u00a0They can be found basically anywhere in town, and especially at the places like Independence Hall. \u00a0I prefer to leave off the fungus, but I know too many people who like to eat them. \u00a0Envelop yourself in the history of this town. \u00a0This was the location where they drafted the Declaration of Independence and they signed in in 1776 on July 4th. \u00a0Just going to the room where they signed the document almost has a holiness about the place. \u00a0The cracked Liberty Bell is also a must see.<\/p>\n

If you’ve got time and plan FAR in advance you can also tour the mint where they coin money for the USA. \u00a0Plan on watching an Eagles football game, a Phillies baseball game, or a 76ers basketball game while you’re there.<\/p>\n

Amish Country-Harrisburg-Hershey<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Me in Lancaster County<\/p><\/div>\n

Very few places on Earth are yet to be touched by technology. \u00a0Remote areas of the Amazon jungle, small islands in the seas, and Lancaster County, Pennsylvania are amongst those yet to be touched. \u00a0Culturally you’ll visit few places where you can see a culture that has been avoided the influence of the changing world. \u00a0Plan to eat dinner at Good ‘N Plenty<\/a>, where you’ll have family style dining like you were at grandma’s. Stop and buy some of their homemade products they sell on the side of the road.<\/p>\n

In a land where the light posts are Hershey’s kisses is a place where my wife wants to be! \u00a0Take a tour of the Hershey’s Factory in a teacup while you sample some of their delectable chocolate. \u00a0Then you’ll find yourself in one of the largest chocolate stores in America where you can get varieties that you never knew existed. \u00a0Load up your bags because your family will expect you to bring gifts.<\/p>\n

Rest comfortably for 3-4k Starpoints per night at the Sheraton Harrisburg Hershey Hotel<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Baltimore<\/strong><\/p>\n

You’ve got three hotels to choose from right close to the BWI Baltimore International Airport. \u00a0All of them take 3-4K Starpoints per night.<\/p>\n