It may be turning frosty in other parts of the U.S., but weather.com predicts another weekend of pleasant warmth with temperatures in the 80s. You can still enjoy some holiday festivities, without the cold with these upcoming Oahu events: Friday, November 30 6th Annual Winter Concert: Members of the Hawai‘i Pacific University International Chorale and Vocal Ensemble and Chamber Orchestra will host an elaborate ensemble of music from around the world, including Brazil, China, Great Britain, Ireland, Italy, Mongolia, the Philippines, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Hawai‘i, and the U.S. mainland. Saturday, December 1 23rd Annual Honolulu Lights: Saturday begins a month celebration of Hawaii's premier holiday event with nightly visits from Santa, Christmas trees and wreaths, and live entertainment that will bring an Aloha spin on traditional holiday festivities. … [Read more...]
San Francisco Events Guide for Week of 11/30
Thursday, November 29- December 23 Jersey Boys at the Curan Theater: Don't miss this Broadway hit that chronicles the story of how blue-collar boys became one of the biggest pop music sensations. Playing at the Curan for a special holiday encore engagement, get your tickets here. Friday, November 30-Sunday, December 2 50th Annual International Auto Show: Take a look at more than 800 vehicles in the bay area's number one international auto show. Friday, November 30 Neon Nights: Rock out to Soul, Funk, Electro this Friday at 222 Club's 80's night. Weekends through December 23 The Great Dickens Christmas Fair: The Cow Palace is transformed into 90,000 square feet of the Charles Dickens' London town complete with pubs, winding lanes of entertainment, dance parties, artisans, and familiar Dickens characters. Theatrical lighting, decorations, food, and actors representing characters from … [Read more...]
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Image uploaded by Go Card USA Since we're avid travelers and web surfers, it was only a matter of time before we succumbed to the tempting, time-bending world known as facebook. If you're already on the site, then we'd love to connect. Adding us will help you stay to date on special sales, travel news, and other tidbits. So, what are you waiting for? Join us on facebook! … [Read more...]
Boston Events for the Week of 11/29
Friday, November 30 (8 pm) Join the Boston Conservatory for their Winter Tableau Concert Series at Seully Hall. Juventas will be presenting 8 works by today's most talented composers under 35 with an eclectic selection of music from various genres. Saturday, December 1-Sunday, December 2 (10 pm - 10 pm) The "inmates" at Improv Asylum perform a full 24 hours of comedy as a fundraiser for Globe Santa. One $10 ticket lets you come and go as much as you'd like. Saturday, December 1 (8:30 am) Help raise money for the Special Olympics by participating in this year's Jolly Jaunt 5K in Boston Common. If you're not running or walking in the race, you can always donate to the participating teams and still help out. Saturday, December 1 (11 am - 5 pm) Attending Fenway Open Studios is a wonderful way to support the local artists who work there and pick up some gifts for the holidays. Built in … [Read more...]
New York City Events for the Week of 11/29
November 19 - December 29 The Grand Central Station Holiday Fair is underway in Vanderbilt Hall with offerings from jewelry to fun gifts for kids. Keep warm at this great indoor festival and get your holiday shopping done in a snap. November 28 - December 31 The Alvin Ailey Dance Theater perform their masterpiece Revelations as well as a rotation of their new pieces at New York's City Center for the next month. Each day is different, so be sure to check the schedule! Saturday, December 1 (9 am) Join the New York Bird Club with a guided nature walk tour of Central Park. Lead by an experienced birdwatcher, this tour will make use of your binoculars by showing all the wildlife that Central Park has to offer. Sunday, December 2 (10:30 am - 2:30 pm) Celebrate Hanukkah at the 92nd Street YMCA with their Hanukkah Festival! Bring the whole family and build a Menorah, make your own candles, … [Read more...]
Chicago Events for the Week of 11/29
November 22 - December 24 In its 12th year, the Christkindlmarket brings the traditional German Christmas market to families in Chicago. A favorite of locals, it's become a Chicago institution to take part in the unique holiday shopping, German food and drinks, and all the holiday entertainment. November 30 - December 24 Lend a hand to the Fairy Godmother Foundation this season by participating in their gift-wrapping events leading up to the holidays. The foundation raises awareness and grants wishes for terminally ill adults, much like the Make a Wish Foundation does for children. Friday, November 30 (7 pm) For one night only, join the Chicago Art Department for the first ever showing of "The Wild, The Beautiful, & The Damned," featuring photography from the 1970s San Francisco Bay Area Scene by Larry Schorr. Saturday, December 1 (7 pm) Join the Old Town School of Folk Music as … [Read more...]
Seattle Events for the Week of 11/29
Saturday, December 1 (11 am - 5 pm) The third annual Urban Craft Uprising will be held this weekend at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. With 120 eclectic indie crafters selling their handmade wares, this is a hip place to get your holiday shopping done! Saturday, December 1 (1 - 10 pm) The third annual (hmm...seems to be a trend in Seattle...) Winter Beer Festival will be hosted by the Washington Beer Commission. Featuring winter warmer beers from over 30 local breweries, you're certain to find a new drink of choice for this chilly season. Saturday, December 1 (12 - 7 pm) Join Floating Leaves Tea as they showcase their new Japanese teas and antique Japanese teawares. Tastings are available as you sign up at the door as well as demonstrations for making mochi and Takoyaki. Saturday, December 1 - Sunday, December 2 (noon & 4 pm) The Seattle Center presents two free showings of … [Read more...]
3 Tips for Family Travel in Orlando
Photo uploaded by *davierae* To many parents and their kids, Orlando is a dream vacation, but it also presents challenges to their wallet and sometimes even more so, their patience. Tourists who want to do and see it all can easily get stressed out. Here are a couple of tips before you go. Have a daily budget in mind. Aside from purchasing multiple day passes, there are plenty of free or lower cost attractions which the whole family can enjoy. Performed twice daily for free, the March of the Peabody Hotel Ducks is great fun for kids. A half day in Winter Park is also a great way to escape the theme park crowds. Stroll up Park Avenue and duck into one of the unique shops and end up at the Winter Park Scenic Boat Tours. If you are going to the theme parks and are able to do so, pack a lunch as the food at the parks can get expensive. For food outside of the theme parks, you could use … [Read more...]
Traveling to San Diego by RV
Photo uploaded by Lance and Erin San Diego is a great spot to take a trip by RV. The Chula Vista RV Resort is first class with wonderful amenities such as parks and a waterfront marina. On their site you can sometimes find last minute specials, particularly in the winter time (rates range from $18 - $50 a day). If you don’t want to tow a car behind your RV, you’ll find the car rental rates from Enterprise Rent a Car to be very low. Enterprise will also send someone to pick you up, so if you time it right, renting a car is a breeze. From Chula Vista, you can easily access downtown San Diego, or even drive down to Baja, Mexico. The Chula Vista RV Resort also has community activities available for its guests. With such perfect weather year round, you’ll surely want to extend your stay in San Diego – many people will spend an entire season in our city! … [Read more...]
Travel Gifts for Everyone on Your List
Photo uploaded by decor8 Holiday shopping can be quite a difficult task. With our holiday gift guide for your jetsetting family members, co-workers, or friends, you'll have perfect gifts in no time. For those who like the quiet... Tune out all those rowdy passengers on the plane with the Targus Active Noise Cancellation Headphones. Perfect for airline travel, they fold for easy portability and also come with an adapter plug for in-flight entertainment. For the reader... Get the bibliophile in your life something they can really sink their teeth into. With the Conde Nast Traveler Book of Unforgettable Journeys: Great Writers on Great Places, you'll have them inspired to see all those places they've always wanted to! For the guy on the go... Give him a backpack he can fit all his travel essentials in with L. L. Bean's Maine Guide Rucksack. Whether he's hiking or hitting the museums … [Read more...]
