Carmel is a picturesque small town with a variety of art galleries, boutique hotels and tucked away restaurants. To some people Carmel may be categorized by only two words: art galleries. This town was established in 1904 by a group of artists and writers as a retreat center. The original flavor of the town is still preserved today. It has a unique individuality and small village charm. There are many different architectural styles, many … [Read more...]
Monterey, CA – More Info
The Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce is located at 380 Alvarado St in Monterey, CA 93940. They can also be reached at Phone Number (408) 649-1770. | www.mpcc.com The Carmel Business Association is located at San Carlos between 5th and 6th Streets. P.O. Box 4444, Carmel CA 93921. Their Phone Number is (408) 624-2522. | www.carmelcalifornia.org Pacific Grove is not written about in this article but we have included their Chamber of … [Read more...]
Oaxaca, Mexico – Festivals
Oaxacan Festivals are the most exciting times of the year in Oaxaca; many have religious significance. Participants in certain festivals will parade between churches in order to complete a variety of rituals. Others march around the zocalo wearing ornate costumes. December is a popular festival month but festivals are held at certain times throughout the year. Guelaguetza is perhaps the largest and most exciting Oaxacan festival. This … [Read more...]
Mt. Whitney, CA – Lone Pine
Lone Pine is a small town of about 2000 people with one stoplight in the entire town. Its most well known for three things; gateway to the Alabama Hills, a popular location for filming movies, television shows and commercials and home of the Whitney Portal Road leading to the Mt. Whitney trail head (this road starts in town). Incidentally Mt. Whitney was first climbed by three residents of Lone Pine on August 18, 1873. The town also offers … [Read more...]
Spokane, WA – Coeur d’ Alene
Coeur d' Alene is the name of a city (population 30,600) and also a lake. Lake Coeur d' Alene has been called "one of the 5 most beautiful in the world" by National Geographic. And one can experience this relaxing on her shores some warm summer day. When the sun is out the water is extremely blue. Pine trees grow around the water's edge and forests cover the surrounding hills. The resort town of the same name is located along its shores. A … [Read more...]
Vancouver, Canada – Annual Events
While these events are annual, the specific dates may change. It is best to visit the website or call for information. The area code for all phone numbers is 604. January -Polar Bear Swim Phone Number: 732-2304 February -Chinese New Year Celebration Phone Number: 687-0729 -Chutzpah Festival: www.chutzpahfestival.com -Lunar Fest - contemporary expression of Asian arts & culture: www.lunarfest.org -Push, … [Read more...]
Santa Rosa, CA – Annual Events
This is only a partial listing of events. Music, arts, wine and food. Common themes. In addition to the annual events listed below, a number of seasonal events are held in Santa Rosa throughout the year. Looking no further then downtown, the weekly Wednesday night market is held from early June to early September. Vendors fill and pedestrians fills some of the space at Old Railroad Square and part of 4th Street is closed to vehicular traffic. … [Read more...]
Santa Rosa, CA – More Info
Here are some Phone Numbers & websites that may prove to be helpful for finding more information about vacationing in Santa Rosa. Greater Santa Rosa Conference and Visitors Bureau can be reached at Phone Number (707) 577-8674 or Phone Number 1-800-404-ROSE. www.visitsantarosa.com You can also write them at: Santa Rosa Conference & Visitors Bureau | 637 First Street Santa Rosa, CA 95404 Sonoma County Convention and Visitors Bureau … [Read more...]
Lake Tahoe, CA – Event Calendar
This is only a small sampling of the events that occur throughout the year. Many ski resorts have events planned throughout the ski season. January -Winter Celebration at Heavenly Ski Resort. Event includes ski races, fireworks, & ice sculpting. February -Cross Country Ski and Food Festival at Northstar at Tahoe -Snowfest Winter Carnival has been held annually since 1982, events and activities for families on Tahoe's … [Read more...]
Lake Tahoe, CA – Parks
Burton Creek State Park is over 1,800 acres and is Tahoe's second largest state park. There are over 12 miles of fire roads for either hiking or biking. This park is open for day use only and is located on Highway 28 just three miles north of Tahoe City. For more information call Phone (916) 525-7982. D.L. Bliss State Park is located 8 miles south of Tahoma on Highway 89. This is a 1200 acre park with 5 miles of hiking trails and 168 … [Read more...]