Before last week's snow had a chance to melt, Boston was hit with another snowstorm this week. According to an article in the Boston Globe, passengers at Logan Airport were among the worst hit in the country this morning, when the airport shut down all but one runway. If you're flying to Boston or from Boston this weekend, then you should check with your airline for any flight updates. Here's wishing you a safe journey this holiday season! … [Read more...]
San Diego Events Guide for Week of 12/21
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Monday, December 24 The San Diego Zoo hosts Team Day at the zoo. Thursday, December 27 (10 am) The Unified Port of San Diego presents the Big Bay Balloon Parade, "America's largest balloon parade." Through Monday, December 31 (various times) LEGOLAND® California hosts their 9th annual Holiday Block Party, complete with twinkling lights, holiday music, and a 30-foot LEGO Christmas tree. San Diego's Union Tribune has even more holiday happenings listed here. Happy travels! … [Read more...]
Oahu Weather Forecast for Week of 12/21
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
This week in Honolulu, temperatures are expected to hover in the 70's for a warm, sunny holiday week (no white Christmas here). Check out the breakdown courtesy of Weather.com: Friday, December 21 Partly cloudy with a high of 79, low of 72 Saturday, December 22 Partly cloudy with a high of 78, low of 72 Sunday, December 23 Mostly sunny with a high of 79, low of 72 Monday, December 24 Mostly sunny with a high of 78, low of 72 Tuesday, December 25 - Merry Christmas! Mostly sunny with a high of 78, low of 72 Wednesday, December 26 Sunny with a high of 78, low of 71 Thursday, December 27 Partly cloudy with a high of 78, low of 71 … [Read more...]
Kid-Friendly Flights with DailyCandy
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Airplane photo uploaded by Kossy@FINEDAYS If you're planning a family vacation, then you'll want to check out DailyCandy's Flights of Antsy post, which is filled with tips and tidbits about which airlines offer birthday cakes, kid-friendly meals, and more. And everyone will appreciate this USA Today article that outlines airline improvements in 2008. Happy travels! … [Read more...]
San Francisco Events for Week of 12/21
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Friday, December 21-Saturday, December 22 (10 am-6 pm) Fisherman's Wharf hosts a free Gingerbread Decorating Contest in the Postal Annex at the North Point Shopping Center. Friday, December 21-Saturday, December 22 (various times) The Quintessence Snow, a Russian-style winter celebration, performs at the Palace of Fine Arts. Wednesday, December 26-Saturday, December 29 (noon and 2 pm) As a special post-holilday treat, the Holiday Animation Film Festival is included in admission to Exploratorium. Through January 1 (various times) Get in the holiday mood with the Reindeer Romp and Ice Skating at the San Francisco Zoo. … [Read more...]
Seattle Holiday Events Guide
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Gingerbread latte from Seattle's Best Coffee Photo uploaded by wrestlingentropy If you're in Seattle this holiday season, there's plenty of events happening all around the city to get you in great spirits! This guide highlights just a smidgen of the fun, as there's a whole list from the Downtown Seattle Association. Just in case it doesn't snow in Seattle this year, Pacific Place has created a "snow" flurry in their four story atrium, which is free to all every night at 6 pm. Check out The Nutcracker March with 60 nutcracker sculptures designed by area artists and businesses from all around the city. To be sure and see them all, here's a map to help guide you. There's tons of fun for everyone at Merry-Time on the Waterfront! There's maritime-themed activites & crafts for the kids and well as special deals for parents. The famed Space Needle also has a grand program of holiday … [Read more...]
New York Events for the Week of 12/20
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Through December 31 The last day to see the exhibit The Glory Days: New York Baseball 1947-1957 will be on Monday, December 31st. Be sure to head on over to the Museum of the City of New York for this retrospective of the glory days of the Yankees, the Giants, and the Dodgers. Through December 29 The Jonathan Levine Gallery presents the final weeks of The Streets of Europe. Featuring new works of urban street scenes by the leading artists of the medium, this exhibit traces the rise of graffiti art into a global movement. Through December 31 Here's your chance to experience the last days of Grand Central Station in all its holiday glory. Featuring holiday shopping, a fair with handmade goods from local artisans, and a kaleidoscope light show, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Saturday, December 29 (10 am) Head on over to the New York City Historical Society for Living History … [Read more...]
Chicago Events for the Week of 12/21
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Through December 29 Be sure to catch The Santaland Diaries by David Sedaris, chronicling his time working as a Macy's Christmas elf. This hilarious show has become a Chicago tradition, so be sure and reserve your tickets early! December 8, 2007 - February 4, 2008 Girls on the Verge: Portraits of Adolescence at the Art Institute of Chicago offers glimpses into female adolescence through the eyes of contemporary artists. November 29, 2007 - January 20, 2008 Redmoon Theater presents Hunchback, an adaptation of Victor Hugo's The Hunchback of Notre Dame. This production uses over 3 styles of puppetry to tell the story, complete with acrobatic feats to delight their audiences. November 23 - December 30 Spice up your holidays with Hipmas Carol, a retelling of the classic story through beat poetry, spoken word, and storytelling. If you're a fan of the original, treat yourself to a modern … [Read more...]
Boston Events for the Week of 12/20
December 20, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Thursday, December 20 (5-9 pm) Head over to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum for Gardner After Hours, happening on the third Thursday of every month. This week's theme is A Solstice Soiree. Thursday, December 20 (5-9 pm) Take advantage of free Thursdays at the Institute of Contemporary Art, sponsored by Target. Friday, December 21 - Sunday, December 23 Catch the last weekend of The Snow Queen, an adaptation of the Hans Christian Anderson tale, at the Firehouse Center for the Arts. Through December 31 Take the kids over to Boston's South Station to admire the holiday train display. After a week-long construction process, the 448-square-foot display is sure to delight all ages. … [Read more...]
Flight Changes on Horizon for 2008
December 19, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Airplane photo uploaded by WTL photos According to a recent USA Today article, changes are in store for next year that could make flying easier and more enjoyable. For instance, JetBlue began testing in-flight email this year and other airlines are expected to follow suit in 2008. New developments in security screening technology will (hopefully) streamline the security process. And several major airports will expand, meaning (presumably) less crowding and more amenities. What do you think of these new developments? Will flying become easier in 2008 or will these trends create additional complications? Leave a comment and let us know! … [Read more...]
