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Archive for the ‘Fun for Families & Kids’ Category

May 13th, 2008

Shopping at Puerco Azul (Blue Pig)

If you’ve never found the comedic in art, Puerco Azul (Blue Pig) will set you straight.
This whimsical art gallery in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, occupying both a house and its courtyard, is full of an eclectic mix of one-of-a-kind art.  The common denominator to it all is animals.
Gallery owners Lee and Nancy Chapman traveled Mexico […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

May 6th, 2008

Gondola Rides on Lake Merritt

While it may not be the Grand Canal in Venice, you can experience an authentic Venetian Gondola ride on Lake Merritt in Oakland, California.
Operating year round, Gondola Servizio offers private tours (meaning you are not thrown together with strangers) on a reservation only basis.  Come as a couple for a romantic sunset rid, or […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

May 4th, 2008

Kids Can Pass Travel Time With Rubberneckers

When you travel all the time, it becomes easy to take the whole process for granted.  Instead of being excited about heading off to the airport for a flight, you complain about having to go on “one more trip.”
It’s easy to understand how you feel when you’re traveling for business, but when it’s finally […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

April 27th, 2008

Bishop Museum Explain the History & Culture of Hawaii

Honolulu’s Bishop Museum offers the natural and cultural history of Hawaii’s indigenous people.   Founded in 1889 by Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the last heir to Kamehameha I, you’ll find artifacts and exhibits representative of all the Pacific Islands.
A couple of my favorite highlights are the Science on a Sphere exhibit and the Science Adventure […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

April 3rd, 2008

What to Do in Boston on a Budget

Today I have a guest post from blogging pal Susan Johnston.
 
With the decline of the US dollar vs. international currencies, now is the perfect time to explore domestic destinations rather than flying overseas.
Spring is the ideal season to visit Boston, because the weather is warming up and many of Boston’s most popular attractions are […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

March 20th, 2008

Take a Ride on the Giant Dipper

Take a wild and rickety ride on one of the two remaining west coast oceanfront roller coasters, The Giant Dipper.
Located in Belmont Park (Mission Boulevard and West Mission Bay Drive in San Diego), an old-style family amusement park, the Giant Dipper has been restored from its original 1925 condition, and now lurches riders through […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

March 7th, 2008

Carnival of Travelers Celebrates Family Travel

Welcome to the March 7th, 2008 edition of the Carnival of Travelers. 
This month our theme was Family Travel.  All of these contributions share tips, destination suggestions, ideas, and perspective on the issue of traveling with or as a family. 
Thanks to all of these wonderful bloggers for making the Carnival a success!  I urge you to […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

March 6th, 2008

The Dark Knight Coaster Set to Thrill at Six Flags Theme Parks

Take a look at this roller coaster — “The Dark Knight Coaster” — set to open later this spring at three Six Flags Parks.
The indoor roller coaster ride is based on the upcoming Warner Bros. movie, The Dark Knight, featuring Batman and The Joker.  You can enjoy the thrills of an adventure ride and fight […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

March 2nd, 2008

Slurp Up a Tuba!

I discovered a drink called “tuba” that I haven’t been able to find anywhere else.  At first I was a little hesitant to give it a try. It’s typically found on the the streets and beaches, not necessarily the best places to give new food a try.  But try it I did, and it […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

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