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Monthly Archives: August 2009
Lion Country Safari near West Palm Beach, Florida
I can’t decide what caused us more trouble, putting the Columbus Zoo ahead of San Diego in our Top 10 Zoos in America feature, or putting the Lion Country Safari all the way up at #3.
Whichever way, we meant it then, and we still love the place today. I think it’s finally time we take [...]
Como Town Amusement Park in St. Paul, Minnesota
I figured we should head back up to the twin cities at least one more time before the freeze comes and it starts to look like a scene from Fargo. Last time we virtual-visited St. Paul, Minnesota it was the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory that inspired us. Today, we’re headed to the zoo’s next [...]
Fleet Week San Diego 2009 – Events and Hotels
The honorable Fleet Week celebration has already sailed through the Big Apple, and now it’s set course to the West Coast and home of the original Fleet Week in 1935, San Diego.
Fleet Week San Diego 2009 is here, and we sure hope you get out there, have some fun and show your support for our [...]
Imagine Charleston in New Pat Conroy Novel “South of Broad”
Beloved South Carolina novelist Pat Conroy returns after 14 long years with his fifth novel, South of Broad, a sprawling narrative of family and friends and a stirring love letter to Charleston.
Top Aquariums – New York Aquarium at Coney Island, New York
It’s not time for our list of the top 10 aquariums in America just yet, but that doesn’t mean we can’t start picking our favorites. The New York Aquarium at historic Coney Island is a decided contender. Awesome attractions, spirited staff, charming surroundings and a volume of history to boot – how can we not [...]
Best Theme Parks in America – Universal Studios Hollywood
Friend of mine got back from vacationing in L.A. awhile ago*, him and his wife, and ever since he's been getting on to me about not featuring his favorite on the blog. So, finally, at long last, the wait is over, the show can begin. Ladies and gentlemen: Universal Studios Hollywood.
Bricktown Canal in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Oklahoma City may not be known as a world-class tourist destination, but that’s no reason to not enjoy yourself next time you head to the O.K.C. In fact, with the development of the charming Bricktown district in downtown, Oklahoma City is more exciting today than ever before.
If you don’t know the area very well, O.K.C.’s [...]
2009 Chicago Marathon – Make Your Reservations Soon!
Registration for the 2009 Chicago Marathon is sold out, and area hotels aren’t far behind. This post is a little early for us, but with rooms going every day, we want to make sure you participants and spectators can find a good hotel deal for the Chicago Marathon.
This year the 45,000-participant run takes place on [...]
NY400 Week in New York City – New York City Events
September 8-13, 2009 is NY400 Week in New York City. Make your reservations now for one of our biggest city's biggest celebrations. Traditional festivals, amazing artwork and music, one-of-a-kind shows, nautical and military displays, parades, educational workshops, historical exhibits, competitions, recreations, appearances by royalty. This is one fun-filled week.
Feast of St. Anthony at Boston’s North End – August 28-30, 2009