21.   A short drive from downtown, miles of sandy beaches attract families who take advantage of an almost year-round warm climate.

22.   A short drive out of Ottawa is Gatineau Park, with more trails, and some basic cabins for overnight stays.

23.   A short drive outside of town are historic plantations and Folly Beach.

24.   A short drive away is the Hamburger Hall of Fame in Seymour.

25.   A short drive from Crathes Castle is Pitmedden, an elegant formal garden that is open May through September.

26.   A short drive north of Atlanta, The Spa at Chateau Elan offers myriad day packages.

27.   After a short drive to the foot of White Horse, my daughter Kelly and I found ourselves craning our necks up at the precipitous incline of stone.

28.   After a short drive from City Hall, the hearse carrying a coffin draped in the Canadian flag stopped in front of the basilica.

29.   All are within a relatively short drive from the resort communities of Lake Placid, Keene, Keene Valley and Saranac Lake.

30.   Al-Hallack and his family live in an apartment complex here, a short drive from the Valencia Motel.