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The Glamour of Dubai – Guest Post

December 12, 2012 by Dave2 Comments

Drenched in money, glitz and glamour, Dubai is a millionaire’s dream. However, us mere mortals aren’t left out when it comes to visiting this spectacular Middle Eastern destination, with more and more budget friendly accommodation springing up. Thankfully so, as there’s so much to see and do, it would be a shame to miss it. Flights head east all year, with reasonable fares to be found. Lower the cost even further, and add in a world of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Middle East · Tagged: Airport, Architecture, Beach, Desert, Dubai, Restaurants, Shopping Mall

Hollywood’s Latest Studio Attraction

December 9, 2012 by Dave2 Comments

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NOTE: this show was canceled in early 2013 - however you can still read about our experiences below as an audience member. The Jeff Probst Show is one of the hottest tickets in Hollywood right now - and for good reason. While no stranger to television, this is five time Emmy award winner Jeff's first television talk show. Jeff is an engaging host - and his show features interesting people with inspirational stories. Jeff knows a happy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Los Angeles · Tagged: Art, California, Hollywood, Internet, Massage

Betty White Rings in Grinchmas at Universal Studios Hollywood!

December 9, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

This past Thursday we were invited to an event at Universal Studios - featuring long time actress Betty White (90 years young and looking great!). She was there to receive the "Who-Manitarian of the Year" award - a play on words tied into the holiday season and the Christmas Grinch. Besides being an accomplished actress, Ms. White has also dedicated her life to the welfare of animals. Her lifelong dedication to animal welfare has earned her … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Celebrity, Christmas, Holiday Season, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Music, Shopping Mall, Universal Studios, Wedding, Wildlife, Zoo

Magic Slope and Magic Meal

December 9, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

The weather is slowly getting colder and colder this week. Today we headed out of town to the "magic slope" where you can seemingly sit on a bike and move "uphill" without peddling. It took about an hour to get here. Once we arrived we parked at the entrance as they wouldn't let us enter because of all the black ice covering the steep road up to the 'spot'. Our driver exited our vehicle and walked over to purchase tickets at the booth. As he … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, Bicycle, Food and Wine, Restaurants, Walking tour

Oakland Museum of California continues Transformation

December 8, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Natural History and Ecology of Mount Shasta to be Featured as One of Seven Significant Areas of Focus OMCA Celebrates Multilayered Story of California’s Natural World, Giving Voice to Range of Perspectives and Fostering Dialogue and Discovery Opening May 31, 2013, OMCA’s Reinstalled Gallery of California Natural Sciences Showcases California As One of the World’s Top Biodiversity ‘Hotspots’ (Oakland, CA)—The Oakland Museum of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, California, Culture, Desert, Food and Wine, History, Museum, Natural History, Oakland, Sacramento, Sand, Scuba Diving, Volcano, Whales, Wildlife, Yosemite National Park

Quito, a Top Destination to Visit in 2013

December 8, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

New York – December 8, 2012 - National Geographic Traveler named the city of Quito one of the top destinations to visit in 2013 in its current issue. A UNESCO World Heritage site, Quito’s historic center with its many museums, countless churches and other historic sites is located in the center of the world at latitude 0. In addition, Quito’s diverse landscape provides its visitors with the opportunity to be adventurous and take nature walks, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airport, Andes, Animal Rescue, Art, Bicycle, Culinary travel, Culture, Ecuador, Journey, Mountain Climbing, National Geographic, National Park, New York City, Volcano, Wildlife

7 Souvenirs You’ll See at Every Single Caribbean Port

December 7, 2012 by Charli RadkeLeave a Comment

Caribbean cruise passengers spend twice as much money on souvenirs compared to people who take land vacations. Unfortunately, it's not because the wares you find at each port are so unique. In fact, here's a few seemingly original Caribbean treasures that you're sure to see over and over each time you leave the ship. #1 Caribbean Rum Whether you're a Pirates of the Caribbean fan or not, a bottle of Caribbean rum seems like a must-have … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Bermuda, Caribbean, Cruising, Drinking, Fashion, Flowers, Lifestyle, Puerto Rico, Shopping Mall, Technology

Weekend in Bangkok

December 5, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

Bangkok is truly one of the world's great cities - it is a thriving hub of activity both day and night. A world class airport connects to the city via a raised skytrain - which in turn connects to the metro. Bangkok is well known for its horrendous traffic - but with public transportation you can avoid a number of these traffic jams. Budget travelers can head straight to Sukhumvit Road on the skytrain - this is a central area from which to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Asia, Backpacking, Bangkok Thailand, Beer, Food and Wine, Markets, Massage, Nightlife, Public Transportation, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall, South East Asia, Spa, Street Food, Traffic, Tropical Fruit, Walking tour

Antiquing & Wine Tasting in Shenyang

December 5, 2012 by Dave2 Comments

Today was another fun filled day in Shenyang. The group that is hosting us owns a number of incredible antique stores - featuring some of China's finest wood furniture from the Ming and Qing dynasties. A couple of pieces certainly stand out: the largest ancient sandalwood closet in all of China, an amazing large piece of amber with a million year old scorpion preserved perfectly inside, and a huge quartz crystal rock with a number of partially … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Art, China, Museum, Napa Valley, Shopping Mall, Wine Tasting

Travelling in Prague on a Budget

December 3, 2012 by Agness Walewinder2 Comments

Why go to Prague? The capital city of the Czech Republic is one of the most picturesque places in all of Europe – with its ancient history and diverse and mixed architectural styles. Prague is not only a sophisticated and calm city, but also extremely hospitable. Delicious Czech food, breathtaking historical monuments, old churches and galleries, traditional architecture – Prague has it all and the city cannot wait to share it with you. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Architecture, Bakeries, Bridges, Bus Travel, Castle, China, Chocolate, Czech Republic, Europe, Food and Wine, History, Journey, Music, Paris, Photography, Portugal, Restaurants, Spain, Surfing, Sushi

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