I know what you’re thinking: Ohio is not exactly synonymous with romance. But with its varied landscapes and unique regions, the Buckeye State has many idyllic places for proposals, first and second honeymoons, and weekend getaways, whether your idea of romance involves couples pampering at a luxury spa or escaping civilization at a secluded cabin in the woods. Here are five Ohio destinations where you and your partner can spark, celebrate, or … [Read more...]
Exploring the outskirts of Seattle
July and August are great months to visit Seattle. The weather is generally mild to warm and there usually isn't much rain (as one knows, Seattle has a reputation for rain much of the year). We took my friends car which he kindly let us use for a few days and headed out of town. Our goal was the Snoquamish Falls - a massive drop off of water that one can view from several viewpoints. Lovely. Except we were so tired from jet lag we ended up … [Read more...]
Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights
Do you like a good scare? The flesh-eating zombies of “The Walking Dead” unearthed to scare the press who attended the annual preview of Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood. You can’t miss out on this year’s Halloween Horror Nights starting September 20th and continues on the 21st, and selected nights through November 2nd, 2013. Halloween Horror Nights is the undisputed leader of horror mazes. The extreme horror make-up, … [Read more...]
Find the Ideal Holiday to Suit your Favourite Climate
Unless you're a fan of wind and drizzle it is unlikely that a UK holiday can fulfil your dreams in terms of climate - but that doesn't necessarily mean that you are desperate to find the hottest and sunniest locations. As well as a veritable cornucopia of cultures to enjoy there is also a wide range of climates to experience but, depending on what sort of holiday you're looking for, where is the best place to go and when? Discover your … [Read more...]
Belgrade Serbia -September 2013
Belgrade is certainly worth visiting for a number of reasons. It can be a party town for some with its floating night clubs and other late night hangouts and for others its about the history. The city holds the world's largest Orthodox Church. Two other must see highlights include the very popular Knez Mihailova Street (lots of shops and very crowded in the summer) and the Kalemegdan Park and Belgrade Fort which offers a look back into Belgrade's … [Read more...]
The Power of Experiential Travel, Speech in Seattle
When my friend invited me to make a speech to some of his investment clients at a location in downtown Seattle about some of my travel adventures I jumped at the opportunity. With the challenge of creating a speech for his "mixer" I came up with one titled, "The Power of Experiential Travel" - in summary highlighting a number of my interesting adventures from around the world and finishing with some lessons learned from all these … [Read more...]
The Best European Casinos
If you're a gambler or poker player, you already know you need a good guide to the nicest European casinos out there. And if you’re a simple tourist in Europe looking for some of the most glamorous venues of modern pop culture, go check out the places where 007 went on his famous winning sprees in service of Her Majesty the Queen. No matter what your particular preference, all of these are worth a look. Casino Monte Carlo, Monaco Doubtlessly … [Read more...]
Exploring Michigan’s Upper Peninsula
Maybe Michigan’s Upper Peninsula is called God’s Country because only a supernatural force could withstand the ferocious Feel-Em-No-See-Ems, extreme weather, potentially dangerous wildlife or the keen loneliness of the endless forest. Then again, anyone who lays eyes on this place can’t fail to feel something celestial is at work. From Tahquamenon Falls and the Porcupine Mountains to Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore and autumn colors … [Read more...]
The Newberry to Open Chicago’s Only Major Civil War Exhibition Duringthe War’s 150th Anniversary
NEWBERRY AND TERRA FOUNDATION TO MOUNT CHICAGOS ONLY MAJOR SESQUICENTENNIAL CIVIL WAR EXHIBITION Home Front: Daily Life in the Civil War North, September 27 through March 24 To commemorate the 150th anniversary of the US Civil War and in conjunction with the Terra Foundation for American Art, the Newberry Library will mount Home Front: Daily Life in the Civil War North, an exhibition of more than 100 items that focuses on the enormous, … [Read more...]
Big Bear, California Oktoberfest
Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest Adds New Stage plus Bonus Friday Nights BIG BEAR LAKE, Calif./ August 26, 2013 – New at this year’s Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest is an outdoor stage in the Spaten Bier Garten plus two Friday evenings have been added to this year’s schedule. The new stage was added to give festival goers more entertainment and keep a lively atmosphere throughout the festival grounds. This means the main indoors stage and the new expanded … [Read more...]
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