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Cross-Canada countdown is on for the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Torch Relay
2009-09-18 21:48:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Start of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games in Vancouver , Canada is approaching faster and faster. It's already time for the Olympic Torch Relay. Having participated in one years ago I can only attest to the wonderful atmosphere, positive energy and overall ambiance during these events. If you will be visiting Canada in the next few months, check the schedule and take part, if only clapping your hands as the torch passes by. Here are all of the details provided by the Organizing Committee : Communities, organizers put finishing touches on plans to engage and inspire a nation. Skydivers parachuting in from above, top regional musical performers, giant puppets, a dazzling light show, foot stomping Acadian fiddlin', towering snow and ice sculptures, a huge tepee, as well as a kazoo band: that is just a sampling of the unique local flavour almost 200 torch relay celebration communities plan on showcasing when they welcome the Olympic Flame and potentiall...
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September is the back to school month. It can also be the back to travel mo
2009-09-06 08:16:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Summer is coming to an end but such is not the case with travel deals. You can find some solid discounts offered now that the school year is starting and travel destinations need to keep their properties booked. SeeTheGlobe.com brings you the specials we find most cost effective. We list only deals that offer very specific steps to a good travel bargain. These are precise coupons, free night offers, percent off for specific properties, dollar amount savings and similar. Absolutely no "savings up to ..." offers, "get the best deal" and anything that does not offer very definitive money savings. Links point to SeeTheGlobe.com pages with more specifics about each deal. Here is a summary of best deals for September :
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Events in September 2009: Festivals, Music, Celebrations, Races, Art ... It
2009-09-03 22:21:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Even though summer nears its end in September, events around the country abound. Labor Day weekend is one of the most action packed weekends of the year. Everyone wants to round out the summer with a blast. Several well known jazz festivals are on the schedule, an outrigger canoe race, Burning Man, tall shops festival and more. Here is a sampling of interesting events in September of this year 2009 ...
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Hello from San Francisco: An Eco-Friendly Excursion to Muir Woods and a Son
2009-08-31 05:11:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: After a late night of exotic entertainment at Asia SF, our day got started very early. Although it was raining I decided to capture a few photos of the area surrounding our hotel, The Handlery Union Square Hotel, which is located on downtown Geary Street. I walked just a few steps east to Union Square, the heart of San Francisco 's shopping, hotel and theatre district. Big shopping venues such as Macy's, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus surround this historic square. Luxury stores such as Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Dior, Chanel, Prada, Armani and Hermes are also represented.Just west from The Handlery are two historic theatres: the Geary and Curran Theatres. The Moscone Convention Centre and the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art are close by as well. Before our excursion to Muir Woods I embarked on an hour long walk to check out some of the streets surrounding Union Square and had a delicious waffle breakfast in a little...
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Mozambique, Africa, Scuba Diving Destinations
2009-08-17 07:42:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Vibrant coral reefs are scattered all over the sea bottom in the close vicinity of the very protected launching site and varies from only a few meters to over 40 meters deep and therefore cater for the beginner as well as the advanced diver! This is the divers chance to indulge him/herself in coral reef diving "par excellence" and to experience the sight of huge Mata rays, whale sharks, enormous moray eels, vigorous game fish, massive potato basses and more! Nowhere else in Mozambique are Mantas so common and it is no wonder that the Inhambane coast is lately being called, the “Manta Coast”!Rate and Review : Mozambique, Africa , Scuba Diving Destinations

Kapalua Coastal Trail near Oneloa Bay, Kapalua, Maui
2009-08-13 09:08:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Not to be outdone by beautiful oceanfront paths at Kaanapali and Wailea, the Kapalua area has its own stunning trail by the beach. Kapalua Coastal Trail even received the American Planning Association Hawai‘i Chapter’s Environmental/Preservation Award. Being aficionados of these kinds of trails we made our way to Kapalua to check it out and enjoy another day of Maui wonders. After a walk through the Kapalua Ritz and their property we drove to a small parking lot at Kapalua Place and Ironwood Ln, parked there and headed down the well maintained set of stairs toward Oneloa Bay.Rate and Review : Kapalua Coastal Trail near Oneloa Bay, Kapalua, Maui

Lunch at Simmzy's Pub in Manhattan Beach, California
2009-08-10 08:01:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Walking through the streets of downtown Manhattan Beach is a favorite pastime of ours. The area has a nice beachy upscale feeling and some of our favorite coffee shops, eateries and such. When new establishments come to town we check them out as soon as we can. One such place we observed is Simmzy's Pub, a relative newcomer. I remember this space housing a Japanese restaurant not long ago. We noticed crowds every time we passed by Simmzy's and that only increased our wish to visit it in the near future. We had lunch there last week and here is the verdict.Rate and Review : Lunch at Simmzy's Pub in Manhattan Beach, California

Weekday Lunch at Hank's Bistro in Lawndale, California
2009-08-06 19:21:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: I have not been to Hank's Bistro in several years prior to this last visit. We used to go there for good Persian food all the time. A lunch time meeting with a friend in the area reminded me of this restaurant and the decision was made to have our mid day meal there. We met around noon on this weekday. The restaurant is located on the corner of Hawthorne Blvd and Rosecrans in a mini mall. The signs for the restaurant have faded a bit and the inscription with the name was hard to read. The Persian lettering was more obvious.Rate and Review : Weekday Lunch at Hank's Bistro in Lawndale, California

August 2009 Mid Summer Travel Discounts
2009-08-05 19:10:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: It's the middle of summer. August keeps the travel season humming. Coupons abound. Travel deals are everywhere. You have to do your homework to figure out what's best for your travel plans so read the deals below and make your decision. SeeTheGlobe.com brings you the specials we find most cost effective. We list only deals that offer very specific steps to a good travel bargain. These are precise coupons, free night offers, percent off for specific properties, dollar amount savings and similar. Absolutely no "savings up to ..." offers, "get the best deal" and anything that does not offer very definitive money savings. Links point to SeeTheGlobe.com pages with more specifics about each deal. Here is a summary of best deals for August:
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Quick Lunch at Yokohama Sushi in Culver City, CA
2009-08-01 10:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: In the midst of running a million errands today, I stopped for a quick lunch at Yokohama Sushi in Culver City . It is located in the mall at the corner of Venice and Overland. You cannot see it from the street however. It is well hidden in a passage way between the Starbucks and Best Buy (generally speaking). I walked in to ask if they had lunch specials, they showed me some combinations that looked good and my mind was made up.Rate and Review : Quick Lunch at Yokohama Sushi in Culver City, CA

Mountain Zebra National Park - South Africa - The Cape mountain Zebra Was S
2008-06-10 23:03:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: The craggy heights of the Mountain Zebra National Park 's Bankberg embrace rolling plains and deep valleys, and has become an entrancing preserve for the Cape mountain zebra. The proclamation of the park in 1937 saved these animals from extinction, and currently their population stands at 350. The park contains a rich variety of plant species and in spring the veld is covered with flowers. Fynbos and renosterveld bush flourish in the temperate climate where the rains come mainly during early summer and winter.Rate and Review : Mountain Zebra National Park - South Africa - The Cape mountain Zebra Was Saved From Extinction
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Welcome to Exeter in Devon County, England
2008-06-09 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: A city full of heritage and culture, Exeter has a wealth of attractions to suit all tastes, from its stunning Gothic Cathedral to its beautiful and historic Quayside. Whether you are interested in shopping, sightseeing or simply relaxing, a visit to Exeter will guarantee an enjoyable day out.Explore the city’s colourful past and hidden secrets with a free Red Coat Guided Tour, running daily throughout the year. You can discover more about Exeter’s history at the Quay House Visitor Centre, a 17th century building displaying lively illustrations, artifacts, and 2000 years of Exeter’s history in just 15 minutes!
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Quick Evening Meal at Ojai Pizza Restaurant in Ojai, California
2008-06-05 20:05:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: We arrived to Ojai late on a Thursday afternoon. After checking in to our place of stay we decided to walk around town a bit. By this time it was getting dark. Not many people were to be seen at this time of day on the main East Ojai Avenue strip or even the Ojai Arcade. We only noted several groups of teenagers hanging around. Most business were closed by nine o'clock. We wanted a quick bite to eat and our options were quickly dwindling. Our walk took us by Ojai Pizza Restaurant . It was open and we peeked in and asked one of the servers if they were open. The response was affirmative making our decision process that much easier.Rate and Review : Quick Evening Meal at the Ojai Pizza in Ojai, California

Grand Performances Are Back With the 2008 Season In Full Swing
2008-06-03 19:56:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: This must be one of my favorite special events held each year in Los Angeles. Grand Performances organize free concerts and shows throughout the summer at the California Plaza in downtown LA. I visit several concerts each year. Artists from around the world are featured with their unique art, styles and modes of performance. Classical music, theater, jazz, pop, rock, ethnic and more creates an amazing mix of entertainment. The water features around the plaza and cool lighting contribute to the overall experience. Check it out for yourself. The schedule for the 2008 Grand Performances season follows ...
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Hello From Niagara Falls, Ontario - A City of Lights and Magic
2008-06-02 07:41:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: It had been an exciting day already: my helicopter ride with Niagara Helicopter had given me a close-up aerial view over Niagara Falls and my visit to the Niagara Falls Butterfly Conservatory had made for a perfect winter escape to a tropical sanctuary. But more adventure was yet to come.Appropriately strengthened from my very late lunch at "The Famous", a 24-hour upscale diner at the Niagara Fallsview Casino Resort, I was ready for my evening explorations. First on the menu was the Niagara Falls Winter Festival of Lights . Every year from early November to early January, more than 125 animated lighting displays decorate the city. In total more than three million lights illuminate the Niagara Parks Winter Wonderland.Rate and Review : Hello From Niagara Falls, Ontario - A City of Lights and Magic

Exploring Zürich, Switzerland on a Budget - Nature, Culinary, Sports, Shopp
2008-05-30 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: In Zürich, it does not cost a thing to enjoy the view - whether the view of the Old Town from the Lindenhof, the former Roman customs post; from the Polyterrasse of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology; from the observation tower on the Uetliberg mountain, offering a panoramic view of the city, the region and the snow-covered Alpine peaks on the horizon; or from the Freitag Tower, which gives a view of the trendy Zürich-West quarter with its industrial charm. And anyone wanting to enjoy a view of Zürich's numerous, verdant roof terraces and hidden gardens can pay CHF 2 to visit the Karlsturm tower of the Grossmünster Church - a fair price for such a magnificent view.
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A Family Tradition: Five Generations of Mezcaleros, Producers of Quality Me
2008-05-29 21:46:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Don Isaac recounts awaking at 4 am, then walking from his village of Matatlán, with his mule, to Oaxaca, arriving some 14 or 15 hours later ... just to buy a large cántaro, the traditional clay vessel then used for making and transporting mezcal. Often he would stop en route, at Santa María el Tule, for a drink of refreshing tejate before carrying on. Quenching his thirst, putting his feet up for a short while, and chatting with his favorite tejatero, made the arduous journey accepted custom, just part of the job. Eighty-eight-year-old Isaac Jiménez Arrazola has been producing mezcal in Matatlán all his life, just like his father and grandfather before him, his sons Enrique and Octavio, and now his grandchildren. The town has a colorful history and pride in being one of the oldest colonial settlements in the country, founded in 1525, only a few years after Cortés arrived in Mexico. But for literally hundreds of years the crowning glory of Mat...
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Breakfast at Bonnie Lu's Country Cafe in Ojai, California
2008-05-29 01:27:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Bonnie Lu's Country Cafe was very conveniently located to our place of stay in Ojai and we decided to give it a try one morning. We liked the classic All American diner look of this eatery and the fact that it was almost always packed when we walked by. The popularity must also stem from the fact that it is located in the Ojai Arcade, the most popular mingling area of town. If you are arriving by car you will most likely find parking behind the eatery or on one of the side streets. Ojai Avenue gets quite busy during the day making parking there a problem. We were fortunate to be able to walk to Bonnie Lu's. No hassle just an easy stroll. The hostess welcomed us nicely. Several tables were being cleaned up and she offered us a choice. We selected a booth on the left side of the main dining room.Rate and Review : Breakfast at Bonnie Lu's Country Cafe in Ojai, California

Sunday Dinner at Chaba Thai Bay Grill on PCH in Redondo Beach, California
2008-05-28 00:07:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Our friends recommended Chaba Thai last Sunday as a meeting spot, to have some good food and catch up on the latest news. We did not make reservations in advance. This is usually not a good idea, but as it turned out on this occasion, it did not matter. I passed by Chaba Thai many times in the past while driving up and down Pacific Coast Highway. They have a prominent sign outside and have (if I am not mistaken) recently renovated the establishment. It was appealing from the outside. It was time to check it out from the inside. Their parking lot is large and can accommodate quite a few cars. Rate and Review : Sunday Dinner at Chaba Thai Bay Grill on PCH in Redondo Beach , California

Oudtshoorn - One Of The Worlds Great Natural Wonders, South Africa
2008-05-27 00:54:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Oudtshoorn is situated in the Klein Karoo 55 kilometres from the large coastal town of George. First class hotels, lodges, Inns, and guesthouses await the visitor. Enjoy the relaxed, friendly, hospitable atmosphere offered in town or or at the various surrounding farms. Experience the joy of life in the country!This town with its wide open spaces and broad streets is the Oudtshoorn. The town is spread along both banks of the Grobbelaars River, a tributary of the Oliphant's River, and its fertile valleys are encompassed by the Swartberg mountains to the north and the Outeniqua Mountains to the south. Warm, dry summers and sunny winter days make it the ideal breeding ground for the most majestic of flightless birds - synonymous with Oudtshoorn - the ostrich.Rate and Review : Oudtshoorn - One Of The Worlds Great Natural Wonders, South Africa
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Weekday Breakfast at Quality Food & Beverage on Third Street in Los Ang
2008-05-25 23:59:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: We have been coming to this part of Los Angeles for business quite often lately and have always wanted to try a new breakfast place. This time, we did not prepare at all. We just drove down Third Street and kept our eyes open for a breakfast eatery. Driving East on Third (past La Cienega) right after Crescent Heights Blvd., we spotted a small place unknown to us. We parked at one of the meters parking spots and walked to it. It was Quality Food & Beverage . They were not open yet. We had another fifteen minutes to kill. Luckily, one of the staff let us in when they saw us hovering around the door. Nice gesture.Rate and Review : Weekday Breakfast at Quality Food & Beverage on Third Street in Los Angeles, CA

Vienna, Austria - UEFA EURO 2008™ - Cultural Highlights During the Competit
2008-05-24 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: What would a mega-event like the EURO 2008 in the art and music city, Vienna, be without concerts, exhibitions, and musicals? The highlights of the concert calendar during the football championship will certainly be the two open-air concerts before the majestic background of Schönbrunn Palace. Plácido Domingo, Anna Netrebko, and Rolando Villazón guarantee classical music bliss of the highest level on June 27. On June 28 there will be a concert with star pianist Lang Lang and the Vienna Philharmonic under the direction of Zubin Mehta.
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Saturday Evening Dinner at Suzanne's Cuisine in Ojai, California
2008-05-23 23:42:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: There are four to five restaurants in Ojai that always come up as a "not to be missed" culinary destination. Suzanne's Cuisine is definitely one of them. Locals recommended it, visitors recommended it, online reviews were favorable so we had to give it a try. We made reservations over the phone four days in advance for dinner at six thirty in the evening. I was not sure how to respond to their question whether we wanted an inside table or a table on the patio. They noted that the patio is the more popular choice so I went for it. The lady on the other side of the line told me that one of their favorite tables is available and that's where they would seat us. Excellent. On the day of our visit we walked through Ojai and on to the restaurant's location on Ojai Avenue. The building that houses this restaurant is quite large. There is ample parking at the premises. The main entrance is wonderfully decorated with beautiful plants and flowers. It was ...
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La Casa de los Sabores Cooking School in Oaxaca, Mexico
2008-05-22 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: If visitors to Oaxaca n cooking school La Casa de los Sabores came away with nothing more than great recipes and a gastronomic meal rich in unique herb and spice accented flavor combinations that are the hallmark of Oaxacan cuisine, they would leave fully satisfied. But a visit with owner and chef extraordinaire Pilar Cabrera also inspires and sates travelers with a sensual day-long immersion into sights, sounds, smells and, yes, tastes and time-tested recipes of southern Mexico . Rate and Review : La Casa de los Sabores Cooking School in Oaxaca, Mexico

Brief Tour of the The Oaks at Ojai Health Spa in Ojai, CA
2008-05-21 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: During our recent visit to Ojai we learned that The Oaks at Ojai Health Spa is not your average spa. It came up as an option during our search for accommodations for a weekend getaway but it was all booked up. We walked past it on several occasions. It is inevitable that you pass by it due to its central Ojai location. A nice fountain in front also makes it stand out. The Oaks Spa has been around for more than eighty years and does have that aura of an old school "improve your health" destination.Rate and Review : Brief Tour of the The Oaks at Ojai Health Spa in Ojai, CA

Vienna - UEFA EURO 2008™ - Eating, Drinking, Partying - When Football Takes
2008-05-20 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: A special team under the leadership of Commissioner of Sports and Deputy Mayor Grete Laska is preparing the host city for UEFA EURO 2008™. Mrs. Laska plans to turn the Euro pean Football Championship into a "party for the entire city," welcoming guests from all over the world. The city will present itself in its most modern, trendy, and entertaining attire. Covering an area of 4,000 feet, the Rathausplatz, Heldenplatz and the part of the Ring Boulevard in between will become the central "fan zone" for all football enthusiasts during the EURO 2008. Up to 100,000 fans will be able to follow, celebrate, enjoy the entertainment program, and share the excitement of all 31 EURO games on nine giant screens. The best way to reach the Fanzone is the U2 and U3 underground lines as well as many bus and streetcar lines. The Ring Boulevard will be closed to traffic throughout the entire tournament, and streetcars will also be redirected. The public-viewing area ...
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Friday Dinner at Jackson's Village Bistro on Pier Avenue in Hermosa Be
2008-05-19 19:06:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: After a long work day last Friday we needed a pleasant dinner to slow things down a bit and also to kick off the weekend. We made reservations at Jackson 's Village Bistro earlier that afternoon and a table for two was waiting for us. We have been wanting to visit this popular local restaurant for some time. Our evening walks often take us past this eatery and it always appeared that it was well visited. Online reviews also promised a good meal. Metered parking is available on Pier Avenue. You can also find free parking at times behind the library located across the street. That is where we parked. An unusually warm evening for the coastal area of Los Angeles brought out many people out to the Hermosa streets. Patio dining areas were completely filled up everywhere.Rate and Review : Friday Dinner at Jackson's Village Bistro on Pier Avenue in Hermosa Beach, CA

Hello From Niagara Falls - Experiencing the 7th Wonder of the World - Skylo
2008-05-18 07:28:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: After a long and exciting day yesterday that included a helicopter sightseeing tour, some butterflies, and an amazing magic show, I woke up to a grey, cold and drizzly day. But that was not going to deter me from exploring the City of Niagara Falls in more detail. I got up, took a nice long shower and went downstairs for breakfast to the Windows on the Lane Restaurant which is a casual dining restaurant on the main floor of the Best Western Cairn Croft Hotel.Rate and Review : Hello From Niagara Falls - Experiencing the 7th Wonder of the World - Skylon Tower, IMAX Theatre
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Just 25 days until the European Football Championship - News flash from the
2008-05-16 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: The EURO 2008 Host City of Zürich is on the final stretch: the organisers and 800 volunteers are really looking forward to the football spectacle. The Public Viewing area in the Bellevue in the city centre and the stages for 185 bands and DJs will soon be set up. And the EURO 2008 City Map for visitors is hot off the press. Fan Mile and Fan Zone in Zürich The Host City of Zürich is tackling the implementation phase for the Fan Mile and Fan Zone in Zürich. 62 food stalls and bars as well as 85 market stands with fan merchandise and cold and warm dishes will line the Fan Mile in Zürich. A total of 185 bands and DJs will perform during EURO 2008 on 7 stages, which will be set up in both the Fan Zone and Fan Mile in Zürich. An art exhibition on the topic of football will be held in the Helmhaus - consisting of a combination of artistic contributions and media reports. And visitors can enjoy a bird's eye view of the spectacle surrounding EURO 2008 in Z...
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Weekend Stay at the Su Nido Inn in Ojai, California
2008-05-15 20:40:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Ojai Valley's proximity to the metro Los Angeles area and its natural beauty have made it a favorite weekend getaway destination in Southern California . The small town feel, beautiful green nature, world class spas, hiking, galleries and dining (to name just a few) make it a perfect spot to relax and recharge. We did just that a few weekends ago. Su Nido Inn came up as an option during our search for a place to stay. The price to quality ratio was acceptable and online reviews were good. It was located near the small city center allowing us to walk to main city sights and sounds. Reservations were made two weeks in advance. There are no cancellations at Su Nido Inn so plan accordingly. The friendly innkeeper provided information on the various rooms and suites over the phone. We selected the Peacock Suite, one of the more affordable options at the Inn at under three hundred per night average ... I know, expensive! ... Accommodation prices in Ojai ...
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