Jellyfish at the New England Aquarium Photo uploaded by Go Card USA With Earth Day approaching on April 22, now is the perfect time to think about how travel impacts the environment. Boston Green Tourism encourages eco-friendly travel by maintaining a list of green restaurants and hotels in the Boston area, plus sharing other green travel resources and news stories. We're encouraging travelers to become more environmentally aware by visiting Boston attractions that educate visitors about plants and animals in our ecosystem. Here are some of our picks. New England Aquarium. With more than 70 exhibits featuring aquatic animals from around the world, the New England Aquarium is the perfect stop for families and fish-lovers of all ages. Harvard Museum of Natural History. The museum features a vast collection of glass flowers used for teaching botany, as well as a 42-foot long prehistoric … [Read more...]
International Village Poster Fair
Vintage Poster Sale Photo uploaded by JoeBehrDenver If you need some stunning new decor to spruce up for place for spring, look no further than the International Village Poster Fair and the Chicago Cultural Center! Over 25 dealers will be exhibiting more than 10,000 posters, dating from the 1890s. From Art Nouveau Belle Epoque images, Art Deco, and Modernist posters, there's something due to draw your attention. Subjects of the works range from WWI and WWII images, food, liquor, transportation, and classic cinematic wonders. The festival runs from March 28-30th and $15 covers admission for the whole weekend, so head on over! … [Read more...]
Top Ten Seattle Attractions
View of Seattle Photo uploaded by fddi1 If you're overwhelmed by all the great things to do in the city of Seattle, the visitors bureau has put together a list of the Top Things You Must See and Do in Seattle to help out those visiting the city. Among the attractions, we're proud to say that our Go Seattle Card includes the Space Needle, Underground Tour, and special 50% off savings for the Tillicum Village Salmon Bake Cruise and Show. For more help planning your visit, check out our itineraries for suggested plans for your days! … [Read more...]
Santa Monica Airport Art Walk
Santa Monica Art Tool Photo uploaded by Xurble On March 29 from 1-5 pm is your opportunity to discover the awesome art during the Santa Monica Airport Art Walk! Sponsored by the airport and the City's Cultural Affairs Division, more than 60 private art studios and galleries on 23rd Street will be open to the public. Tiny offices and hangars have been converted into creative spaces, allowing the imaginations of artists and the community to take "flight." Since this event has been such a hit in the past, we're thrilled to see it back for its 2nd year! … [Read more...]
Orlando’s Best New Restaurants
Table Setting Photo uploaded by galif548 At the end of a big day of sightseeing with your Go Orlando Card, head out to one of these awesome eateries for some big time flavor! For fresh seafood, head over to the Oceanaire Seafood Room, a place that's reminiscent of the splendor of the 1930s and 40s. In the fall, Cuba Libra Restaurant and Rum Bar is a great place to sip on some delicious mojitos. At B.B. King's Blues Club, you can nibble on some ribs while you listen to some fantastic live music. For more ribs, be sure to check out Redrock Canyon Grill, which specializes in Southwest and American Cuisine. For international fare, there's Taverna Opa for Greek, Gol! for Brazilian steak, and Citrus Restaurant serves American food with a distinctive Latin flair. For a complete listing of new places to try, check out Orlando.com! … [Read more...]
Ask the Locals
Chelsea Market Photo uploaded by alexstaubo After you've seen all the top attractions in New York City, the best places often lie just beneath the surface. On NYCvisit.com, they've introduced "Ask The Locals," where you can get the scoop on the hidden gems of the city. Featuring Julianne Moore, Jimmy Fallon, Robert DeNiro, Tiki Barber, and Chuck Close, you'll learn about all their favorite spots, from Italian restaurants to museums. Favorites on the list include the New York City Fire Museum, the Frick Museum, and the Chelsea Market. Are you a local who has some great spots to add to the list? Let us know in a comment! … [Read more...]
CA Sunset Cruise Celebrates 5 Years
Sunset Cruise in San Francisco Bay Photo uploaded by Go Card USA No trip to San Francisco would be complete without time to admire views of San Francisco Bay and the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. To help visitors and locals appreciate the beauty of the Bay Area, San Francisco's Red and White Fleet have offered cruises along the Bay since 1892. This year the Red and White Fleet's California Sunset Cruise celebrates 5 years of service. This relaxed, family-friendly cruise is one of Red and White Fleet's most popular cruises. Don't forget your camera, because you'll want to capture the stunning views of San Francisco Bay at twilight. Other highlights include views of Alcatraz and a delicious buffet created by the renowned sourdough bakery, Boudin. Red and White Fleet also offers a Golden Gate Bay Cruise and a San Francisco Explorer Cruise. … [Read more...]
Go on a Picnic in San Diego
Picnic Tables Photo uploaded by IrisDragon Enjoy the bountiful sunshine of San Diego with a picnic and camping with the whole family! With over 24 parks in the area, there's plenty of picnic groves to suit your style. For areas to play, check out Dos Picos in Ramona, El Monte in Lakeside, or Felicita in Encondido. If you're up for some softball or kickball games, there's Flinn Springs in El Cajon that boasts of a fantastic ball field. For camping, there's also plenty of options! There's Dos Picos in Ramona, Guajome County Park in Oceanside, or Lake Morena in Campo, which has fantastic fishing opportunities as well. Bring the kids, the family pet, frisbees, and food and have a fantastic time outside! … [Read more...]
Massachusetts March Madness
Boston Celtics photo uploaded by compujeramey Do you feel the madness?? March is a crazy time for Bay Staters. Even though we are officially in the Spring Season, the 29 degree temperature isn’t quite the spring you may be thinking of, but the madness doesn’t end there. It is basketball season and the NCAA tournament is in full swing. Even though Massachusetts doesn’t have a representative in the big dance this year, we surely have enough madness to last us through March. If you are planning a sports trip to the Bay State, don’t forget to make a pit stop at the New England Sports Museum. Boston has made a huge footprint in national history and with the success of our local professional sports; we’re making sure that history attracts an audience for all interests. … [Read more...]
Toast of the Town Uncorks in Chicago
Wine photo uploaded by swanksalot Chicago wine lovers are in for a treat when Wine Enthusiast's Toast of the Town 2008 breezes into the Windy City on Thursday, May 1. For one night only, Chicago's Field Museum hosts a spectacular evening of wine and entertainment. The tasting is being touted as "America's premier wine tasting event" and will feature selections from several of Chicago's top restaurants. Guests will be able to sample over 500 wines, spirits, and signature dishes. Cheers! For more on wining and dining in Chicago, check out these posts: Brunch in Chicago New Restaurant Openings in Chicago Chicago Restaurant Week … [Read more...]
