Roses and Castles – English Canal Traditions

I’ve always loved strolling along a canal, particularly an English canal with its brightly painted narrowboats. While some boats are strictly functional, narrowboat owners have always prided themselves on the decoration of their vessels; bone china plates, ribbons, satin cushions, and above all...

Travelling With Your Pet to Argentina?

If you are planning to travel to Argentina with your pet here is some valuable information. Unfortunately, the online sites for the various consulates have conflicting information. So, after digging around I finally found the version from the Argentina Government website. Here is the information exacly...

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Shoot a Film in Just 72 Hours

When most movies take months or years to create and edit, shorter films can take just a week or two. But the challenge of 72 Film Fest is to bring together on the streets of Frederick, Maryland teams of local actors, directors, musicians, writers, and editors to write, shoot, edit and score a short...

The Freedom Trail: A Walking Tour of American History

No visit to Boston is complete without touring the historic Freedom Trail, Boston’s signature attraction. The 2 1/2 mile red brick (sometimes red-painted) path wends its way throughout downtown and links 16 sites, covering three-plus centuries of American history. To see all the sights without...

Don’t Miss the 1st Taco and Mariachi Festival

When you come to Mexico City there are two things you absolutely must do – sample the street food, especially the tacos, and check out the mariachi bands in Plaza Garibaldi. Fortunately, if you’re going to be in town next week you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy both at the 1st Taco and Mariachi...

Amsterdam Photo: Mint Tower

Amsterdammers and tourists zigzag across tiny Muntplein dodging cars and bicycles. The square’s landmark is elegant Munttoren, Mint Tower. This imposing 15th century tower with its flashy spire was originally part of the city wall and for a brief period it was used as the municipal mint. Listen to...

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Taking Memphis in Stride with Rockin’ Running Tours

“It’s really a great thing,” comments John Linter, owner and guide of Rockin’ Running Tours in Memphis, Tenn. “We feel like we are showing people the real deal…the way Memphis really is from the street level.” Linter was introduced to running tourism (or site jogging) by his wife, Crissy,...

Just Plain Wrong Edinburgh Facts

I’ve heard lots of tall tales and facts about Edinburgh – but not all your pub quiz trivia is made equal. Here are a few little trivia tidbits, and what I’ve found to be the correct answer. Some of them are surprising. Fiction: Scots call their dinner ‘tea’ because...

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Giddy Girls Are Geared Up For Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam

There hasn’t been this much excitement or this many slumber parties held on one night since 2007 when High School Musical 2 aired on the Disney Channel. The source of all this excitement belongs to the premiere of Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam on Friday, September 3rd. Living rooms across America...

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Golden Dragon Acrobats from China Visit DC

Breathtaking Chinese acrobats, the Golden Dragon Acrobats will be performing at Wolf Trap on September 18th. Formed in 1967, the troupe has performed in 65 countries and across the US and annually performs over 200 shows, making them one of the world’s leading traditional Chinese acrobatic troupes. ...

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Authentic Italian in Newtown at Rosalina Restaurant

For an authentic Italian dining experience, look no further than Rosalina Italian Restaurant in Newtown. I say experience, because that’s what dining there truly is. It starts when you enter the restaurant when you’re approached your host Roberto and shown a seat. Roberto is all you imagine an Italian...

Chicago Gourmet Dine Around

Good news for foodies: The Bon Appétit and Chicago Gourmet Dine Around kicks off this week. The Dine Around is the only way to earn a complimentary one-day general admission ticket to Chicago Gourmet (a $150 value) at Millennium Park (55 N. Michigan Avenue; map). To receive the free ticket, just dine...

September Outdoor Festivals in Chicago

With summer coming to an end in Chicago that doesn’t mean the end of the city’s street festivals. September is still prime time for Chicago’s outdoor parties with several outdoor festivals including: September 3 – 5 is the free Chicago Jazz Festival at Grant Park (500 S. Columbus Drive; map)...

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