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Visit Zürich – July 2016

July 1, 2016 by DaveLeave a Comment

This small city of approximately 400,000 boasts a diversity of activities and experiences for the visitor ranging from leisurely strolls and shopping through the old city to it's modern enclaves including art centers, food and museums (over 50 museums and galleries are in the city). Zürich-West used to be home to ship building and other factories; today it features a number of cultural and creative endeavors including architecture, unique shops … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Bus Travel, Culture, Drinking, Europe, Food and Wine, Los Angeles, Mountain Climbing, Public Transportation, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Tallest Building, Train Travel

Dubai’s Continued Growth Brings New Attractions

May 13, 2015 by Fiona Moriarty1 Comment

Located at the crossroads of history, Dubai has long been a strategic area for business and entertainment travel. It is a safe and courteous city where most travelers will be surprised at how many distractions there are for tourists. For most travelers, first impressions of Dubai are formed inside the well-contoured International Terminal at Dubai airport, where there are many duty-free shops. Upon leaving the terminal, first-time visitors are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Aquarium, Dubai, Food and Wine, History, Mexico, Palm Trees, Resort, River Rafting, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Tallest Building, Technology

Dubai Tourist Attractions

January 15, 2015 by DaveLeave a Comment

Where can you ski, sand board, shop till you drop, visit a man made island in the shape of a palm tree - all the while in the middle of the desert? All of this can be accomplished in a single day in Dubai - where in a relatively short amount of time this city has become a gleaming oasis in this part of the Middle East. I last visited the city several years ago - the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa had been renamed and it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Desert, Dubai, Los Angeles, Palm Trees, Resort, Sand, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Tallest Building

Sheiks on the Plane, International Airspace

June 9, 2014 by John EdwardsLeave a Comment

John M. Edwards flies into the wild blue yonder from London Heathrow to New York JFK, wedged in between two suspicious-looking suspected terrorists supposedly from the United Arab Emirates. . “Goddammit, there are snakes on the plane!” I couldn’t help but laugh at the drunken comment attributed to Samuel Jackson several aisles behind, followed by the lame “Don’t call me Shirley” from Airplane. While my two outlandishly dressed seatmates … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airline, Airport, Drinking, Fashion, Film, Food and Wine, Houston, London, New Orleans, New York City, Passport, Sand, Ski Trip, Tallest Building

8-year-old triplet boys, with parents, look up, down and all around

September 26, 2013 by Graham ShelbyLeave a Comment

CHICAGO — On our first afternoon in Chicago, my wife, my triplet sons and I set out in the face of a biting wind down Michigan Avenue. These eight-year-olds have never been to a city much bigger than Louisville, Kentucky, where we live. I worry that Chicago will scare or overwhelm them. If this trip goes badly, will Gabrielle and I have to reassure them that no, big cities aren't all bad? What version or vision of Chicago can I show these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Aquarium, Art, Chicago, Dolphin, Kentucky, Michigan, Museum, Paradise, Seafood, Tallest Building, Walking tour, Wildlife

10 Things You Don’t Want to Miss in New York

May 30, 2013 by Julian C.1 Comment

New York really is the city of dreams; with so much to do all day and all night, this city never sleeps and neither will you and your itinerary if you’re after a jam-packed schedule full of things to do and activities to keep you on your feet! The Big Apple has a lot to offer when it comes to attractions but the most thrilling element of it all is the electric atmosphere, the hustle and bustle and the interesting people you meet along the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Drinking, Empire State Building, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Journey, Museum, Natural History, New York City, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Tallest Building, Times Square

Symphony of Lights, Hong Kong – September 2012

September 1, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

The Symphony of Lights is a must visit free attraction that involves more than 40 buildings on both sides of Victoria Harbor (buildings on Kowloon as well as Hong Kong Island). The tallest building in Hong Kong, the Two International Finance Centre, at 415 m (1,360 ft) also plays a role in this light show. According to the Guinness book of world records, it is the world's Largest Permanent Light and Sound Show". There are excellent views from the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Hong Kong, Tallest Building, Walking tour

Los Angeles Athletic Club

October 8, 2010 by Dave4 Comments

We recently stayed at the Los Angeles Athletic Club (a private membership only club but with hotel rooms available to the general public - the first private club in Los Angeles, founded 1880). We stay in a fair amount of National mid to higher end chain hotels and it is very refreshing to find a hotel such as this one with its uniqueness, elegance and history. As soon as we arrived we shot up to the rooftop for some relaxation with a cold one … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Bicycle, Fashion, History, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Mississippi, Spa, Sports, Tallest Building, Train Travel, Walking tour

Empire State Building – October 2010

October 1, 2010 by DaveLeave a Comment

The Empire State Building is definitely one of New York's most visited attractions. It was completed in 1931 and was the world's tallest building for many years. It still towers above the New York City skyline and from either of its two observation decks you will have stellar views in all 360 degrees. It is now New York's 3rd highest building, behind the Freedom Tower and 432 Park Avenue. You might see several ticket vendors outside the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Empire State Building, New York City, Tallest Building

Burj Khalifa (formerly Burj Dubai), UAE – September 2009

September 1, 2009 by DaveLeave a Comment

Burj Khalifa (formerly Burj Dubai) UAE - This is the world's tallest building...by far! It towers above its closest rivals which are the Makkah Clock Royal Tower and the Makkah Clock Royal Tower in Saudi Arabia. When you stand close to its base and look up it is hard to believe humans can create something so tall. It is overwhelming. The building stands more than 800 meters tall over 2600 feet! It topped out at 160+ stories, and well you can do … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Dancing, Dubai, Palm Trees, Resort, Ski Trip, Tallest Building

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