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Enjoying the quaint towns along the Italian and Southern French Riviera

June 4, 2013 by Dave4 Comments

We are driving a large Land Rover that my brother's friend let him borrow indefinitely. While this car is great for off roading - I've heard Land Rovers seem especially prone to break downs. This vehicle is less then 10 years old - not that many kilometers on it and already its showing problems. The power randomly stops when you are driving down the highway - we are having problems with the brakes - the maintenance parking brake light is on ... … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Bus Travel, Europe, Fashion, France, Italy, Land Rover, Monaco, Music, Riviera, Rocky Mountains, Shopping Mall, Village

A Glimpse of Paris

June 3, 2013 by Dave1 Comment

With the third and possibly final movie, Before Midnight recently released it is worth a reflection on a few of my experiences and sightseeing stops during my last time touring this much loved city. Paris is a major European hub city with two International airports, Charles De Gaulle Airport (named after a French General) and Orly. Charles De Gaulle is the primary airport for International flights and Flights to Paris from around the world … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Art, Caves, Monks, Museum, Paris, Walking tour

Port of Los Angeles Delivers Authentic Experiences

June 2, 2013 by Dave2 Comments

LA WATERFRONT DELIVERS AN AUTHENTIC VISITOR EXPERIENCE STEEPED IN HISTORY AND THE AMERICAN SPIRIT With Small-Town Charm and Family-Friendly Attractions, the LA Waterfront at Port of Los Angeles Offers a Slice of American Life, Both Past and Present SAN PEDRO, Calif. — June 1, 2013 — Many who visit Los Angeles often miss out on the rich history and heritage that made Southern California the thriving metropolis that it is today. Much of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Aquarium, Art, Beach, Bicycle, Bridges, California, Civil War, Cruising, Culinary travel, Culture, Dancing, Film, Food and Wine, History, Iowa, Journey, Los Angeles, Massachusetts, Mediterranean

Kotor, Montenegro – June 2013

June 1, 2013 by Dave8 Comments

Kotor Montenegro is truly one of the gems of this small country. This picturesque charming town is located along Europe's southern most Fjord. Tall mountains rise from the salt water bay which on clear days is cobalt and deep blue. The entire old city itself is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and contains narrow stone walkways, boutique shops and outdoor seating at restaurants line the small courtyards. Homestays are quite popular here - one way you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Beach, Europe, Fjord, Montenegro, Mountain Climbing, Restaurants, Shopping Mall

Driving the Italian Riviera Autostrada

May 31, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

The impressive "autostrada", or toll highways along the Italian Riviera are truly an engineering marvel - with seemingly hundreds of bridges and both short and long tunnels drilled right through the rocky mountain sides. As a result, you have a road that is amazingly level even though it passes through large mountains and deep river gorges. Complicated round abouts and entry points are located next to entrances to the autostrada. Entry requires … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Bridges, Bus Travel, Euro, Europe, Italy, Riviera

Universal CityWalk Turns 20, Fast & Furious Car Display

May 30, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

Universal CityWalk Turns 20 and Revs Up Its Engines with a Birthday Bash Featuring a Retrospective of 8 Original Prop Cars from all 6 ‘Fast & Furious’ Films Universal CityWalk celebrated its 20th birthday with a blockbuster-worthy bash that drives flashy street racers from Universal Pictures’ “Fast & Furious” films to park at CityWalk in time for the much-anticipated movie opening weekend and the launch of the summer blockbuster season. A … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Hollywood, Music, Universal Studios

Esotouric, Los Angeles Fascinating Tours

May 30, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

Esotouric's Pasadena Confidential Crime Bus Tour Explores the Crown City's Dark Side WHAT: Esotouric presents the Pasadena Confidential crime bus tour with Crimebo the Clown WHEN: Saturday June 8, 12pm-4pm (tour repeats September 28) WHERE: Tour departs from Fair Oaks and Arlington Street, South Pasadena COST: $58/person RELATED TOURS: The crime bus rolls every Saturday in June, including East Side Babylon (6/1), Hotel Horrors & Main … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Bridges, Bus Travel, California, Esotouric, Film, History, Los Angeles, Pasadena, Road Trip, Travel Blogging, Walking tour

New Orleans: One of the Country’s Largest Urban Parks Launches Family Fun Pass

May 30, 2013 by Dave1 Comment

New Orleans City Park welcomes visitors with bundled package of top family attractions New Orleans, LA (May 30, 2013) – With 1,300 acres of sprawling oak trees and green space, winding bayous and lakes, walking paths and more, New Orleans City Park is recognized as one of the largest, most expansive urban public parks in the country. Nestled inside the park are a number of amusement-style family attractions where visitors can do everything … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Coffee, Garden, Golf, Journey, Louisiana, Mountain Climbing, New Orleans, Sports, Walking tour

Tel Aviv’s Annual White Night Festival

May 30, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

New York - May 29, 2013: Tel Aviv will host the 10th annual White Night Festival, a 24-hour event featuring citywide art, culture and music events, June 27. The White Night Festival first started in 2003, in celebration of Tel Aviv being named a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its collection of more than 4,000 Bauhaus and International-style architecture buildings. Now in its 10th year, the festival will include a lineup of citywide street and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Architecture, Art, Beach, Culture, Dancing, Festival, Flea Market, Israel, Music, New York City, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, South America

Sonoma County offers New Outdoor Adventures & Entertainment

May 30, 2013 by Dave2 Comments

Guided vineyard bicycle tours, stand up paddle, zip-lines and hot rods heat up summer SANTA ROSA, CA – May 30, 2013 – Sonoma County, a region predominantly known for its wine and culinary offerings, is showing visitors its adventurous side with new and exciting activities this summer. From guided vineyard bicycle tours to paddle boarding the Petaluma River, Sonoma’s summer adventures create unique experiences for travelers of all ages. To take … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Bicycle, Bridges, California, Cruising, Culinary travel, Farming, Food and Wine, Golf, Museum, Music, Paddle Boarding, Redwoods, San Francisco, Santa Rosa, Sonoma, Vineyards, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

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