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About Meru County Kenya

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Mon, 1 Feb 2016 06:48:00 -0800

Meru County is located along the eastern side of the Mt Kenya ring road. Meru County borders Isiolo County to the North and North East, Tharaka County to the South West, Nyeri County to the South West and Laikipia County to the West.

Meru County is the home of the Imenti, Tigania and Igembe sub-tribes of the Ameru (Meru) tribe, which is related to other tribes living around the Mount Kenya region: the Kikuyu and the Embu people. The people of Meru County are now predominantly Christian: Methodist, Presbyterian, Roman Catholic, and other denominations, reflecting the work of missionaries. Meru County is also home to minorities of Indian descent, who are mainly Hindus, and African/Arab descent, who are Muslims. Meru County is also home to some Europeans, predominantly British in ancestry.

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The proposed county headquarters is in Meru. The County has seven constituencies: South Imenti, Central Imenti, North Imenti, Igembe South Constituency, Igembe North Constituency, Tigania East Constituency, Tigania West Constituency and the proposed Buuri Constituency.

meru county official website: meru.go.ke

The Tom Mboya statue in Nairobi

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Mon, 1 Feb 2016 06:37:00 -0800

It took 42 years and Sh20 million for Kenya to finally honour one of its greatest fallen heroes in cast bronze. “TJ” was assassinated on 5 July, 1969 as he stepped out of Channa’s Chemist, a few metres from where his statue stands.

The three-year effort of self-taught sculptor Oshoto Ondula shows Mboya in flowing Ghanaian kente robes, a gift from President Kwame Nkrumah, which he wore during his campaigns for Nairobi Constituency (now Kamukunji) during the 1960 General Election.

His right hand is stretched out to symbolise a leader reaching to his people and not looking down at them.

The statue stands on what symbolises Rusinga Island, where he was buried.

The fountain and flamingoes under the statue represent the aeroplanes used by Kenyan students in the now famous Mboya-fronted Airlift Africa educational project that saw Kenyan students study on scholarships in American universities in the late 1950s and 1960s.

The Ministry of National Heritage commissioned the statue’s tendering. Ondula was short-listed out of 20 hopefuls as he got Mboya’s face correct. The family approved.

The Dedan Kimathi Monument in Nairobi

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Mon, 1 Feb 2016 06:29:00 -0800

The statue of Field Marshal Dedan Kimathi on Kimathi Street in Nairobi.

Kimathi was captured and hanged by the colonial government at the height of Kenya’s freedom struggle. His grave at the Kamiti Prison has never been identified.

A sculpture is a three-dimensional object with a message. It could be a statue thriving in the context of a city like Nairobi, watching over people coursing through a life that is damn so daily.

Sculptures have a life of their own since within every block of wood, iron, or stone lies a spirit waiting to be carved.

Nairobi’s latest is the statue of nationalist Tom Mboya on Moi Avenue. It was unveiled by President Mwai Kibaki on the eve of Mashujaa Day this October as a tribute to Mboya’s “remarkable contributions” to this country, and to “honour the departed hero and remind the nation of whom he was” and “what he stood for”.

Tom Mboya’s is the second statue to be gazetted as a national treasure, after that of freedom fighter Dedan Kimathi in 2007.

That was the year the government created a task force to carry out countrywide data collection to establish criteria for identifying, recognising, and honouring national heroes and heroines.

Mr Gideon Siundu, a lecturer at Masinde Muliro University, wrote in a local newspaper then that such monuments “act as public sites of memory, complementing in useful ways the narrative of resistance, visionary leadership, and embodiments of national aspirations.”

Statues and monuments commemorate the historical in eternal present, beside adding to a city’s aesthetic beauty.

Indeed, towering statues and monuments contribute to a country’s history, much like its antiquated and contemporary architecture, the rhyme and reason of its national anthem.

The world over, streets, highways, public places, and spaces are punctuated by brooding statues of decorated literary giants, military heroes, freedom fighters, and political liberators to remember triumph and tragedies, hardships and hark work, heroes and heroines.

Muranga County and Town and County Assembly

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Wed, 4 Nov 2015 05:39:00 -0800

Muranga County and Town

Aberdare Ranges and National Park

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Wed, 4 Nov 2015 03:24:00 -0800

The aberdare national park was established in may 1950, it covers an area of 766 square kilometers, the mountain range between 7,000 ft to 14,000 above the sea leve. The park has stunning landscapes from the mountain peaks to deep valleys with streams, rivers and waterfalls. the mountains have moorland bamboo and rainforests.

The two highest peaks are OlDonyo Lesatima (13,120) and kinangop at 12,816ft. The park is 100 kilometers North of Nairobi.

The Aberdare range was named by J.J Thompson in 1884 in honor of Lord Aberdare, who at the time was president of the royal Geographical society and the royal historical society.

The Rhino Charge is an annual fundraiser to carter for the fencing of the aberdare national park as a means of protecting the East Africa's largest indigenous forest from destruction.

About Menengai Crater: Location, Entrance Fees and History

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Tue, 3 Nov 2015 00:24:00 -0800

Menengai crater is located eight kilometres from Nakuru town, along Nakuru main road. It is a dormant volcano and the second largest crater in the world. it plunges 483 metres from the rim.

The volcano was formed about 200,000 years ago. the 12 x 8 kilometres caldera formed about 8000 years ago and is one of the best preserved calders in the world.

The crater foot is ideal for hiking . the summit is accessible by foot or vehicle and there is geothermal prospecting in the crater for energy.

Attractions and Activities

Crater Walk
Few places in kenya to see the southern african national flower, the protea growing wild
Bird watching

Charges: 200 for locals, 600 for foreigners

Few Reasons Why You Will Love to Stay in Colorado Springs

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Tue, 7 Apr 2015 07:30:00 -0700

Colorado Springs amazingly has several and various places which are ideal in building homes. In fact, there are places that are very cheap to stay yet will surely provide you with high levels of convenience as you live in to it. Through living in this place, you can surely be able to acquire a 'Hotels Colorado Springs' experience due to the reason that almost all accommodation in this place has the inclusion of high-end ambiance for optimal convenience. Several sources of livelihood in this place can even be found which only means of total job opportunity and at the same time acquiring a living that is full of integrity.

Posted below are some of the most amazing facts on why you will surely love to stay in this place:

As based from payscale.com, Pueblo Colorado has the cheapest living cost compared to any other major cities in the world. In fact, Pueblo, Colorado has 13% of lower living cost than other major city all over the globe while Springs, Colorado has 7% and Denver, Colorado has 5% of lower living costs.

As based from the August 2009 U.S. report right from the Bureau of Statistics, Pueblo, Colorado's unemployment rate has the rate of 8.9% which is just a fraction of springs, Colorado's unemployment rate of 8.3%. Some of the major employers of Pueblo, Colorado are like the General Motors, Exxon Mobil, and Wal-Mart.

As based from the August 17, 2009 report, the average price of housing rates in Colorado is only about $104,900.

In the 2000 census of USA, Pueblo, Colorado had a total population of 102, 121 people and have a 55% of not being influenced with Latino and or Hispanic inhabitants. Its usual temperature ranges up from 91 degrees by the month of July and 14 degrees by the month of January. This place is specifically located 103 miles away from southeast parts of Colorado.

How to Get Rid of Tree Stumps

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Tue, 7 Apr 2015 07:30:00 -0700

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Removing Tree Stumps is one of the hardest things to do whenever you cut some trees. If you leave uncut stumps then you have to expect certain types of dangerous ailments like honey fungus. This can even affect surrounding vegetation.

Posted below are some efficient tips that you can grab to successfully remove stumps:

You can contact a company that has specialization in tree surgery. As you call on to certain types of tree stump companies like the 'Tree Removal Colorado Springs' then you will be provided with professional and expert operators together with some tree stump grinders as promised from its site.

This kind of Mechanical method is very easy and quick to do. It even prevents the occurrence of peripheral ground damages as you remove some stumps.

If in any case that you cannot afford to hire professional tree stamp removers then you can just burn it. It will surely not cause you that much and can even preserve your time and effort compared to manually removing it through using certain types of plowing tools.

You can also dig the soil for about ½ inches in diameter. You should specifically do this kind of step in a diagonal way to promote easier type of plowing.

You can fill out plowed soil holes using salt peters and or some commercialized stump-killing products available over your local department stores. You also need to put hot water in the holes.

If you notice that the water already dissipates, you need to add more and more water 'till the stump killer is completely dissolved.

After doing it, you can already burn the tree stump.
This kind of step will efficiently remove stumps permanently.

California Vacations - What You Haven't Seen

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Tue, 7 Apr 2015 07:30:00 -0700

It is understandable why California attracts a lot of people. It is warm and sunny most part of the year, Los Angeles is full of movie stars, and rollerblading babes can be found all over the place in Venice Beach. Even if it is exaggerated, this part of the California mystique is real and not very hard to find.

But California has other things too, that are not scripted, sanitized, and broadcast to the mesmerized masses of the world. The glitter and glamour are only the surface of an incredibly diverse state that would be a productive and powerful nation in the event of ever getting separated from the Union. California has it all: redwood forests, an incredibly verdant Central Valley, the Sierra Nevada, deserts, a lot of well-known cities, and hundreds of miles of beautiful coastline.

Despite the crime, pollution, traffic, and earthquakes, which have made California famous as well, people here are still the golden children of the United States, America's spoiled rich kid that is either loved or loathed by everyone. (In Oregon, for example, they sell lots of license-plate rims stating "I hate California.") To be perfectly sincere, people here don't really care. Californians are aware of the fact that they live in one of the most interesting places in the world, and they're proud of their state.

Nobody can guarantee you that you'll meet Arnold Schwarzenegger or learn how to surf here, but with a little time, a little money, and an adventurous spirit, you will be guided by us and offered one of the most fulfilling vacations of your life. The four of us do nothing but travel, but we chose to live in California because this place has so much to offer.

Ideas for Great Hen Parties of Fun and Thrill

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 04:09:00 -0700

There is a tradition of celebrating a hen party for a girl prior to the day of her wedding. This is also known as a bachelorette in many countries as well. It is an event that is in honor of the bride to be and is usually organized by a best friend or a sister.

This all- women event is a surprise one that makes a farewell celebration to the maiden days of a bride. In addition, on many occasions there are weekend parties too arranged. In this way, the bride and her group of friends and sisters get to be out of town to enjoy it for the weekend.

Hen Parties

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There are several exciting and interesting games and other activities made a part of parties. These are all done to make the occasion special and very enjoyable. There is a special cuisine that is always planned for the occasion along with drinks to complement as well.

Then there are several games and events that are planned for entertainment at it as the ladies set to play and get into the mood for it. Some of these games are like Truth and Dare and handbag games among many others.

Hen Weekends

You may also at times take your event out of town. There are several destinations all over the UK and in other parts of Europe as well that can be visited. There are facilities and arrangements for fun and thrilling activities here. Destinations like London, Blackpool, Brighton, Bournemouth, Leeds, Amsterdam, Valencia, Prague, Budapest and Paris are only some of the popular names among many others.

Activities for Hen Weekends

There are several and a varied range of possibilities of gaming and leisure when you are on a weekend event and the occasion is special. Additionally all the popular destinations are extremely well facilitated with some incredible options of fun and entertainment.

There are several games and activities that you can engage in. get into a game of paintball or even a race of the quad bikes. It will be an interesting test of your driving skills. There are other games like go-karting races and even rally karts that can be tried. You can also engage in water sports if you like. There are several options from water scooting and jet skiing to even parasailing and windsurfing. There is the service of chartered boat trips with which you all can cruise along with some special arrangements onboard.

However, there are always those special attractions of shopping at your favorite destinations and spending time sightseeing around the cities and its attractions. There is another way to spending a great weekend. Take a few hours at the Spa with some of the best therapeutic massages and salon treatments. It will rejuvenate you all before the wedding celebrations commence.

For more information on hen weekends, check out the info available online; these will help you learn to find the hen parties!

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The Best Hen Party Locations

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 04:04:00 -0700

Hen parties are very popular, especially in Europe. Women who are getting married usually plan these events to celebrate the transition from singlehood to married life. A Bride-to-be usually leaves the planning of her hen party up to the maid-of-honor. However, the maid-of-honor may delegate responsibilities out to the rest of the wedding party, or she may even hire a service to help plan the perfect pre-wedding celebration. Often a hen party will include traditionally feminine activities such as a pajama party, or playing get-to-know-you games. Other traditionally feminine activities may include planning a visit to a health and beauty spa for a makeover or other beauty treatment, or a massage.

Not all hen parties are typical feminine parties though. In fact, many hen parties include the same activities that a stag party (bachelor party) would consist of. Hen parties take place in quite a few European cities, and some of those cities include the following:

London: At this location, hen party groups can enjoy a friendly competitive game of paintball, or they can participate in a fast go karting race. This may be a perfect place for a hen party, especially if there are single invitees looking to meet some sexy guys. Other hen (or stag) party activities that take place in London include clay pigeon shooting and hovercraft racing.

Bournemouth: Yacht rides are available here along with some of the highest quality hotel accommodations. There are also inexpensive rooms available in this city at various hostels, and there are quaint guest houses for rent as well. Hen party guests and guests-of-honor (including the soon-to-be bride) can enjoy the perks of the affluent on the day (or more than one day) of this special pre-wedding celebration.

Budapest: For a memorable experience some hen party groups would prefer a Hungarian weekend party. After a few days of mildly excessive partying Hungarian style, the bride can meet her groom by the Danube River to celebrate the beginning of their lives together. There are hen weekend packages already designed for both the bride-to-be and the rest of the wedding party and other stag party attendees. Party packages can be made tailored to the needs and desires of an individual group.

Newcastle: A group of activities that bachelorettes can participate in is casino night. They can also take a "booze cruise" or they can visit some of the finest night clubs features lap dancing ladies. Hen weekend packages in Newcastle are usually designed to include accommodations and certain

admission fees, and in some cases the cost of a party package includes items such as drinks.

Prague: A Hen party group can take part in fine dining and socialize in some of the most upscale clubs located within Prague. Additionally, grooms-to-be along with the rest of the wedding party and group of single women can flirt with sexy male models who have worked hard to be able to show of their best features.

Bristol: Both locals and visitors can enjoy celebrating the end of singlehood in the city of Bristol. There are budget party packages as well as packages designed for those of which money is no object.

Dublin: Engaged women and their wedding parties are more than likely not to be bored while participating in a hen celebration in this city. In fact, entire weekend trips are often planned for what could be called one of the most important celebrations of the pre-bride's lifetime. One very popular activity that takes place in Dublin is that of deep sea fishing.

Newquay: There are Newquay packages that are designed for any budget. One of the most exhilarating activities that stage weekend attendees could involve themselves in is waveskiing (waterskiing), or just simply lying on the beach. All attendees of will be likely to find this event to be an exhilarating hen weekend adventure.

Riga: Riga is the Capital City of Latvia. This is considered one of the most popular travel destinations in Europe. Riga is rich with historical sites of pre-WWII times. Hen party groups can also frequent the many clubs located in this city, and they may wish to participate in activities that are thought of to be a "man's" sport, such as 4x4 racing. (Don't quote the writer on this, however. It depends on what the male and female customs are in this city.)

Leeds: This is the third largest city in the UK. Horse racing takes place in this city, as well as football matches. Rugby and cricket are also very popular here. When it gets to be nighttime many people like to go dancing in the city of Leeds, as well as enjoy local cuisine. Some of these are traditionally feminine activities and some of these are activities that both men and women can participate in.
An entire hen party can be planned online. Additionally, there are also similarly structured parties that are tailored to bachelor males/grooms-to be. These are called stag parties, and you can find articles describing all kinds of stag parties.

Alex works for Hen Party organisers, Hen Party, who are european hen party specialists, who arrange tailored stag and hen party events around the UK and Europe.

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Hen Activities in London

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Mon, 30 Mar 2015 04:04:00 -0700

If you are planning to have a hen party and are curious to find out about the makings of a memorable hen party, you have come to the right place. Here you can find out what are the best ways to make your hen party as memorable as possible.

Hen Party Destinations

There is no doubt that London is one of the best destinations for a hen party. Most of the Hen nights London and hen weekends London are renowned across the country as some of the most fabulous and fantastic celebrations. If you plan a hen weekend in London, there is no dearth of daytime activities that you can indulge in. There is so much to do and enjoy in London that it is highly likely that you will find the weekend a very short time to indulge in all the activities you would have liked to.

Hen Nights

There is no doubt that the highlight of a hen celebration is the hen party. What makes hen nights London extraordinarily special is that you can get more than just one dimensional entertainment. Comedy clubs in London offer shows that offer all round entertainment specifically designed for hen night celebrations.

Comedy Clubs

Comedy clubs in London integrate all the elements that make hen nights London and hen weekends London truly special and memorable. These elements include some of the best male strippers in business that will get the heat soaring, funny drag queen hostesses that keep the show together, unusual comedy routines that will have you in splits, a variety of games and gaffs that you are sure to enjoy, numerous gifts and giveaways that you will love to take back with you, top DJs that will make you dance till the wee hours of the morning as well as drinks and dinner.

What to consider when Hiring a Minibus

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Sat, 28 Mar 2015 02:46:00 -0700

Whenever you are looking for minibus hire you will probably be looking for comfortable, enjoyable and cost effective ways to travel from A to B and in a way you can travel comfortably. Coach Hire is probably one of the most cost effective ways for travel if you are travelling especially if you are doing so as a group, since airport taxes and railway might e a bit costly. This is normally the reason why many travelers pick minibus hire as a means to travelling. Good companies will also be able to offer apart from just the minibus, information inform of advice, tips security throughout your minibus travel booking so you fully end up with the perfect level of service.

Good minibus hire services are designed to suit both leisure and business customers and are among the most cost effective ways to have a great time during your travel. They are also services which can allow you to travel in an added sense of style to where you need to get to. Ask the service provider all the questions about their services as you can in order to learn more and get expert advice about hiring a minibus so you can have a service which meets your requirements on all levels. This is the reason this type of transport and travel is so much of an effective and relaxing way of getting to your destination.

Wanting tips on how to offer effective support devoid of compromising on top quality is something that we all want if we are going to have a chance of having a great overall travel experience. The best companies will have information everything when it comes to providing cost effective solutions that ensure a fantastic experience for all can be given and granted. One of the effective ways to decrease the expenditure is to go for minibus hire with the end cost split between multiple people. This can offer great value for your money and also a comfy way from which to travel in large groups to where you need to get to.

Make sure in any case you stop at nothing and ask as many questions as possible when you choose a minibus for hiring out. Make sure you get your enquiry replied by email so you 100% know the booking is yours and you can look forward to your excursion in a relaxing manner.

Time Square New York

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Thu, 22 May 2014 07:46:00 -0700

You will never find a better place than the Times Square, to experience the excitement and thrill of the New York City. It is surrounded by neon lamps, large billboards, Broadway theaters, excellent electronic ticker tapes and television studios and all this is what makes it the heart of midtown.

You can drive down to the recently opened TKTS Discount Booth, which is topped with a large red staircase. Climb up to the top and get a well-rewarded sweeping view of the area, which includes the annual New Year's Eve Ball Drop.

The Times Square is indeed one of the major commercial intersections in Manhattan, New York City. Being a very busy place, it is always advisable that you get hold of good rental cars in New York for your commutation purposes. The brightly illuminated hub of Broadway theater district is easily considered one of the busiest pedestrian intersections in the world. It is also a major center that depicts the world entertainment industry.

The Time Square is unarguably among the world's most visited tourist destinations. The northern triangle of Times Square is called the Duffy Square and it a war memorial that is very closely related to the history of the city. Alongside they also have the statue of George M. Cohan and the TKTS discount theatre tickets booth here.

The annual New Year's Eve ball drop of New York City Times Square is the site of a grand event that happens every year. Hundreds of thousands of people assemble here to witness the Waterford Crystal ball being lowered on a pole atop the building. This marks the beginning of the New Year and you get to see fulsome firework displays. Countdown Entertainment and One Times Square today handle the New Year's Eve event together with the Times Square Alliance.

Many redemption proposals were accepted and implemented in the recent years to improve tourism aspects in the areas around Times Square. Intense "Disneyfication" occurred recently when Walt Disney Company opened a Disney store here. Just this single move has started attracting several family friendly businesses into the area. Families can now visit the various Disney stores and other family friendly stores to buy whatever they want to. This is a very safe place in NYC and a sure magnet for tourists all through the year.

One of the best things about this site is that there are so many car rental deals available for the tourists to choose from. With so many places to go around, it is best to depend on these deals to hire a car

Another huge advantage of this place is that there are so many great hotels in the area. You can book your accommodation well in advance, if you have already planned your visit to Time Square. Also, make sure that you hire a rental car, before you arrive, so that your travel needs in Time Square and around the city can be met easily.

New York is a large city and using public transportation won't be a feasible commutation option for you. However, car rentals in New York is a fantastic option for you. Depending on your travel requirements and crew size, you can choose the best rental car deals [http://www.car-rentals-newyork.com/] in New York.

Las Vegas Hotels for Senior Citizens

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Wed, 21 May 2014 23:21:00 -0700

The casinos that populate Las Vegas continue to rise in popularity year after year. With all the gaming tables, slot machines and other exciting attractions, Las Vegas offers its visitors everything that they ever want in the city. With all the breathtaking and dazzling spot that this city has to offer, you should also consider what the hotels have to offer their visitors. Most hotels offer special packages for families as well as very special packages for senior citizen visitors.

The city offers tours that will take senior citizen visitors into attractions throughout the city as well as taking them from casino to casino when they wish to gamble. The motor coaches will also take them out to dinner if they choose not to dine in the hotel restaurant or to a show that they had planned to see. The motor coaches the Las Vegas Hotels use will transport seniors from place to place and offer them plenty of comfort and freedom while being transported to different destinations. Some of the more notable destinations that seniors are taken to on motor coach tours are national landmarks such as Grand Canyon National Park.

Now, when you think of Las Vegas, you mostly think of the city that caters to the young and vibrant. While this is absolutely true, there are many great facilities that seniors will enjoy visiting during their vacation. Las Vegas tour companies have specifically designed tours that cater to senior visitors. Several of the great natural wonders of the world are located near Las Vegas as well as several of the civil engineering wonders of America are available for tours here. There also a great number of historic hotels as well as museums and other famous tourist attractions that the older generation will be thrilled to be able to view.

The hotels that offer special senior citizen packages additionally offer special golf packages for senior citizens who enjoyed golfing. The discount golf packages that are offered to senior citizens staying at the hotel will include everything for a great day of golfing, including practice amenities and complementary usage of golf carts. The discount golf vacation packages that Las Vegas Hotels offer are specifically for senior vacationers. The best thing is budget considerations that they're looking for to have a great vacation.

During the holidays, you will also find that there are special packages and advantages to being a senior traveler that is headed to Las Vegas. Senior citizens will not have to worry about all the small little particulars such as taxes as most vacation packages for seniors going to Las Vegas are all-inclusive. The price that the senior citizen would pay for their vacation package would all depend on how many days vacation is going to be and will budget that they have to spend.

Now, while the city has a huge number of visitors each and every year and offers an endless supply of amazing attractions that appear to be aimed to the younger crowd, there are in fact a great many places that senior citizens would enjoy visiting. There are amusements and theme parks as well as resorts that cater to people of all ages. The elderly will also find that there are special senior tours that travel companies will arrange so older people can have just as an incredible experience visiting Las Vegas as the young people like to flock to the city.

So again, when you are thinking of Las Vegas is a vacation destination, you must remember that while most people think of it as a destination for the young, there are plenty of great attractions and accommodations that make it all wonderful spot for seniors to vacation as well.

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Las Vegas Strip Hotels

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Wed, 21 May 2014 21:08:00 -0700

Las Vegas strip hotels are the most sought after accommodations when people are planning their trip to Sin City. There are many great places to choose from that may enhance your Vegas trip experience.

The Las Vegas strip makes up about 4.2 miles that stretches along South Boulevard in Clark County, Nevada. The majority of the strip is designated as an All American Road, which is considered a scenic route at night. Many of the largest hotel, casino, and resorts in the world are located along the Vegas strip. It has the 15 largest hotels by room count in the world. The modernization of the hotels, casinos, and restaurants has helped Las Vegas to become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

The fifteen largest Las Vegas hotels on the strip are in the following order according to room count.

MGM Grand which has 6,852 room/suites.
Wynn which has 4,734.
Luxor Hotel which has 4,408.
Mandalay Bay which has 4,332.
The Venetian which has 4,049.
Excalibur Hotel and Casino which has 4,008.
Aria Resort and Casino which has 4,004.
Bellagio which has 3,950.
Circus Circus which has 3,774.
Flamingo which has 3,565.
Caesars Palace which has 3,340.
The Palazzo which has 3,068.
The Mirage which has 3,044.
Monte Carlo Resort and Casino which has 3,002.
Cosmopolitan which has 2,995.

This is a large amount of rooms to provide for guest that are visiting the Vegas strip. It is important to find great deals on these hotels while you are planning your vacation. I provided the average starting price for these hotels to give an idea of what you will be spending to book a room at one of these hotels.

MGM Grand - The average starting price to stay at this hotel is from 54 dollars per night.
Wynn Las Vegas - 114 dollars per night.
Luxor Hotel - 37 dollars.
Mandalay Bay - 62 dollars.
The Venetian - 127 dollars.
Excalibur Hotel and Casino - 29 dollars.
Aria Resort and Casino - 90 dollars.
Bellagio - 144 dollars.
Circus Circus - 20 dollars.
Flamingo - 25 dollars.
Caesars Palace - 79 dollars.
The Palazzo - 127 dollars.
The Mirage - 61 dollars.
Monte Carlo Resort and Casino - 44 dollars.
Cosmopolitan - 114 dollars.

I have provided you with the pricing of hotel in the Las Vegas strip to give you an idea of the price you would be paying per night giving you a chance to narrow your choices down according to your budget. I hope you find the right hotel that will help to enhance your Vegas vacation experience.

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Survival Tips for First Time Las Vegas Visitors

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Wed, 21 May 2014 21:08:00 -0700

Having some tips from a Las Vegas veteran can be super helpful when planning your first trip to the city that never sleeps. There are items you should not leave home without when traveling to Vegas, there are bits of free entertainment to enjoy during your stay, and where you stay can make or break your trip. When it comes to a Las Vegas vacation a little bit of preparation goes a LONG way.

Here are 5 great Vegas veteran tips to help save you money, time, and frustration.

Vegas Veteran Tip #1: Time your booking right!

It is important to remember that airlines often offer better deals to travelers who book 14-21 days in advance.

Look for small airlines that you may not use for other domestic travel but may offer great rates to Las Vegas.

Did you know Tuesday evenings are the BEST time to book flights? An insider tip states that airlines tend to release and match all new specials by Tuesday making it the best day to book airfare.

Vegas has an off season! I know, you are shocked I was as well. From Thanksgiving through the Christmas holiday is considered the off-season in Vegas and many shows go dark during days they would normally be up and running. If you travel during this time be diligent about ensuring you can do what you want during your visit. This is a GREAT time to enjoy Las Vegas with a few less visitors and with cooler temperatures for those that prefer a less crowded atmosphere.

Vegas Veteran Tip #2: Pack your best Nike's, running shoes are a must when taking on the Vegas strip!

Take it from me, cabs in Vegas can be very expensive if you rely on them for transportation (plus you miss a big part of the sights on the strip). You will be doing a lot of walking even if it is just the interior parts of the hotel/casinos. Having some shoes that fit well and cushion your feet will go a LONG way during your stay in Las Vegas.

If you get to Las Vegas and you have forgotten your favorite running shoes, there is a Ross on the strip, which provides a cheap alternative to the Prada store.

Vegas Veteran Tip #3: For your first trip, keep it on the strip!

There is going to be so much for you to take in during your first trip to Las Vegas and the majority of those sights are going to be located on the strip. The Bellagio fountains, The Mirage volcano, The Treasure Island Sirens Show, Caesars Palace's moving statues and those are just a few of the free sights on the strip. I think you get the point. This isn't to say that there are not FABULOUS off strip hotel and casino's because there are (one of my favorite hotels is off strip) but your first trip will have you investigating every corner of the strip, making an on strip hotel convenien.

Vegas Veteran Tip #4: Leave your diet at home and bring your appetite.

Food is as much a part of the scene in Las Vegas as gambling, show girls, and complimentary drinks. There are places I consider food theme parks, Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville & Toby Keith's I Love This Bar. There is an entertaining atmosphere, souvenirs, delicious drinks and oodles of food! This isn't even considering the buffets or the five star hotel venues. You won't regret enjoying the food that Las Vegas has to offer.

Vegas Veteran Tip #5: There are ways to save money even in Las Vegas.

Technology is your friend when visiting Vegas! From text specials that send discounts to your phone, phone apps that give you discounts when you are in town and Groupon, you can save a TON of money.

Start looking at Groupon specials before your travel, if you are looking at airfare its time to check Groupon Las Vegas. There are frequent deals on buffets, food, and even entertainment packages in Las Vegas.

Other places to look for discounts are complimentary coupons at check-in at your hotel, casino loyalty programs, and discounts that are given out on the casino floor and in other Vegas locations.

With these tips you should be able to get a jump start on a memorable Las Vegas vacation.

There are items you should not leave home without when traveling to Vegas, there are bits of free entertainment to enjoy during your stay, and where you stay can make or break your trip. When it comes to a Las Vegas vacation a little bit of preparation goes a LONG way.

Tours of Niagara Falls

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Wed, 21 May 2014 05:46:00 -0700

When you visit the Niagara Falls area, there are two things that you will not lack - water and tours. Niagara Falls is indeed a popular tourist area, but this is a place that anybody who appreciates beauty and the wonder of nature must visit, more than once in most cases.

While tours in other popular vacation destinations are not always worth the time, the tours in the Niagara Peninsula - on both the American and Canadian sides - really are worth the time associated with them. It is through these tours that you will get as close as possible to the Falls, and also get a true sense of just how special the Falls are in terms of what time and nature can do.

The Maid of the Mist Boat tours are an absolute must - this is the oldest attraction in Niagara Falls, and will take you as close to the American Falls as possible.

You must follow up the Maid of the Mist with Journey Behind the Falls. Here, you will also get very close to the falls. In fact, you will get so close that special rain gear and footwear will be handed out before you are taken on the tour so that you don't get 'quite so wet' on deck.

While the Maid of the Mist Tour is fascinating and fun, if you want thrills, follow it up with Niagara's Fury, where you can experience the creation of Niagara Falls first hand in 4-D!

Visit the Niagara Falls State Park, and take the Trolley. This tour will stop at the most scenic places along the way, and a great deal of information is given about various spots, and the entire area in general.

Interesting Niagara Falls Information

If you are planning a trip to Niagara Falls, here are some facts that may interest you a great deal. These facts may also interest you even if you aren't planning a visit to Niagara Falls, and may entice you to visit just in order to see this natural wonder in person!

• The water that gives us these gorgeous waterfalls comes from the Great Lakes, which supplies 18% of the world's freshwater supply - enough water to cover the entire continent of North America with more than three feet of water. Water flows from rivers and streams into the Great Lakes.

• From the Great Lakes, the water flows to Lake Superior, over the Falls, and then through the Niagara River to Lake Ontario, to the St. Lawrence River, and then on into the Atlantic Ocean.

• While water flows downhill out to sea and the basin of the Great Lakes slopes downward from west to east, the Niagara River flows north.

• Over 6 million cubic feet of water pours over the Falls each minute during the daytime. It is less at night, as this is when the water is diverted for the preservation of the falls.

• The lower Niagara River is only about 36 miles long, and runs between Lake Erie and Lake Ontario. The change in altitude between the two rivers is 326 feet, with more than half of that altitude change occurring at Niagara Falls. The upper portion of the Niagara River runs for 22 miles, from Lake Erie to the Cascade Rapids. The Niagara Gorge runs for 7 miles downstream, and ends at the Escarpment at Queenston.

• The Horseshoe Falls is 170 feet, and the water falls into the Maid of the Mist Pool. The deepest part of the Niagara River below is also 170 feet. The American Falls height varies at different points, ranging from 70 to 110 feet.

• Niagara Falls does not hold the record for the highest water falls. There are approximately 500 other waterfalls that are higher. The highest is Angel Falls in Venezuela, at 3212 feet. Even so, it seems that no other falls can stake claim to having a higher amount of water volume than the falls at Niagara Falls, with more than 6 million cubic feet per minute.

• Niagara Falls has moved itself about 7 miles in the last 12,000 years through the process of natural erosion.

• Niagara Falls is a legacy given to us from the last ice age, and is believed to be about 18,000 years old.

• The water in the Niagara River has a green color. This color comes from the 60 tons of natural minerals that are dumped over the falls each minute.

• Niagara Falls serves as more than just a beautiful legacy from the ice age, it also provides drinking water, fishing, recreation, industrial water, and hydro power to more than a million people in the United States and Canada.

• Each night, after 10pm, water is diverted from Niagara Falls, with a series of diversion tunnels operated by both the United States and Canada. This has been the case since 1910. The amount of water varies, but the 1950 Niagara Treaty requires that 100,000 cubic feet per second runs over the falls during the daylight hours. It also requires that the amount of water may not be less than 50,000 cubic feet per second at other times.

• If the water was not diverted, the water would rise approximately five meters, and the natural erosion would occur at a much faster rate. It is estimated that at the current rate of erosion, the falls will be a raging river in about 50,000 years, as opposed to a series of water falls.

Visit Niagara Falls on an East Coast Tour by private plane. Experience the natural wonder of the Falls and get under the wonder with a splendid variety of tours available at your fingertips. When there, you may opt to not take individual tours and instead sightsee at your leisure.

Top 5 Reasons to Choose Niagara Falls For Your Next Vacation

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Wed, 21 May 2014 05:46:00 -0700

Are you on the fence about where to go on your next family vacation? Well here are some great reasons why Niagara Falls may be a great place to visit now!

Why Niagara Falls

Although known as the "Honeymoon Capital" Niagara Falls has slowly been shaking that distinction for the last decade now and is growing to become more family oriented as well as being geared toward both the sophisticated and adventure seeking traveler. Don't get me wrong, this city is still a romantic place to visit and is still a very popular Honeymoon destination, it's just that the majority of people choosing Niagara for a vacation are beginning to look at it as a place to take the whole family. Below I have listed my top reasons why I think this city is a Must See for anyone or any family looking for a place to travel.

Top Five Reasons to Visit Niagara Falls

1. The Natural Beauty:

Visitors to the area are treated to almost every kind of landscape they can imagine. From the hilly cliffs of the Escarpment to the grassy flat farmland, to the shores of two Great lakes and to the deep Niagara Gorge cut out by the Falls themselves anyone living here can tell you that you that if you want a change in scenery just go for a walk and you'll get it.

2. Great Attractions:

Along With the unique landscape that makes up the Niagara Falls area, visitors and locals alike are treated to some of the best attractions found anywhere, and some are even one of a kind! In fact there are so many attractions here that even the hardest to please will have a good time. If you want to get a real feel for the Falls themselves, some of the attractions I would suggest you take in would include a ride on the world famous Maid of the Mist to get you right next to the Falls, a flight on Niagara Helicopters to view the area from way up high, a ride on Whirlpool Jet boats will get you nice and soaked in the river and maybe even a Journey Behind The Falls to really get the feeling of how powerful they really are. There are dozens more of fun attractions to experience in the area so trying to narrow them all down here would be impossible so you will just have to come here to see them all.

3. Built for Tourism

Ever since the Falls were first inhabited by the pioneers founding both Canada and the United States people have always known that this place would be a popular destination for traveling to and witnessing the great power of the water going over the crest. It is for that reason that the City of Niagara Falls Canada has always focused a lot of its attention on creating the perfect vacation experience. From keeping the parks well maintained to building new and exciting attractions the city has always kept a focus on making the visitor feel like home.

4. Great for Kids

Although many still have the Honeymoon Capital in mind when they think of Niagara Falls, the City is actually a great place to bring the kids. Children of all ages will be able to bring back fond memories of there trip to the Falls as they can ride on the Maid of the Mist, play in the many video arcades and bowling alleys, try their hand and mini putt golf and even experience one of the 3 water parks within the city's limits. Of course with some of these activities like the water parks and Maid of the Mist, children will have to be accompanied by and adult.

5. Wineries and Casinos

OK I know, this ones just for the adults in the room, but if you're looking for a place to unwind, Niagara Falls has a lot to offer. Niagara Wine Country is world famous for its Ice Wine and has festivals several times a year. Plan your trip for the right time and you could spend a week experiencing all the various wineries and restaurants included in the events. Two Casinos with 24 hour gaming, lots of shopping, eating and spa service, a person could really enjoy themselves there.

There's More

There's always more to do in the Falls. A great night life, world class restaurants, golfing, antiquing, and so on and so on. You get my point. So if your still looking for that great next trip, think Niagara Falls, you'll love it!

As a life long resident of the Niagara Region, Tim Nagy uses his extensive knowledge of the area when writing on related topics such as Niagara tourism, sight seeing, accommodations, attractions and anything else to do with this popular travel destination. Tim is a writer and partner contributor to Everything Niagara Falls http://www.everything-niagara-falls.com, a site dedicated to providing free information on all there is to do and see in Niagara Falls.

Haunted Niagara Falls Accommodations

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Wed, 21 May 2014 05:46:00 -0700

There are truly many exciting things to see and do in Niagara Falls. Beyond the Niagara Falls themselves, there are several other aspects to Niagara that attract millions each year. There's obviously the charm of old Niagara on the Lake, the calmness of the vineyards, the exciting family attractions, and the high end shows and accommodations. But several also choose to explore this region for its paranormal and ghostly encounters many have come to experience. With Niagara having the fierce war of 1812, battle grounds, and old heritage buildings are still haunted to this day with spirits from beyond the grave.

Now while many people would generally shy away from these kinds of Niagara Falls accommodations, there are those who would be even willing to pay premium prices to stay in these frightful rooms. The thrill of experiencing something that is beyond life is an intriguing sensation for some, and would make their adventure to Niagara Falls one that they would definitely never forget. Now, having said that, generally speaking guests don't tend to encounter anything, however just the stories and folklore alone are enough to set your senses on hyper drive.

In Thorold Ontario, approximately 10 minute drive west of Niagara Falls is the old Keefer Mansion. This building was created in 1886, and was built on the same land as the American Hospital through the war of 1812. After being used as a home for the brilliant Engineer Keefer family, it was used as a mental hospital, a bar, apartments, and Maplehurst Retirement Home. Now it has been completely remodelled to house one of Niagara's most tasteful restaurants and Bed & Breakfast. However, the spirits still seem responsible for footsteps heard inside an upstairs room, and banging on the stairwell. Squeaky sounds of opening gates, lingering pipe smoke in the basement where figures have been sighted, and faucets turning themselves on and then off are a few of the strange incidents that have occurred here.

After the war of 1812, the city of Niagara on the Lake was burnt to the ground as the Americans retreated from the city. A British officer by the name of "Captain Swayze" was reportedly murdered by 2 American soldiers in the basement of what is now known as the "Angel Inn". Guests say that there is a 'cold spot' upon entering the bathrooms, which is commonly known as paranormal activity. They indicate to this day that the British officer seems to have distaste for Americans to the point where he's known to disrupt the kegs of the "Ameribeer" when the innkeepers attempt to serve it.

There are several other areas known for their ghostly encounters and many even offer seasonal haunted tours for guests to experience. Fort George in Niagara on the Lake, and Fort Niagara across the river in the US are both known for their spooky encounters from the many soldiers who died during 1812. In Niagara Falls you will also find the well known Drummond Hill Cemetery where dying soldiers have been seen roaming the fields. A stay at the Econo-Lodge (west of the falls) will leave you with a short walking distance to the cemetery to experience after the sun goes down.

Brad Hoffman is the owner of the Niagara Falls Source, and thrives on teaching others how to experience the high life of Niagara Falls without breaking the bank! For more information on alternate Niagara Falls accommodations [http://www.niagarafallssource.com/niagara-falls-accommodations] visit our site which contains valuable information on how find the hot spots and hidden gems most tourists wouldn't even know exist!

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Travel to San Antonio This Weekend! We'll Tell You Why and How

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Wed, 21 May 2014 05:46:00 -0700

Riverwalk

At the heart of the city lies the Riverwalk district. Take the stairs from the street level down to the Riverwalk, where a lush, shady refuge awaits. There the San Antonio River is lined on both sides with pedestrian walkways that are closed to bicycles and motor vehicles. Hotels and shops line the Riverwalk and delicious scents emanating from restaurants beckon to passersby. Many of the buildings have entrances on both the street level and the Riverwalk level. Visitors can take relaxing river cruises and some restaurants offer lunch and dinner cruises.

Alamo

A short walk from the Riverwalk is the famed Alamo, 300 Alamo Plaza, which stands as a testament to American courage. On March 6, 1836 the 189 men defending the Alamo fell to the Mexican troops of General Santa Ana after a 13 day siege. Today the only two buildings left standing of the original fort are the chapel and the long barracks. Take a free guided tour of the grounds, then visit the Long Barracks Museum and Library to learn more about the fort from the displays there.

La Villita

Adjacent to the Riverwalk is La Villita, a collection of restaurants, arts and crafts stores and other shops. Wander among the shops featuring a variety of works such as glass figurines, original paintings and pottery.

Shop at Market Square

Another popular shopping district is the Market Square, 514 W. Commerce, designed to look like an authentic market in Mexico. Here you'll find pewter and enamel bracelets, bright porcelain wall crosses, clothing and more. There are additional shops located across the road at Farmers Market Square.

Churches?

San Antonio is famous for its beautiful mission churches along the San Antonio River. In the 18th century Spain built the missions as part of its effort to convert the area's Native Americans to Catholicism. In addition to the Mission San Antonio de Valero at the Alamo, visitors can tour Mission Concepción, Mission San Francisco de la Espada, Mission San José and Mission San Juan Capistrano.

Culture

If you're itching for a dose of culture, the San Antonio Museum of Art, 200 W Jones, is the place to go. The museum houses a fine collection of European, Asian, Latin American and ancient art.

And the Zoo!

Finally, on a pleasant day you can visit the San Antonio Zoo, 3903 N. St. Mary's St., which includes the usual mix of monkeys and zebras as well as a butterfly garden, an area for the preschool crowd and a wonderful collection of unique birds.

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3 Fun Things to Do in San Antonio on a Saturday Night

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Tue, 20 May 2014 21:48:00 -0700

Looking for a new way to spend your Saturday nights? If you are already getting tired or eating and going to bars, why not try new things to do with your friends. Try to schedule memorable activities so that you get to spend quality time with them. Here are 3 fun things to do in San Antonio on a Saturday night.

The River Walk

With a wide stretch of shops, restaurants, sight and sound, taking a walk along this area during the night time will make any night magical. Try to ride the water taxis and even get a narrated tour. Learn all the information that you can get when riding across. The Fiesta de las Luminarias is one night that you can go to. See candles light the river path during the night time.

Six Flags Fiesta Texas

An extraordinary way to spend a Saturday night with your friends, get to reminisce your childhood and remember the rides you once enjoyed. During the night time, the light would light this place up and make you enjoy it. When you want to have the best and the most exciting night of our life, this is where you should go on a Saturday night.

Hemisfair Park

This place is truly amazing! With the Tower of the Americas rising 750 feet above the ground, you will definitely wonder what it is like to stay up there. Dine with your friends in the Tower Restaurant where you will be able to see the view of the city through a glass wall elevator.

These ideas are just a sample of what you can do when you cannot think of something to do. Whether you are new in town or have been here for years, you can find something fun to enjoy for the whole family.

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Five of the Best Restaurants in San Antonio

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Tue, 20 May 2014 21:48:00 -0700

San Antonio is one of the oldest cities in the country. Colonized in the early 1700′s, this beautiful city has preserved many of its historic structures. Check out the King William Historic District for a taste of history and some great food.

After touring the old homes in this historic area, be sure to work up a good appetite and stop by one of the best restaurants in San Antonio: The Guenther House. This restaurant is in an elegant home built in the 1800's and is well known to locals and a few tourists for its delicious food.

Boudro's, a Texas bistro on the River Walk, is one of the best restaurants in San Antonio. With a unique menu featuring a variety of southwestern specialties. You can sit outside and enjoy a fabulous view of the river winding through San Antonio, complete with the tourist boats that meander through the winding waters, and happy tourists waiving at dining patrons. Get ready to eat the best blackened prime rib or smoked shrimp enchiladas you've ever had.

If you're in the mood for Italian, you simply must try the Il Sogno Osteria. The food is made from scratch - no frozen foods here. The service is impeccable and the food is divine. The server starts you off with ice water with your choice of cucumber, grapefruit or oranges (or other fruit that is in season). Next, you will be treated to foccacia bread with a white bean spread prepared with red pepper flakes, adding a nice kick. Try the cod with tomatoes, olives and cippolini onions. It's a dish you'll dream about. End the night with the famous Nutella tart dessert or melt-in-your-mouth cannolis covered in chocolate and filled with wonderful fresh ricotta.

Another one of the best restaurants in San Antonio is Restaurant Gwendolyn. The produce is grown locally and prepared by hand - no food processors or other electronic devices. You have a choice of a three or five course meal. Starting off with homemade bread and butter sets the mood for what you can expect: great food. The amuse bouche is prepared with homemade ricotta, fried, and topped with lavender and honey. The salads are delicious and the homemade dressing is so good you'll want to take it home. The staff pays attention to detail and you'll feel like you're the only one in the restaurant.

Biga On the Banks is another one of San Antonio's finest. Try the apple smoked salmon or ahi tuna nachos for starters. They're unforgettable. The decor is exceptional with tables strategically placed to take advantage of gorgeous river views. The menu changes often as the items are planned according to fresh ingredients. The Foie Gras served on banana bread is out of this world. As one of the best restaurants in San Antonio, dress appropriately and reservations are suggested.

There are many fine dining establishments in San Antonio. You can't go wrong with one these best restaurants in San Antonio.

San Antonio Attractions

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Tue, 20 May 2014 21:38:00 -0700

The River Walk is the most popular of all the San Antonio attractions and was conceived in 1929 by Robert Hugman as a solution to the flooding problems faced by the city. Since this area is picturesquely dotted with innumerable restaurants, shops and nightclubs amidst fountains and Cypress trees, it is the favorite destination of the people and is particularly crowded during the time of the festivals.

The Alamo is the most important historic site in the list of San Antonio attractions because it played an instrumental role in Texas's fight for freedom from Mexico. Although the fort was originally established as the Mission San Antonio del Valero, it acted as a vantage point for the Texan army during the War of Independence due to which it is still deeply revered by the forthcoming generations.

The Tower of the Americas stands at a height of 750 feet and was built in 1968 as a part of the World Fair's preparation. This tower is one of the most popular San Antonio attractions due to its glass walled elevators and an observation deck and is symbolic of the progress made by mankind ever since the inception of civilization.

The Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Museum also serves as the Plaza Theatre of Wax among the San Antonio attractions because it houses wax mannequins of heroes, celebrities and fictional characters which resemble the originals so closely that they can scare anyone from any age group. Apart from wax representations of Jim Carrey, Dracula and Frankenstein this museum also has an underground cellar which features some of the weirdest items in this world.

The Steves Homestead is the former residence of an eminent citizen of the city named Edward Steve and is a historical masterpiece which must be included in the list of San Antonio attractions. This Victorian mansion was built in 1876 and apart from the antiques and the historical architecture it features the first indoor swimming pool of the city located behind the house within a building.

The Spanish Governor's Palace is considered to be the most beautiful building among all the San Antonio attractions which served as the residence of the Governor in the late eighteenth century when Texas was a province of Spain. The building is a historical landmark and attempts to showcase the architectural style prevalent in those days characterized by small rooms, low ceilings and thick stucco walls. In addition, there is a cobblestone patio, a fountain as well as the original keystone which graces the entrance of the building.

The San Antonio Botanical Garden is spread over 33 acres of land and is considered to be the most exquisite of the San Antonio attractions because it is home to a conservatory, formal gardens, old fashioned gardens and native plants all of which are a delight to botany experts as well as gardening enthusiasts.

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower is one of the San Antonio attractions which are well known for their architectural beauty and also as venues for hosting colorful events pertaining to the Christian community in the city. This church also holds the distinction of being declared as a minor basilica, an honor which is granted to very few churches in America.

The Freeman Coliseum is an American version of a coliseum which features in the list of San Antonio attractions because it hosts sporting events like wrestling matches and hockey, musical concerts, car shows, religious ceremonies as well as hunting and fishing expeditions.

The Charline McCombs Empire Theatre was the largest theatre in the city when it was inaugurated in 1913 and is a must among the San Antonio attractions because it is a well known venue for holding seminars, conferences, Broadway Shows and performing arts within an exquisitely designed building.

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Yosemite Campgrounds

noreply@blogger.com (mashalive) — Tue, 20 May 2014 05:51:00 -0700

There are a number of Yosemite Campgrounds available, in and around the park. The National Forest Service offers over a dozen campgrounds near the park, in the Stanislaus, Sierra, and Inyo National forest. In addition, Yosemite offers a number of different campgrounds in the park, and there are many more privately owned campgrounds and RV parks close by.

Inside the park, there are thirteen different Yosemite Campgrounds. Some of these are open year round, others are seasonal. Seven can be reserved, others are available on a first come first serve basis. One of these that is open year round is the Upper Pines Campground, located in the Yosemite Valley. This is at 4,000 feet, with 238 different RV and camping site available. From March through November reservations are a must, during the off season they are available on a first come basis. This campground can accommodate RV's up to 35' and trailers up to 24.' There are no hook ups, but there is a dump station, as well as clean bathrooms near each of the campsites. Each site contains picnic tables, fire rings, and even a food locker. These lockers are designed to keep out the bears, and should always be used to store you related items. There is potable water available, as well as flush toilets. While there are no showers on the grounds, but groceries, showers and even a laundry mat is in the nearby Park Villages.

One of the privately owned Yosemite Campgrounds is the High Sierra RV, Mobile Park and Campground. This is a full service campground, and unlike those inside the park, has full hook ups available for RV's. This park sits right on the banks of the Fresno River, a seasonal river. It has a number of wonderful amenities, clean showers and bathrooms, WiFi, a laundry, gift and snack shop, and this park is completely pet friendly. They even offer a swimming hole and two waterfalls! In addition to close access to Yosemite National Park the Madera Wine Trail, Bass Lake, and many skiing opportunities are nearby.

Another one of the many Yosemite Campgrounds is the Summerdale Campground, in Sierra National Forest, just one and a half miles South of the Park's main entrance. This facility is offered by the Bureau of Land Management, has a single loop around the campgrounds, and is surrounded by Cedar, Cottonwood, and Fir trees. There is a large meadow in the middle of the loop. This is a more primitive campground, with just 28 different sites, and limited shade spots. Inside the grounds you have fire pits, grills and picnic tables. There are vault toilets, but these are regularly maintained. Outside the campground, more that a mile away, is shopping, dining, gas and groceries. Reservations are required, and there are strict rules about pets. No ATV's are allowed, or using firearms within the campgrounds.

Yosemite Pines is another great Yosemite campgrounds attraction. They have a number of full service RV sites, camping cabins, and quiet tent sites available. They are located just a thirty minute drive from the West entrance to the park. There are also many different on site amenities, from panning for gold, swimming, and even a zoo, featuring one of the areas most used creatures, the Alpaca. There is WiFi, laundry, hot showers and clean restrooms. From here you can book a number of different tours, rent bikes for their many nature trails, or even relax by the pool.

There are some things to note when visiting these Yosemite Campgrounds. One of them is that for most, reservations are a must. If you are planning your vacation here, make sure you get the latest updates on fires and flooding, as well as the bears and wildlife in the area. Be aware of your neighbors, and treat them as well as the land with respect.

Kevin McClellan loves to travel and has lots of interesting articles about camping and campgrounds. To read more about the "Coolest Campgrounds" in America, visit the authors website at http://www.coolestcampgrounds.com. While there don't forget to check out the monthly writing contest.