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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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Visit Saratoga Springs, New York
2008-05-14 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Character, history, and charm are just a few of the reasons Saratoga was named as one of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations by the National Trust for Historic Preservation. However, this sort of acclaim is nothing new to Saratoga. For centuries, Saratoga Springs has been a premier summer destination. Some have come to be a part of the excitement of world renowned Thoroughbred racing, others to "see and be seen."
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South African Bo-Karoo a Place Of Unique Friendliness, Hospitality And Wond
2008-05-13 20:08:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: In the Bo-Karoo, the windmill pumps stand alone at the end of the day that brings a explosion of orange, red and gold. Not many people live in the Bo-Karoo. The water in this area comes at a premium. "You need to be born here to live here." This is a quote from Old Oom Scalk in Priska. This is the Bo-Karoo (Upper Karoo) where a wilderness plateau covers the southern region and the Orange River forms the northern boundary. This area is south of Johannesburg and north from Cape Town. The name Karoo was given to the area by the local Hottentots that means [the place of big drought]. The dry arid landscape is covered with a variety of succulents and can be viewed, all at once, at the Ria Huisamen Aloe Garden in Prieska and near Marydale in the North West. The Quiver Tree Forest is a must see for visitors to the Bo-Karoo. Because of the sparse vegetation game viewing is wonderful.Rate and Review : South African Bo-Karoo a Place Of Unique Friendliness, H...
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Exploring Zürich, Switzerland on a Budget - Arts, History, Museums, Culture
2008-05-12 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Whether culture or sport, in the city or in the surrounding countryside, Zürich Tourism shows you how to enjoy and experience Zürich on a tight budget - from the ZürichCARD ticket, offering unlimited travel and reduced admission to various attractions, to numerous free offers and free hotel reservations.Artistic ZürichZürich is one of the world's leading art trade centers. There are a multitude of ways to enjoy first-class and avant-garde art in Zürich free of charge. For example, the doors of more than 100 galleries are open to art-lovers. At the branch offices of the renowned auction houses, Christie's and Sotheby's, auctions can be experienced first hand. And the world-famous stained glass windows by Marc Chagall in the choir of the Fraumünster Church attract visitors from far and wide. A further highlight is a free visit to the headquarters of the Zürich City Police; Alberto Giacometti decorated the vaulted ceiling of the "Blüemlihalle" (Flo...
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Vienna, Austria - UEFA EURO 2008™ - Fan Support and Logistics
2008-05-11 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: The Vienna-based Fair Play organization has been coordinating the activities of the Euro pean network FARE ("Football Against Racism in Europe") for many years. As it did during the EURO 2004 in Portugal and the 2006 World Cup in Germany, Fair Play will be instrumental in fan support services at the EURO 2008. As an official partner of UEFA, Fair Play will establish stationary and mobile "fan embassies" and "fan consulates." They will provide fans from all over the world with information and a contact location and will be instrumental in resolving problems. The "fan embassies" enhance communication among fans and contribute to the positive spirit of the championship (http://fairplay.vidc.org).
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Zürich, Switzerland - The Unique Mix
2008-05-10 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Zürich offers shopping, culture, nightlife with sea breezes and an Alpine panorama - seasoned with the best quality of life in the world. International fashion labels, jewelery and watches delight lovers of luxury on the shopping mile Bahnhofstrasse, urbane Zürich brands inspire the fashion-conscious in the western part of the city. As one of the leading cities in the art trade, Zürich opens its doors to art and culture with over 50 museums and more than 100 galleries.
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Friday Dinner at Auberge at Ojai Restaurant in Ojai, California
2008-05-09 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Several days prior to our departure to Ojai, we made reservations at several restaurants in the area that had good online reviews. It was most convenient that many of them were within walking distance of our lodging. Auberge was a mere half mile away. On the evening of our visit, the temperature was warm and comfortable with a light breeze coming in from the West. We casually strolled through town and soon found ourselves on El Paseo Road. The restaurant is located in an old home that's been tastefully renovated. Initially, we assumed that it was a residential home. Upon closer observation we noticed the sign and the entrance. For those arriving by car, parking is available next to the main building off of Rincon Street or on nearby streets.Rate and Review : Friday Dinner at Auberge at Ojai Restaurant in Ojai, California

Mild at Heart, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain
2008-05-08 14:00:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: It may be a Spanish island. But it's hundreds of miles from the Iberian Peninsula. And a whole world away in terms of climate, culture and customs. As Lanzarote - the most easterly of the Canary Islands - lies just 70 miles off the coast of Africa. On the same line of latitude as Florida and parts of Mexico.Offering visitors a year round clement climate - with temperatures that rarely fall below 20C. And a unique landscape created by one of the worlds longest ever volcanic eruptions.Rate and Review : Mild at Heart , Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain

Vienna: Where the 2008 European Championship will be decided
2008-05-07 18:07:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: During June of 2008 , football will reign supreme in Vienna . Starting on June 8, six games of the UEFA EURO 2008™ will be played in Vienna, and 24 additional games will be played in the other seven host cities in Switzerland and Austria. On Sunday, June 29, the new European football champion will be determined in the final match at Ernst Happel Stadium in Vienna's Prater. The European Football Championship is the third-largest sports event worldwide, surpassed only by the Olympic Games and the FIFA World Cup. As the host city for seven games, Vienna will be the center of attention for the world's football enthusiasts during EURO 2008.

Vieja Lira Trattoria & Pizzeria in Oaxaca, Mexico
2008-05-06 19:34:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: Thankfully the recent expansion from 24 to 40 seats hasn't detracted from the intimacy and quaintness of this downtown Italian restaurant and pizzeria. It still has classy yet welcoming décor of deep cranberry and white walls, simple pine tables and cushioned chairs stained dark to enhance a bistro-like feeling, and not to be overshadowed, floor-length draperies well-matched to the magenta / wine tones. The soft sound of jazz heard from the street is alone enough to make you want to take a peak in, and then you're hooked.Rate and Review : Vieja Lira Trattoria and Pizzeria in Oaxaca , Mexico

Saturday Breakfast at the Oaktree Bakery and Cafe in Ojai, California
2008-05-05 18:48:00
SeeTheGlobe.com Travel Article :: During our relaxing stay in Ojai, we tended to go to bed early and subsequently rise early in the morning. This provided us the opportunity to stroll around town and observe life in this small town when stores are just opening and daily routines are just starting. Our lodging was near the Arcade, in the small city center, and we were able to try out all of the popular local breakfast destinations. Oaktree Bakery and Cafe was on our list as a small, but excellent, pastry shop and bakery. We originally planned just to try one of their sweets but after realizing that they offer breakfast items as well, we stayed for the entire meal. Rate and Review : Saturday Breakfast at the Oaktree Bakery and Cafe in Ojai, California