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Traveling Back in Time in Havana, Cuba
Written by Cassidy Murray As time goes by and cities and countries grow larger and greater, there is one country that remains frozen in time following the same traditions and ways of life we were accustomed to in the 1950s. This amazing city with its complicated history and incredibly energetic vibe is Havana – the capital of Cuba. Last winter my family traveled to Cuba where we spent a week exploring Havana. The city is very exotic and old fashioned in a poodle-skirt and hot pink 50’s convertible sort of way. Havana has European architecture and a fun Caribbean feel which makes the city look more antique and rustic than…
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What’s Hot in Southern California :: July
Daytime Fun: Melon Tours Address: 5380 3/4 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612 Venue: Tanaka Farms Recurrence: Recurring daily Visit Website Dates: July 01 – August 31, 2017 The 1 1/4 hour Melon Tour includes: a guided wagon ride around the 30-acre farm, opportunity to sample and learn about different fruits and vegetables in season; relaxing in the tasting tent adn sampling different types of melons and taking home your own melon. OC Parks Presents the Annual Summer Concert Series June 22 – August 24, 2017 Location: Orange County Parks Times: From: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Admission: Free to attend, with free parking and open to the public of all ages. Recurrence: Every Thursday June 22 at…
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5 Magical Places to Explore on the Emerald Isle of Ireland
There are only two kinds of people in the world, the Irish and those who wish they were. Written by Kaitlin Murray Ireland – the land of green hills, kind people, ancient legends, and magical experiences. My family traveled for 2 weeks throughout the whole country and every city and sight had something new to offer. I wish that our road trip could have lasted longer and I fell in love with all of the Irish folklore, legends, and art. I cannot wait to return one day! So here are my favorite experiences during our adventure through Ireland. Dingle Peninsula On the Western coast of the country is the…
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Five Fun Things to do in Sydney, Australia
Written by Cassidy Murray. Australia always sounded like a mystical and faraway country to me. It wasn’t until I explored it that I realized it is also a fascinating and historic country which I now consider one of my favorite destinations. This April my family and I planned a trip to Australia while we were traveling through Asia and since Oceania always intrigued me, I was so excited when I found out I was finally going to make it to one of my bucket list countries. We planned for 2 weeks in Sydney and left the rest of our trip open knowing we had time to travel the country freely. Here…
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An Unexpected Journey in Hobbiton – The Land of Fantasy and Magic in New Zealand
In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit.. Written by Kaitlin Murray Beyond the rolling green hills of the North Island lies Hobbiton, the famous movie set for the Hobbit and Lord of the Rings trilogies in New Zealand. As one of my favorite experiences during our entire trip, Hobbiton is a place that transports you into another world of fantasy and dreams, where you can leave behind the real world for awhile. Our long awaited adventure began as we arrived at the Shire’s Rest, a cafe, shop, and gateway to the movie set. There you can find all sorts of great trinkets, gifts, and fun memorabilia! To…
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Body Worlds: Pulse Exhibit Now Open at the California Science Center through February 2018!
Come experience the West Coast debut of inventor Dr. Gunther von Hagens’ BODY WORLDS: Pulse — a convergence of aesthetic anatomy, health and wellness. Take the family and experience this educational and fascinating exhibition! I’ve always felt that if one understood a bit more about how the body works and the impact certain lifestyle choices affect the body, they might make other choices. Dr. Gunther von Hagens’ BODY WORLDS: Pulse is a very educational exhibit that the whole family will enjoy. We’ve got 4 tickets to hand out to experience it firsthand so be sure to enter often! This special exhibition presents the body in health and distress, its vulnerabilities and…
