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House of Blues, Las Vegas – November 2003

November 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

House of Blues Las Vegas - For a crazy intense fun filled time try the House of Blues, Las Vegas located in the great Mandalay Bay Resort at the south end of Vegas's famous "strip". This is serious partying at its pinnacle. Often crowded, always noisy, upbeat and fresh, the House of Blues is sure to leave a memorable impression. Bands range from legendary performers to newer acts who have a bright future ahead of them in addition to the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Drinking, Resort

Wagon Wheel Saloon, Santa Rosa CA – October 2003

October 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

Wagon Wheel Saloon Santa Rosa - This unique and almost historical bar is located in the midst of sprawling Urban Development in North Santa Rosa, CA. This old time bar remains despite all the development in the area including the fancy residential and business park in the Fountaingrove District in the nearby hills and tiny homes that back up almost to the bar itself. This bar is not short on character and it is worth a visit for that. To … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Drinking, Mendocino, Saloon, Santa Rosa

Union Creek Resort, Oregon – September 2003

September 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

Union Creek Resort Oregon - Located only 23 miles from Crater Lake, America's deepest lake, this resort offers solitude and serenity for those wanting a place to "escape". Choose from rooms in the Lodge or the Cabins. A store, cafe and ice cream shop are all on the premises. This is the gateway to hiking, fishing, swimming and a multitude of other outdoor activities. The hotel itself is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and used … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: America, Fishing, Hiking, Ice Cream, Lodge, London, Oregon, Resort, Shopping Mall

Visit Corvallis OR – August 2003

August 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

Corvallis, Oregon is a small college town of about 50,000 full time residents. Located only about a 90 minute drive south of Portland - in the western part of the state. Home to Oregon State University (the Beavers) - a college that produced the graduate who invented the mouse for the computer - also where Hewlett-Packard's inkjet printing process was developed. Geographically the town sits in the coastal foothills - and is surrounded by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bicycle, Hiking, Oregon, Restaurants

Fat City, Sacramento CA – July 2003

July 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

Fat City Bar & Café was located right in the heart of Old Sacramento (Old Town is worth visiting in its own right). This was a historic restaurant favorite with locals and tourists alike. It was housed in a building that was originally constructed in 1849, the heart of California's gold rush. This building was supposedly home to Sacramento's first general store and was one of the first buildings in town. It was constructed and originally … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: California, Drinking, Napa Valley, Restaurants, Sacramento, San Francisco

Lily’s, Mt. Shasta City, CA – June 2003

June 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

Lily's Restaurant is located in Mt. Shasta City and they serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. They are located on the corner at 1013 S. Mt. Shasta Blvd - just look for the white picket fence. Parking is on the side streets or in their parking lot behind the restaurant. Their breakfasts are excellent and are sizable. Be sure to try their home made soups. Outdoor dining is available when the weather permits. If the weather is warm the outdoor … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Mountain Climbing, Restaurants

The Clark Center for Japanese Art, Hanford CA – May 2003

May 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

The Clark Center for Japanese Art, located in Hanford California, contains a high quality collection of Japanese art and cultural objects. Over 1700 objects are contained within this museum. The collection was started in the 1950's by the husband wife team of Willard & Elizabeth Clark but has only been open to the public since 1995. Hanging scrolls, ancient Buddhist sculptures and Japanese ceramics and bamboo are the highlights of their … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Art, California, Culture, Museum

Robert is Here, Homestead FL – April 2003

April 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

Robert is Here in Homestead Florida is a rare and tropical fruit stand that has been in business for over 60 years. It was founded by Robert at age 6. We have been here several times - during our most recent visit Robert was still behind the cash register helping customers. We noted that our own purchases were hand written on a paper bag in pencil and then added up. No calculator or cash register here. We are tropical fruit fanatics and had … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: America, Florida, Photography, Tropical Fruit, Zoo

Global Scavenger Hunt – March 2003

March 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

The Global Scavenger Hunt is sponsored by Great Escapes. This is an annual adventure scavenger hunt for travelers that is truly an around the world event! It is held over 23 days and involves 25 2-person teams who will visit several continents and a number of countries during their world wind hunt. The teams compete for $100,000 in cash & prizes and "The World's Greatest Travelers" trophy. In addition this event is a charitable fund-raiser. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Scavenger Hunt

Backpack Nation – February 2003

February 1, 2003 by DaveLeave a Comment

Backpack Nation founded by famed San Francisco taxi driver Brad Newsham after the events of Sept 11, 2001 in NYC. Over the years, his organization has raised significant funding which were donated to individuals, families and unique projects worldwide. For more information please visit: www.bradnewsham.com … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: New York City, San Francisco, Taxi

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