Family Hotels In Virginia Beach | "Google Nose"

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First, Google pranked its users by claiming to shut down YouTube; then, the search giant introduced old-school "Treasure Maps." But its pièce de résistance for this year's April Fools' Day has got to be Google Nose.

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Currently in beta, the new feature incorporates scents into Search. Google describes Nose as its "flagship olfactory knowledge feature enabling users to search for smells." To learn more, watch the semi-serious video, above.

Clicking the "Try Google Nose Beta" button on its landing site produces a random search term such as "diaper." On the right-hand side of the results page, there's a description of the term ("baby powder and poop") from the Google Aromabase, as well as the option to smell and share the scent. When users click on "smell," a pop-up prompts them to "Bring your nose as close as you can to the screen and press Enter." A progress bar then indicates that it is transmitting the scent.

Curious visitors can search for other aromas, ranging from the enticing (brownies smell like "fudgy chocolate deliciousness") to the repellent (a college dorm smells "sweaty, with scents of leftover pizza and burnt popcorn") and quirky (Grandpa's hat smells like "strong coffee and the forest"). Google Nose even emulates scents that users likely can't experience in real life, such as ghosts, which smell like "an eerily gassy smell of antiques and forgotten pasts."

What's more, the feature includes a SafeSearch "when you're wary of your query," and boasts a 15 million scentibyte database of smells from around the world, according to Nose's landing page. Those who want quick access to the database can select the "Nose Beta" tab in Search.

As Lena Carddeal, Google's user-experience designer, so succinctly puts it: "Until now, we couldn't always give user what they're looking for. Because sometimes, they're not looking at all."

Family Hotels in Virginia Beach | "Top 10 Romantic Getaways Near Washington, DC"

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The Washington, DC area is centrally located near a wide range of romantic getaway destinations. You can enjoy a romantic weekend at a luxury resort or a romantic inn and enjoy a wide range of activities from golf to hiking to pampering yourself at a world class spa. Here is a selection of the best romantic getaways within a few hours drive from Washington, DC.

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The Homestead
Hot Springs, Virginia. This luxury resort is located in Virginia's Allegheny Mountains and is ranked among the world's finest Golf and Spa resorts. Activities include hiking, biking, fishing, horseback riding, canoeing and more.

Nemacolin Woodlands Resort
Farmington, Pennsylvania. This French renaissance-style Chateau is located in the Laurel Highlands Mountains of Pennsylvania, just a few hours drive from Washington, DC. Families can be accommodated at townhomes and private homes on the resort property. The resort offers an award-winning spa, championship golf and an Adventure Center that hosts a wide range of activities such as paintball, bike rentals, a rock climbing wall, ropes course and a zip line.

The Inn at Little Washington
Washington, Virginia. This country inn and its restaurant are recognized as one the world’s best. The inn is located in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia, an area known for miles of spectacular views, wineries, antique shops and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation.

The Greenbrier
White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. The Greenbrier is an award-winning resort and a National Historic landmark with more than 50 recreational activities available including three championship golf courses, indoor and outdoor tennis courts, a 40,000-square-foot spa and more.

The Tides Inn
Irvington, Virginia. The inn is nestled on its own peninsula overlooking Carters Creek with a breathtaking view of the Chesapeake Bay. Recreational activities include golf, tennis, croquet, a full service spa and boat cruises aboard the historic yacht, Miss Ann.

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina
Cambridge, Maryland. The name describes it all! This beautiful luxury hotel sits right on the Chesapeake Bay and has its own isolated beach, an 18-hole championship golf course and 150-slip marina.

Lansdowne Resort
Leesburg, Virginia. Located just 40 minutes from Washington, DC in the Virginia Hunt country, this luxury resort offers championship golf and a world class spa and health club.

The Inn at Perry Cabin
St. Michaels, Maryland. The beautifully furnished 78-room manor house resort is in historic St. Michaels with a prime location right on the Chesapeake Bay. Activities nearby include golf, fishing, sailing, horse-drawn carriage rides, historic tours and more.

Williamsburg Inn
Willamsburg, Virginia. The Williamsburg Inn is regarded as one of the world’s best hotels. The inn was remodeled in 2001. Amenities include a top-notch restaurant, an outdoor pool, tennis courts, award-winning golf, and a spa and fitness club.

Wintergreen Resort
Wintergreen, Virginia. This is a four season resort in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains with a variety of accommodations from studios to luxury condominiums. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, skiing, spa, aquatics, fitness center and more.