Articles for ‘Events’ Category
Tuesday, January 17th, 2012
Chicago's Bronzeville neighborhood is loaded with cultural gems and vibrant murals -- not to mention engaging events during Black History Month throughout February. Credit: Zol87.
By Jennifer Olvera
Black History Month is celebrated throughout the month of February nationwide. In Chicago, the park district is one of many entities to usher in honorary events. What’s more, it’s a great time to celebrate the every day contributions of Chicago’s African-American visionaries, from blues, gospel and soul music performances to stops at culturally rich gems in the city’s Bronzeville neighborhood. Conveniently, you find a plethora of cheap Chicago hotels this time of year. (more…)
Tags: Chicago festivals, Chicago vacation
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Thursday, January 12th, 2012
Bar Boulud is just one of the 300-plus restaurants participating in NYC's Restaurant Week. Credit: ZagatBuzz.
By Erin Behan
January is a great time of year to visit New York–if you don’t mind the cold, that is. Hotel rooms are generally discounted, Broadway plays often have open seats and—of course—the post holiday sales are in full force. There’s one more reason to visit New York in January, and it has to do with a famous New York City pastime: eating out. The city’s twice-annual Restaurant Week runs Monday through Friday from Jan. 16 through Feb. 10, and 2012 is the 20-year celebration of the event that gives discounted prix fixe meals for lunch ($24.07) and dinner ($35) at more than 300 of the city’s top restaurants. (more…)
Tags: cheap New York hotels, New York vacations
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Thursday, December 29th, 2011
Local restaurants cook up specials for Wailuku's monthly street party.
By Erin Behan
There’s nothing wrong with feeling like a tourist in Hawaii, but every once in a while it’s nice experience something like a kama’aina or local, and Wailuku First Friday fits the bill with plenty of local flair. (more…)
Tags: Hawaii hotels, Hawaii vacations
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Tuesday, December 13th, 2011
Three Kings Day (Día de Reyes) is among Puerto Rico's most festive holidays, when parades and gift-giving honor the storied Wise Men, who came to see baby Jesus. Credit: Jaime Olmo.
By Jennifer Olvera
Santa? Santa, who? In Puerto Rico – and much of the Latin world – it’s the Three Kings who foster (or, at least, further) the holiday spirit. Understandably, that makes early January a choice time to plan a cheap Caribbean vacation.
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Tags: Puerto Rico hotels, Puerto Rico vacation
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Thursday, December 1st, 2011
At this Santa sitting, Santa sits on you. Credit: Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square.
By Erin Behan
The tradition of sitting on Santa’s lap is so engrained in American culture that we hardly even question it: What adults don’t cherish that embarrassing childhood photo of themselves making an awkward face in a Christmas sweater on an ample Kris Kringle? (more…)
Tags: New York hotels
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Tuesday, November 15th, 2011
Bella Bellagio: Enjoy free shows at the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens. Credit: Ken_Lund.
By Kristin Dillon
Forget making the naughty list. Why not surprise Santa this year with your grown-up Christmas list? From chocolate factory tours to Winter in Venice, show him you’ve checked it twice with cheap Las Vegas hotels under $150 and these budget-friendly attractions: (more…)
Tags: cheap Las Vegas hotels, Las Vegas vacation
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Friday, October 14th, 2011
Geishas and monsters: Drama at the West Hollywood Halloween Party and Street Carnaval.
By Abby Samler
Originally from the East Coast, I didn’t think that fall existed in Los Angeles, but I quickly learned that even West Coasters can enjoy the changing of the season. Take it from me — a 16-year resident — there are plenty of ways to celebrate the harvest season in L.A. (more…)
Tags: cheap los angeles hotels
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Friday, October 14th, 2011
Watch in awe as titans shred giant waves during Van's Triple Crown of Surfing. (Credit: Karen Chan 16.)
By Jeff Helminak
Hawaii, known for its aloha spirit, beautiful beaches and Hawaii 5-0, will play host this November to dignitaries and guests from around the world at the 2011 Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation in Honolulu. Don’t worry if you’re not attending – there’s still plenty of to do during the next few months. Here’s a list of a few favorite events coming up: (more…)
Tags: cheap Hawaii hotels
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Tuesday, July 19th, 2011
U.S. Cellular Field in Chicago. Credit: FaceMePls.
By Derek Brown
Play ball! The boys of summer might be all there’s to watch in August if the football lockout continues. Grab your glove and head out on this tour of 3 Midwest baseball stadiums in 3 days and watch 6 teams play in these cities known for brats and beers. (more…)
Tags: baseball, cheap Chicago hotels
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Thursday, June 16th, 2011
Fourth of July fireworks over Washington, D.C. Credit: JoshuaDavisPhotography.
By Derek Brown
Celebrate America the Beautiful this Fourth of July in our nation’s capital. Wrapped in bunting, flags whipping in the wind and fireworks in the summer sky make it one of the most patriotic, colorful and popular times of the year to visit Washington, D.C. (more…)
Tags: Fourth of July, summer vacation, Washington DC
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