February 28th, 2007
Location: Napa Valley Vineyard.
One of my most enjoyable weekend trips is to spend time wine tasting in the Napa Valley (California). While several large, major wineries are located in Napa, I’ve found that some of the most fun are the smaller, limited production, family wineries.
Photo: Aaron Logan
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By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments
February 27th, 2007
There has been lots of reports and discussion about the possibility of cell phone use being allowed on airlines.
Currently, cell phones must be turned off prior to closing the main cabin door, remain off during flight (unless they hae a dual mode/non-transmit option), and can be turned back on again and used during taxi in.
Proposed […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment
February 26th, 2007
Grand Canyon National Park was designated a national park on February 26, 1919, and is one of the oldest national parks in the United States. It is located within Arizona, near Flagstaff, and within the parks lies the Grand Canyon, considered to be one of the major natural wonders of the world.
Although the Grand Canyon is […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments
February 25th, 2007
Where in the World have I been?
Here’s a link to a map which visually lays out the US States and countries of the world that I’ve visited. I’m not counting the location if I’ve only touched down at the airport to make a connection. I actually have to have left the airport for it to count.
You’ll […]
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February 25th, 2007
This weekend, the New York Botanical Garden invites us to break out of our winter doldrums with a visit to fifth annual Orchid Show: An Exhibition and Sale of Fine Orchids.
This year’s event opens on Saturday, February 24th, and runs for six weeks, culminating on Easter Sunday, April 8th.
The Orchid Show features museum-quality orchid exhibits […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment
February 24th, 2007
When I’m working, I stay at pretty middle of the road hotels. They are conveniently located near the airport, have most business amenities and services, and all seem pretty much the same. There’s nothing wrong with most of them — but they certainly don’t have any “WOW” factor.
The only time I get a peek at […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment
February 23rd, 2007
In the March 2007 edition of Fast Company magazine, blogging pal Mark Ashley of Upgrade Travel Better wrote a great article about the changing rental car industry.
Mark observes:
Online check-in and on-site kiosks have quickly revolutionized the way we get through airports and hotels. Renting a car, however, has remained a stubbornly retro experience.
What can be […]
By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments
February 22nd, 2007
Congratulations to fellow b5media travel bloggers for their nominations as Best Destination Travel Blogs in the inaugural year of the Travvies, recognizing the best travel blog writing.
Ruth at Let’s Visit Asia
Melissa at Europe String
Go vote for them here.
Congratulations Ruth & Melissa!
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February 21st, 2007
The American Institute of Architects announced the results of its annual poll and named the top 150 favorite structures across the United States.
Here are the Top Ten on the list:
Empire State Building
The White House
Washington National Cathedral
Thomas Jefferson Memorial
Golden Gate Bridge
U.S. Capitol
Lincoln Memorial
Biltmore Estates
Chrysler Building
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
As I browsed through the list, I noticed that although […]
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February 20th, 2007
Just a few waning minutes where I am, actually, but there’s no reason to stop the partying until the clock strikes midnight.
That’s when Lent begins, starting on Ash Wednesday and ending on Easter Sunday. 40 days (Sundays don’t figure into the counting of days) of fasting and penance.
Looks like you’d better enjoy those last precious minutes of […]
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