Located at the Northshore Rainforest in Vancouver is 27 acres of pure nature called the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park; it's a real treat for anyone who loves nature, fresh air and some adventure. It's only a 30-minute drive from Downtown Vancouver (there's a free shuttle too) and I recommend it for solo travelers, couples and families alike. The park has several reasons to visit: The Suspension Bridge is 250 feet above Read More
A Boost of Color for Under $10
Cost Plus World Market has a variety of colorful things for your home, and I'm a fan because it reminds me of vibrant things I've seen in nature or when I travel. They have a big End of Season Clearance right now and everything in the pics below are under $10. Most are actually under $5. Additional Discounts you'll like: $10 off any $30 purchase with Promo Code WMAFF2031 until July 28th 2013. 50% Read More
Remind Someone that You Love Them – Free Photo Cards
The card designs to choose from at Shutterfly are really coming a long way. Upload some pictures and send a card to your parents. Or your grandparents. Letting someone know you're thinking of them can mean more than you know. This weekend, 27 and 28 July 2013, Shutterfly is giving you 10 free 6x8, 5x7, 5x5, or 4x8 flat stationary cards, or 10 5x7 folded greeting cards. Taxes, shipping and handling will apply. Promo Code: Read More
Free Wine and Spirits Tastings in Portland, Oregon
There are over 300 wineries in the state of Oregon and they have an international reputation for their wine production. Whether you're a local or just passing through, you might be interested in knowing where to go for free tastings. Click the title of any place on my list to see their location and visitor information. Liner and Elsen They have free wine tastings on Saturdays all summer long, starting at noon until the Read More
Cheap Flights to Hawaii and Discounted Activities
Aloha! When you’re looking for airline tickets to Hawaii, your online searches most likely won't show you the results from Panda Travel, who I found to have excellent prices. Panda Travel is a full service Travel Agency that is Hawaii owned and operated for 30 years, they will book flights for you to and from any of the Hawaiian Islands, as well as inter-island flights. Their flights are consistently about $100 Read More
Chicago River and Lake Michigan Tour
The Chicago skyline, in my opinion, is the prettiest in the US. Whether you've been to Chicago or not, seeing the city from Lake Michigan is the one thing you should definitely do. Wendella is one of the only companies that do a combined tour of the Chicago River and Lake Michigan. Don't get jipped and take a cruise that only takes you on the river! Wendella's tour lasts 90 minutes and I found it to be informative, Read More
Desert Hot Springs Retreat – Summer Special
This summer special at the Hacienda Hot Springs Inn in California might be exactly what you need. It is a "Boutique Mineral Spa Hotel" just 2 hours north of Los Angeles and 20 minutes from Palm Springs. Their deal right now is $225 for accommodations for two with sauna and mineral water, a 60 minute spa treatment, organic breakfast, a bottle of champagne or wine, art museum passes and extended checkout. Pretty good Read More
A Vintage Fashion Wonderland in Edinburgh, Scotland
I found myself in Edinburgh, Scotland with a few days to kill. I had no plans, I only knew I didn’t want to spend my days in the souvenir shops. As I strolled down a winding road I’m thinking, ‘this is more like it’, there is almost nobody around and I see these quirky, artsy store fronts, the kind that make you wonder what exactly they are selling. I didn't realize then that I was headed to the Grassmarket area, a Read More
Free Address Labels from Shutterfly
This weekend Shutterfly is offering a free set of Address Labels! They give you hundreds of design and layout options and it's a lovely personal touch. It's pretty fast to do even if you only have a few minutes. Why not? Go to Shutterfly.com and use Promo Code: SUMMERLABEL. Expires end of day Sunday, 14 July. Read More
The Road Less Traveled: The Berghoff in Chicago
Here is a great suggestion if you're going to Chicago and like me, you prefer the road less traveled with a little bit of history. The Berghoff is the oldest restaurant in Chicago and the oldest continuously operating business in the city, having survived the Chicago Fire of 1871. It's right near the center of the Chicago Loop. Amazon.com Widgets They were originally famous for their homemade Beer and later Root Beer, Read More