The Piedmont region of northwestern Italy bordering on France to the west and Switzerland to the north is particularly known for its wines. So you have one more reason to enjoy Carnevale in this lovely region. Piedmont hosts several Carnevales but only one is known as the Piedmont Carnival. It is held in the town of Ivrea, population about 25 thousand, located some 28 miles (about 45 kilometers) northeast of the regional capital Turin and (if you...more
If you are planning to buy a Coleman camp stove, you will find a number of different models to choose from. While each stove is designed to be as safe as possible, you may want a model that has specific features. As may be expected, it will be best to think carefully about each feature, so that you have some idea of which ones are most important to you. For the most part, you should be able to find the best stove by weighing three main points.One...more
One the variety of attractions that are off the beaten path that can be found on your next vacation to Palm Springs and the California desert cities is Cabot's Pueblo Museum.Cabot's Pueblo Museum is a unique Hopi inspired pueblo that was built by Cabot Yerxa on property he homesteaded in 1913. He worked on the property until his death in 1965.The expansive place is now a museum which recreates Cabot's life in the desert over 100 years.ago. Cabot journeyed through the desert; gathering reclaimed materials from as far east as the Salton Sea, north to Morongo Valley, south to Palm Springs and west to White Water.Located in Desert Hot Spring, just outside of Palm Springs.Today Cabot's Pueblo Museum is a multi leveled building that includes 35 rooms, 150 windows, and 65 doors. All built by hand by one man, Cabot Yerxa. In addition to the building and the history of Cabot's journey's and adventures, there are also exhibits of Native American pottery, along with early 20th century photographs and artifacts from his Alaskan adventures.There are guided tours of the grounds so that visitors journey through the life of Cabot Yerxa and his family including artifacts collected from their...more
During a recent getaway to Palm Springs I was looking for a more casual golf course where I could play with my younger daughter. Of course, I didn't want to hold up some of the more serious golfers so I wanted a course that was challenging but not populated by the scratch golfer. My search led me to the Desert Princess Golf and Country Club.The...more
Have Fun in the Waters with the Dolphins of MexicoYou get the chance to swim with the amazing dolphins of Mexico when you include a visit to these amazing centers. You get the chance to cavort with these friendly and gentle sea creatures in an environment that is safe and secure for both visitors and dolphins alike. All throughout Mexico are...more
A regular stop on my annual Mecca to the "golf capital" of the world, is the Indian Canyons Resort in Palm Springs, California.Back in the day when Frank Sinatra and the "Rat Pack" were regulars in the desert paradise known as Palm Springs, one of the first very posh and private courses was then known as the Canyon Country Club. A very exclusive private club that was the first home of the Frank Sinatra celebrity golf tournament, this location has seen the likes of Sinatra, Martin, Disney and Eisenhower.When the economy tanked and exclusive golf memberships were one of the first luxuries to be sacrificed by the formerly rich and famous, the once members only Canyon Country Club was opened to the public.Now considered, semi - private and on Indian land in the heart of Palm Springs this 36 - hole resort is nestled at the base of the San Jacinto Mountains in what locals like to call a "wind free" zone.The facility offers two very distinctively 18-hole golf courses.The first of two courses is the South Course. It is an 18-hole championship course that was redesigned by Casey O'Callaghan in 2004 along with consultant and LPGA Hall of Fame member Amy Alcott. It is a par 72 that consists...more
One the variety of attractions that are off the beaten path that can be found on your next vacation to Palm Springs and the California desert cities is Cabot's Pueblo Museum.Cabot's Pueblo Museum is a unique Hopi inspired pueblo that was built by...more
Spending a time at the beach is a refreshing moment for everyone who likes to be under the heat of the sun. The beach is a perfect getaway for people who just want to relax and see the beauty of nature as well. Variety of enjoyable activities can be...more
Canterbury is an English city located in the district of Kent in the South East of England, on the River Stour. Canterbury has a strong religious affiliation. When the kingdom converted to Christianity in 597, St. Augustine became the first...more
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