Steam- coffee café
Recently opened on St. Pete Beach, the chic coffee shop Steam occupies the space formerly called Jen’s Java. The address is 7410 Gulf Blvd., St. Pete Beach right at the curve in the road leading in/out of the tourist strip. Changes to the interior …

The Budapest zoo is a very dynamic experience. If you’re lucky you will have a lot of fun, if on the other hand you go there in the wrong part of the year you won’t have as much fun. It has a truly fabulous aquarium where you can see …

When it comes to my facial, spa and other self-pampering needs, I do not stick to one salon. I hop from one salon to another to compare fees and services from each other and get the best out of it.
One salon I have recently tried is Forever Flawless Salon. …

My husband and I took a little trip for our anniversary up to Midway/Heber, Utah. while we were there we decided to try something we had never done…snowmobiling! We found this company that offered guided tours at reasonable prices, so we signed up! We had our own snow clothes, …

Windows Live is an alternative to MSN messenger and has alot more features than the standard Windows messenger.
I like the fact that Windows Live supports voice, as well as video calling, and computer to phone calling.
One thing that I do not like about Windows live, however, is that …

Yesterday I went to one of Italy’s most famous theme parks, Gardaland.
Gardaland is a great place for both younger and older people, they have Disneyland like attractions, like Prezzemolo’s (Theme park’s mascot) House (amazing insides, kids really love it). There is also a monorail which goes through the whole …

I had always wanted a hammock and I found the Hatteras Hammocks Cotton Rope Hammock at Walmart. I debated which type of hammock to get. This one didn’t look like the most comfortable one in the world, but it did look nicer than they other types and it hangs …

The Ramapo Mountain Reservation in Mahwah, NJ is an amazing park for hiking, walking and just being outdoors. They have mapped trails there that vary from easy to hard and can go hours or less depending on how long you want to go.
My husband and I …

Wild Adventures is so refreshing when it comes to theme parks! Located in the relatively small Valdosta, GA, it is tucked away and not the largest theme park I’ve seen, by any means, but it still has that large theme park feel. With several large roller coasters, several medium …

Swimming is a fun and popular recreational activity among the people of America. It also happens to be one of the most active and healthy kinds of exercises in existence. So why don’t more kids go swimming in the summer? One possibility is that …

I worked at a preschool where I taught kindergarten and pre-kindergarten to 4 to 6 year olds. Finding something to keep them busy was always a challenge. Then I remembered as a kid seeing those melty beads that children put on a peg board and melt …

Munsinger and Clemens Gardens are internationally well-known gardens located along with Mississippi River in central Minnesota. I have lived in this area my entire life and have visited the gardens hundreds (if not thousands) of times. The gardens are split into upper and lower sections with a dead-end road …

Taking my kids and closely related friends and family for an evening at the Bear Mountain State park is incredibly enjoyable for the whole family. There is a diverse list of quality sights and nature trails that will entertain the whole family. I’m particularly amazed that my one year …

One of the rides which Kurt and I both enjoyed while we were at Lego Land recently was the River Falls ride. This is a typical log flume ride where you get very wet.
As we wee at Lego land two days running I decided to leave the log …

I went to Mud Island River Park this week on a field trip with my daughter’s First Grade class. It had been at least 10 years since I had visited the park. Once you arrive at the park you have to ride the monorail to get to the museum …

Having a toddler around, pumpkin carving became a must for Halloween. I found this kit on the oriental trading website and for the price I figured I’d give a try. It is safe to say it is a good investment. My family likes to carve pumpkins …

The skydome is a place where they hold a lot of concerts and shows. It is more like a stadium and the blue jays (baseball team) used to play there, as well as any circuses in town. The last time I went, it was Nelson Mendela holding some speech …

I’ve been to the Great Wolf Lodge in the Poconos once before just to look around but this was the first time that my children and I stayed overnight and used the water park. I got the room on sale for $179 which wasn’t too bad when you realize …

I’ve lived in Chicago for over 8 years now, and Millenium Park is one of my favorite places to visit in any season. It’s located right by the lake, on the east corner of downtown Chicago. The building I work in is only few blocks away, and it gives …

If you are looking for a really neat theme park to visit this summer, I suggest Adventureland Theme Park in Altoona, Iowa. Altoona is very close to Des Moines, Iowa.
Adventureland has been one of my favorite places to visit in the summer. I have been going there …

Visiting Wildlife World Zoo, which is lcoated in Litchfield Park, Arizona was a nightmare and I find that this place is really overrated with it being overpriced, and the poor animal conditions. The location also appeared to be a bit on the remote side and have I mentioned …

Four days ago, my officemates and I went to Puerto Galera. We all had high hopes about this month long-planned trip. Few things kept going on our way before this grand out of town getaway but we persisted.
Our group headed our way to bus station in Gil Puyat Avenue. …

Last April I really felt I needed a holiday break for a few days and after speaking to a friend,she recommended that I try booking a holiday with Butlins and since she mentioned that she had a good experience with them, I decided to give it a go.
I booked …

I purchased this rod about a year ago and I have found it to be one of the best rods I own. This rod is rated at a heavy action, but has a regular action.
I use this rod predominately for heavier soft plastics such as large worms and …

Out shopping the other day we stumbled across this park which is right next to the busy shopping centre of Finchley Central. When you have a small child with you, especially on a boring shopping trip, it’s always nice to stumble across a park! But this was …

While Dorney Park can make for a nice day of doing something different, be prepared to wait in long lines and compete with others to get a good seat on most of their rides. I have spent many years going to Dorney Park over the years, and while …

There is an amusement park close to Baltimore called Six Flags. It is part of a series of Six Flag organizations that crisscross around the country. This amusement park starts up in late April or early May for attendance. It has plenty of parking areas and …

Having recently spent a few weeks sailing one of these yachts, I thought I would share my thoughts so anyone considering chartering or even buying one could have someone else’s opinion.
My boat
This boat came from north Germany and was three years old, during its life it had been used …

The Scotty Cameron (Titleist) Futura Phantom Mallet Putter is an older putter which might be difficult to find in golf stores.
The only reason I tried this putter is because it does not look like any Scotty Cameron putter that I have used in the past.
First, it’s a very …

This Water park is located on jemeriah beach, Dubai, overlloking the Burj al Arab hotel and it’s private beach which is great because you get a chance to see it when you might not be able to otherwise.
The water park is very clean and modern, with lots of rides …

Bontrager bicycle innertubes are available throughout California in most bike shops. I have used several varieties of Bontrager inner tubes on my mountain bike and road bike as well as my friends’ bikes.
I have found Bontrager inner tubes too be well-made and easy to install. I especially …

My students and I recently had a tour of Avilon Zoo for the class field trip. It was my first time to visit this place and I am very impressed. Unlike the other zoo in Metro Manila, this place is very clean and well kept. They have very strict …

On June 3 and 4th I had the pleasure of attending St. Anthony’s Annual Polish Festival.
Hosted in the Church Hall of St. Anthony’s Church on Farrell Street in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia Canada, this festival offered something for everyone.
Despite the rain, (which went on all weekend) this fund-raising festival was …

This museum is a must see for anyone who is interested in civil war history. It is by far one of the the coolest museums I have ever visited. You will learn a lot , and have fun doing it. Plan on spending a few hours here , because …

A must-do when in Boracay is to go sailing aboard the paraw, which is a sailboat with nets on the side to serve as hammocks. The best time to go on a sail would be during sunset. It’s best to reserve a paraw early in the day …

My first coming to Bogor Botanical Garden was about ten years ago. After that impressive first visit, this place becomes one of my favorite destinations to invite guests or relatives who are coming from other town.
Being established in 1817, Bogor Botanical Garden is a suitable place to meet …

I took my family on a trip to Redding California to visit the Turtle Bay Exploration Park. It was easy to get to. right off of highway 44 going into the downtown area. The park is located on the banks of the Sacramento river, and the famous Sundial …

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If you’re planning a visit to Russell County, Kentucky, you’ll want to put the Lake Cumberland State Resort Park on your to-do list. There’s many things you can do at the park including jet skis, houseboats, pontoons, tubing, wave runners,
nature trails, picnic areas and nature watching. …

If you have ever wanted to feed a 1000 pound bear or get very close to one , then this is a place you should visit. It is incredible to see these beautiful animals , and they are very friendly. This is a great place to bring your whole …

A couple of years ago, around this time of the year. I remember our wonderful trip to Luray Caverns and Shenandoah National Park. We live in Herndon,Virginia and we just drove 2 hours to see these marvelous scenic destinations.
It was a different experience to see what lies beneath. …

One of my favourite rides at Alton Towers is called Oblivion which is a vertical drop roller coaster. There have always been big queues for this ride whenever I have been to Alton Towers but the queue in my opinion is defiantly well worth the wait. The …

I decided that this year one of my sons Christmas presents would be an inflatable boxing set. I am always a little unsure about buying this type of thing for my son because you often see reviews for such toys suggesting they have been a real let down.
I decided …

Singapore zoo is a great place to be with the family. A lot of animals ranging from Moneys, swans, different types of snakes to white rhinoceros. The good thing is that we can have a close view of all animals. It takes about a day …

Recently I went to the Great Escape and Splashwater Kingdom in Lake George, NY. However, I found that a lot has changed since the amusement park was sold to Six Flags. Unlike other Six Flags theme parks, I found that this park was smaller than the others. It now …

Imperial Palace Waterpark Resort & Spa is an amazing place. One of the best sites in Cebu, Philippines. Not only that you can stay here overnight, and enjoy the hotel amenities, you can also enjoy the water. By saying water, I am not exaggerating to water world or any …

I am a thrill-seeker and love all sorts of extreme rides. I love being scared out of my wits and the exhilaration of letting go and conquering your fear. One of the most memorable rides I have ever tried was the GX-5 Xtreme Swing in Clarke Quay, …

My husband and I discovered this place almost by accident. We were eating and overheard the people next to us talking about this small zoo right up the road. We finished our meal and drove a few miles up the road and found the coolest place .
It only cost …

I fell in love with Riverfront Park! There are many open grassy areas for playing games, relaxing, and walking. The park has many attractions, like the gondola, Imax, carosel, and amusement park rides. You can purchase a day pass if you want to enjoy these amusements, but there is …

Any tourist coming to Dartmouth Nova Scotia will not find their trip complete without a visit to the Banook Canoe Club. Housed alongside Lake Banook, this canoe club has been a historical landmark for over 100 years.
Generations of Darmouthonians have enjoyed taking paddling and canoeing lessons at the …