{"id":25442,"date":"2018-07-18T17:59:36","date_gmt":"2018-07-18T17:59:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/?p=25442"},"modified":"2021-10-28T17:12:01","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T17:12:01","slug":"10-scents-that-evoke-travel-memories-according-to-real-travelers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/10-scents-that-evoke-travel-memories-according-to-real-travelers\/","title":{"rendered":"10 scents that evoke travel memories [according to real travelers]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[travelsensations-widget-author photourl=&#8221;https:\/\/viewfinder.expedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Kohleun-Adamson.jpg&#8221; websiteurl=&#8221;https:\/\/viewfinder.expedia.com\/author\/kohleunadamson\/&#8221; name=&#8221;Kohleun Adamson&#8221;]Kohleun is a fan of high tea in Scottish villages and low tide on Coronado Beach, and she can\u2019t get enough of rolling vineyard vistas. These days it\u2019s no easy feat to pull her away from the California coast, but she can be wooed with Moroccan cous cous and ancient palace ruins. As a writer, Kohleun has a passion for sharing the intricate details of a journey well traveled, whether it involves crossing continents or exploring close to home.[\/travelsensations-widget-author]<\/p>\n<p>Studies have found a strong link between aromas and our memories. This has us wondering, which scents conjure our favorite travel memories? To kick off our Travel Sensations series, we surveyed 1,000 U.S. travelers and asked them to describe the best scents that evoke experiences in their favorite vacation destinations. Here they are, beginning with the most popular scents.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1. Pineapple<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44723\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-pineapple-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The top places to experience the scent of pineapple in America. \" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Eat it fresh, mix it in a luscious cocktail, and inhale deeply \u2014 pineapple is refreshing any way you slice it.<\/p>\n<div id=\"Kahului\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Kahului-Hotels.d2646.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Kahului, Hawaii<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Nothing reminds us of the islands quite like tangy pineapples. Take a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/things-to-do\/guided-pineapple-tour.a383050.activity-details?\">Guided Pineapple Tour<\/a> at Maui Pineapple Tours, located 10 miles east of Kahului.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"Sebastian\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Sebastian-Hotels.d156235.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Sebastian, Florida<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> As one of the last commercial pineapple farms in the continental U.S., Nature Farms, Inc. gives beachfront Sebastian its tropical aroma.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2>2. Pine Trees<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44724\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-pine-tree-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The top places to experience the scent of pine trees in America\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Numerous types of pine grow throughout the country, and each one lends its own spice to every space.<\/p>\n<div id=\"SantaCruz\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Santa-Cruz-Hotels.d6666.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Santa Cruz, California<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Stand in the shade of Monterey and Coulter pines and take a whiff as you look out over the Pacific Ocean.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"Helena\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Helena-Hotels.d1481.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Helena, Montana<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Helena\u2019s famous fresh air is delightfully fragranced, thanks to ponderosa pine and Engelmann spruce, among other flora!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3. Sunscreen<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44725\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-sunscreen-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The top places to experience the scent of sunscreen in America. \" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Where there\u2019s water \u2014 at the beach, lake, or frozen on the slopes \u2014 people are slathering on the SPF to protect their skin from the sun\u2019s rays.<\/p>\n<div id=\"KeyLargo\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Key-Largo-Hotels.d8369.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Key Largo, Florida<\/strong><\/a><strong>: <\/strong>Welcome to the Diving Capital of the World! Wear this familiar scent during a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/things-to-do\/florida-keys-tropical-fish-coral-reef-snorkeling-tour.a445925.activity-details?\">Florida Keys Snorkeling Tour<\/a>, or head to kid-friendly Key Largo Marina.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"Chanhassen\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Chanhassen-Hotels.d6506.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Chanhassen, Minnesota<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> On a still day, Lake Minnewashta is like a mirror, so wear your favorite coconut-scented SPF whether you\u2019re enjoying a boat ride in summer or ice skating after a deep freeze.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>4. Fresh rain<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44726\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-fresh-rain-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The top places to experience the scent of rain in America\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Who doesn\u2019t love the scent of rain? Fill your lungs with fragrant mists from coast to coast.<\/p>\n<div id=\"Wells\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Wells-Hotels.d56045.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Wells, Maine<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Wells receives about 49 inches of rain annually, which is well above the 39-inch national average. Wait out the next downpour at Billy\u2019s Chowder House.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"Olympia\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Olympia-Hotels.d6054472.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Olympia, Washington<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> It doesn&#8217;t rain here every day, but 50 inches each year is enough to give the capital of the Evergreen State this signature scent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. Carnival food<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44727\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-carnival-food-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The top places to experience the scent of carnival food in America\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s deep-fried, topped with mustard, or wrapped in wax paper, the scent of carnival food transports us to summer getaways.<\/p>\n<div id=\"OceanCity\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Ocean-City-Hotels.d9052.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Ocean City, New Jersey<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Travelers recall the sweet smell of saltwater taffy and fudge from Shriver\u2019s Salt Water Taffy on Ocean City\u2019s historical boardwalk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"SantaMonica\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Santa-Monica-Hotels.d3220.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Santa Monica, California<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Santa Monica smells like lighthearted days at the fair. Celebrate Carnival at the Pier at Pacific Park, and get lost in the thick aroma of funnel cake and kettle corn.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>6. Vanilla<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44728\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-vanilla-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The top places to experience the scent of vanilla in America\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The warm vanilla scent is beloved for its calming qualities, but few cities can boast this special essence.<\/p>\n<div id=\"Menomonie\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Menomonie-Hotels.d8806.Travel-Guide-Hotels\"><strong>Menomonie, Wisconsin<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Home of the Swiss Miss factory, Menomonie smells like vanilla, milk chocolate, and caramel. The town itself is lush and perfect for sipping a soothing hot cocoa after outdoor adventures.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"LasVegas\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Las-Vegas-Hotels.d178276.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Las Vegas, Nevada<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Many Las Vegas casinos feature vanilla in their air fresheners, especially the MGM Grand, which has a renowned Polynesian scent profile with vanilla wood notes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>7. Bonfires<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44729\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-bonfires-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The top places to experience the scent of bonfires in America\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Bonfires and campfires remind us of time with friends, family, and Mother Earth. You can enjoy them safely here:<\/p>\n<div id=\"MustangIsland\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/South-Padre-Island-Hotels.d6046797.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Mustang Island, Texas<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Now\u2019s the time to imbibe the sea spray and smoldering scents of Mustang Island. The state park was demolished by Hurricane Harvey and reopened March 1, 2018.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"Huddleston\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Huddleston-Hotels.d6034272.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Huddleston, Virginia<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Get cozy around the campfire under a starry sky while camping near stunning Smith Mountain Lake, and wake up with the scent of smoke in your hair.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>8.Vineyards<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44730\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-vineyards-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The best places to experience the scent of wine in America\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Vineyards smell of mineral-rich soil, chlorophyll in the leaves, and the sweet scent of grapes on the vine.<\/p>\n<div id=\"Geneva\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Geneva-Hotels.d7974.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Geneva, New York<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Your sense of smell plays a crucial role in tasting the delicate notes of the region\u2019s riesling, whether it\u2019s sweet and juicy or crisp and dry. Try a flight at the award-winning Bellangelo North.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"Dayton\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Dayton-Hotels.d6129452.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Dayton, Oregon<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Dayton is drenched in the exquisite combination of rain and vines. Visit family-owned businesses Domaine Drouhin and Stoller Family Estate to see expert winemaking in action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>9. Orange blossoms<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-orange-blossoms-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The top places to experience the scent of pine in America\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>No matter which coast you\u2019re close to, the fragrance of orange blossoms brings us back to our favorite spring destinations.<\/p>\n<div id=\"Davie\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Davie-Hotels.d7553.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Davie, Florida<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Visit Spyke\u2019s Grove as the market glows with good vibes and citrus essence fills the town.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"Phoenix\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Phoenix-Hotels.d178298.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Phoenix, Arizona<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> On the cusp of spring, the valley smells of orange blossoms. If you miss the blooming season, head to Huss Brewing Company&#8217;s Uptown Taproom for a pint of Orange Blossom Ale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>10. Music<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-44732\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/travel-sensations-scents-of-vacation-music-collage-1.jpg\" alt=\"The top places to experience the scent of music in America\" width=\"1000\" height=\"1420\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Yes, music has a smell \u2014 dusty record sleeves, wooden instruments, money in a busker\u2019s guitar case \u2014 and it brings back experiences like a song that\u2019s stuck in your head.<\/p>\n<div id=\"Nashville\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Nashville-Hotels.d178291.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Nashville, Tennessee<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Music City smells like guitars. Each guitar maker constructs their instruments from specific woods. Stop into Carter Vintage Guitars and smell for yourself.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"Omaha\"><\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin-top: -20px;\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/Omaha-Hotels.d2670.Travel-Guide-Hotels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Omaha, Nebraska<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Omaha\u2019s aspiring music community respects their roots with stellar record shops like Homer\u2019s Music &amp; Gifts. Mmn, smells like town spirit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more Travel Sensations, stay tuned to our <a href=\"https:\/\/viewfinder.expedia.com\/travel-sensations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">homepage<\/a>, and share your favorite travel experiences and articles with the <strong>#CometoYourSenses<\/strong> hashtag!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>[one_half]<br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Image credits:<\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Wine:<\/span><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Top left:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz_photos\/bellangelo-north-geneva-2?select=_V8QeqXJCnWXeDuluomCDg\">Adriane C.\/Yelp<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Top right:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz_photos\/stoller-family-estate-dayton-2?select=q1PAeKfV8kU0H5k_WHGjTQ\">Stoller Family Estate\/Yelp<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/hillside-vineyards-along-beautiful-seneca-lake-1030511695?src=9PkMiL9ScwJ_IHdHJ8WJEw-1-2\">Bruce Goerlitz Photo\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Vanilla:<\/span><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Top:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/59003943@N00\/7100075189\/\">Aaron Carlson\/Flickr<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom left:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/bottle-homemade-vanilla-essence-on-wooden-381684418?src=IVHYPFsA9wZilGBCtaWj3w-1-0\">Geshas\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom right:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/las-vegas-nevada-usa-april-16-380482438?src=9yYz1wXcwKKuv8iwIMjTtg-1-67\">OLOS\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Sunscreen:<\/span><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Top:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/key-largo-pier-marina-ocean-view-690949843?src=zGeCihPGq3sYgBVL2iSNtQ-6-17\">Inspired By Maps\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom left:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/lily-pads-reeds-on-calm-reflected-134185442?src=w_qex48bzergP25t1Nae5w-1-42\">Photo Image\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom right:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/woman-helping-put-on-sunscreen-1112411597?src=X9DiWRrCW1zryS-cTr8A1g-1-2\">Rawpixel.com\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Pineapples:<\/span><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Top left:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/sunrise-sebastian-florida-120628057?src=sBGSGwXo891R1VQbWRGRRw-1-2\">Jesse Kunerth\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Top right:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/row-pineapples-growing-plantation-maui-hawaii-580483060\">Chandanaroy\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/view-country-on-maui-hawaii-looking-792193507?src=ZT-2Mrig76lkQWU0-P-ZLA-1-15\">Tim Roberts Photography\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Pine Trees:<\/span><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Top:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/standing-natural-bridge-bridges-national-park-189345314?src=5d3FuS7v-X8DkI2HoYQaww-1-93\">AHPix\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom left:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/pine-tree-on-pacific-coast-california-49319893?src=YPuo0s64ZIYZxXxEabV2bw-1-1\">Jim Feliciano\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom right:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/tall-stately-ponderosa-pine-trees-showing-31936969?src=zwj3AXy7uR1M3GnrliQviQ-1-16\">photogal\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p>[\/one_half]<\/p>\n<p>[one_half_last]<br \/>\n<em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Orange Blossoms:<\/span><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Top:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz_photos\/spykes-grove-and-tropical-nursery-davie?select=SnpWz4k1iyehkUHVNrJADQ\">Rachel B.\/Yelp<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom left:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/closeup-orange-tree-fruit-blossoms-spring-1070099417?src=MadeDCzxgzJMio8huw4ikQ-1-3\">Jon Kraft\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom right:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz_photos\/huss-brewing-co-uptown-taproom-phoenix?select=4n3iHLtQjWksDEb92oJGfw\">Tiffany B.\/Yelp<\/a><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Music:<\/span><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Top:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/22711505@N05\/6036174004\">Ron Cogswell\/Flickr<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom left:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.yelp.com\/biz_photos\/carter-vintage-guitars-nashville?select=sXkCYFSwuwFX17HIzNeb6g\">Sarah S.\/Flickr<\/a><\/span><\/em><br \/>\n<em><span style=\"font-size: 12px;\">Bottom right:<a 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