Photo uploaded by Californian Em The weather is gorgeous. With clear skies and temperatures in the mid-70's, this is the perfect time of year for a segway tour. Since the kids have gone back to school, the lines are shorter at attractions like Pacific Park and the Hollywood Museum. Special fall festivals including Dia de los Muertos and the Fall Festival at the LA Farmer's Market. Fall sales at The Grove, The Beverly Center, and The Third Street Promenade. … [Read more...]
The Nature Lover’s Guide to the Bay Area
October 30, 2007 By 1 Comment
Muir Woods photo uploaded by genewolf Part of what makes San Francisco so unique is the proximity of the city to incredible natural beauty. A bustling metropolis just steps away from hiking trails, state parks, beaches, and sweeping views can satisfy both the urban enthusiast and outdoorsy nature lover. Whether you crave a heart-pumping hike, a leisurely stroll, or a lounge chair, the San Francisco area can quench your thirst for fresh, sea air. Marin Headlands: While still in view of the city, you can lose yourself in the natural beauty that combines beaches, rolling hills, dramatic cliffs, and unique animal and plant life. The Wolf Ridge Loop is an excellent hike for the outdoorsy visitor looking for great views, a taste of history, and some exercise. The hike takes you on a vertical climb of 880 feet from sea level at the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge into the heart of the … [Read more...]
Honolulu Downtown Gallery Walk
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Downtown Honolulu Photo uploaded by louhamilton23 This Friday, why not check out the First Friday gallery walk in downtown Honolulu? Held on the first Friday of each month from 5 to 9 pm, First Friday is a collaborative effort with the art galleries, shops, and restaurants in downtown Honolulu, bringing together Hawaiian art, culture, and cuisine for an unforgettable evening of entertainment. This self-guided tour includes 25 downtown art spots including the Hawaii Heritage Center and "Live from the Lawn," a free live performance held in front of the Hawaii State Art Museum. Check out the complete list of participating galleries. … [Read more...]
Working Out on the Go
October 30, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Photo uploaded by Mike Baird One of the (very few) downsides of going on vacation is trying to keep up your exercise and healthy eating habits on the go (just ask my abs after I took a week-long Caribbean cruise earlier this year, 24 hour buffets and $4 drink specials are tough to resist!). That's why we've compiled a few helpful suggestions for keeping in shape on your trip to southern California: If you're up for an adventure, then you could rent a kayak and bike to go exploring. You'll get a great workout as you see sights including the Gaslamp District, Mission Bay, and more. For some lighter exercise paired with sightseeing, try the Hotel Del Coronado Walking Tour. This legendary seaside resort offers unique architectural charm and gorgeous views. Athletic-Minded Traveler has even more ideas for keeping in shape on vacation. Their guides cover dozens of cities in the United … [Read more...]
Carnival of Cities
October 30, 2007 By Leave a Comment
This week's Carnival of Cities, hosted by The Digerati Life, includes posts from this blog and across the blogosphere. The carnival features posts on everything from budget travel in London to the fires in San Diego, so check it out. … [Read more...]
Tour Carrie Bradshaw’s Favorite Places
October 30, 2007 By 1 Comment
Sarah Jessica Parker, aka Sex and the City's Carrie Bradshaw Photo uploaded by youdenism The streets of NYC have gone Hollywood now that the girls of Sex and the City are back and filming the much-anticipated Sex and the City movie. Recent photos of the filming have leaked across the internet – and they show Sarah Jessica Parker’s stylish character, Carrie Bradshaw, decked out in a bridal gown! Could our favorite single gal pal really be off the market? Well, it will be hard to keep the storyline under wraps for too much longer since there are about 150 crew members and innumerable passerby sneaking a peek at the action each day. If you’re addicted to all things “cosmopolitan” and can’t wait for the SATC movie to make its way into theaters, then check out the Sex and the City Hotspots Tour run by On Location Tours. The tour incorporates over 40 locations, including … [Read more...]
Chicago Architecture
October 30, 2007 By 1 Comment
Photo uploaded by Donnaphoto Right now I'm reading Devil in the White City, which chronicles the architects and other personalities behind the Chicago World's Fair (highly recommended read, by the way). Back in 1893, visitors flocked to Jackson Park to marvel at the impressive, classically-inspired buildings designed by Daniel Burnham and his team of architects. Nowadays, visitors go to the Chicago ArchiCenter (also designed by Daniel Burnham) to learn about Chicago's world-class buildings. The ArchiCenter offers walking tours and also has several notable events coming up, so click here to view their program calendar. … [Read more...]
World Series Champions 2007!
October 29, 2007 By Leave a Comment
photo uploaded by Night Owl City We here at Go Card Boston would like to congratulate the Red Sox on their World Series win! From the notorious Curse of the Bambino to World Series wins in 2004 and 2007, our guys have come a long way. It's been one heck of a trip from trailing the Cleveland Indians from 3-1 during the playoffs to coming back to win, then taking the World Series title for the second time in four years. As MVP of the series Mike Lowell said, "It's unbelievable. I'm on cloud nine." Boston is nothing short of jubilant, celebrating this win with an autumnal chill in the air. Red Sox Nation has a sparkle in its eye, looking forward to what the future holds for these underdogs turned champions. … [Read more...]
Fire Update for 10/29
October 29, 2007 By Leave a Comment
If you're planning a trip to southern California, then you'll be happy to hear that fire crews managed to contain all fires within San Diego city limits this weekend. The air quality has improved and tourist attractions have reopened for business, so you should be set for a great trip. To help travelers whose travel plans have already been impacted by the fires, several airlines including American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and US Airways have decided to waive their flight-change fees, saving passengers up to $100 each. … [Read more...]
Fire Update for 10/29
October 29, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Over the weekend, fire crews managed to contain all fires within city limits. The air quality has improved and tourist attractions have reopened for business. Click here for fire updates from the city of San Diego's website. And now for more good news... several airlines including American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and US Airways have opted to waive flight-change fees for those impacted by the fires, saving passengers up to $100 each. Speaking of airlines, word on the jetway is that Virgin America will be adding flights to San Diego in the near future, giving tourists yet another option for traveling to San Diego. Happy travels! … [Read more...]
