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Re: Visiting and Then Moving to Sunny Brisbane
Brisbane truly is an amazing city. I was there at Christmas time when the weather is really HOT. The beach is illuminated so the kids can have fun after sunset without burning their skin. The Drive Thru Bottle Shop. Santa Claus and his helpers all arrived on Harley Davidson motor bikes. Surfers Paradise and the Slots everywhere ! The Meter Maids in their Gold Bikinis rolling around on their skates adding quarters to Parking Meters about to run out. The Gold Coast is one of those places you...
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Re: California road trip ideas
That helps me figure out what to tell you, Mrs. Briggs OK, so I'd suggest you fly into LAX. You'll need a car rental to get around LA. Spend three or four days here, may go see Disneyland, maybe go see Universal Studios, maybe go to Knott's Berry Farm. Maybe see the making of a TV show. You could easily spend 10 days in LA, but you've got 10 days for the whole trip, I guess, so that's all you'll have time for. Then head out of the city. You'll want to head out on Hwy 101, which takes you...
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Re: New Mexico: It ain't new, and it ain't Mexico!
There was a time when my activities took me regularly through Santa Fe. I stayed one time at the Inn on the Alameda and loved it. Thanks for the history, I'll be interested to read more.
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Re: New Mexico: It ain't new, and it ain't Mexico!
Thank you, Travel and Nature! I would have to say that Joe, our owner, who originally authored this as a blog post on our website ( www.innonthealameda.com ) is a bit of both. I know he was a middle school teacher when he first came to Santa Fe, but I'm not sure if history was his subject or not. Originally Posted by TravelandNature: Has it been 102 years already ? How time does fly. Thanks for the wonderful article. Do you have a bent for history or have you absorbed it by living in the...
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Re: New Mexico: It ain't new, and it ain't Mexico!
Thank you for your comments, and I am glad to hear you enjoyed your stay at the Inn. We hope to welcome you back some day! Originally Posted by PortMoresby: There was a time when my activities took me regularly through Santa Fe. I stayed one time at the Inn on the Alameda and loved it. Thanks for the history, some of which I hadn't known, family members having fingers in more recent political pies. I'll be interested to read more.
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Vienna to Padua Questions
This July we will be making our/my annual pilgrimage to Italy by way of Vienna. At first we thought to fly from Vienna to Venice and then a bus to Padua, but the discount airlines fly at ugly times and the major carriers are hugely expensive. So, we...
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Your Dog-Friendly Guide to Santa Barbara
I recently got a puppy shortly after my graduation. Living alone without having anyone to give my endless love was starting to bother me. Plus, as far as the word goes- A dog is a man's best friend, it's very true. So I got myself some time off from work and decided to travel to Santa Barbara. But I was in a real pinch. I have a four-legged friend who needs constant attention and care. I didn't have anyone to leave him behind with, and I personally didn't want to. So I decided to embark on...
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Most Popular River Cruises in India
A river cruise provides an escape from the constant commotion surrounding our everyday lives. As you sail along the river at a leisurely pace, with lovely sights greeting your eyes, you realize there is much to appreciate in this unhurried journey. India, with its impressive inland waterways, provides wonderful opportunities for river cruising. From the backwaters of Kerala to the might waters of Brahmaputra, every cruise gifts you with a memory to be cherished or a moment to be valued.
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A Guide To: Family Activities in North Wales
Planning a short break or family day trip can sometimes be a stressful process. It can seem near impossible to find a destination, accommodation and activities that cater for the whole family. Thankfully, North Wales has a wide range of fantastic activities and quality family friendly B&B accommodation to suit your needs. For inspiration, here’s a list of four great family friendly activities to try on your next visit to North Wales. Criccieth Castle Whilst there are many castles in...
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Most Popular Churches In Goa
What is Goa most popular for? Its beaches of course. Those lovely stretches of sand that are great for spending a day in complete relaxation or enjoying various water sports in Goa. However, what most tourists forget is that Goa has a lot to offer besides its beaches, like its forts, spice plantations, casinos, and such other stuff that make for a memorable vacation. Goa is also home to a number of churches, some of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites and are repositories of heritage and...
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Sardinia Holidays: The best areas of Sardinia for the perfect summer
The magical island of Sardinia stands out for its beautiful beaches and impressive landscapes, for its ancestral traditions and its famous horse races, also for the festivities of Sant Efisio (in Cagliari) and we cannot forget the famous “Cavalcata Sarda”. This island, located in insular Italy , give a warm welcome to all visitors who want to discover its magnificent cultural heritage. Sardinia offers a large array of leisure activities such as the opportunity for practising water sports,...
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Best Outdoor Workout Spots?
If your like me,going to the gym is not very exciting.I'd much rather do my workouts outside. Share some of your favorite spots worldwide and some of your toughest outdoor workouts with us. I'll share two pretty hard outdoor workouts that...
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How to promote a tourist destination?
A few years ago I was lucky enough to be invited to the International Tourism Forum that is organized in Santa Cruz de la Sierra (Bolivia) to talk about the importance of tourism marketing, how to implement it in our country and especially highlight how to promote a tourist destination. Many times we forget the importance of marketing (not advertising) and how this discipline, applied to tourism, can really bring many benefits. Why do people go sightseeing? Basically people do tourism for...
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Tips to plan a perfect trip to the Galápagos Islands
Galapagos islands vacation is going to be the best trip of your life it is because it is a trip of a lifetime if you are planning it in a better way. In simple words, the Galápagos Islands are the most beautiful place in the world which you must plan to visit at least once in your life. The Galápagos Islands can be a perfect place to get up close to and interact with the wild animals quite safely. The Galápagos Islands can be an ultimate travel destination for the ones who love nature,...
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Why Your Next Trip Should Be in Santa Barbara
Located northwest of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara provides just about everything a traveler could desire in California. Whether you want to layout by the beach, golf, engage in a long hike in the Mountains, or just lounge around the Downtown area, there is something for just about everyone. It sits right between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains. Santa Barbara boasts a heavy Spanish influence that can be seen from the stucco buildings and red-tiled roofs. Weather here is nothing...
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New Mexico: It ain't new, and it ain't Mexico!
January 6 th , 2014 is the 102nd anniversary of New Mexican Statehood , which makes this a good time to take a look at the exciting and unique history of our town dating back much further than our statehood. The story of Santa Fe is a multicultural tapestry that dates to the 16th century and defines it as one of the most unique, amazing capital cities in the entire United States. Eighty years after Hernan Cortes conquered the Aztecs and established New Spain, the Conquistador Don Juan de...
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Planning For A Memorable USA Trip? Get These Cities In Your Bucket List First
Right from the food-loving New Orleans to the artsy Asheville, there are so many cities in the USA all ready to just blow your minds apart. Just on the surface, the NYC skyscrapers might not feel more different from the sun-washed buildings of Santa Fe. Similarly, the crystal clear beaches of Honolulu might seem to be just different from the oak shaped ones of Savannah. But despite these differences, American cities share the same old spirit of being lively all the time. Just the right...
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Your Complete Guide To Vacationing in California
Vacationing in California can be whatever you want it to be. Many people think of California in terms of its big cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, but California is also full of mountains, lakes, coastal forests, and much more. One of the best ways to vacation in California is off the beaten path with camping and glamping. Let's take a look at some of the California regions to consider in your vacation plans. Northern California Wine Country California is a huge state...