Archive for the ‘United States SouthWest’ Category
Sunny Arizona Plays Host to Ostriches, Knights, and Dragon Boats
Tempe, Ariz. - Do ostriches, dragons and turkeys automatically come to mind when planning a trip to Arizona this spring? No? If you’re looking for a trip that’s out of the ordinary, they should.
February 2, 2010
Posted in: United States SouthWest
Arts, Cuisine and Sunshine Combine in Sunny Arizona this Fall
Tempe, Ariz. - Chandler, Mesa and Tempe, collectively known as Sunny Arizona, have a full calendar of festivals and events this fall, including many with free admission. Visitors to Sunny Arizona put on their most outrageous costume and participate in a parade celebrating bicycles (and New Belgium beer) during the Tour de Fat at Tempe [...]
September 9, 2009
Posted in: United States SouthWest
What’s New in Tucson Arizona in July 2009
Discover Buffalo Soldiers” Heritage. Discover the legacy of America’s Buffalo Soldiers on a tour of Southern Arizona historical sites. The Southwest Association of Buffalo Soldiers conducts monthly tours at Ft. Huachuca military base, home to the U.S. Army’s all-black regiments for more than 50 years. Visit the Mountain View Colored [sic] Officer’s Club, the only [...]
July 15, 2009
Posted in: United States SouthWest
Scottsdale Travel News for July 2009
SCOTTSDALE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS FINALIZES $16 MILLION RENOVATION
After being closed for more than a year, the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts will open its newly renovated Virginia G. Piper Theater on Oct. 24. Kicking off the reopening will be ARTrageous , a special benefit performance featuring Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth.
July 2, 2009
Posted in: United States SouthWest
West Hollywood’s Sunset Strip Offers Consumers Economic Stimulus Deals Just As Los Angeles County Raises Sales Tax
WEST HOLLYWOOD, California - June, 2009 - The notorious Sunset Strip, which stretches 1.3 miles through the heart of West Hollywood, is launching its own version of an ‘economic stimulus package’ to consumers with special offers throughout the summer.
June 10, 2009
Posted in: United States SouthWest
Coastal Sailing Trips Now Available on the Bill of Rights with Island Packers . . .
Ventura County, Calif. - Island Packers Cruises, an authorized concessionaire to the Channel Islands National Park, invites visitors to enjoy a coastal adventure off the Ventura County coast aboard the Bill of Rights tall ship, which recently established its home port in Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard.
June 8, 2009
Posted in: Uncategorized, United States SouthWest
Travel News from Scottsdale, Arizona
BLAZING NEW TRAILS AT SCOTTSDALE’S BUDDING DESERT PRESERVE
Adventure lovers have a new way to enjoy the radiance of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve with the opening of the Gateway in May 2009. The Preserve, a protected area of land consisting of Scottsdale’s McDowell Mountains and Sonoran Desert, provides a place for tourists to connect with the [...]
June 5, 2009
Posted in: United States SouthWest
Something to see in Santa Monica for flying & history buffs
The Museum of Flying, opening in Fall 2009, will be located on the South side of the Santa Monica Airport directly adjacent to the DC-3 aircraft Monument and park. The Museum will place heavy emphasis on Douglas Aircraft and the history of the Santa Monica Airport. Key features to the new museum will be an [...]
June 2, 2009
Posted in: United States SouthWest
Monterey Bay Aquarium Unveils Seahorse Secrets This Summer
MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM: Explore the wonders of our ocean planet in nearly 200 galleries and exhibits at the nation’s No. 1 family aquarium. The Outer Bay galleries feature a million-gallon display that’s home to schools of tuna, Mahi-mahi, sharks, barracuda, pelagic rays and more; plus the largest jellyfish exhibits anywhere. Other permanent exhibits include playful [...]
April 30, 2009
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The Inaugural Ventura County Bike Stage Race Kicks Off May 16
(Ventura, CA) - Competitive bicycle racing comes to the streets of Downtown Ventura for a timed stage race, May 16 & 17, 2009. The inaugural Ventura County Stage Race will consist of 3 stages over a 2 day period in Ventura County. This exciting, family-friendly and completely free event is sure to thrill all [...]
April 29, 2009
Posted in: United States SouthWest