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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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| Unique Visitors: 29 |
| Total Unique Visitors: 242881 |
| Visitors Out: 3171 |
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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 repo...
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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...
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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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| Where to eat in San Diego - City Deli |
| 2007-10-29 14:41:00 |
There are a ton of great eating establishments in the city of San Diego, but the City Delicatessen in Downtown's Hillcrest neighborhood is a fantastic place for an informal breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Or have a late-night bite on Friday and Saturday when they're open til 2am. I stumbled upon the City Deli when looking for lunch a few weeks back after a site inspection. It had been nearly 8 hours since I ate breakfast and I was famished. Everything on the menu sounded good. And so did all the baked desserts I passed on my way into the joint. What's a boy to do?The expansive menu left me waffling between several different choices, but I eventually settled on the grilled eggplant sandwich, which was deli-sized BIG and compl...
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| Haunted Mansion Holiday at Disneyland |
| 2007-10-14 13:48:00 |
Disneyland is celebrating the Fall season and Halloween in a big way. The Haunted Mansion has been converted into "Haunted Mansion Holiday" incorporating the characters from The Nightmare Before Christmas. Everything's been redone including the music, the story, and much more. There are Halloween decorations up around the Park. These fun and festive additions are seasonal, but not scary. The decorations include giant pumpkins shaped liked Disney characters and lots of fall leaves and merchandise throughout the Park. They are perfect for children and Disney lovers. Also check out Woody's Round-Up near Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. It's decked with fall decorations around a special show featuring Woody, the cowboy toy from Toy Story. Kids can participate ...
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| New posts soon - I promise! |
| 2007-09-26 15:55:00 |
Finky the Kid here...Just wanted to let you know that Sightseer and I have been travelling alot lately and thus the lag in recent posts. However, we should have some new trip reports in the next few weeks covering things in Oakland, San Jose, San Diego, Las Vegas, and possibly Oklahoma.Stay tuned and thanks for reading!...
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| The Deutsche Bank Championship in Boston |
| 2007-09-17 18:26:00 |
This was the first year that golf has instituted a playoffs system. Over Labor Day weekend, Boston was home to the 2nd event, The Deutsche Bank Championship in the PGA TOUR Playoffs. All of the high-profile players were in town and competed including Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Ernie Els, and Adam Scott.There were a week's worth of events going on for families and children in the New England area in addition to the competition. Check out dbchampionship.com to learn more....
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| Where to eat in Redding, CA |
| 2007-09-12 17:54:00 |
Finky the Kid here...Let's say you find yourself up in northern California and your stomach is growling something fierce - where do you go to grab a bite? How about the Black Bear Diner.Now, I learned two things during my 23.5 hours in Redding:1. If it's summer and it's only 99 degrees at 2pm, it's considered "not so hot" (out-of-towners like me don't realize that the temps soar here during the "summer", but it's no desert.)2. The Black Bear Diner will easily satisfy the appetite of even the largest mammal.The menu is full of "comfort food" favorites: for breakfast there's omelettes & scambles, pancakes and waffles, steak and eggs, and 3 kinds of eggs benedict. For lunch and dinner the selections range from burgers (including Gardenburgers), hot sandwiches, meatloaf, pot roast, to salads, ...
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| Universal Studios Hollywood |
| 2007-08-12 23:02:00 |
We went to Universal Studios Hollywood last weekend. The last time that we had been there was eight years ago, before we moved to Southern California. Here's what's going on at Universal Studios this summer: E.T. was replaced by The Mummy ("scary" rollercoaster that goes forward and backwards in the dark) a few seasons ago. The ride still seemed popular with nearly hour-long waits throughout the day. Speaking of the recently departed, Beetlejuice no longer has his "graveyard revue" show, but can still be seen roaming the Park for photo ops. I believe that the former Beetlejuice show venue has been transformed into Fear Factor Live.The Wild West Stunt Show is closed. It doesn't look like they're working on its replac...
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| Quick visit to the Quad Cities |
| 2007-08-07 18:01:00 |
Hola travelers! Finky the Kid made his first ever trip to the Quad Cities the other week. "The QUAD CITIES??" you say. The Quad Cities is quartet of towns surrounding the Mississippi River between Iowa and Illinois, comprised of Davenport and Bettendorf in Iowa and Moline and Rock Island in Illinois.A walking bridge over River Street What's in the Quad Cities? Well, being rural Iowa and Illinois- lots of corn and trees. But there's also lots of down-to-earth folks. The pace is decidely much slower than suburbs odf major metropolitan areas because the closest real "city" is a 2-3 hour drive away. Chicago is 2 hours east and Des Moines is about 3 hours west. Madison, WI is also about 2 hours away.There's also riverboat gambling. And some great historic house...
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| Cowabunga! The Orange County Fair is Here! |
| 2007-07-27 08:01:00 |
The 2007 OC Fair celebrates herefords, surfers, and sand. Every year, the Fair includes thrill rides, cool (and creative!) foods, adorable animals, and lots of fun. One of my favorites was the petting zoo in which you can get up close to real deer, a wallaby, a baby camel, ducks, pigs, goats, llamas, and more. Also, check out the oxen, Bill, Freckles, and Patches. You can hold a baby chick, pet a newborn calf, watch piglets play, and much, much more. Be sure you bring your appetite...the OC Fair has something for everyone. Each year, we stop by Terry's Berries to indulge in a basket of delicious organic berries. You can order a side of dipping chocolate to enjoy with your fruit. We also liked the fish and chips and fried zucchini. You'll also find a wide assortment of funnel cakes, ice cr...
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| Salt Lake City - It's Hot, Hot, Hot! |
| 2007-07-26 22:32:00 |
I just returned from a quick trip to Salt Lake City, Utah the other day. It was my first visit to Utah and I was surprised by the heat. It was over 100 degrees while I was in town and it felt like an oven. Despite the heat, Salt Lake City is a pretty place with beautiful mountains and cute little restaurants lining the streets. One of the best parts was how clean and safe the streets were, even in the city areas. I visited the Gateway Mall which was built for the Olympics several years ago. The outdoor mall has many of the same stores you'd find anywhere else along with a few more local shops. Kids will enjoy the interactive fountain in which water shoots up from multiple holes to the tune...
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| Local Harry Potter Celebrations |
| 2007-07-20 09:52:00 |
Saturday morning at 12:01 a.m. is the big day when the latest (and last) Harry Potter book will be on bookshelves everywhere. Many bookstores, libraries, craft stores, clubs, schools, and local organizations are hosting Harry Potter-related parties and festivities today leading up to the big book release tonight. Check your local newspaper to find out what's happening in your area....
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| Visit the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood |
| 2007-07-16 16:20:00 |
We went to the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood to see the new Disney-Pixar movie, Ratatoiulle on Saturday night. Owned by Disney, the theatre is beautifully decorated and the customer service was excellent. Everyone we encountered was extremely positive and helpful. Before the movie was shown, an award-winning performer played classic Disney tunes on the Wurlitzer. There was a live stage show featuring singing and dancing with several major Disney characters including Mary Poppins, Winnie the Pooh, Mickey Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Ratatouille, and Emil (from the new film). Visit the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood for a taste of the old-fashioned, family-friendly theater experience....
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| Indiana Jones IV filming in Hawaii |
| 2007-07-12 11:42:00 |
Aloha, folks!Bit of movie news for you Hawaii travelers. Indiana Jones IV began on-location shooting this week on Hawaii's Big Island.The Honolulu Advertiser reports Spielberg, Lucas, and their gang are shooting scenes in two nearby locations on the Hamauka Coast north of Hilo.A snippet of behind the scenes video, possibly from the Hawaii shooting, went live on IndianaJones.com Wednesday evening.The faithful Honolulu Advertiser has been steadily following the shoot since it was announced when filming began on the yet-untitled Indy sequel on June 18. Production will be there for about the next 3 weeks....
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| Our Favorite Travel Destination: Kauai |
| 2007-07-11 12:25:00 |
Our favorite place to vacation is Kauai, Hawaii. It's such a beautiful and tranquil place. You'll find delicious foods, friendly locals, relaxing beaches, adventure hikes, and beauty everywhere you look. Kauai is a very special place to us. Where is your favorite travel destination?...
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| Aye Caramba, It's JetBlue's Simpsons Sweepstakes |
| 2007-07-10 11:27:00 |
JetBlue just announced "The Simpsons Sweepstakes" in which you can win some very cool prizes. Top prize is a trip for two to Los Angeles, California for the premiere of "The Simpsons Movie." Other prizes include a 32-inch LCD TV, Simpsons DVD sets, and a limited-edition Simpsons Xbox Console. No purchase is necessary to win. Enter now....
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| Top Summer Travel Destinations |
| 2007-07-10 10:56:00 |
We are in the midst of summer travel season. Have you planned your next vacation yet? Here are the top travel destinations according to Hotels.com. Click the destination to learn more about where to stay, what to do, and what you can save on each one. 1. New York City, New York2. London, England3. Las Vegas, Nevada4. Paris, France5. Barcelona, Spain6. San Francisco, California7. Berlin, Germany8. Toronto, Canada9. Rome, Italy10. Chicago, Illinois...
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| Travelers: Learn Spanish Fast! |
| 2007-07-09 16:42:00 |
Planning a vacation or business trip to a Spanish-speaking destination? Whether you're traveling to Mexico, Spain, Argentina, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Venezuela, Peru, or another Spanish-speaking locale, the new book, "Ahora Hablo! Travel Edition" will teach you authentic Spanish in seven easy steps. Written by a Spanish teacher with over 20 years experience, Ahora Hablo! teaches only what you need to know in order to communicate well in Spanish. The light-weight book is compact and designed for the native English-speaking traveler. This is a great gift idea for kids and adults.Learn how to order food in restaurants, ask for and understand directions, how to tell time, and more. In addition to learning the language and an authentic Spanish accent, you'll...
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| Stay and Play at Coney Island in NYC |
| 2007-07-07 13:46:00 |
Coney Island is a New York City neighborhood that features an amusement area that includes 35 or more separate rides and attractions. Although it's often thought of as an amusement park, it's not a centrally managed theme park like Disneyland or Six Flags. Coney Island rides and attractions are generally open on weekends from Easter until Memorial Day, all week long from Memorial Day until Labor Day, and then weekends from Labor Day until the end of September. The beach and boardwalk are open all year round (although lifeguards are only on duty from Memorial Day to Labor Day) and Nathan's Hot Dogs and the New York Aquarium are open almost every day of the year. The Coney Island Museum is also open on Saturdays and Sundays, from noon to 5 p.m. all year rou...
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| Pacific Symphony's Summer Festival 2007 |
| 2007-07-05 13:21:00 |
The Orange County Pacific Symphony's Summer Festival 2007 kicked off last night at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater in Irvine, California. Grammy-nominated surf band Papa Doo Run Run played classic Beach Boys and Franki Valli hits while accompanied by the Pacific Symphony orchestra. The orchestra also played some patriotic and cinematic favorites (including the theme from Pirates of the Caribbean) and finished with a colorful fireworks finale. There's still time to get your tickets for the next few shows. Upcoming events include:July 21, 8 p.m. Gershwin's Greatest Hits - and all that Jazz!August 11, 8 p.m. Sultry Spanish NightsAugust 25, 8 p.m....
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| Beautiful Dana Point in California |
| 2007-07-03 11:38:00 |
Southern California is full of beautiful beaches, scenic places to watch the sunset, and fantastic restaurants. One of our favorite places is Dana Point. The beaches in Dana Point are less commercial than the ones in Los Angeles and are usually full of families enjoying the gorgeous weather and surfers catching waves. There are several great restaurants with breathtaking views in Dana Point. Two of our favorites are The Beach House and Cannons Seafood Restaurant. Located nearby, The Chart House is also very popular. Make your reservations in advance and get there before sunset to enjoy a magnificent view!...
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| Get Your Free Summer Fun Guide |
| 2007-06-28 16:46:00 |
Pick up your free Summer Fun Guide at your local AAA Auto Club office anytime between July 1 and August 31. Inside, you'll find special member-only discounts on travel, dining, shopping, and entertainment. The Summer Fun Guide is for AAA members. Learn more on the AAA website. You can also enter the Show Your Card & Save Sweepstakes for a chance to win a seven-night Pleasant Holidays vacation for four in Cancun, Mexico....
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| Great Seafood Restaurant in Tyson's Corner Mall, Virginia |
| 2007-06-27 18:30:00 |
While visiting family on the East coast recently, my mom, sister, and I ventured to Tyson's Corner to do a little bridal shopping. For lunch, we decided to check out Coastal Flats, a great seafood restaurant inside the mall. We were pleasantly surprised to find a large porch complete with wooden rocking chairs inside the mall. Coastal Flats is styled like a 1950's seaside beach town. The ambience is great, but the food is even better. Our favorite dish was the Crab Roll. It was a delicious crab cake consisting mainly of lump crab meat. The rolls and butter that accompanied the meal were one of the best parts! The sweet dough tastes good enough to be dessert...but you'll be glad you did...
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| Free Wireless Internet Access in Los Angeles |
| 2007-06-26 19:00:00 |
Looking for free wireless internet service in Los Angeles? In addition to Starbucks, you'll find free Wi-Fi hot spots at all 72 libraries in the Los Angeles public library system. Just bring your Wi-Fi enabled laptop and enjoy the free internet access. View library locations at www.lapl.org....
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| New American Airlines Search Feature at AA.com |
| 2007-06-25 14:22:00 |
American Airlines has made it easier to find flights that work for you on their website. You can now search by both Price and Schedule at the same time. Many other airlines and travel resellers have had this feature and it makes shopping and booking your flight much faster and easier. Watch a quick demo video of the new search feature and you could win prizes from AA.com. Top prize is a trip for two to an exclusive Hollywood movie premiere. Other prizes including $500 AA.com gift cards that American Airlines is giving away daily through July 20, 2007. No purchase is necessary, read the full rules at AA.com. Watch for your chance to win today....
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| Classic Woodies at Downtown Disney! |
| 2007-06-22 23:53:00 |
Hey folks,If you're a fan of classic cars or surf culture or even just harbor a sizable appreciation for Woodies (heh), be sure to check out Downtown Disney this Sunday, June 24.As part of Downtown Disney's Summer Celebration, there will be more than 20 restored Woodies on display. Also playing the District will be surf band, the Beach Toys.Checkout the Disneyland site for more details...
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| Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage at Disneyland |
| 2007-06-22 20:15:00 |
The new submarine ride, Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage, has opened at Disneyland in Anaheim, California. Disneyland's newest ride features characters from the highly successful 2003 Disney/Pixar film, Finding Nemo.Using a combination of animatronics, underwater projection, and other technologies, Disney Imagineers bring the characters and the underwater experience to life. The submarines serve as research vessels in which Disneyland Guests explore an active undersea volcano. Along the way, the submarines encounter beautiful coral as well as their favorite Finding Nemo characters. In the mid-60s, the Submarine Voyage ride was a popular underwater attraction featuring fish and mermaids. The Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage uses the same lagoon and submarines in ...
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| RV Travel Forecasted to Grow This Summer |
| 2007-06-20 21:09:00 |
According to a recent press release issued by the Recreation Vehicle Industry Association (RVIA), recreational vehicle owners are pumped up about the upcoming travel season and plan to use their RVs more this summer than they did last year, according to a new study.Despite fluctuating fuel prices, the latest biannual Campfire Canvass survey of RV owners, conducted by RVIA, reveals that 76 percent of RV owners intend to use their RVs more this spring/summer than last year, and 20 percent plan to use theirs the same amount. Only 4 percent say they'll use their RVs less. And there is no better way to stretch travel dollars than by joining the Good Sam Club. Members save at 1,700 RV campgrounds in the US and Canada plus get $....
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| June 21st is International Surfing Day |
| 2007-06-19 19:37:00 |
International Surfing Day is about celebrating surfing around the world and raising awareness about caring for our oceans and beaches. Celebrate by going surfing at a beach near you on June 21! For more information, visit Surfing Magazine....
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| Strawberry Picking at Tanaka Farms |
| 2007-06-18 21:11:00 |
We visited Tanaka Farms on Saturday to do some strawberry picking. Tanaka is an organic farm located on 30 acres in Irvine, California. It's a beautiful place to tour and has something for kids and adults. During the tour, you take a ride around the farm while learning about and tasting a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. The strawberry picking tour included samplings of organic green beans, celery, carrots, maui onions, and more. Then, you get to explore the strawberry fields where you can pick and eat as many strawberries as you like. They are incredibly delicious and a lot of fun to pull right from the vine. After the strawberry patch, the tractor ride takes you back to the storefront where they give you a bas...
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| Country Cookin': Cheap Eats in Virginia |
| 2007-06-15 23:05:00 |
While on vacation last week, we had the pleasure of eating two meals in Country Cookin', a down home restaurant with several locations in Virginia. They offer a large salad, side dish, and dessert bar (the "Country Favorites Bar") in addition to menu items. Whenever we go, we always get the salad bar. It's all-you-can-eat and they have the best rolls! My family has been eating at Country Cookin' since I was a baby. Every time we go back, I'm delighted to see that little has changed since I was a kid. They're still offering the same good foods at very reasonable prices. You can find Country Cookin' in Culpeper, Warrenton, and Fredericksburg, in addition to other locations in Virginia. A...
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| Get a Gourmet Meal on Your Next Flight |
| 2007-06-14 22:25:00 |
Now that most of the airlines have stopped offering in-flight meals, many travelers are relegated to the fast food restaurants available in most airports. Now you can order gourmet meals for your flight through SkyMeals. You can choose from a wide assortment of menu options including breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, side dishes, dessert, etc. They even have a special kids' menu. The meals can be delivered to your home, office, or to the airport before your flight. You can take them onboard the plane and enjoy them. This can be especially wise for travelers with long flights ahead of them. If you've ordered from them before, tell us about your experiences with SkyMeals....
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| U.S. Temporarily Eases Passport Rules |
| 2007-06-13 23:43:00 |
The U.S. State Department and Homeland Security Department have temporarily relaxed a rule requiring passports for air travel to Canada, Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean from now through September 2007. The new provision allows travelers to fly to those destinations only if they present government-issued ID (ie: driver's license) and a receipt from a State Dept. website showing they had applied for a passport earlier. It only applies to travelers with applications currently pending, not those who apply in coming days.Learn more about the new passport rules....
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| It's Vacation Time! |
| 2007-06-04 18:44:00 |
We're going on vacation! Tomorrow we leave for Virginia to visit our families. When we get back the following week, we'll be posting new information about sights to see, places to eat, and fun things to do in Culpeper, Richmond, and Tysons Corner, Virginia. Have a great week!...
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| Grand Opening of the Museum of Latin American Art |
| 2007-05-31 22:07:00 |
On June 10, the new Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) will officially open in Long Beach, California. The gallery will feature contemporary Latin American fine art, lectures and foreign films, an outdoor sculpture garden and concert venue, and fine Latin American cuisine.A family-friendly art gallery, the Museum of Latin American Art provides free art workshops and mural making every Sunday. Bring the entire family to explore the different countries of Latin America through artwork.In honor of the grand opening, MOLAA will hold a Free Family Festival on Sunday, June 10. Enjoy art and entertainment including art workshops for children, Latin American music and dance, giant puppets, food, and more....
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