Leisure Reviews
Orvis Hot Springs - Ridgway, Colorado
After a long day of skiing in Telluride yesterday, I stopped to enjoy a soak at Orvis Hot Springs in Ridgway, Colorado. What a great decision! A clothing-optional lithium hot springs, Orvis Hot Springs is located just south of Ridgway in stunningly beautiful Ouray County.
Orvis natural …
SpaFinder Soothing Falls Fountain
I needed to relax more, and a friend of mine bought me SpaFinder Soothing Falls Fountain from Avon, for my home. Soothing fall is a small indoor fountain designed to promote relaxation while having a small amount of water cascading down an accordion style board into a small box …
Great Wolf Lodge in Pocono Mountains PA
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 …
Nike Str8 Dymo Driver
I am in the market for a new driver and was able to try out the Nike Str8 Dymo Driver (round head).
It really is a great driver. First, you are not buying one driver. In essence, you are buying 12 drivers. This driver comes with an adjustable head feature …
Mid Continent Railway Museum and Train Ride
My son loves trains. For this reason we just had to check out the Mid Continent Railway Museum in North Freedom, Wisconsin. This was a fun experience for both my son and myself and it is something we will do again some time. The experience was also educational.
There …
Paraw Sailing in Boracay
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 …
Panglao Island: Bohol Beach Club
So we went to a nice family trip this year and the destination Bohol! It’s one of the most amazing islands here in the Philippines. I guess that’s just my opinion. I have never been to Boracay. To those people who’s been there and thinks Boracay is …
Sesame Place Langhorne, PA
Sesame Place is one of the best places to go if you have young children, as this park is specifically designed for them. The park is located in Bucks County in Pennsylvania. It is one of my children’s favorite places to go and we end up there at …
Mantalinga Island in Roxas City
Mantalinga Island is a small little hilltop island found a few kilometers away from the shoreline of Roxas City’s Baybay Beach. People who would go to the shoreline stores and restaurants would get to see the island from where they are eating and take long shot photos with it. …
Perler Beads
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 …
The Top Thrill Dragster
The Top Thrill Dragster is a roller coaster at Cedar Pointe in Sandusky, Ohio. My family went there in 2003 shortly after it first opened. We waited in line for about an hour but they kept having mechanical difficulties with the ride so we opted to go ride the …
Marina Bay Sands Infinity Pool
The Marina Bay Sands is one of the newest attractions in Singapore. It is famous for its three towers with a ship on top connecting all three. It is very easy to see from afar. The most talked about attraction in the Ship (Skypark) which is …
Veterans Day Parade in Inverness Florida
Some schools do not have off for Veterans Day, but thankfully the county that I live in does. I believe that all schools should be off for Veterans Day, because it is a way for the community to be able to be thankful in honoring the men and women …
Philadelphia Pennypack Park
Yesterday was such a beautiful day outside, so I decided to go to Penny Pack Park. It is such a peaceful and quiet place to walk around and be one with nature. I love the fact that there is a beautiful trail that takes you to this exquisite water …
Ozark Trail Hammock with Sun Shade
We purchased this hammock after seeing it at a campground on another campsite. We saw someone lounging in the hammock and asked him where he got it, and we decided we wanted one of our own. Often when we are camping, we have plenty of time to …
Cran Hill Ranch Campground
I have been camping at Cran Hill Ranch campground ever since I was a very young child. My parents camped there with us, and then as I go a little older, they would send me to summer camp there. Cran Hill Ranch offers both family camping and …
Ross Park Zoo
If you’re ever near Binghamton, NY, be sure to take a couple of hours to visit the Zoo at Ross Park.
I’ve been to several zoos of a variety of sizes and the Zoo at Ross Park seems to be one of the more family-friendly places. There aren’t a ton …
Great Wolf Lodge/Waterpark
We recently visited Great Wolf Lodge and had a great time. We stayed for 2 nights, which was just the right amount of time for us. The lodge has everything you need to keep kids of all ages entertained for the weekend, all in one place. …
Budapest Zoo
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 …
Hatteras Hammocks Cotton Rope Hammock
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 …
Augusta Museum of History
This is a very interesting and educational place to visit in the Augusta , Georgia area. This two story building is full of surprises. You will learn a lot and have fun while seeing this place.
I really enjoyed seeing the James Brown exhibit. It was the main reason …
The Purple Turtle Beach in Portsmouth, Dominica
The Purple Turtle Beach in Portsmouth, Dominica, is a long black sand beach that is used frequently by locals and visitors alike. Situated on the western shores of the island, the gentle Caribbean Sea laps at its shore, allowing for the most in experienced of swimmers to enjoy the …
Dorney Park
Looking for a funfilled activity to do with the family? Why not consider packing everyone up in the car and taking them for a day trip to Dorney Park? Dorney is located in the middle of Allentown, Pennsylvania right off of Hamilton Boulevard. Its a stone’s throw …
Kadri park Mangalore
Kadri park is a park in Mangalore, India. It is 6 kms away from the main city centre. It is a large and beautiful park. Many people from Mangalore come to this park, especially in the evenings.
Entry is free because it is a government park. The park is kept …
Bowling Centre Telford
Superbowl Telford, is where my Husband and I go bowl in a league with some of his colleagues from work. We bowl in a team called the flaming galahs. As well as bowling in a league there we also organise a fun nights out for his work …
Frankie’s Fun Park - amusement center
This is a place where your whole family will have a blast. It is 14 acres of exciting things to get into. There is something for every age group to enjoy. Once you visit this place once , then you will want to come back again and again.
It’s free …
Emmaus Community Park
If you are looking for a nice place to take your kids to spend the day I suggest if you are in the Emmaus area to stop by the Emmaus Community Park. The park is a very nice area for kids and adults as well.
There is a large …
Oasys Theme Park
Oasys Theme Park is a great day out and has the following to entertain and excite you: The Yellow Rose Saloon has a very nice atmosphere with live cowboy music and dancing can can girls. A really good place to have a drink and remember the Wild …
The Villages of Florida
The Villages are located in the heart of Central Florida and have become one of the quaintest little shopping areas that I have come across in a long time. Not only does it give off a friendly atmosphere with its townspeople and warmly decorated streets, but there is an …
Bayfield Heritage Tours Haunted Ghost Walk Tour
Have you ever been on a ghost walk? The Haunted Bayfield Ghost Walk tour in the charming town of Bayfield, Wisconsin is spine tingling delightful fun. My husband and I were in the Bayfield area a few months ago for a camping trip. We learned that there was to …
Dreamland Aqua Park Umm Al Quwain UAE
Known as biggest water park in UAE, Dreamland Aqua Park is almost one hour and half drive from Dubai. To maximize our outing, we made sure that we would reach Umm Al-Quwain before eleven o’clock in the morning.
We made it as planned. Queue started in the entrance. After …
uShaka Marine World
The uShaka Marine World has been opened for just a few years now and is Durban’s only Water Park and Marine World. It is situated on Durban’s Addington Beach and has spectacular views of the ocean and the famous Golden Mile. It is just a few minutes away by …
Silverbell Lake at Christopher Columbus Park - Tucson, AZ
My family and I love to spend a day at the lake, and living in the Arizona deserts makes us appreciate sitting water-side that much more! One of our favorite spots in Silverbell Lake, which is located within Christopher Columbus Park. Christopher Columbus Park sits on the …
FISHING THE KLAMATH & TRINITY RIVERS CA
Each year, for as long as I can remember, fishermen from all over the world have come to the Klamath River and to the Trinity River to catch the awesome salmon that are caught there. This year, that may not be possible.
The Pacific Fishery Management Council is deciding whether …
Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
What a delightful discovery our family made when we found the Boonshoft Museum of Discovery in Dayton, Ohio. One weekend we were looking for something to do with our family and our son, daughter in law and grandkids. Dayton is about half way for both of us, and I …
Forest Camp in Dumaguete City
Nature has its method of finding a way to preserve its undying beauty. There are many nature-based places to go to, and one of them is Forest Camp. This spot is found in Valencia, Dumaguete City. During weekends and on special occasions, any people will visit here to witness …
Sun Splash Waterpark–Cape Coral, Florida
You might think there isn’t much to do when you come to Fort Myers, Sanibel, or Captiva other than go to the beach. But you would be wrong. Located smack dab in the middle of Cape Coral is the Sun Splash Waterpark. Known to the locals as a family …
African Safari Wildlife Park
Since its summer, my husband and I loved being outdoors. That includes visiting parks and zoos. We have seen many zoos near Metro Detroit area and we want to experience the zoo in a whole new way. On my internet research, I came across African Safari Wildlife Park. …
Twin Lakes (Balinsasayao) Nature Park in Dumaguete City
One of the magnificent places here in Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental, is the Twin Lakes of Balinsasayao. This place is where you will find two lakes residing at the top of the mountain. A person will experience a relaxing mood, at the same time, enjoyable moment just by looking …
Bobby’s Bike Hike Chicago bike tour
Once on a visit to Chicago I decided to take in the city with a tour. I participated in a wonderful bike tour called Bobby’s Bike Hike. This proved to be a great way to see the city as well as get some exercise in. This is a tour …
Crocodile Park
Crocodile Park is home to Pangil, the Philippines’ largest crocodile. As a child, we used to visit the place often and always had fun. My parents were friends with the owner, Sonny Dizon, and sometimes my cousins and I would get in free. They moved to a new place …
Reptile Village Gowran (Co. Kilkenny, Ireland)
While a trip to the zoo may have traditionally meant getting up close in personal with some of the cuddlier mammals in the animal kingdom, at Gowran in County Kilkenny Ireland, the creatures in these enclosures don�t have a scrap of fur between them.
The Reptile Village in Gowran is …
PM Hobbycraft
One day last weekend, mainly because we were bored, we decided to go to a hobby store that we had seen some time ago, to look at the model trains. I have always loved trains, so on whim, we went to PM Hobbycraft in northeast Calgary, Alberta. The outside …
Cedar Pointe Sandusky
Cedar Pointe is my favorite amusement park because it’s the one I grew up going to as a kid. When you walk in there are large walkways with flowers down the center. My mom has an old photograph she took of my dad, me and my brother and sisters …
Dick Wittington Park Farm
We had a great day out last week when my wife and our two sons Kurt and josh visited Dick Whittington Farm Park. We had such a good day and our sons had a very fun filled day. Dick Whittington Farm Park is in the forest of Dean, Longhope …
C.N.E. (Canadian Exhibition Center) , Toronto
The C.N.E. is more commonly known as ‘The Ex’. It’s kind of like Wonderland but on a smaller scale and has more than just roller coasters. It has a lot of exhibitions and shows as well as concerts. I know that a lot of radio stations like to hold …
Bedford Park
I worked beside this park for several years and never realised just how good it was as a place for children until these last 12 months.
Bedford Park is excellent. Situated between Robinson Pool and the Pilgrim Centre, this is a park that is close to having everything it needs …
Saddle River County Park Wild Duck Pond in Ridgewood, NJ
As a little girl I remember my parents taking me to the Ridgewood Duck Pond. My Dad loved to make model boats that he could drive around the pond. I woulld watch him drive his boats while I walked with my Mom around the pond. One …
Vesuvios (The Sharnbrook Hotel) Christmas party venue
I have heard a lot of good things about Vesuvios at Sharnbrook and so was happy to go along to our works Christmas party there last December. I must say it was the best Christmas party I have ever been to! The building is relatively new and looks clean …
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