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Archive for July 2007

July 17th, 2007

Tram to the Top of the St. Louis Arch

Most large cities have some recognizable building in their skyline.  When you see a photo, that building or structure strikes an instantaneous chord, and you know what it is you are looking at.
In St. Louis (Missouri) that building is the Gateway Arch.  Located in the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, near the location of the […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

July 16th, 2007

FREE Sake Tastings in Berkeley

For many people drinking sake is an acquired taste.  I put myself on that list, having always thought that it was a little too bitter and harsh for my personal preferences.  Little did I know that sake has a range of flavors and styles nearly as broad as my favorite red wine.
You can learn about […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 4 comments

July 15th, 2007

Thursday Night Villagefest Along Palm Canyon Drive

The weekly Thursday night Villagefest is one of my favorite events in Palm Springs.  The event was originated by former mayor Sonny Bono, and for over 16 years has been the home for local vendors of food, fresh produce (straight from the farms), music, art, handicrafts, and entertainment.
Villagefest operates year round, from 6 - 10 pm, October […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 3 comments

July 14th, 2007

Summer Time & the Living is Easy

Summer weather means lots of outdoor time when I’m traveling – laying by the pool, relaxing on my hotel balcony, sitting on a park bench, enjoying a table at an outdoor cafe, or just grabbing a blanket and a little piece of ground.
Along with the relaxation has come a lot of reading, so I’ve updated my […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

July 14th, 2007

Flight Attendant Humorous Video

This isn’t new, and it’s nowhere close to the truth, but it’s always good for a hearty chuckle.

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July 13th, 2007

Music From the Summer of Love

I was thinking about the Summer of Love, and some of the great music that came out of that era.
Just browsing the list of music that the Whitney has put together to accompany the Summer of Love exhibit, finds these classics from the 1967-psychedelic era:
The Beatles:  “All You Need is Love” from Magical Mystery Tour […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 3 comments

July 12th, 2007

So You Want to be a Flight Attendant?

So you want to be a Flight Attendant, huh?  For many people, it’s the best job that they could possibly have.
I get lots of emails from people asking about my job, wanting to know more about what the job really entails, what the pay is like, and — this is perhaps the most frequent inquiry — […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 12 comments

July 11th, 2007

More Reasons Travelers Will Love Netflix

I love Netflix!  There,  I said it.  You may have already read about it here.  And now, there’s a little bit more to love.
Netflix has made me fall in love with them all over again with their new feature Instant Watch.
Instant Watch allows you to watch movies on your computer instantly.  There are currently over 3,000 videos […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

July 10th, 2007

Dinner & a Movie at Foreign Cinema (San Francisco)

Dinner and a movie may be the quintessential date, but then there’s the decision about which to do first.  Dinner first, followed by a late movie?  Or a movie first, followed by a late dinner?  Such are the decisions that have plagued couples for years.
With Foreign Cinema, however, you don’t have to choose — because […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

July 9th, 2007

Revisit the Summer of Love at the Whitney in NYC

1967. . . It was the Summer of Love.  A time of music, a time of civil unrest, a time to just be.  It was a time of hanging in Haight Ashbury, demonstrating against the war and the establishment, and a time when music united the masses.  It was the beginning of a social change […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 3 comments

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