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| GoSightsee Travel |
| Insider travel tips and recommendations on sightseeing destinations, vacation planning, and discount travel. Share your travel experiences and trip recommendations of places to go, cool sights to see, and fun things to do while you\\\'re on vacation. |
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| 2010 Donut Summit |
| 2010-05-06 13:44:00 |
Hey gang, Finky The Kid here...I just read about this fancy little shindig happening in LA's Griffith Park in June and wanted to pass the word on to other Southland residents and visitors."On June 13th, donut lovers will get a chance to sample what the donut shops of L.A. have to offer at the 2010 LA Donut Summit," announces LA Weekly blogger Naomi Iwamoto. The event comes from the folks over at LA Metro Blogs. Yes, friends, this is exactly what it sounds like: a gathering of donuts and donut aficionadoas from across the Southland. Admission is one dozen donuts from your favorite shop. And then you get to mingle and nosh with other donut fans, trying out the donut fare offered around LA. What's not to like (calories aside)?!Still not convinced? Does this change anything:Come on, you've got all summer to burn off those calories!http://la.metblogs.com/2010/04/26/47-days-until-the-donut-summit/
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| Hugo's Frog Bar and Fish House - Chicago, IL |
| 2009-04-08 14:32:00 |
We were recently in Chicago for a week and had the good fortune to experience a number of great dining experiences. Chicago has all the culinary offerings of an American "big city", but really seems to differentiate itself when it comes to Service. Maybe it's because the SoCal restaurants are much more laid back. Or maybe it's because they aren't surrounded by as much immediate competition as the restaurants in Chicago. I don't know, but in almost every place we ate dinner all week, we had our tables scraped between courses and interacted with a variety of busboys and waitstaff at our table who were all very warm and friendly. And not liek they were goign through the motions because of where we were eating. I can go to any upscale restaurant and expect the service to be prompt and polite, ...
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| Farecast Says: Holiday Airfares Going Up This Year |
| 2008-08-31 12:56:00 |
Airfares for the holidays are up over 30% percent from 2007. Travelers could be spending upwards of $100 more per ticket than last year. So it is important to keep these tips in mind: Be flexible with your travel dates. If you have flexibility you will be rewarded with big savings. Returning on Monday or Tuesday versus Sunday may save you more than $90 per ticket.Watch October for holiday price drops. Most previous late December itineraries saw price drops in the first two weeks of October. Farecast data suggest there are 50% more price drops during the holidays than other times of the year, so alerts are critical to catch elusive deals. If you're traveling from a big market you should wait. Major markets are much more likely to see price drops this Fall, and you should closely monitor for...
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| Hotel Rates Drop Up To 20% From Last Year |
| 2008-08-24 12:40:00 |
Breaking news: Some hotels at key vacation destinations are significantly lowering rates to counterbalance a rise in airfare prices. In many cases, overall trip costs have not increased above 2007 trip costs. A typical eight day trip for two to Miami in September saw airfare prices increase $109 compared to last year, but hotels are $173 less expensive, meaning the total trip cost has dropped $64. -- Farecast press release August 20th, 2008. The trend holds true for many destinations in Hawaii and Florida. This is particularly interesting for Hawaii, which this year has seen some of the steepest fare increases of any destination. Nationally, hotel rates are about even with last year, but rates at leisure destinations such as Hawaii and Florida are down as much as 20 percent.Learn m...
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| INDYFANS and the Quest for Fortune & Glory |
| 2008-05-05 14:32:00 |
On Sunday April 27th, Brandon Kleyla premiered an hour of footage from his new film Indyfans and the Quest for Fortune and Glory as part of the Newport Beach Film Festival at the Lido Theater.I loved what Brandon Kleyla has put together in this film. The movie is a not only a celebration of the cultural icon created by George Lucas and Steven Spielberg, but a fairly in-depth look at the people who helped bring Indiana Jones to life both on and off the big screen. Kleyla, who was too young to see any of the original three Indy films in theaters, fell head over heals for Indy when he first watched the Indiana Jones stunt show at Disney's MGM Studios. Sine then, Kleyla has amassed what is reported to be one of the largest Indiana Jones memorabilia collections in the world. Kleyla's film chron...
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| The New Disney Dream Suite |
| 2008-03-14 15:20:00 |
Tucked inside Walt Disney's former apartment at Disneyland theme park, the new Disney Dream Suite has just debuted. The exclusive overnight accommodations are elegant and are located in New Orleans Square above the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. The Suite also offers a wonderful view of Fantasmic from it's private balcony. Check out the new Disney Dream Suite....
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| Visit the Flower Fields in Carlsbad, California |
| 2008-03-01 09:27:00 |
Experience the vibrant waves of color that covers the hillsides at The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch in Southern California. This wonderful annual display of horticultural beauty opens in March and promises to welcome you into a sea of floral color and aromatic delights. You will get to view the 50-plus acres of breathtaking Giant Tecolote Ranunculus, abundant roses in the All American Rose Garden, the world famous Ecke poinsettias and tour the entire ranch on an exciting tractor ride that is fun for the whole family, young and old. It's truly amazing to see acres and acres of brightly colored flowers.The Flowers Fields is the only commercial ranunculus field in the world that is open to the public. The Flower Fields entertains and educates visitors of all ages from morning to dusk with...
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| Stay at The Flamingo on the Las Vegas Strip |
| 2008-02-18 15:59:00 |
The Flamingo Hotel and Casino is a great place to stay for less on the Las Vegas Strip. Comfortable rooms, an ideal location, and a generous breakfast buffet make this often lower-priced Vegas hotel a good option. Voted to have one of the best pools on The Strip, the Flamingo is ideal for couples and families alike. On the way to the pools, you'll find a wildlife habitat. Adults will enjoy the lap pool and numerous lagoons. Kids will enjoy the 2-3 pool slides that are open during the Summer season. Learn more about The Flamingo...
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| Wankers Corner Saloon & Cafe - Wilsonville, OR |
| 2007-12-12 19:40:00 |
Hi everyone,Finky the Kid here with another dining review.I was on a business trip in Portland, Oregon last month and when I saw the name of this place I knew I had to stop for lunch.Wanker's Corner (pronounced "Wang - kers" - it's an Aussie thing) is a local eatery that boasts its Americana and Australiana proudly inside, covering their walls with more kitschy knick-knacks than a Cracker Barrel. Which is one of the things that makes the atmosphere cool and utterly casual. So casual that they invite you to throw the shells from the basket of peanuts they bring to your table right onto the ground.Their menu is somewhat more extensive than I expected before walking through their door, covering the bar basics like burgers, salads, and steak and fish, as well as wrap sandwiches, tex-Mex, and a...
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| Jazmoz Bourbon Street Cafe |
| 2007-11-14 14:43:00 |
While on business travel in Oklahoma City, my colleagues and I checked out Jazmoz Bourbon Street Cafe. Located near the Marriott (within walking distance), the restaurant has a New Orleans theme and delicious food! We tried fried okra as an appetizer...it was delectable. Then, I enjoyed their Seafood Saute: Lobster, shrimp and crab baked with Duchess potatoes, Swiss and Parmesan cheese and fresh sauteed vegetables. It was amazing. For dessert, we tried the bread pudding (without raisins) and it was scrumptious. The outdoor patio seemed much livelier than the indoor seating while we were there. The staff is friendly and helpful. They even have their own seasoning available for purchase....
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