Capital Culture in Canada

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So, let’s just clarify – yes, Canada does have a capital. Do you know where? It’s Ottawa, located in the northeast of Ontario, one of the country’s most populous provinces, and just across the river from the French-speaking Quebec province; this part of town is called Gatineau. These two provinces were considered the most important at the time, so what better place to choose than Ottawa. Or so it seemed – there was a bit of subterfuge involved, probably choosing...

August 21st, 2010 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 1
Filed under: Attractions, Canada, city guide, museum, Shopping, top-feature

Paris by Night

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Paris is arguably the most romantic city in the world. Nightfall is likewise the most romantic time of day. So combining the two, could anything possibly be more romantic than Paris by night?! A view of the Eiffel Tower (map) Sunset on the Avenue des Champs Elysees (map) What could be more romantic than a stroll passed Notre Dame (map)? Musse de Louve (map) at night is as brilliant as the artwork inside Even monuments have an air of romance in the twinkling lights of Paris Photo Selections:...

August 16th, 2010 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 0
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Say Goodbye To Summer

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Now that it is August, it is time to plan all the things that you just “got to do” in Boston before Labor Day and the end of summer. Hit the beach one last time. Massachusetts boasts some spectacular coastline. The top New England beach pick for all-around fun? The 40- mile Cape Cod National Seashore which stretches from Eastham to Provincetown Head to the islands-the Boston Harbor Islands -that is. Explore Georges Island, home to historic Fort Warren- an abandoned Civil War-era...

August 8th, 2010 | Maria Olia | Read More | Comments: 1
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Fly with the Legends of Flight

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At the Reuben H. Fleet Science Center, the Legends of Flight is showing in limited shows at the IMAX Theater. In the hundred-year-plus history of aviation, truly radical new aircraft designs come along only once in a generation. Since the introduction of the wide bodies of the late 1960s and early 1970s (followed by the Boeing 777 in 1994), there have been no truly (game changing” new passenger airliner designs until now, with the development of the Airbus A380 and the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Through...

August 3rd, 2010 | Pam Nagata | Read More | Comments: 0
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The John F. Kennedy Library and Museum

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“We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea, whether it is to sail or to watch-we are going back from whence we came.” The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum overlooking Dorchester Bay is the official library of the 35th U.S. President. Set on a 10-acre park, the Kennedy Library is housed in a dramatic glass and white concrete building that evokes the imagery of a ship . Whether you remember the 1960′s or consider the Camelot years as history, a visit...

July 29th, 2010 | Maria Olia | Read More | Comments: 0
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Summer’s Not Over Yet at SeaWorld

... highlights are the dozen species of sharks at the Shark Encounter; and polar bears, beluga whales, arctic foxes and walruses at Wild Arctic. Other Attractions include “Sea Lions LIVE,” a hilarious sketch-based comedy show starring Clyde and Seamore; Sesame Street Bay of Play, a whimsical play area for kids with family-friendly rides, Sesame Street character meet-and greets and photo opportunities; Journey to Atlantis, a wet and wild water coaster and 130,000-gallon Commerson’s...

July 28th, 2010 | Pam Nagata | Read More | Comments: 1
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Can you go over Niagara Falls in a barrel?

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The rumors are not true: I did not go over Niagara Falls in a barrel. It isn’t for a want of trying – two people have survived going over the falls, though numerous others didn’t fare so well. (Surprisingly, there isn’t a cast of thousands who have went over and didn’t make it – just a handful, really.) Despite my lack of barrel, I did manage to see a good deal of the falls. Here are a few of the on-the-falls highlights that you can’t miss –...

July 26th, 2010 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 1
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Free Friday Fun All Summer Long

... The popular summer series, now in its 2nd year, allows residents and visitors the opportunity to visit some of Massachusetts most popular Attractions for free. Each Friday for 10 weeks of the summer, a designated museum or attraction offers free admission to all. You may want to mark your calendars now for Labor Day weekend when a total of 16 venues throughout the state will offer free admission on either Friday, September 3 or Saturday, September 4. The upcoming Free Friday destinations include: Friday,...

July 22nd, 2010 | Maria Olia | Read More | Comments: 0
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Shark Week at Birch Aquarium

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Shark! If you yell this at a crowded beach you might cause a panic. Because of the movies that portray sharks as being human hunters like Jaws and Finding Nemo, many people are deathly afraid of them. The Birch Aquarium wants to help educate you on the more than 300 types of sharks in the ocean and very few of them actually attack humans. Shark Week begins on Saturday and continues through July 23. Birch Aquarium at Scripps will feature special shark-related lectures and activities. ...

July 16th, 2010 | Pam Nagata | Read More | Comments: 1
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How to Save Money When Visiting a Major City

... to a big city can add up to a lot of money. Most people go to a city to see the sights, so if you are planning to visit many of the major Attractions, a CityPASS or a City Card might be for you! North America – CityPASS In the United States, CityPASSes are available for the following destinations: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Hollywood, Houston, New York, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Southern California, and Toronto. The New York City Pass The New York CityPASS, for example, costs...

July 13th, 2010 | Abbie Mood | Read More | Comments: 0
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Dam Square where Tourists and Locals Meet

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Are you meeting up with friend in Amsterdam? Dam Square and in particular the National Monument is the best place for your rendez-vous. This vast square buzzes with activity all year round. In spring, the fun fair attracts locals and tourists with its Ferris wheel. In summer, street entertainers and buskers mix with horse-drawn carts and marauding tour-guides thrusting their umbrellas proudly to the sky. In winter, Amsterdammers and visitors feed the hungry pigeons. Join the crowd, sit at the foot...

July 12th, 2010 | Marianne Crone | Read More | Comments: 1
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The Newseum Chronicles The Press and Our History

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Plan on spending most of the day at the Newseum in Washington DC as you will be intrigued by the thousands of artifacts, newspapers, memorabilia and video clips on display. As my newest must see museum in the District, the Newseum not only tells the story and history of news reporting, journalism and the evolution of the news media, but is also a chronicle all of the major events in global history. It’s almost impossible to enter any gallery and not be immediately drawn to view something of interest. ...

July 12th, 2010 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 1
Filed under: Attractions, museums, News, newspapers, television

Something Fishy in Seattle

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Interested in finding the freshest fish in Seattle? Fishermen’s Terminal, primary home of the North Pacific Fishing Fleet and mooring spot for fishing and work boats of all sizes, is the place to find it. You can buy delicious fish and shellfish right off the boats docked at the pear at very reasonable prices. And if cooking yourself isn’t your thing, you’ll find the northwest delicacies cooked up and served at restaurants around the Seattle area. Fishermen’s Terminal is also home...

July 11th, 2010 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0
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One of Ireland’s Top Attractions: The Cliffs of Moher

... if they have left the capital city of Dublin, it is usually to see the Cliffs of Moher. While I’m a huge advocate for some of the lesser-known Attractions across the island (such as the wildness of Connemara or the strange rockiness of the Burren) I also was blown away by the Cliffs of Moher. They are even better than they look in pictures. In fact, you can’t even really comprehend them until you’re standing at the edge. I too, visited the Cliffs of Moher during my first trip to...

July 10th, 2010 | Jessica Colley | Read More | Comments: 0
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Flying into Dublin

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If you’re flying into Dublin from the States, the beauty of Ireland will begin before you plane even touches down. I’ve taken the flight many, many times from the East Coast of the States to Dublin, and each time I am blown away again and again by the path the plane takes crossing Ireland. If you’re the kind of traveler that can sleep through the entire red eye flight, set your alarm, have your travel partner wake you up, do whatever is necessary not to miss the first welcoming...

July 9th, 2010 | Jessica Colley | Read More | Comments: 0
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Weekend Roundup: July 9-11

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Ever since Hurricane Alex blew through (-ish), the weather here in Houston has been pretty gloomy and rainy. The forecast through the weekend looks like a mix of hot and sunny and hot and rainy! As I write this, the weather outside my window is crazy: dark, gloomy skies to the northwest and it’s pouring rain, but to the southwest the sun is shining brightly, and lighting up my home office! To accommodate the insane weather, I’ve provided you with a mix of some of my indoor and outdoor...

July 8th, 2010 | Christina Uticone | Read More | Comments: 2
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Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries

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The San Diego Natural History Museum has brought back the Dinosaurs! A traveling exhibition is here until September 6. This popular exhibit breaks through the public’s preconceived notions to introduce a dynamic new vision of dinosaurs and the scientists who study them. The exhibit uses a combination of recent major fossil finds, computer simulations, and provocative life-size models. Examining in greater detail than ever before the scientific sleuthing and the array of investigative...

July 7th, 2010 | Pam Nagata | Read More | Comments: 0
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Jaw Dropping Steals and Deals at SeaWorld

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SeaWorld has some awesome deals to make your visit to the marine-life park more affordable. Purchasing a SeaWorld Fun Card if the perfect option for San Diego residents. For the same price as a one-day ticket, $69 per adult and $59 per child, you can get admission into SeaWorld for the rest of the 2010 for free. Other steals and deals that are jaw dropping are: For each purchase of a Silver Pass for $109, you can get an entire second year for free. Silver Pass offers free parking too! SeaWorld...

July 2nd, 2010 | Pam Nagata | Read More | Comments: 0
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Learning To Love Theme Parks

... twenties – when I backpacked across Europe I pretty much looked down my nose at any other form of travel, and would never deign to visit tourist Attractions. Since having kids, we’ve bitten the bullet, and done the theme park thing. And you know what? We’ve possibly had more fun than our daughter. This summer brings us the slightly more complicated business of a baby to cart along as well, but I know he’ll have a blast too. Living in the great metropolis of Toronto, we’re fortunate enough...

June 24th, 2010 | Corinne McDermott | Read More | Comments: 2
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The Secret (Town) is Out: Visiting Oak Ridge, Tennessee

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Would you work on something that was a secret; that is, something that you didn’t even know about? Would you believe that the residents of Oak Ridge, Tenn., did during the the 1940s. In fact, this secret was so large that it would shape history. And one of the more fascinating things about it is that in 1905, resident and mystic John Hendrix predicted this in a way. Returning to back to the secret, unbeknownst to the workers and residents until 1945, this small valley located in the eastern part...