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San Diego is a wonderful place for a vacation. It is one of my favorite places to visit. It has fantastic weather, lots of interesting places to visit, a rich history, and lots of beach attractions. It is also on the border with Mexico which makes for a great day out. As well as lots of outdoor attractions there is also lots of shopping opportunities along with great bars and restaurants.
Two world famous attractions are the San Diego Zoo and Sea World. The zoo has many attractions with opportunities to see some rare animals. Sea World is ideal for children and includes lots of exciting rides and extravagant aquatic shows. Both these attractions can take a whole day to discover. Another wildlife oriented attraction is the San Diego Wild Animal Park where you can view many exotic animals.
For some of the premier dining in the area visit the Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego. There are many dining options as well as great shopping and other entertainment options. This is a historic area that you can roam around in and well worth a visit.
Balboa Park is one of the main cultural centers in San Diego. There are many museums to visit along with many other cultural and art centers. Balboa Park is also home of the San Diego Zoo. Nearby is the birthplace of California – Old Town.
For beach lovers – well what can you say? There are miles and miles of fabulous beaches. Visit the island of Coronado home to one of the oldest and most famous hotels the Del or Hotel Del Coronado. The beach here is one of the best in the country.
San Diego is known as “America’s Finest City.” And rightly so. There are so many thing to see and do – for people of all age groups. And the perfect weather make it just so much more special.
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Posted November 18th, 2011. 1 comment
The temptation is always strong to put off buying insurance. Few people want to fork over monthly premiums for something that they hope they will never have to use. As far as risk analysis goes, this is a major mistake — especially when they are contemplating traveling to foreign countries without purchasing adequate insurance coverage.
There are actually a number of different types of visitors insurance available. Most will be a combination of health insurance and what people think of as travel insurance. However, it is possible to purchase insurance that only provides medical coverage.
While most people think of themselves as invincible and not susceptible to illness or injury, the fact is that accidents and illnesses are just as likely to happen on vacation as at home and working in a foreign office is just as risky as going to a cubicle in the US. Anyone who gives it half a thought will realize that foreign countries are actually more dangerous. This is because there are different customs, foods, germs, and even traffic laws than most travelers are used to, which puts them at higher risk of catching something or being involved in an accident.
When it comes down to personal safety and security, visitors insurance is an essential part of any overseas trip.
The North and South rims of the Grand Canyon are by far the most visited portions of the Canyon. Even though they provide phenomenal views, there are some, more remote, areas that are even more remarkable. One such area is Havasupai .
Havasupai is located near the South rim of the canyon. To reach it you first have to drive several miles through the forest to reach the trailhead. It is then an 8 mile high to the Village of Supai and another 2 miles to the campground after that.
The village itself is home to nearly 500 residents. It’s people have lived there for almost a thousand years and it is the last location to still receive their mail via pack mule. There is a small motel; however most visitors choose to stay at the campground, which is located right on the water.
One of the most incredible things that you will see on your trip is Havasupai Falls. It is one of several waterfalls in the area; including Navajo Falls, Mooney Falls, and Beaver Falls. Each are several hundred feet tall and sparkle with the most amazing blue green water.
The journey to Havasupai isn’t an easy one, but it is definitely on the best Grand Canyon vacations you can take.
Posted December 2nd, 2010. Add a comment
New York City draws millions of visitors every year for countless reasons. One of the most common, however, is love of live theater. Not only do countless aspiring actors, directors and playwrights flock to the city every year, but an exponentially larger crowd comes to be in the audience.
New York theater usually means Broadway. Staged in theater just off Times Square, the Broadway musical first appeared in the 1880s. Today, both musical and plays are featured on The Great White Way and Broadway productions are just as likely to come from regional theaters or London as to originate in New York.
There’s more to live theater in New York than Broadway. A collection of theaters known as Off-Broadway stages productions considered to be more serious than those that play to Broadway audiences. Another step away is Off-Off-Broadway theater, which tends to be even more intellectual and avant-garde. Occasionally a production will move up the food chain to become a Broadway success story.
New York is also home to countless community and actor’s theaters. From Shakespeare in the Park to productions at local colleges and acting schools, the savvy theatergoers staying in new york city hotels will sniff out these performances to get a feel for the real theater of New York — those who are making art of the sake of their craft, instead of for the bottom line.
Posted October 10th, 2010. Add a comment
Washington DC can be a tough place to walk for visitors, mainly because the distances are greater than they first appear. Even the excellent Metro system leaves gaps, for instance, you can’t ride the subway into Georgetown. However, for visitors who like to stay in shape and get exercise, then try the Bike and Roll , which organizes cycle tours through the city’s neighborhoods. Or, consider an evening river cruise from Capitol River Cruises. The last departure is at 8pm through October; this way, visitors can catch both a sunset and the early darkness when the city’s monuments begin to shine so brilliantly.
No matter why one is visiting the Capital and staying at any of the luxury hotels Washington DC has to offer, they should budget a huge chuck of their time to visit the Smithsonian, which is actually a series of free national museums. One of the current exhibits is, ‘Losing Paradise: Endangered Plants Here and Around the World’. It runs until December 12, 2010 at the National Museum of American History . Or, see the ‘Read My Pins: The Madeleine Albright Collection’, which exhibits the jewelry worn by the former US Secretary of State. It runs until October 17, 2010, at the Smithsonian’s Castle.
If museums aren’t on the itinerary, then check out cutting-edge fashion located at U Street Corridor, where visitors will find boutiques such as Muleh for women’s clothing, furniture and home accessories, or Nana for vintage clothing and denim.
One of the most popular attraction in New England is Boston Common , which holds the distinction of being the oldest public park in the US. The Commons serves as a starting point and connector for various parts of the city, but is also a wonderful place to visit all by itself.
Boston Common and Public Garden was designed in 1634 by Frederick Law Olmsted as part of the Emerald Necklace, a series of parks that encircles the city. The Common is located near Beacon Hill and the Financial District and is a wonderful place to start a historic tour of the city. Travelers staying at Boston hotels will also find it a lovely stop on route to the Back Bay or Downtown Crossing.
The Common houses numerous historic sites and monuments and is across Beacon Street from the Massachusetts State House . It is home to the city’s famed Swan boats, the Parkman Bandstand, and Brewer Fountain. Ice skaters take to Frog Pond in the winter months and the softball fields are busy throughout the spring and summer. Every year Boston Common is home to the Outdoor Opera Series, Boston Pride, and Shakespeare on the Common as well as other festivals, concerts, rallys, and events.
Posted September 30th, 2010. Add a comment
La Jolla is a small seaside community located within San Diego. This year, the Village of La Jolla is holding theirs second La Jolla Art & Wine Festival . The goal of the event is to advance arts and education while celebrating the roots of the Village as an artist colony. Over 150 juried artists will exhibit work at the event which will also feature live entertainment, a gourmet marketplace, Geppetto’s Family Art Center and the Green Dragon Wine and Beer Garden. Last year’s inaugural event was attended by over 20,000 art and wine lovers as well as community supporters.
If you’re planning to be at one of the San Diego luxury hotel s in the area on October 9th and 10th, consider heading over to the Festival. All proceeds from LJAWF are donated to local public schools to improve underfunded programs. The three La Jolla schools, part of the San Diego Unified School District, are seriously underfunded in the areas of science, music, technology, physical education and art as well as lacking on-site medical care (school nurses). All those programs will receive funds from the Festival.
Geppetto’s Family Art Center will showcase art from all the La Jolla schools as well as give visitors hands on crafts activities. This year the Food Court and Wine & Beer Garden will be larger and offer even more food and drink from local vendors. Tickets are available on site, with a special two-day pass available. The event runs from 11am – 6pm both days on Upper Girard Avenue.
Posted September 23rd, 2010. Add a comment
Montreal has become a Canadian mecca for foodies. Recently voted the 2nd best dining city in North America, Montreal beat out perennial favorite New York. Offering everything from fast food and diners to haute cuisine in five star restaurants, the city is known for a wide range of ethnic influences and local specialties. Travelers will want to step outside their luxury hotel in Montreal and explore the culinary paradise that awaits.
Anyone wanting to truly eat like a local will have to try Montreal poutine . This dish features french fries smothered in gravy and topped off with curds of white cheddar cheese. The name is believed to come from a French word which means mess. There are countless variations on the basic recipes. Some versions of poutine add beef, sausage, vegetables or chicken while others substitute tomato sauce for the gravy to create poutine italienne. Ask several residents where to get the best poutine and you’ll get conflicting answers as everyone has their own favorite.
Other local specialties include split pea soup, small, crusty bagels, and giant beef brisket sandwiches. You may also want to try an “all-dressed” pizza which consists of pepperoni, green peppers, and mushrooms or the local favorite of spaghetti with smoked meat.
Posted September 18th, 2010. Add a comment
There is so much to do and see in Seattle, Washington and interestingly it also has some of the most acclaimed regional theatre companies in the nation. There are certain cities throughout the US that are considered to be top theatre towns and New York and Chicago are obvious among them, though other major cities like San Francisco and Seattle are also included. There are numerous others that vie for a spot on the list and companies like the Arizona Theatre Company, which is based in Tucson but also performs at the Herberger in Phoenix, The Old Globe in San Diego and the Guthrie Theatre in Minneapolis are major institutions that gain recognition for their respective cities.
Meanwhile the Seattle Rep and Intiman Theatre are among some of the most respected companies in Seattle. And every great theatre town has its standard award winning iconic institutions as well as more experimental and cutting edge companies that work toward promoting original productions and innovative ways of performing standard works from the theatrical cannon. Some of the other theatres in Seattle area include the New Century Theatre Company and the Seattle Public Theatre among a large and diverse selection of others. It is becoming more common for visitors who are staying in one of the Seattle hotels to be in town specifically for the great theatre.
Zurich is not only one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, it has also been listed as having the best quality of life for its residents and is one of the wealthiest cities in the world. In addition, it has a thriving and dynamic cultural atmosphere and has numerous art galleries, museums and performance venues throughout. The Swiss National Museum and the Kunsthaus are among some of the most prestigious museums in the city and are also distinguished among the rest of the country as well as throughout Europe.
Some of the main performance art establishments are among the most revered in Europe as well as throughout the world. They also constitute some of the most popular entertainment options for some of the guests tourists who visit Zurich. Hotels and resorts are excellent resources for finding some of the top attractions and entertainment options in addition to providing luxury accommodations. And the friendly staff is also great at fabulous dining recommendations.
The Zurich Opera House continues to be one of the premiere opera houses in all of Europe. It has an interesting history and the building dates back to 1834 when it was the first permanent theatre building in the city. It was the primary center of Richard Wagner’s work and remains a prominent company. The Theater am Neumarkt is located in the Old City District and was established by the old guilds. It is one of the oldest theatres in the city. Every year the city hosts the Zurcher Theater Spektakel , which is one of the most important theatre festivals in the world.