TRAVEL.com ® Forums - Blogs http://forums.travel.com/blog.php en Sat, 20 Mar 2010 20:18:01 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.travel.com/images/misc/rss.jpg TRAVEL.com ® Forums - Blogs http://forums.travel.com/blog.php Scuba Diving: Looking for a great destination http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=91 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:35:39 GMT If you could squeeze in a few more days, going to the Galapagos would be worth it, especially around Wolf and Darwin Islands. You can see hammerheads, whale sharks, giant manta rays - the thing is that you need to be an experienced diver because of the cold and the strong currents. I went with... If you could squeeze in a few more days, going to the Galapagos would be worth it, especially around Wolf and Darwin Islands. You can see hammerheads, whale sharks, giant manta rays - the thing is that you need to be an experienced diver because of the cold and the strong currents. I went with Quasar Expeditions on their liveaboard schooner the Alta, and it was a vacation to top all vacations. If you go, get yourself a good underwater camera. ]]> AuntJean http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=91 Seattle Pier 91 http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=90 Sun, 07 Jun 2009 00:28:07 GMT So sorry the terminal is such a pain. For trips to Alaska, Seattle is still a good departure point. Just so you know, Seattle is putting in a light rail train that will go from Seattle to the airport, so at least that part of the trip may be eventually easier. So sorry the terminal is such a pain. For trips to Alaska, Seattle is still a good departure point. Just so you know, Seattle is putting in a light rail train that will go from Seattle to the airport, so at least that part of the trip may be eventually easier. ]]> AuntJean http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=90 More in Carson City http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=75 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:54:32 GMT Would not want to be on the first floor of this outhouse.


Belly up to the bar.


Museum of old homes & such.
]]> Dymphna http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=75 Carson City, MT Hangin of Jack http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=74 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:51:22 GMT This was a re-enactment of an actual hanging. The guy had gotten drunk & shot up the town again. He had also ratted out the vigilantes. So they gave him the 7-7-77 (coffin is 7 feet down, 7 feet long, and 77 inches wide). It was the symbol used by the vigilantes.






FYI - we hung our first sheriff in Montana too, Henry Plumber LOL. ]]> Dymphna http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=74 Virginia City, MT http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=73 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:45:13 GMT A real sod roof. That is still a business.

It's a moose?

Boot Hill Cemetary
]]> Dymphna http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=73 More from the caverns http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=72 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 19:28:23 GMT They call this one 'Old Faithful' because of the water is always dripping from the ceiling on it and they can show the tourists.


This step is one mile above sea level and one mile below the surface.


For those who take the trip through the caverns - expect a hard walk. It is a bit of a walk to the entrance and it is uphill - steep hill. The stairs in the cavern are not always easy. Some twist and turn and there is one point where you have to slide on your rear through a low spot in the cave. ]]> Dymphna http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=72 <![CDATA[Virginia City & Carson City, MT - side trip to Lewis & Clark Caverns]]> http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=71 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 16:48:41 GMT Here is the caverns: Image: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y73/SSPV/Longroom.jpg Image: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y73/SSPV/LewisClarkCavern.jpg Image: http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y73/SSPV/Fromthewaterdrippingdownthewalls.jpg Image:... Here is the caverns:







]]> Dymphna http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=71 First Fridays on Abbott Kinney Blvd! Venice Beach CA 90291 http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=69 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 04:40:42 GMT Well lets start by saying that First Fridays on Abbott Kinney Blvd. is a Friday night well spent. :D I Just moved here from the east coast and ran into what reminded me of a street back home. Unlike some parts of LA this place really stands out. It's the Melrose of Venice Beach. The restaurants are delicious and the shops are cute and edgy. Antiques and vintage clothing. Stuck in between are incredible art galleries from abstract arts, sculptures, photography and even eco-conscious photography galleries. Imagine this but fill those Stores with live bands and random performances. The galleries are an open house serving beer, wine, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. Everyone seems to be having a blast. I recommend it if your near Venice, come check it out. In a any case there is free food and drinks!...ASH:rolleyes: ]]> Ashley http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=69 Venice Beach, Los Angeles http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=66 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 01:27:07 GMT I've recently made my way down to Venice Beach and it was certainly a sight to see. All of the various characters were out in full force as I walked down the boardwalk. It was certainly an enjoyable day. I also visited Abbot Kinney one of the main mercantile thoroughfairs in the town and the restaurants and shops were a delight. Of course it was a beautiful sunny day which only enhanced the experience. I'd definitely recommend it to the first timer in Los Angeles, just to get the real eclectic feel of the city! ]]> caitliwinx http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=66 China - This is China - Sightseeing Highlights http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=63 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 19:30:43 GMT Just thought I'd pass on this nice video of China sightseeing highlights from the Video Sharing area of TRAVEL.com. I hope you enjoy it and sample some of the other videos online.

Likewise, if you have a YouTube video you like, we'd be glad to see it online in the Video Sharing Forums. This also means that you can embed videos into your blogs!

-- Rik
]]> Rik Brown http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=63 Rab Island http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=59 Fri, 19 Dec 2008 13:31:45 GMT The island of [B]Rab[/B] is heading toward its 120th anniversary of organized tourism with ambitious plans for reconstruction of tourist facilities, implementation of infrastructural projects and a rich celebratory program that will surely interest and delight many lovers of this special island of rich culture, customs and a quality tourist offer.

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In 1889, the [B]Rab[/B] Municipal Council proclaimed Rab a tourist destination and a health resort, which was a logical combination of the natural wealth, mild climate and hospitable locals. Not long after the decision, they began to build the first inns and hotels, and tourist boats began to arrive in Rab Port. Since that time, the island has experienced intensive tourist development and it now has a rich hotel & catering offer and provides the guests with extensive cultural, entertainment and sport & recreation facilities in a unique ambient.

Although the celebration program has yet to be defined, it is already quite clear that the year 2009 will be marked by this significant anniversary, including a scientific conference, a workshop, a formal meeting and a promotional film dedicated to the 120th anniversary of organized tourism.

They also plan to arrange programs that will particularly please the tourists and the residents of the island. In addition to the traditional performances by the Rapski Tanac Folklore Society and Rab Crossbowmen, the program will include a series of cultural, entertainment and sporting programs intended equally for all generations.

The planned infrastructural works on the island will surely contribute to the festive atmosphere. They have announced construction of Stinica Ferry Port, improvement of Rtic Beach, renovation of Hotel Imperial to the 4-star standard, etc. ]]> KateX http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=59 Another type of nesting: Special birds come South to roost http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=58 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 23:15:29 GMT The Alabama Gulf Coast is known as a wonderful place for birding. In addition to natives, migratory guests make the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach a stopover or temporary home. Of all the many types of birds that come and go, my favorite type is, of course, the snowbird! (For those who... The Alabama Gulf Coast is known as a wonderful place for birding. In addition to natives, migratory guests make the beaches of Gulf Shores and Orange Beach a stopover or temporary home.

Of all the many types of birds that come and go, my favorite type is, of course, the snowbird! (For those who might not know, “snowbird” is the affectionate nickname given to those who spend the winter months in the South and the warmer months elsewhere; since they “fly south for the winter,” they are dubbed “snowbirds.”)

Any area visited part of the year by travelers welcomes guests during its off-season because that helps the local economy. But with snowbirds, there's so much more than simple dollars and cents. The snowbirds who come to this community are “invested” in it in the deepest sense of the word. They don't just come to stay here for a few months, they live here, and they become part of the community. They volunteer; they take part in fundraisers; they help with community projects. They make this a better place to live and to bring up families.

It is such a joy to see friends come back after months away. Although there are all sorts of ways to keep in touch, there's nothing quite like a seafood meal shared with the Gulf of Mexico as a backdrop and exchanging tales of the time away.

Welcome back, snowbirds! ]]> CarolWeaver http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=58 Be Kind to Turtles on the Alabama Gulf Coast http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=57 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 23:13:05 GMT Remember how we moms are always (always!) saying, “Turn off the light when you leave the room!”? Well, now we have even more proof that we're right. If you won't do it for us, for the sake of the household budget or for the environment, do it for the sea turtles.

That's right, sea turtles.

The Alabama Gulf Coast is home to several species of sea turtles, including some species that are threatened. It turns out, one of the biggest threats comes from a seemingly innocent source: artificial light. Scientists call it “coastal light pollution.”

Female turtles return to the beach where they were born to nest and lay their eggs. Bright lights on beaches can cause the turtles to become disoriented, leading them to drown in swimming pools, wander into traffic or fall victim to predators.

Hatchlings count on the lights of nature to guide them from their nests to the ocean. For the tiny critters, it's a long trek filled with peril, and that peril is compounded when bright lights confuse little guys.

Scientists from Bon Secour National Wildlife Refuge and lots of volunteers work in the local Share the Beach program to make sure that sea turtle nests remain undisturbed and that hatchlings have a save trip to the Gulf of Mexico. Everyone can help by following guidelines for lighting. It's good for the earth, and it's good for the turtles. ]]> CarolWeaver http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=57 Holiday Hostess http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=56 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 23:11:26 GMT I love to be a great hostess, and I love to have people come stay at my home. Sometimes, circumstances don't allow that. Maybe there are too many people and not enough house; maybe there are friends (and we do have some of these types) who just feel more comfortable in their “own” accommodations. They love to spend time with us, hang out, catch up, shop, sightsee, whatever – but then be able to feel as if they aren't “overstaying their welcome” by going to a hotel, condo or other rental facility. Hey, if it means they come more frequently and stay an extra day, we're good with it.

We know we have friends we'll see a lot more this time of year than during the summer. They will take advantage of the great rates to be found on the Alabama Gulf Coast, and they'll make several visits.

I have a plan for the next trip. I'm going to propose a boy/girl weekend. The gals will take over the rental, and we'll make sure to get one of the “shop 'til you drop, then hit the spa” packages” available at www.thebeachiscalling.org. The guys can have the house to themselves, and we'll have three days to catch up, chill out and plan for Christmas! ]]> CarolWeaver http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=56 Holiday - Stress Free http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=54 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 23:04:45 GMT With the holiday season here, it's easy to get overwhelmed with the shopping and the cooking and the wrapping and the baking and the decorating and the stuff. So make a pact with your best gal pals to spend an afternoon or an evening – a day, if you can – just hanging out together and having a good time.

Maybe you'll go shopping; maybe not. Maybe there will be mani-pedi appointments; maybe not. Maybe there will be pasta, coffee and chocolate; maybe ... OK, there will be pasta, coffee and chocolate!

You'll trade recipes. You'll admire shoes and handbags. You'll brag – just a bit – about the kids. And for a few hours, you won't be somebody's mom, or wife, or boss, or assistant. You'll be somebody's friend.

It'll be over too soon, but you'll enjoy it longer than you can imagine.

Make the time. It's worth it. ]]> CarolWeaver http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=54 Winter Vacations http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=53 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 23:01:55 GMT Some folks think you have to book weeks or months at a time to take advantage of winter rates along the Alabama Gulf Coast, but that is not the case. You don't even have to make it a long weekend (although, frankly, I can't imagine why you wouldn't) to come for a visit during the winter months.

And what a great time to come! Everything seems to be just a bit more refreshing. Sunrise is an awesome display of colors, with hues of gold gradually brightening the sky. During the day, the steady rise of the sun is complemented by the steady rise of the temperatures, making the outdoors so appealing. And when dusk begins to set in, the blue sky turns to red and the sun slips behind the horizon. The temperatures are perfect for snuggling with a mug of hot chocolate next to a fire on the beach as the waves lap nearby.

Got your bag packed yet? Well, what are you waiting for? ]]> CarolWeaver http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=53 Introducing Maldives http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=51 Sun, 07 Dec 2008 15:04:47 GMT Perhaps the ultimate in long haul luxury, the Maldives is currently enjoying incredible growth again having bounced back from a series of disasters in the past few years including the coral bleaching wrought by el Niño and the horror of the 2004 tsunami. Indeed, so superior are its beaches, so... Perhaps the ultimate in long haul luxury, the Maldives is currently enjoying incredible growth again having bounced back from a series of disasters in the past few years including the coral bleaching wrought by el Niño and the horror of the 2004 tsunami. Indeed, so superior are its beaches, so cobalt blue its waters and so warm its welcome that the country has become a byword for paradise whether it be for honeymooners, sun worshippers or divers.

A geological eccentricity nestled in the middle of the Indian Ocean, the Maldives are a series of ancient coral reefs that grew up around the sides of towering prehistoric volcanoes. These immense structures have long since sunk into the ocean, leaving behind coral islands of incredible natural beauty, now themselves being colonised by travellers seeking unbridled pampering and romance.

This is life stripped down to simplicity – bright blue skies, all-year sunshine and fantastic diving and snorkelling in lagoons the temperature of bath water. The country embraces travellers from around the world allowing them the freedoms holiday makers require without compromising the islands’ deep Muslim faith one bit.

This is an exciting time to visit a country in developmental frenzy. Every few months brings newly opened resorts from top end boutique brands to ecologically sound back-to-nature hotels. Not cheap even at the bottom end, this is a place for a holiday of a lifetime (and that phrase suddenly takes on a new meaning here). The Maldives demands the attention of anyone looking for a uniquely indulgent break, breathtaking nature and sheer beauty that stays with you long after your tan has faded.

[IMG]http://media.lonelyplanet.com/lpi/23597/23597-17/681x454.jpg[/IMG] ]]> KateX http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=51 Trekking in the Alps http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=50 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 14:25:29 GMT St. Moritz and Lake Como are recognised places all over the world. I live right between the two in *CHIAVENNA *, a small Italian town, 10km from the Swiss border. It has a population of around 7000 and is full of charm and hospitality, offering visitors a true picture of Italian life in a small... St. Moritz and Lake Como are recognised places all over the world. I live right between the two in CHIAVENNA , a small Italian town, 10km from the Swiss border.
It has a population of around 7000 and is full of charm and hospitality, offering visitors a true picture of Italian life in a small town.
Its strategic position opens up to 3 important routes; the MALOIA PASS leading to Switzerland and St. Moritz, the SPLUGA PASS, another route into Switzerland leading to Zurich, and VALCHIAVENNA, leading to LAKE COMO and MILAN.

Surrounded by the ALPS, it offers the possibility of numerous mountain activiites; Alpine skiing, crosscountry skiing,snowboarding, etc. in winter and mountaineering, climbing, trekking and mountain-biking in the summer, to name just a few. Also with Lake Como just 20 minutes down the road, it also offers various water sports; windsurf, kitesurf, etc. as well as paragliding, hang-gliding, etc.etc.
Together with my husband, we organise trekking holidays, covering some of the most beautiful itineraries to be found in the Alps.
We have two bases, one in CHIAVENNA and the other in LIVIGNO, another very popular tourist resort both in summer and winter and home to many international sport's events.
Please visit Alpine Adventure Walks: Alpine walking holidays in Italy and Switzerland for further information.

]]> elquad http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=50 <![CDATA[Rock & Roll Legend, Chuck Berry, to Play the Argosy Casino, Alton, Illinois]]> http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=48 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 18:54:41 GMT St. Louisians well know that *Chuck Berry* will almost monthly be found playing at Blueberry Hill in the Loop. Now is your chance to see him in a different venue: The *Argosy Casino* across the Mississippi River in *Alton, Illinois*. Chuck is scheduled to wow you with his rock classics on... St. Louisians well know that Chuck Berry will almost monthly be found playing at Blueberry Hill in the Loop. Now is your chance to see him in a different venue: The Argosy Casino across the Mississippi River in Alton, Illinois.

Chuck is scheduled to wow you with his rock classics on Saturday, December 6, 2008 from 7:00 PM. Tickets are only $30 per person to see this Rock and Roll legend. Give yourself a pre-Christmas treat.




Argosy Casino
219 Piasa Street
Alton, Illinois

Phone: 800-711-4263
]]> Rik Brown http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=48 Culinary Cleveland http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=47 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 22:10:07 GMT So what’s good to eat in Cleveland? If you don’t already about know the West Side Market, that’s my top recommendation. With over 180 vendors selling a range of culturally diverse foods, there’s something to please everyone! *Venue* West Side Market West 25th and Lorain Cleveland, OH 44113... So what’s good to eat in Cleveland? If you don’t already about know the West Side Market, that’s my top recommendation. With over 180 vendors selling a range of culturally diverse foods, there’s something to please everyone!

Venue
West Side Market
West 25th and Lorain
Cleveland, OH 44113
West Side Market

Just downtown, celebrity chef Michael Symon runs an American-cuisine bistro named Lola. It’s a popular restaurant located in a hot spot downtown that offers plenty of unique, quality dishes. Symon also run a stylish bistro called Lolita in the historic Tremont neighborhood. View menu’s on the official site: Michael Symon: Lola and Lolita

Venue
Lola
2058 E 4th St
Cleveland, OH 44115
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Lolita
900 Literary Rd
Cleveland, OH 44113

There are also over 20 restaurants in the Little Italy district near University Circle. If you’re looking for the best Italian food and wines in Cleveland, there are many choices available here, so your best bet is to just scope the area and see what appeals to you – but you can find a list of restaurants available here: LITTLE ITALY CLEVELAND - Little Italy an urban neighborhood

Location
Little Italy (near University Circle)
Cleveland, OH 44106
]]> CarrieRocks http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=47 Cleveland Cultural Gardens http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=46 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 22:22:06 GMT Inside of Rockefeller Park lies 254 acres of beautiful horticulture and landscaping called the Cleveland Cultural Gardens. Each garden contains its own cultural theme, and together they tell a story about the history of twentieth-century America and it’s relation to the world at large. Just last month, Raj Mohan Gandhi planted a tree in the India Garden, where an 11-foot bronze statue of his grandfather Mahatma Gandhi stands. The gardens have been an ongoing work in progress for decades, as some of them date back to the 1930’s, while others are just now reaching proposals and planning stages. More than just the outdoors and cultural history, it’s living-breathing art!

Location
Cleveland Cultural Gardens
690 East 88th Street
Cleveland OH 44108 ]]> CarrieRocks http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=46 Browns Home Game - November 2nd! http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=45 Wed, 15 Oct 2008 21:56:46 GMT The Cleveland Browns (http://www.clevelandbrowns.com/) are ready for some pro-football action this season, having just beat Super Bowl champs the NY Giants last Monday! And now for their next home game, they are taking on the Baltimore Ravens. The game will be held on November 2nd at the massive... The Cleveland Browns are ready for some pro-football action this season, having just beat Super Bowl champs the NY Giants last Monday! And now for their next home game, they are taking on the Baltimore Ravens. The game will be held on November 2nd at the massive Cleveland Browns Stadium, tickets can be purchased through the ticket exchange on the official Browns website.



Venue
Cleveland Browns Stadium
100 Alfred Lerner Way
Cleveland, OH 44114
]]> CarrieRocks http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=45 Classical Mystery Tour http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=44 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 21:20:15 GMT Original members of Beatlemania join the Cleveland POPS (http://www.clevelandpops.com/) Orchestra to combine classical and rock elements for a night of your favorite Beatles songs and more! The Classical Mystery Tour show hits Severance Hall on Friday, October 24th from 8 to 10 PM. Image:... Original members of Beatlemania join the Cleveland POPS Orchestra to combine classical and rock elements for a night of your favorite Beatles songs and more! The Classical Mystery Tour show hits Severance Hall on Friday, October 24th from 8 to 10 PM.




Venue
Severance Hall
11001 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44106
]]> CarrieRocks http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=44 Skiing in Gudauri, Georgia http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=43 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 09:09:25 GMT [URL="http://www.travel.info-tbilisi.com"][EMAIL="travel@info-tbilisi.com"]Gudauri [/EMAIL][/URL]is located about 120km away from Tbilisi. It's 2200m above the sea level. There are quite long skiing traces in there (approximately 10km). The trip from Tbilisi to Gudauri usually takes two hours by car. With the high quality snow, the resort offers much skiing opportunities. You can rent skiing equipments and accessories there as well. There is also big choice of accommodations and hotels at any prices, such as "Gudauri," "Truso," "Panorama," "Shamo," "Marco Polo," "Shele" and many others.[IMG]http://www.travel.info-tbilisi.com[/IMG] ]]> InfoTbilisi http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=43 The World Festival http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=41 Fri, 10 Oct 2008 20:35:18 GMT The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will be hosting the World Festival, a free event on Sunday, October 12 from noon to 4 PM. Located at the Rock Hall's main stage, this will be a musical celebration of ethnic diversity and tradition. In addition to local vendors selling products and foods that add to the cultural flavor, entertainment will be provided by Brazilian, Jamaican, Latino, Native American, Middle Eastern and Serbian groups - and all cultures and ethnicities will be honored. This will be an exciting day of music, dance and diversity!

Venue
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
751 Erieside Ave
Cleveland, Ohio 44114
]]> CarrieRocks http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=41 Cleveland Metroparks http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=40 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 21:30:52 GMT Nature lovers rejoice! The Cleveland Metroparks (http://www.clemetparks.com/) are what some local residents call the best kept secret of the city. With over 20,000 acres of nature and trails for the public to explore, hiking, mountain biking, golfing, going to the zoo and horse riding are just some... Nature lovers rejoice! The Cleveland Metroparks are what some local residents call the best kept secret of the city. With over 20,000 acres of nature and trails for the public to explore, hiking, mountain biking, golfing, going to the zoo and horse riding are just some of the outdoor recreational activities you can enjoy while taking in the beautiful landscape.

Location
Cleveland Metroparks
4101 Fulton Parkway
Cleveland, OH 44144
]]> CarrieRocks http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=40 Cobra Starship concert / RACE exhibit http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=39 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:57:33 GMT This Sunday, October 12th at the House of Blues (http://www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/cleveland/): check out Cobra Starship’s stop on the Sassyback Tour as they bust out a retro revival in the new millennium! And don’t miss the opening act Sing It Loud when the doors open at 6:00 PM. *Venue*... This Sunday, October 12th at the House of Blues: check out Cobra Starship’s stop on the Sassyback Tour as they bust out a retro revival in the new millennium! And don’t miss the opening act Sing It Loud when the doors open at 6:00 PM.

Venue
House of Blues
308 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44114

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The Cleveland Museum of Natural History along with the American Anthropological Association and the Science Museum of Minnesota present a public education exhibit entitled RACE: Are We So Different?


This deep look into race and racism is examined through scientific, cultural, biological and historical points of view, designed to provoke thought and discussion regarding this important topic. For more information about the RACE project visit RACE - Are We So Different? :: A Project of the American Anthroplogical Association

Venue
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
1 Wade Oval Drive
Cleveland, OH 44106
]]> CarrieRocks http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=39 Weather takes turn toward perfection http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=38 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:59:12 GMT There has been so much financial stuff in the news lately, and it has prompted lots of discussion about the best way to accomplish the country's goals. As I took a stroll outside today, I had a thought: On days when Alabama is as beautiful as it is today, we should charge admission!! The temperature is perfect; the sky is blue; there's a wee bit of a breeze; and the nights are starting to just hint at the coming of winter (a term we generally use pretty loosely down here!). And the Alabama Gulf Coast is the perfect place to be on days like this: The Gulf still is warm, but the air somehow seems lighter, fresher, sweeter. It's what might be called, to coin a phrase, “Convention and Visitors Bureau” weather. Sweet home Alabama? You betcha! ]]> CarolWeaver http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=38 Shrimp Festival bargains still to be found http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=37 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 01:58:16 GMT Tick-tock, tick-tock. That's the countdown to the National Shrimp Festival, which is
Oct. 9-12. It's not too late to plan a trip – although you will need to act quickly. To find out some special deals on rooms or other rentals, check out www.thebeachiscalling.org. From the home page, click on the “Packages & Deals” tab. In the center of the page, there's a link named “Special Events.” Follow it to find all sorts of deals on condos and other rental properties. If you've never been to Orange Beach and Gulf Shores during the festival, you should rectify that immediately. Come on down. We'll leave the tails on for you! ]]> CarolWeaver http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=37 David Sedaris and David Byrne to perform at PlayhouseSquare http://forums.travel.com/blog.php?b=36 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 21:34:37 GMT This Friday at PlayhouseSquare (http://www.playhousesquare.org/), funny man David Sedaris shares his take on life through a satirical lens. Many know him best for books and essays like Me Talk Pretty One Day and Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim. Catch his show October 10th, 7:30 PM at the... This Friday at PlayhouseSquare, funny man David Sedaris shares his take on life through a satirical lens. Many know him best for books and essays like Me Talk Pretty One Day and Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim. Catch his show October 10th, 7:30 PM at the Palace Theatre.


Another awesome ‘David’ performing at PlayhouseSquare this month: David Byrne! Having just finished his first collaboration with Brian Eno in 30 years, he will be playing music from the new album, plus older Eno/Byrne and Talking Heads songs! The concert takes place October 23rd, 8:00 PM at the Allen Theatre.

Venue
Palace Theatre
1615 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Allen Theatre
1407 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44115
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