Helen is nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains on the Chattahoochee River in Georgia; the town is a re-creation of an alpine village complete with cobblestone alleys and old-world towers. Alpine Helen and White County has shopping, camping, rustic and/or luxury mountain cabins, restaurants, bed and breakfast inns, mountains, theater, recreation, romantic getaways, beautiful scenery,Continue reading “Helen, GA”
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New York, NY
New York has been my favorite north American city for much of my life. From the time I was 12 I spent my teen-aged summers up there; by the time I was 14, I spent them relatively unchaperoned. Lincoln Center and Central Park West was “home” for 4 of those summers. Lincoln Center is homeContinue reading “New York, NY”
Drive Across America
A few years back I helped a friend move her car (and her stuff) from California to New York. We decided to take the “north route” and visited as many national parks as we could, to get a taste of the glory that is natural America. We nicknamed the trip “Mar and Erika Across America.”Continue reading “Drive Across America”
Key West, FL
If you make your way down to South Florida, you should check out Key West. A unique getaway, the aptly named “Conch Republic” is always an enjoyable time; bars, shopping, tours of local attractions… There’s always something new to discover! Go check out: The Hemingway House – Ernest Hemingway’s tropical hideaway. Tour his house, hearContinue reading “Key West, FL”
Disney World (Orlando)
Walt Disney World is legendary. It may be best known for the classic attractions that premiered in Disney Land, California, but has multiplied more than tenfold its size since opening in 1971 (and it’s always on the verge of getting bigger and better)! The complex in Orlando currently has over 20 themed hotels, 4 themeContinue reading “Disney World (Orlando)”
Magic Kingdom (Orlando)
In Magic Kingdom, the theme park commonly synonymous with “Disney World,” you will find themed lands that express every imaginative fantasy for boys, girls and adults alike – Adventureland resembles the mystery of foreign lands, Frontierland takes you back to the Old West, Fantasyland puts you in a medieval fair with princesses, Liberty Square takesContinue reading “Magic Kingdom (Orlando)”
EPCOT Center (Orlando)
EPCOT*is often referred to as the “permanent world’s fair.” It is set up in an hourglass shape and features two main areas: Future World and the World Showcase. “Future World” is chock full of amazing attractions that celebrate the cutting edge of technology (check out the Test Track, Soarin’, Mission: Space, Imagination and the Universe of EnergyContinue reading “EPCOT Center (Orlando)”
Hollywood Studios (Orlando)
Disney’s Hollywood Studios may no longer be called “MGM” (although many will recognize it by this name), but the attractions remain as movie-loving and old-cinema as ever! As far as thrills go, the Rock n Roller Coaster takes you on an awesome launch from 0-60 mph in 2.8 seconds! The ride is synced with music,Continue reading “Hollywood Studios (Orlando)”
Animal Kingdom (Orlando)
It took me more than 10 years to get to Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Now that I’ve been there, it is easily one of my favorite Disney Parks. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, meaning they have met or exceeded the standards in education, conservation, and research. It is built inContinue reading “Animal Kingdom (Orlando)”
Pop Century and Downtown Disney
Orlando, FL has a lot of activities to offer. Beyond the parks, Disney also operates a range of Disney Resorts and Downtown Disney, which is the old “Pleasure Island.” Before this visit, I had never stayed in a Disney Resort. But staying at Pop Century, I was surprised to find that this hotel rate wasContinue reading “Pop Century and Downtown Disney”
Islands of Adventure (Orlando)
Florida is known for its theme parks; if you make it down to central Florida, try to get to Universal Studios! With rides, attractions and Harry Potter World, Universal Studios has a lot to offer….
Six Flags Over Georgia
One of the awesome things about Six Flags is that they honor their annual passes at other Six Flags parks around the country. Also, their roller coasters are pretty epic and Batman rocks.
Medieval Times (Dallas)
Welcome to MEDIEVAL TIMES!!!! For a unique time-traveling experience, Medieval Times can’t be beat. Your meal comes complete with an equestrian floor show, sword fights and falconry.
Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags. Holiday in the Park.
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