Leisure Reviews
Nan Lian Garden Hong Kong
Nan Lian Gardens is a quaint little public park in the middle of the New Territories. It’s a bit far, especially since I’m based in Hong Kong Island. While going there is convenient enough via the MTR, I have to take three trains to get there.
Despite the long commute, …
Puentespina Orchid Garden
Ask any local resident of Davao and they will tell you to visit the Puentespina Orchid Garden before you leave Davao. It is probably the most famous and most beautiful garden you will ever visit in the Philippines. This garden showcases a huge variety of orchid, which includes the …
Ace Water Spa
People around are always talking about Ace Water Spa. I got negative and positive feedback. I finally got the time to check the place out and here is what I got:
The place is a lot bigger than it looks. I thought at first that it was small and it …
The Boater’s Choice, Grand Lake, Colorado
The Boater’s Choice in Grand Lake, Colorado offers the perfect solutions to those travelling to the sleepy, summer town wishing to explore the peaceful lake. Boat rentals, charter trips, and local expertise are available daily to those in need of a few hours on the lake before heading …
Cable Car Langkawi
One of the most exciting things that I had done in Langkawi Island was the cable car ride. I went to the Oriental Village and bought a couple of tickets for me and my friend and we were on our way for this ride. It was a bit annoying …
Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom
Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom is located in Louisville, Kentucky. When you first walk in to buy your tickets to be admitted into the park, a speaker is blaring loud, headache creating music. Even the park employees were yelling over the top of the music. I do …
Bowlplex Birmingham
My family and I sometimes go bowling at the Bowlplex bowling Centre in Birmingham just of five ways at the old hospital site. The site is now a thriving centre that has restaurants cinema a hotel, gym and the bowling ally.
The bowling centre is relatively new so all …
Zehnders Splash Village
Zender’s Splash Village - Frankenmuth, MI USA, is right next to Bronner’s the ‘world’s largest Christmas store.’ The outside is cheery and welcoming. The inside is decorated like an enchanted forest and very clean. I felt happier the minute I entered.
We stepped inside …
Elkader City Park Iowa
One of my all time favorite places to camp is Elkader City Park in Elkader , Iowa. I have been camping there for years and years, and no matter what new campground we go to, Elkader is my favorite. I like the fact that at Elkader City park …
Alligator Farm: Zoological Park in St. Augustine Florida
While vacationing for a while in St. Augustine Florida, I came across a sign that was promoting an attraction. Alligator Farm: Zoological Park. My first impression was that this would be a rinky dink exhibit, dirty, and not very worthwhile. But, deciding to give it a try and see …
Go Bananas theme park Chicago
Go Bananas is an indoor theme park similar to places like Jeepers snd Dinorex… it has arcade games and ticket games, and also large indoor rides.
One of these rides was a rollercoaster, about the size of the kids’ “Dragon Coaster” you might find at a carnival.
It is not a …
Misquamicut beach in Westerly RI
When people think of New England and the beaches they have to offer, they think of Cape Cod or New Hampshire’s Hampton Beach but they rarely remember that there is a great beach in Westerly RI and that is Misquamicut beach.
I use to love going to Misquamicut than any …
Kiss Monster Mini Golf in Las Vegas
While I was visiting Las Vegas last year, I decided to check out the Kiss Monster Mini Golf. Just off the main strip, Kiss Monster Mini Golf is located just a short distance away from the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino.
As a huge Kiss fan, …
WILD WADI WATERPARK DUBAI
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 …
Crayola Color Wonder Sprayer
One of my daughters really loves art, so my husband thought this would make a great gift for her for Christmas. We have bought many Crayola products for our kids in the past and have been mostly satisfied with those purchases so we had high hopes for this …
Marine Land Niagara Falls
‘Everyone loves marine land.’ Except for me of course. I mean this is a great place and all but it just doesn’t catch my attention. This is a water park but it is also a place where you can see performances of marine animals, kind of like Ocean Park. …
Knoebels Amusement Park
This summer my family, two children and five adults went to Knoebels Amusement park, expecting to watch the kids have fun and be bored. We were wrong.
They did have many rides that catered to children, little trains, slides and a boat ride. But there were many rides …
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 …
Six Flags Over Georgia
The have had only one roller coaster truly terrify me in my entire life, and it was at the Six Flags over Georgia Theme Park. Riding ‘Goliath’ (which extends over about half of the park) literally put tears in my eyes and had my knees buckling when I got …
Blue Springs
It had been years since I stepped into the cool blue waters of Blue Springs and when my favorite travel relative invited me to par take in a day’s adventure, the kid in me couldn’t resist.
The drive up to High Springs was about thirty minutes and like all …
Disneys Blizzard Beach Waterpark
Its been a tradition to our family to go down to Orlando every year and each time we are there we go to parks we havent been to. This one is one of my favorites! Its a lot of fun, it cools you off and the layout of its …
Chocolate Hills of Bohol
Chocolate Hills of Bohol is one of our pride being a Boholano. It was once one of the Seven Wonders of the World but to my disappointment, it is not anymore included in the current list.
What makes the place wonderful is …
Go Bananas Chicago
I took my 8 year old son to Go Bananas for a friends birthday party and couldnt help but notice how bad and run down most of the games were i mean this place is basically a Casino for Children as this place supplys so many games that …
Grayshott Studio Spa, Fawsley, Northants
Grayshott Spa adjoins Fawsley Hall hotel and is part of the complementary service provided by the hotel but is also a spa and fitness club open to private members. The facilities are compact so I imagine it could get quite crowded at peak times. Having said that, …
Cannafest Prague 19th-21st of November
A very pleasant event I took part of in the previous month was Cannafest Prague. I decided it would not be a bad idea to pay a visit and it was not bad at all. Smoke shops from several European nations had their own stall in the big hall …
Sea World Eye Gold Coast Australia
I have a nice plus scary experience on this giant wheel, in Gold Coast, which is also called the Sea World Eye. I have been to this place before, and was taken aback by the 60 meters structure towers. On the other hand, I really love the …
Gembiraloka park and zoo
When I was child, I’m really happy when I went to the zoo with my parents. See all kind of animal that maybe I never seen before, it’s make me exciting. Now I’m 24, I seldom visit zoo, but I went there sometimes just to refreshing and see how …
The Ranjeng Lake
This potential water recreation object is located in my home town, Bumiayu city. From the center of the city, it takes about thirty minutes through the uphill and windy roads to arrive at the Ranjeng Lake. There is not any public transportation which takes you to the location. …
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 …
Brandywine Zoo
Any parent who lives in the greater Delaware Valley, will more likely than not have taken their children to the Brandywine Zoo. This small, consolidated Delaware attraction is the perfect size for parents to take young children to view unique animals, enjoy the outdoors, and learn about nature …
Scotty Cameron Squareback 1 Putter
The Scotty Cameron Squareback 1 putter is pretty much an attempt to make their Studio Select series more forgiving.
This putter basically has the same build as the SC Newport blade series but with a much bigger and deeper face. This type of face promotes easier contact and allows for …
Tybee Island Marine Science Center
Although this center is small , it does have some interesting parts to it. There are all kinds of fish , coral tanks , and more here. It is a cool place to visit. I think just about any age will enjoy this place. My husband and I are …
MacRitchie reservoir
This weekend I went to MacRitchie reservoir as a family. Good place for a walk. Very calm surrouded by water with good and clean pathways. It is the oldest reservoir in Singapore completed in 1868.
This is a forest area with mokeys jumping from one tree top to …
Federal Reserve Bank Museum
The Federal Reserve Bank Museuem , is amazing. It is an interesting experience , and you get to take home a bag of free money! It is a very informative place to visit. You will see all kinds of exhibits , and learn all kinds of stuff about money. …
Avilon Zoo
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 …
Mt. Atlanticus Miniature Golf Course
This is a very unique and exciting miniature golf course. The course is surrounded by water , and is very fun. This is one of the best mini golf places in Myrtle Beach , South Carolina. It is both an indoor and outdoor course.
This course is very cool and …
Oblivion
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 …
Cox Convention Center
I was invited to join some friends at the Cox Convention Center to watch the Hornets basketball game. I arrived their and immediately found a parking spot.
As I walked into the Cox Convention Center, I could not believe all of the activity that was going on in there. They …
Birch Aquarium at Scripps (La Jolla, CA)
As a mother of young kids, I am always looking for places to go on extremely hot or raining day. I have found a gem in the Birch Aquarium at Scripps in beautiful La Jolla, CA. (short drive up the coast from San Diego)
The Birch Aquarium isn’t as …
Water Safari at Old Forge NY
My family tradition is that once a year, will be full of jam packed outings, travels, vacations and etc. So, sometime in mid June last year, my whole family, including my boyfriend, went to the Water Safari at Old Forge, NY. It was a bit extreme to …
Bell Tavern Park Downingtown PA
Whether you are a parent or a child care provider seeking somewhere to take the kids, Bell Tavern Park has it all. I just took my neices and nephews there, and they had a ball. The park is fully equipped with a sanded area, tennis courts, picnic tables, a …
Charles Town Landing State Park
If you are looking for an interesting place to spend the day , then Charles Town Landing State Park is for you. It’s fun and informative. The staff are great and you will be surprised at all there is to do at this park. I loved it and so …
Dora The Explorer 12″ Bike
My granddaughter absolutely loves Dora the Explorer and when I was looking for a bike for her to keep at my house, I found the perfect one. This was a Dora the Explorer Bike and it was just big enough for her to learn how to ride a bike. …
Fernbank National History Museum
My husband and I enjoyed a couple of fun filled hours in this museum. The first thing you will see before you even enter the beautiful museum is huge bronze statues of dinosaurs outside in a fountain. They were my favorite part of the trip! My husband and I …
Kerr Lake Recreational Park
Today I went with my mom and daughter to Kerr Lake in Henderson NC. We think that Kerr Lake is a beautiful recreational park. It is located about 20 minutes from downtown Henderson and is about 10 minutes from I-85.
Kerr Lake has beautiful scenery. When you drive in, …
Shrine of Our Lady of Miraculous Medal in Bogo, Cebu city
There are so many beautiful spots or places that we want to visit. And if we already went there, we want to go back just to embrace the beauty on that place again. One of the beautiful places in my hometown, Bogo City, north of Cebu province, there is …
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 …
Carolines Comedy Club New York
Carolines Comedy Club is located at 1626 Broadway New York, NY 10019. The telephone number is 212-757-4100. The place itself is very nice, and the staff is friendly, however I think that this place is way overpriced. The comics are not as funny as I thought they …
Fred Enke Driving Range
I use this driving range a lot because it is near my house. I really enjoy golfing there at night because there are always very few people there, and it is lit up well. Their prices are the average, four dollars for a small bucket and seven dollars for …
Calgary Zoo Botanical Garden and Prehistoric Park
The Calgary Zoo is a great spot for tourists and locals to visit. If you are a local, I would definitely recommend buying the season’s pass. They pay for themselves quite quickly as the adult purchase price of the pass is $50 and one day is $18. …
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