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Golf and Art in Miami

There aren’t too many cities where one can play golf in the middle of winter. Miami might be one of the top choices, because of its fantastic beaches, lively night scenes, and the best Miami golf resorts . This means that the days and nights are full, and there’s always something to do in town. Winter here is also a pretty full plate for those looking for art.

Of all of the events that happen in the last part of the year, PULSE Contemporary Art Fair always counts as one of the most exciting in the world. This, along with golf during the days, could very well make up one of the most heady and relaxing times spent on a holiday. Winters here can get a little cool, but by the standards of almost any other city, there’s rarely a need for anything more than a light jacket.

The PULSE fair is one that attracts curators and artists from all over the world. It’s a four day affair, which is never enough time to see everything there is to see. There are exhibitions all day, and performances of live music and other forms in the evenings. Miami is always alive, and this time is just another good reason to jump in with both feet.

Lisa

July 27, 2010

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Red Rock Amphitheatre in Denver

There have been many amazing events that have happened at the Red Rock Amphitheatre in Denver Colorado. For rock music fans, U2′s 1983 Under a Blood Red Sky album and video was said to be one of the most impactful concerts of all time and it all happened in this beautiful out door amphitheatre.

Thou this concert arena has drawn many amazing musical acts over the many years of its existence. A man named John Brisben Walker set up the first small stage in the early 1900s and since then it has grown to be a large yet intimate music setting.

Some of the first performances given in this amphitheatre were by the Ute Tribe as well as some of the productions that Mr Walker put on such as the Grand Opening of the Garden of the Titans. It was originally called the Garden of the Angels then became the Garden of the Titans and when the city of Denver took it over in 1928 it became Red Rock Amphitheatre

While you are staying at one of the five star hotels denver has available you can take a day trip to the amphitheatre for a nice hike of the area. You don’t have to see a concert to appreciate this amazing setting.

Lisa

July 24, 2010

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Tears for Fears Head Over Boston

One of the great advantages to having a revival in a musical style is that the bands get back together again for another go around the world. No one knows 80s nostalgia better than Boston, with its thirst for any kind of history, even the recent past. Fans of Tears for Fears will get their chance to see them perform again in August at the House of Blues .

The House of Blues is one of 13 versions of a chain that was started, in part, by Dan Aykroyd. The one here has a terribly passionate following, and the discerning audiences of Boston are always a good gauge for what’s happening in the music world lately. It’s a favorite among the locals as well as their friends, coming in from out of town to stay in Boston’s hotels , and August will bring in a blast from the past.

Tears for Fears was one of the great synthesizer bands of the 80s, and they’ve kept a profile since that time, although it was never as high as it was during the advent of MTV. Their songs are perfect relics from the time, carrying a combination of happy beats along with a splendid dose of melancholy. The new mods can reunite again.

Seattle’s Hidmo

The Emerald City has a lot of hidden gems, and many of these are found while going through the ephemera of its history. All the incredible events that have happened here over the years start to come to the surface to make the present more heavy than it ever was. There are also new gems that rise up and make their weight known to the people of the city, and to welcome the new visitors.

It’s a place that so many people call home, new generations and long-time residents, making a thriving cloth of networks that weave each other’s lives together. It’s part of the appeal of Hidmo , the Eritrean restaurant and club in the Central District. It’s always much more than what it seems, and a night spent here reveals a broad weave of cultures. The vision of the owners is to provide a place where the community can see itself reflected, and one of the liveliest art forms is music, so it’s no surprise that live music is a central attraction here.

Visitors in Seattle luxury hotels and those staying with friends in town can enjoy the events here. It’s been recognized by the people of the city in the Seattle Weekly , and it continues to make threads tighter and more exquisite with every turn of the seasons.

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Playing Detective in Denver

Denver is a popular vacation city mostly for the snowbirds in winter going for the skiing but also for the river rafters and those looking for all the comforts of the city a quick jot from the wilderness and outdoors. With all the things to do outside and around the city you might actually miss the fun inside Denver city limits.

The Denver Inside and Out tour is a tour based on the 1922 Denver Mint robbery. The tour starts from any number of points and the tour company calls you the day before to let you know where you and your group will be meeting to start piecing together the clues to this caper. It might even start on the steps of one of the Denver five star hotels you could choose to stay at. If you plan to be traveling alone you might just make friends on this tour because you’ll feel encouraged to talk to the locals to put together your clues and race off to the next spot on your tour.

Keep in mind though this is a foot tour so be ready to walk for approximately two miles. It’s probably wise to bring along a drink or snacks if you’re letting your kids get in on playing detective for a day.

Outdoor Adventures in Atlanta

Georgia is a beautiful lush green state and Atlanta has some wonderful areas to enjoy it. If you are in the city and can’t get to far out of town you can head over to the Piedmont Park for a nice walk outside. This park is an experiment with a new rating system for park construction, landscape design and maintenance. This new Sustainable Sites Initiative is being implemented around the world from the U.S. to Canada, Spain and Iceland. It is a great study into how parks benefit the whole community. The Piedmont Park has all kinds of great activities to enjoy with fishing, swimming, walking, biking or joining in some sort of group sporting event.

If you are willing to drive a little bit you can find some great outdoor activities at Stone Mountain Park . Even if you have decided that staying in one of four star hotels atlanta has around the city and don’t care for camping, doesn’t mean you can’t spend a day in the open air. Get the hotel to pack a lunch for you and your family and head over to Stone Mountain for a nice picnic and hike. Take a ride to the mountains summit on the Skyride cable car. Get on the family adventure course and trek through the tree tops. Hitch a ride on the railroad or see a 4D movie and then do some shopping. The possibilities are endless there and you won’t get to all of it in one day.

Then there is always the Atlanta Zoo. Everyone loves to spend some time with the animals at the zoo and I bet that the zoo in this great city has its own wonderful flair. So get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Atlanta Georgia and make an adventure out of it.

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