There are quite a few of these “Top 7 Tips” out there on the internet. I’ll try to add something to that with my own personal Top 7 Tips for beginning ukulele players. When I bought my first ukulele I was completely unprepared, but I had the advantage of having some guitar background though. I’ll try to give you some really useful tips that will give you a jump start when you begin playing the ukulele. 1. Get a decent ukulele. This is the … [Read more...]
Exploring Shanghai
Shanghai is among the world's largest cities by population. Two airports serve this major metropolis: Hongqiao International Airport (more domestic flights) and Pudong International. The metro connects both airports to the center of town and outlying suburbs. The fastest train in the world, the Maglev connects Pudong Airport to the metro system. Air pollution is certainly a problem here - during the Shanghai Expo in 2010 factories were shut down … [Read more...]
Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Mission at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex with July Special Events
10, 9, ignition sequence start,6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, zero. All engines running. Liftoff! We have a liftoff! Thirty-two minutes past the hour. Liftoff on Apollo 11!'" --Jack King, NASA Chief of Public Information, July 16, 1969 'Liftoff! We have liftoff!' CAPE CANAVERAL – KENNEDY SPACE CENTER – The countdown is on! This July will mark 50 years since the historic Apollo 11 mission launched for its journey to the Moon from LC-39 at Kennedy … [Read more...]
Giant Serpent and Scorpion Sculptures in Borrego Springs, CA
The Search is On The road trip from Palm Desert to Galleta Meadows is speckled with rolling hills, dramatic crevices, and a few ocotillos. We saw a couple four wheelers and an off road motocross trail, but the drive is rural, i.e. make sure to fill up on gas beforehand. This was my first trip into the desert and my interest was piqued -- I needed to see these massive desert sculptures for myself. We put 'Galleta Meadows' in the GPS and drove … [Read more...]
8 Cultural Things to Do in Winnipeg
Are you into Culture, History and Art? Winnipeg is the ultimate destination for it all. Though the capital of Manitoba has only a population of 800,000 people, the ethnic and religious diversity makes Winnipeg an incredibly interesting and culturally and artistically enriching city to visit for a few days. Here are 7 cultural stuff to do in Winnipeg. CANADIAN MUSEUM FOR HUMAN RIGHTS Officially opened in 2014, Canadian Museum for Human … [Read more...]
Sri Lanka Destination Guide
Sri Lanka has never really been on my bucket list of countries to see. However, I was recently invited to a destination wedding in this country and decided to take the opportunity to discover the island and what it has to offer. Sri Lanka truly has something for everyone, from its laid-back beach towns, spectacular train journeys, to historical ruins, to tea estates to hiking up mountain peaks. This island nation has been voted top country for … [Read more...]
Philadelphia’s Long Heritage of Public Markets and Food Halls Continues Growing
When visiting a city for a few days even as a dedicated well researched traveler, it's difficult to cover all the can't-miss attractions let alone sample the wide crosscut of renowned food and beverage offerings. Markets and food halls provide a solution with an array of choices under one roof instead of visiting each establishment individually scattered across many neighborhoods. One of the first in the United States, Philadelphia's public … [Read more...]
5 Great Things to Do in Prague
Prague is a stunning city - well-known, but often not spoken of in the same manner as the most popular cities in Europe, such as London, Paris, or Rome. However, as more people find out about this beautiful Czech capital, its place on the radar for world travelers increases. If you have a trip to Prague planned, these are five things you absolutely must do during your time in Prague! Prague Castle Most going to Prague anticipate that Prague … [Read more...]
A Glimpse Of Davao City
This busy metropolis on the southeastern island of Mindanao is one of the world’s largest cities in terms of land area. Since the 1970s when the city gained the earmark of being the “killing fields” of the Philippines —a “murder city”— Davao has dramatically transformed. But since 1988 it has become the safest city in the country and one of the most livable cities in Asia. Famous as the home turf of once legendary mayor (and now Philippine … [Read more...]
Greater Manchester Media Update: What’s New in February 2019
For the latest and greatest in Manchester, UK read on. Or visit www.visitmanchester.com NEWLY OPENED: EAT: Mowgli Oxford Road Indian street food restaurant Mowgli, has opened its second Manchester restaurant at University Green situated on Oxford Road. Continuing Mowgli's trademark, founder Nisha Katona will be banishing Indian food stereotypes with a stunning menu of fresh and authentic, healthy, flavour-packed dishes with tonnes of … [Read more...]
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