Archive for the ‘United States West’ Category

Love is the Heart of Virginia’s New Family Vacation Giveaway

Richmond, Va. (March, 2010) Families who love to vacation together will now have the chance to win one of four, over-the-top trips from the Virginia is for Lovers Family Vacation Sweepstakes. Beaches, water and theme parks, hands-on museums, exciting history and outdoor adventure await four lucky families who enter to win at www.Virginia.org/family.

March 9, 2010   Posted in: United States West

Colorado: Wines with an Altitude

While the State of Colorado is widely known as a premier ski and outdoor destination, little is known about its extraordinary wine culture. Colorado is known for its mountains, but the fertile valleys and vineyards are equally enticing. Colorado’s abundant sunshine, warm days, cool nights and low humidity provide the perfect conditions for wine grapes [...]

March 9, 2010   Posted in: United States West

Crested Butte Colorado’s 42nd Annual Flauschink Flushes Out Winter & Welcomes Spring

GUNNISON-CRESTED BUTTE, Colo. (March, 2010) – The last weekend of ski and snowboard season isn’t a quiet occasion in “Colorado’s Last Great Ski Town,” Crested Butte, where the expected rarely happens. Locals and visitors will be flushing out winter and welcoming spring at the 42nd annual Flauschink, March 31 – April 4, 2010.

March 8, 2010   Posted in: United States West

Lots of Events and Activities in West Los Angeles in Spring 2010

WESTWEEK + ART & DESIGN WALK: a week-long celebration of great fashion, art, and design in West Hollywood. This year, for the first time, the ART & DESIGN WALK will take place over the course of two days; Friday, March 26 and Saturday, March 27. Friday will be geared toward trade professionals in conjunction with [...]

March 2, 2010   Posted in: United States West

Red And White Fleet Launches Into The San Francisco Bay With Special Valentine’s Day And California Sunset Cruises

(San Francisco, CA) — Red And White Fleet is sailing the bay with two romantically-inspired cruises, namely the Valentine’s Day and California Sunset cruises.В On Valentine’s Day, Sunday, February 14 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and again from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., romantics will enjoy the “Sweet Valentine Cruise” featuring a lavish appetizer buffet by Boudin [...]

February 3, 2010   Posted in: United States West

Say “I Do” in Colorado

Take your love to higher elevations Say “I Do” to a Colorado wedding. From mountaintop views, open meadows near a running river or dramatic red rock formations, Colorado sets the stage, and the mood, for romantic weddings.

February 2, 2010   Posted in: United States West

New Visitor’s Guide Encourages Guests to Explore the Golden State of California

The California Travel & Tourism Commission just released its 2010 California Official State Visitor’s Guide and Travel Planner, a comprehensive handbook that encourages visitors to explore the wonders of the Golden State, while helping them plan their next California getaway. The annual publication, distributed free to visitors around the world, celebrates California’s glorious beaches and [...]

January 27, 2010   Posted in: United States West

Cody’s Iconic Buffalo Bill Dam in Wyoming Turns 100

CODY, Wyo., January, 2010 – One of the most remarkable feats of early 20th century engineering – the Buffalo Bill Dam in Cody, Wyo. – is turning 100 this month. The dam was the brainchild of the town’s founder, Colonel William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, who realized the town he was in the process of [...]

January 18, 2010   Posted in: United States West

Celebrity Chefs, Michelin Stars and 2010 Seasonal Events Add to The Napa Valley’s Culinary Appeal

NAPA, Califoria (January, 2010) – The Napa Valley has long been acclaimed for its fine dining and diversified culinary options. With the recent release of the esteemed Michelin San Francisco Bay Area & Wine Country Guide the culinary scene within the legendary wine region is deservedly receiving heightened recognition – with 70 percent of the [...]

January 15, 2010   Posted in: United States West

Three People Chosen to Experience Snow for the First Time in Colorado

DENVER, Colo. (January, 2010) – The Colorado Tourism Office’s (CTO) “Snow at First Sight” campaign, which began on October 12 with a global search for three people who have never experienced snow before, has concluded with the selection of three winners. Hailing from Atlanta, Australia and Hawaii, the three finalists are set to begin [...]

January 12, 2010   Posted in: United States West