Since the 1940s, Sonja Bata has scoured the world for footwear of every description, from the most ordinary to the most extraordinary. Her combined interest in design and shoes has led to a very personal collection, with examples from many cultures and historic periods. Some of the highlights inc[...]
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May 12th, 2012 - 2:46 am § in Destinations
Not Quite Ready For Take-Off: Berlin’s New Brandenburg Airport – Opening Delayed
Passengers at the new airport will find everything ranging from domestic and European to intercontinental flights under one roof in the central terminal. That is, as soon as it opens. Read what's holding up progress. [...]
May 12th, 2012 - 1:15 am § in Destinations
Not Quite Ready For Take-Off: Berlin’s New Brandenburg Airport – Opening Delayed
Passengers at the new airport will find everything ranging from domestic and European to intercontinental flights under one roof in the central terminal. That is, as soon as it opens. Read what's holding up progress. [...]
May 12th, 2012 - 1:15 am § in Destinations
Visiting Lexington Kentucky: Keeneland and More by Patrice Raplee.
On a balmy spring day, there is an excited tension in the air, mingled with anticipation and the scent of mint juleps. Dapper crowds gather in the stands and anxiously watch the starting gate while tightly gripping their betting tickets. It is a few seconds to post time and all eyes focus on the[...]
May 6th, 2012 - 12:31 pm § in Destinations
Warner Bros. Studio VIP Tour: Getting Up Close and Personal
Guests of the Warner Bros. Studios VIP Tour are offered a rare look into the world of entertainment, with an intimate view of the inner workings of a thriving motion picture and television studio. Because nothing is staged - this is real Hollywood at work - there is no telling what, or who, l[...]
May 3rd, 2012 - 11:52 am § in Destinations
Exploring Sayulita, Mexico by Karen Hamlin.
Standing on the terrace of my villa, I can see the surfers bobbing in the bay waiting for a surging wave to carry them to shore. My gaze follows the curvature of the shoreline that sweeps around the bay and backs into the dense Sierra Madre jungle. It's a warm afternoon with clear blue skies an[...]
April 25th, 2012 - 4:53 pm § in Destinations
Meet Leading Formula 1™ Teams, Race Cars and Drivers
Formula Expo, set for June 16-17, 2012, will be a multi-faceted event open to the public, which will provide families and motorsport enthusiasts the opportunity to connect to the race experience, history, technology and prestige of the Grand Prix. [...]
April 24th, 2012 - 1:20 pm § in Destinations
Free and Almost Free Performances in Washington DC
If you're looking for an affordable vacation, take a look at some of the fun, free and almost-free experiences that await you in DC. [...]
April 22nd, 2012 - 1:42 pm § in Destinations
Six Reasons to visit Pasadena, California by Bobbie Green.
After the famous Rose Parade and Rose Bowl football game is over, is there any other reason for tourists to visit Pasadena? On my recent trip to Pasadena, I was enlightened about this wonderful old California Town. The revitalized old Pasadena, a National Register Historic District, is a charming[...]
April 18th, 2012 - 12:53 am § in Destinations
Visitors to the Florida Keys Can Ride the Famous African Queen
The iconic original vessel from John Huston's classic 1951 film by the same name starring Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn has been relaunched and is now available for cruising the canals of Key Largo. [...]