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Sodas, chocolates, and hog dogs savored by customers at Parrot Confectionary in Helena, Montana
If you are even visiting or vacationing in Helena, Montana, there is one place that stands out and you should never miss: The Parrot Confectionary on Last Chance Gulch in downtown Helena. This place has a vibe out of the ’50s, complete with a soda fountain, counter stools, booths, a juke box, and an overall…
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Visit, experience, and enjoy guest ranches in Montana
The western experience is what defines Montana. By this token, saddle up at one of Montana’s fantastic guest ranches (once called dude ranches). Horseback riding is a popular activity when visiting guest ranches. But guest ranches offer other activities, too. Fishing, hiking, nature viewing, horseshoes, games, and much more are offered depending on the individual…
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Best Helena, Montana hotel: DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown
Choosing the best hotel is a bit like choosing real estate. Look at the property’s location. The DoubleTree by Hilton Helena Downtown fits the bill. This hotel is located on Last Chance Gulch in the middle of Helena’s premier historic district, with fine restaurants within walking distance. Expedia rates the hotel four stars. Ristorante Bella…
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Courtyard by Marriott opens new Billings hotel
Billings, Montana, has plenty of hotels. Which one to choose is not a simple thing to do for travelers. Hotel reviews may or may not offer reliable guidance. Even room prices on travel sites are not a full-proof way to evaluate a hotel’s quality. Hotels age. Some suffer from lack of updates and maintenance. A…
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Is a lonely stretch of a Montana highway ripe for a night UFO abduction?
Well first, to be clear, there is no record of a person(s) ever having been abducted by a UFO while traveling on a Montana highway. But a few staunch believers in UFOs think it will happen, not a matter of if but when. A story related by Heinrich and Sarah Ertel, while traveling on U.S.…
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Visitors have five entrances to Yellowstone National Park to choose from
There are five entrances to Yellowstone National Park, three from Montana and two from Wyoming. Which one to choose depends, in part, on the part of the country you are coming from. The most scenic route to enter Yellowstone arrives at the northeast corner along U.S. Highway 212 coming from Red Lodge and entering the…
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Sources of information about Glacier National Park
Glacier National Park is far north and at high elevations. Winter weather arrives early in the fall and leaves late in the spring in Glacier National Park. This fact limits Park access. Glacier National Park is open for full access for about 100-110 days. Park officials say the park usually opens for full access on…
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Historic hotels in Montana offer travelers a special experience
Above all, a vacation should be memorable long after the trip is over. Staying at a historic hotel is a good choice. Montana has several historic hotels to choose from, scattered around the state. Here are a few: Amenities and services can vary widely at historic hotels. The good news is that historic hotels have…
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Always keep a safe distance from wildlife
Beware, wild animals are dangerous. People should always keep a safe distance. National Park administration officials say to stay at least 75 feet (25 yards/23meters) away from deer, mountain goats, elk, bighorn sheep, moose, and coyotes. Stay at least 300 feet (100 yards/91.4 meters) away from grizzly bears, black bears, and wolves. Never feed wild…
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