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12 Mountain Travel Destinations Near Lake Arrowhead

August 5, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

When you think of a "Southern California vacation" you might think of the glitz and glam of Hollywood or perhaps Disneyland or Universal Studios. You might even think of the beach, but how about the mountains? For families looking for travel destinations off the beaten path, the San Bernardino Mountains offer a variety of adventures worth seeing while you're in California. Here are some of the most popular destinations near the town of Lake … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Beach, Beer, Bicycle, Big Bear, Bus Travel, California, Canada, Christmas, Cruising, Disneyland, Fishing, Food and Wine, Hiking, History, Hollywood, Hot springs, Mexico, Mountain Climbing

Japan’s Wine Country, Visit Katsunuma, Yamanashi Prefecture – August 2023

August 1, 2023 by Dave1 Comment

The wine region of Katsunuma is located about 2 hours from the Shinjuku metro station in Tokyo. The Shinjuku Expressway Bus Terminal is a short walk from the Shinjuku metro station – buses leave regularly from here passing through Katsunuma-town in the Yamanashi-prefecture. Passengers using bus service to reach Chateau Mercian should exit the bus at the Katsunuma bus stop – from this stop it is about a 15-20 minute walk to the winery, mostly on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bus Travel, Food and Wine, Japan, Museum, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Top Arts Districts Across the US and Abroad

July 21, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

Lower Town Arts District in Paducah, Kentucky Paducah's oldest neighborhood, Lower Town Arts District is famous for the award-winning Artist Relocation Program that prompted its colorful revitalization, which continues today with the Paducah School of Art & Design. The arts district is populated with working artists, students and artists-in-residence who add to the city's vibrant artistic landscape. The work of Paducah's resident artists can be … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Canyon, Caribbean, Christmas, Culture, Dubai, Fashion, Florida, Food and Wine, History, Jamaica, Kentucky, Lifestyle, Markets, Mexico, Mississippi, Museum, Music, New York City

Dole Welcomes Visitors and Locals Wanting to Experience an Authentic Working Hawaiian Pineapple Farm

July 11, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

Guests of the Dole North Shore Pineapple Farm Tour can follow pineapples from planting to harvesting to packing and get a free DOLE® Royal Hawaiian Pineapple WAHIAWA, Oahu, Hawaii – Dole Food Company Hawaii, part of Dole plc, has launched a hands-on, behind-the-scenes agricultural tour of the original Dole pineapple farm on Oahu in Hawaii. For visitors and locals wanting an authentic, small-group, locally guided tour, it's the only experience … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Chocolate, Coffee, Food and Wine, Hawaii, History, Markets

Planning Your Gap Year: Top 5 Countries to Explore

July 6, 2023 by Emili WoolserLeave a Comment

The word "education" might bring to mind classrooms, textbooks, essay writer duties and exams. But as any seasoned traveler will tell you, some of life's most impactful lessons happen outside the traditional classroom. This is the allure of a gap year - a break taken by students between high school and college or during college, offering an opportunity to travel, work, volunteer, or pursue a unique interest. The idea of a gap year, however, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa, Australia, Beach, Costa Rica, Culture, Food and Wine, Gap Year, India, Journey, South Africa, Spain, Thailand, Travel Insurance, Visa, Volunteer, Wildlife

San Diego Botanic Garden Ushers in Summer Season with Concert Series Reprise and Major Exhibition Announcement

July 1, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

Summer Nights Returns to Encinitas 37-Acre Urban Oasis While Savage Gardens Will Have a Four Month Residency in the Garden's Conservatory Encinitas, Calif. – San Diego Botanic Garden (SDBG) is beckoning locals and travelers alike with a summer lineup featuring a fresh slate of events. The fan-favorite Summer Nights (July 13 – August 17, 2023) will be returning on select Thursdays and feature extended hours until 8 p.m., concerts, special … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, California, Dessert, Drinking, Food and Wine, Garden, Music, North America, Paris, San Diego, Shanghai, Wildlife, Wine Tasting

Exploring the Midwest of the United States of America

July 1, 2023 by Dave5 Comments

I stopped in Chicago, one of my favorite food and wine towns in the entire country. I enjoyed some exceptional wine and food at the Greek Restaurant Avli on the Park on top of a tall building just up from the waterfront. I headed south that evening, arriving in South Chicago. It was very dark. I arrived on a street filled with people running around, yelling, drinking and cars double parked. I felt out of my element. My desired space for the night … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Art, Canals, Casino, Cell Phone, Chicago, Drinking, Food and Wine, Indiana, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Resort, Restaurants, Vineyards, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

A Perfect Day In Byron Bay, Australia

June 12, 2023 by Kate RaeLeave a Comment

There is little need to introduce Byron Bay. Most travelers have either visited Byron Bay, NSW or have the destination firmly added to their Australia travel bucket list. The breezy town on NSW's North Coast is famous for its abundance of beaches as well as its hinterland of rainforest, artistic neighborhood, and inventive culture. Once the preferred hangout of hippies and bohemian sea changers, it has since attracted forward-thinking … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Australia · Tagged: Australia, Beach, Beer, Celebrity, Coffee, Culture, Fashion, Food and Wine, Garden, Ireland, Markets, Mountain Climbing, Music, Paradise, Pizza, Rainforest, Restaurants, Sand, Seafood, Shopping Mall

Leavenworth Adventure Park Boasts Washington State’s First Alpine Coast

June 11, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

LEAVENWORTH, Wash. – June 10, 2023 — Boasting Washington State's first Alpine Coaster, the Leavenworth Adventure Park celebrated its Grand Opening on June 1, 2023. The park is set on a gorgeous mountain at the entrance to the Tumwater Canyon, just a short walk from Leavenworth's downtown. Dave Moffett is the Leavenworth Adventure Park lead developer. Moffett ran his family business for many years, the ski resorts at Snoqualmie Pass, and has … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Canyon, Cruising, Food and Wine, River Rafting, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Walking tour

All Are Welcome in Pasadena” Kicks off June in Pasadena, California

June 8, 2023 by DaveLeave a Comment

Pasadena, California (June 2023) - June in Pasadena is especially pretty, with live music and arts and cultural events popping up across the city's popular shopping, dining, cultural, and landmark areas. The enchanting rose gardens are in full bloom, pride events paint the town, and Visit Pasadena, the city's official tourism organization, celebrates pride with a citywide Pride campaign with the simple, yet powerful message that "All Are Welcome … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Bicycle, California, Castle, Culture, Drinking, Festival, Food and Wine, Garden, Golf, History, Los Angeles, Mountain Climbing, Music, Pasadena, Pizza, Restaurants, Romantic, San Diego

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