If You're Ever There...Go Here!

[Candelion]

Since we are in the middle of summer and people are likely travelling, I thought it might be fun if people posted about places they've been and things they've seen that might not be found in the regular tourist brochures. Perhaps you've found a great secluded beach, a funky restaurant, a cool club, an interesting museum....whatever.


One of my favourite places in the world is Vancouver Island (I lived there for a time, as a child). As you arrive at Departure Bay on the ferry from Horseshoe Bay you will find yourself in Nanaimo...home of the famous Nanaimo Bars and less famous Bathtub Races. Sure, Nanaimo may not be as beautiful or quaint as Victoria but it holds some hidden treasures.

PIPER'S LAGOON: When I was a child this lagoon was almost unknown to anyone but the locals. It still rarely gets too crowded and it's the perfect place to take children for a day's hike, swim, and picnic. From the many cliffs you are likely to see seals frolicking in the sea. It's an even better place for a romantic stroll and an intimate picnic dinner with that special someone. There are so many secluded little nooks and crannies, you are likely to find privacy.

The lagoon is fairly large and you will be able to find your own private piece of Heaven. You park at one end and walk along a narrow, straight dyke between the lagoon and the restless surf. The waves from the open water have created a marvellous pebbly beach with a great deal of mermaid's tears (a beautiful product of beach glass). Then it gets rocky; there is some non-technical rock-climbing for those who desire it, and one larger hill covered in arbutus and Garry Oak, eagles, driftwood and views of the Strait. Remember, this is not a California beach it's a typical PNW beach. Google Piper's Lagoon, Nanaimo BC Canada for map and directions.

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Piper's Lagoon




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The beautiful Arbutus tree

[Trev]

Visiting Churchill Downs is one the most recommended places in Louisville. If the horses aren't running on the track, Churchill Downs has museum to visit for the horse racing enthusiast. Churchill Downs officially opened in 1875, and held the first Kentucky Derby and the first Kentucky Oaks in the same year. Churchill Downs has also hosted the renowned Breeders' Cup on eight occasions, most recently in 2011. Churchill Downs Incorporated owns and operates the racetrack. The capacity of Churchill Downs is 120,000.

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[MysticOceansFL]

Here are a select few places I've been and will always remember and that hopefully you'll enjoy and go there also. South Korea, Hawaii, Japan, German, France, Ft Riley Kansas, and Ft Gordon Ga.





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[Candelion]

I've never been much for the bar scene, but the Bovine Sex Club is one of my favourite local hangouts. Known as The Bovine to locals, this is a bar that's all about the music. This is the place to be to hear independent musicians and artists, playing everything from rock to punk to alternative to rockabilly. Bonus: It's in a cool part of town (and they still let me in). :)

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[Trev]

Harley Davidson factory tours offer the chance to extraordinary people channel their pride and expertise into machines.

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[Trev]

A personal favorite of mine.

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[Trev]

Ridge upon ridge of forest straddles the border between North Carolina and Tennessee in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. World renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life, the beauty of its ancient mountains, and the quality of its remnants of Southern Appalachian mountain culture, this is America's most visited national park.

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[Orema]

Cannot travel directly to Havana from the States. Had to go through Mexico after applying for a professional research license. It was worth the effort.

One of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean and the weather is perfect in the winter. Warm and breezy.

There's lots to see in Havana, but be sure to visit the gallery of artist José Rodríguez Fuster. He specializes in ceramics, painting, drawing, engraving, and graphic design. Through the sale of his paintings, ceramics and other works, Mr. Fuster has carried out many renovations and decorative art projects throughout the fishing town of Jaimanitas (on the west outskirts of Havana). His work has been compared to that of Gaudi in Barcelona.

This is the entrance to his gallery and workshops:

http://www.rbarnhill.com/Cuba/Images/211122-0495.jpg

Link with more photos:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9_Rodr%C3%ADguez_Fuster#mediaviewer/File:Fuster_pic.jpg

Here's more about him on Wikipedia http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jos%C3%A9_Rodr%C3%ADguez_Fuster

[ProfPacker]

Orema, it is incredible that you went to Cuba. I love the Gaudi buildings and church in Barcelona. As a one time collector of Outsider Art I appreciate this work. Thanks for sharing

[ProfPacker]

http://m.eater.com/archives/2014/03/18/new-haven-ct-pizzerias-pizza.php

[BestButchBoy]

Have brunch here: http://www.tartinecafenyc.com/menus/brunch/


Their Eggs Benedict will make your socks go up and down. But, it's all good there, all the time.

Bon apetit!

[Trev]

Acropolis

http://www.wikiveler.com/europe/greece/attica/athens/attractions/acropolis/images/acropolis-of-athens-home.jpg

Parthenon

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Plaka

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The Church of Panagia Kapnikarea or just Kapnikarea is a Greek Orthodox church and one of the oldest churches in Athens.


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Athens is truly a beautiful city. I'm fortunate enough to mark this off My bucket list.

[Candelion]

Experience such flavours as Buttered Popcorn, PB & J, Toast & Butter, Nutella Puff, Rose and Hibiscus Flower....all the traditional flavours and twisted creations.

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www.gloryholedoughnuts.com

[ProfPacker]

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Best Lobster Roll, Steamers and blueberry pie (I could live here, lol)

[BestButchBoy]

Davis Square in Somerville, MA and want to hang in a cool saloon, get a tasty cocktail and have a bite…

http://www.saloondavis.com


Cheers for Queers!

[Orema]

http://extraordinarydesserts.com

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There's lots to see and do in San Diego, but if you're ever here you must stop for dessert at one of their two locations. They make a croissant/bread pudding that is absolutely delicious.

[Redsunflower]

Oh my god ProfPacker, Barcelona, the Sagrada Familia and all those other crazy- looking buildings Gaudi built. Wow! I just went there on Friday and was completely gobsmacked. There's some amazing, inspiring genius right there.

If I had the first clue how to post a pic on here, I'd do it. Since I can't, I'd recommend everyone go to Barcelona as soon as they possibly can!

[Candelion]

I was fortunate enough to spend some extended time in Tanzania. If you are ever there, try to make it to the island of Zanzibar. Now Zanzibar is a playground for the rich, but don't let that stop you from going if you are short on funds. You can always go there for the day. Take a boat over in the morning and return in the evening. That's what I did and I had a most memorable day. The beaches are gorgeous...sand as white as snow!

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[BestButchBoy]

If you're ever in NYC for summer, you have to hit the Hamptons. I mean, it's the Rivera of the east coast. Montauk has a cool lighthouse. On the road to said lighthouse is a food shack where you can gobble down a delicious lobster roll! BTW, go during the week because unless you have a helicopter, you won't get there or back.

Oh, and of course, there's Fire Island. Sail over. Sail back. You like to sail, right?


White sand, sound of surf, relaxation and food. I mean, seriously. That's summer in NY for me.

[Candelion]

If you happen to be in the Vancouver airport in British Columbia, please take the time to go to the international terminal and view this beautiful sculpture by Haida native, Bill Reid (1920 - 1998). The sculpture is an impressive 20 feet long, 13.2 feet high, and weighs nearly 11,000 pounds. The Spirit of Haida Gwaii is intended to represent the Aboriginal heritage of the Haida Gwaii region in British Columbia Canada's Haida Gwaii, formerly called the Queen Charlotte Islands. The sculpture is located near the food fair and there is seating surrounding the sculpture. Grab a snack and take in this beautiful piece of art before your flight.

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This photo does not come close to capturing the magnificence of the sculpture.

[BestButchBoy]

Go see http://www.beachblanketbabylon.com

It's ridiculously campy and FUNNY!

Don't leave out Chinatown in SF either! EAT! EAT! EAT!

[Gráinne]

If you're ever through Little Rock, stop and see the Old Mill. If you've seen Gone With The Wind, the mill in the credits isn't in Atlanta or even Georgia-it's in North LR. It was moved and reassembled at the current park, but the flooring and wheel are authentic.

Actually, if you go to the Quapaw Quarter of historic houses, you will see Ville Marre. Those of you of a certain age will recognize it as the Sugarbaker house from Designing Women.

[deathbypoem]

If you're ever in the Houston area. Check this out! The entire site, awesome stuff. http://hustletownbustle.wordpress.com/

[MrSunshine]

In Mexico.....http://www.mexonline.com/maps/pics/gob-islamujeres.gif


Beautiful! Great food and entertainment. So much to see. Best part, you can walk out to the edge of the ocean on this rock with paths and stairs and stand where the sun first rises.

[Orema]

If you're in North County San Diego and need a mid-week break, check out California Center for the Arts WOW first Wednesdays, a free community concert series that happens the first Wednesday of every month, September through June, with two showtimes to choose from: 4pm & 7pm.

Free general admission tickets are handed out on a first-come, first-seated basis, reserved seats are available for $12 ($10 for Center Members). Reserved seating must be purchased a minimum of 24 hours in advance.

From Country to Polynesian and everything in between. Shows fill up fast so arrive early.

http://artcenter.org/event/wow-first-wednesdays-saxations/

watch?v=ZbIsSBtx_SU

[Candelion]

Yes, Lake Louise has one of the biggest ski resorts in North America. Yes, there is the luxury resort The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise. But after you have tired of trying to keep up with the rich kids, don a pair of jeans and go horseback riding along the trails encircling the lake. There are many packages available. Some packages include luxury end-of-ride pampering (pfft!) and other more hard core packages include a day long ride with a bbq lunch at the halfway mark. Don't be content to stare out the window of your luxury hotel room. Become one with the spectacular surroundings. If you are deathly afraid of horses, hike the darn trails. Just do it! :)


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[Candelion]

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Vienna is a sensory feast...the music, the architecture, the food, the history. If you have ever dreamed of travelling to Vienna, you know very well all the things it has to offer. However, you would be remiss if you neglected visiting the Austrian National Library. It is located in the Hofburg Palace. The library contains several museums, houses many and varied special collections, and hosts special exhibits throughout the year. Of course, you can google everything you need to know about this fabulous library. What I can tell you - standing in this opulent building which houses so many books, historical documents, and musical scores, is an experience you will never forget. If you love books, your heart will soar with satisfaction at the respect and reverence books receive in this library. You will not be allowed to touch much of the collection, but your eyes will admire the beautiful wood shelving and frescoed ceiling, your body will reel from the smell of the leather bindings, and your ears will delight in the music of footsteps on the marble floors. I have only enjoyed one library more - Trinity College Library Dublin. But, perhaps, that will be another post.

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[Trev]

Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory, one of the city's most popular attractions, is also housed with the corporate headquarters. The location is well-marked by the World's Biggest Baseball Bat that casually leans against the side of the building. Guests are invited to learn about the Official Bat of Major League Baseball–Louisville Slugger. Today, over 3-million people have enjoyed the museum and factory tour experience at this location.

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[Trev]

While you're in Louisville seeing the sites, take a cruise and have dinner on the Belle of Louisville.

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Today, Belle of Louisville is recognized as the oldest river steamboat in operation, placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972, and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1989.

[Orema]

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Check out Sacha and Salvador: The Art of Romance (http://conviviosociety.org/sacha/) on November 22.

Taken from Convivio's website: A romantic Latin evening by candlelight with Grammy-nominated songstress Sacha Boutros and renowned baritone Salvador Padilla serenading with love’s most popular siren songs in their native French, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese languages.

From Bolero to Tango to Aria, you will be transported to Rome, Rio Di Janeiro, Paris, and Mexico after dark, with love, allure, and illustrious romanticism by beautiful old-fashioned candlelight.

Sacha Boutros is a renowned Jazz Singer recently given the honor of Jazz Musician of the Year by the SoCal Jazz Society. She has sung around the globe and had the honor of working with musical icons Julio Iglesias, Marvin Hamlisch, Red Holloway, Patti Austen, Frankie Laine, Red Holloway, and James Moody–just to name a few. Having produced several award-winning albums, she is presently writing and arranging the music for her fourth album, to be released in the spring of 2015.

Salvador Padilla is a renowned baritone who can easily crossover to Latin, bolero, and popular music. His international travels have taken him from opera theaters and concert halls from Buenos Aires to Tokyo and everywhere in between. He is best known for his charismatic and fun-loving personality, and that shines alongside his incomparable, rich baritone voice.

[Orema]

The Stone Brewey (http://www.stoneworldbistro.com/home.asp)

If you're in North County San Diego, you might want to check out the Stone Brewey.

They serve dinner and lunch, have an interesting menu, and lots of beer.

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From their web site: Join us for a meal or a pint in our Bistro’s dynamic and expansive interior, or venture out to our beautiful open-air patio and one-acre organic beer garden. We proudly specialize in locally grown, small-farm ingredients and feature an eclectic menu of world-inspired cuisine and our unique take on comfort food. As strong advocates for environmental responsibility and high-quality food, we are now the largest restaurant purchaser of local, small-farm organic produce in San Diego County. With 36 craft and specialty beers on tap, an extensive wine list, and distinctive banquet and wedding accommodations, our Bistro has become one of the premier culinary destinations in San Diego County...

[puddin']

if you're ever in auckland...


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[homoe]

If you have any plans that may be taking you to Chicago, check out this hotel if you are looking for a fairly centralized location place to stay! This is my second favorite place to stay when visiting the windy city and for Chicago this isn't to bad of a deal price wise :hangloose:

http://chicagoathletichotel.com/

[homoe]

http://www.chicagotraveler.com/tour-chicago-by-bus.htm
http://www.chicagotraveler.com/tour-chicago-by-bus.htm


If you want to leave the driving to someone else while visiting Chicago, try one of the many bus tours that the city offers

[homoe]

http://www.nutsonclark.com/store/gourmet-nuts/http://www.nutsonclark.com/store/gourmet-nuts/


If you feel like a nut, check out this place! EVERYTHING they sell is delicious!

[homoe]

http://www.pizanoschicago.com/
http://www.pizanoschicago.com/state-street.php


Don't miss this place if you ever find yourself in the Windy City!

If you don't like deep dish they have a thin crust as well!

[JDeere]

If you visit Houston go to the Houston Zoo, they have meerkats!

http://www.houstonzoo.org/

[homoe]

https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=garnet+popcorn+

https://www.google.com/search?q=garnet+popcorn&biw=1024&bih=643&tbm=isch&imgil=A8GhWWbNm15eCM%253A%253BthcKjIKjeHN

This is addictive!

[homoe]

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So refreshing on a hot summer day!

[C0LLETTE]

If you're ever in Torrington Alberta, go to the Gopher Hole Museum

http://gopherholemuseum.ca


You won't regret it.

You won't even regret going to the website.

[deathbypoem]

If you're ever in Durango, CO.

Check this out!! Bad-assery.

http://www.honeyvillecolorado.com/

[C0LLETTE]

If you're ever in Bisbee AZ, take a tour of the Queen Anne Mine. If you're ever in Drumheller Alberta, take a tour of the Atlas Mine. If you're ever in Sydney Nova Scotia, take a tour of the Sydney Mine, I've never been disappointed by a mine tour.

[homoe]

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If you're ever in Washington State and near the north peninsula, PLEASE check out the cute little town of Port Townsend!

[C0LLETTE]

If you're ever in Ottawa, Ontario...Canada's capital...check out the giant sink hole, 30 feet deep in the busiest intersection downtown and about a block from Parliament Hill. What idiot decided to start building a Light Rapid Transit System through the middle of downtown!

[homoe]

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If you're ever in Seattle take the water taxi over to West Seattle and take in the many sights Alki Beach has to offers

[homoe]

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Well not so much as go there but do this I guess if you're not that familiar with the windy city! They give a tour as well as fun facts about Chicago and hop on and hop off privileges during any part of the tours

[homoe]

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The food isn’t anything to write home about. but how can you not love a place immortalized by a SNL skit!

[homoe]

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If you're ever in Port Angeles Wa check out Next Door Gastropub!

[QueenofSmirks]

If you're ever in NYC, do this. I'm usually not a fan of "tours" but this was really interesting and beautiful.
http://www.tug44.org/tugboats.trawlers/circle-line-xvi/images/circlelinexvi-1.jpg

http://www.newyork.com/tours/full-island-cruise-3-hour-circle-line-sightseeing/

[homoe]

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Dogpatch bar and resturant in Munising MI

[homoe]

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He Who Eats Mud 3247 N Broadway St Chicago, IL 60657

They have cards, t-shirts and other items!

[homoe]

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Unabridged Books 3251 N Broadway Chicago, IL 60657

[homoe]

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Melrose Restaurant 3233 N Broadway St Chicago, IL 60657

One does not come here for the food, one comes to people watch at their outside dinning area!

[homoe]

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Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club 3700 N Halsted St Chicago, IL 60613

Besides good food they offer Cabaret & Drag shows

[homoe]

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Ann Sathers 909 W Belmont Ave Chicago, IL 60657


If you're looking for a fantastic breakfast, this is the place!

[homoe]

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5348 N Clark St Chicago, IL 60640

If you're looking for something to satisfy your sweet tooth or something to pick up and take back to your hotel for later, this is the place!

[homoe]

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EMP Museum - Music + Sci-fi + Pop Culture (this isn't your dad's museum)

Seattle WA

[homoe]

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Amoeba Music Los Angeles

IF you can't find what you're looking for in here, trust me, you don't need it!

[QueenofSmirks]

The Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin West tour. I thought it would be boring but it was quite interesting!


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(Picture source: ArchDaily.com)

http://www.franklloydwright.org/taliesin-west/tickets-and-tours.html

[C0LLETTE]

MONA: The world's most far-out museum
MONA Museum of Old and New Art

Chiseled into an escarpment on the banks of the Derwent River in the northern suburbs of Hobart is a subterranean fortress housing one of the most confronting and controversial collections of art in the world.

The crowning achievement of Tasmanian David Walsh, a mathematician and art collector who made millions perfecting algorithms that let him to beat casinos and bookies at their own game, MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) has made a name for itself by breaking every rule in the book ...

“When you go to a conventional museum you are forced to walk up stairs and past pillars meant to make you feel small and then have academics tell you it’s culture,” ... “But David wanted none of that so he built this place underground.”

Visitors are given an iPod touch that uses GPS to work out which artwork they are standing in front of, then gives a running commentary from Walsh himself, interviews with the artists and plenty more. That all comes via a button on the iPod marked “Art Wank”

From the lobby, a spiral staircase descends 17 meters underground, ending in a cathedral-like basement cordoned by a 250-million-year-old Triassic sandstone wall that Walsh, who once described himself as a “rabid atheist,” left exposed to challenge creationists on their beliefs.

What follows are three levels of steel and stone festooned with art and objects based around sex, death and evolution that are concurrently shocking, educational and entertaining.

To impart just a taste of the museum, first among these is a chocolate sculpture of the remains of a Chechen suicide bomber. Yes, chocolate.

One level up, a wall has been lined with white porcelain molds of female genitalia, while another wall shows a very large image of a man engaged in an unhealthy act with a dog.

A room-sized machine made of giant test tubes fed by a series of pumps parodies the digestive tract by turning food into a brown gooey paste, while an engorged and distended Porsche Carrera sagging with fat offers comment on mindless overindulgence.

Then there’s “Bit.fall,” a “rain-painting machine” created by German born artist Julius Popp. Spanning two stories, this multi-million dollar contraption uses 128 computer-controlled nozzles to drip cascades of water in the shape of phrases selected daily from news websites. You really need to see it, of course.

Sprinkled among these masterpieces of modern art, as though there were never a reason to keep them apart, are selections from Walsh’s private collection of antiquities.

They include a 1,500-year-old Egyptian sarcophagus, gold coins taken from one of the statues at the Partheon in Athens and a collage made of Neolithic flints.

MONA is built on the ground of Moorilla Estate, Tasmania’s second-oldest vineyard...Visitors can also stay the night at one of eight luxurious art-laden pavilions inspired by shipping containers and stylish A-frame homes of the 1960s that look like Darth Vader’s lair.

Combined with an outdoor concert stage set on a grassy hillock, a book shop, jewelry store and the scenic river bush land setting, it’s little wonder MONA topped “Gourmet Traveller” magazine’s list of the top 100 places to visit in the world.

..."

Ian Lloyd Neubauer is a Sydney-based freelance journalist specializing in adventure travel.

[C0LLETTE]

MONA: The world's most far-out museum HOBART, TASMANIA
MONA : NUSEUM OF THE OLD AND THE NEW.

"Chiseled into an escarpment on the banks of the Derwent River in the northern suburbs of Hobart is a subterranean fortress housing one of the most confronting and controversial collections of art in the world.

The crowning achievement of Tasmanian David Walsh, a mathematician and art collector who made millions perfecting algorithms that let him to beat casinos and bookies at their own game, MONA (Museum of Old and New Art) has made a name for itself by breaking every rule in the book ...

“When you go to a conventional museum you are forced to walk up stairs and past pillars meant to make you feel small and then have academics tell you it’s culture,” ... “But David wanted none of that so he built this place underground.”

Visitors are given an iPod touch that uses GPS to work out which artwork they are standing in front of, then gives a running commentary from Walsh himself, interviews with the artists and plenty more. That all comes via a button on the iPod marked “Art Wank”

From the lobby, a spiral staircase descends 17 meters underground, ending in a cathedral-like basement cordoned by a 250-million-year-old Triassic sandstone wall that Walsh, who once described himself as a “rabid atheist,” left exposed to challenge creationists on their beliefs.

What follows are three levels of steel and stone festooned with art and objects based around sex, death and evolution that are concurrently shocking, educational and entertaining.

To impart just a taste of the museum, first among these is a chocolate sculpture of the remains of a Chechen suicide bomber. Yes, chocolate.

One level up, a wall has been lined with white porcelain molds of female genitalia, while another wall shows a very large image of a man engaged in an unhealthy act with a dog.

A room-sized machine made of giant test tubes fed by a series of pumps parodies the digestive tract by turning food into a brown gooey paste, while an engorged and distended Porsche Carrera sagging with fat offers comment on mindless overindulgence.

Then there’s “Bit.fall,” a “rain-painting machine” created by German born artist Julius Popp. Spanning two stories, this multi-million dollar contraption uses 128 computer-controlled nozzles to drip cascades of water in the shape of phrases selected daily from news websites. You really need to see it, of course.

Sprinkled among these masterpieces of modern art, as though there were never a reason to keep them apart, are selections from Walsh’s private collection of antiquities.

They include a 1,500-year-old Egyptian sarcophagus, gold coins taken from one of the statues at the Partheon in Athens and a collage made of Neolithic flints.

MONA is built on the ground of Moorilla Estate, Tasmania’s second-oldest vineyard...Visitors can also stay the night at one of eight luxurious art-laden pavilions inspired by shipping containers and stylish A-frame homes of the 1960s that look like Darth Vader’s lair.

Combined with an outdoor concert stage set on a grassy hillock, a book shop, jewelry store and the scenic river bush land setting, it’s little wonder MONA topped “Gourmet Traveller” magazine’s list of the top 100 places to visit in the world.

..."

Ian Lloyd Neubauer is a Sydney-based freelance journalist specializing in adventure travel.

I've been. Loved loved it.

[C0LLETTE]

MUSEUM OF BROKEN RELATIONSHIPS ZAGREB CROATIA

"Amazing audience and media response (more than 180.000 visitors) during the Museum’s international tour encouraged us to establish the Museum’s permanent collection in Zagreb (Croatia) in October 2010. The Museum of Broken Relationships is located in the beautiful baroque Kulmer palace (dated 1776, classified as national heritage) in the Upper Town – a historical part of Zagreb rich in tourist attractions. An unavoidable sight in your exploration of Zagreb and a unique emotional journey around the world through hundreds of love break-ups."

I'll confess, I've never been but sounds useful.

[homoe]

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Outside basement of the John Hancock building in Chicago! Great for just sitting and catching one's breathe or people watching!

[homoe]

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Popcorn worth the wait:popcorn:

[homoe]

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If you're in Seattle's waterfront take the Water Taxi over to West Seattle and try this! (Marination location Alki Beach)

[homoe]

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If you're in Seattle check out Sun Fish on Alki beach!

Just a small hole in the wall with both inside and outside seating and the best fish and spawns one can imagine!

[homoe]

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If you're going to be in the Detroit area around Labor Day Weekend and enjoy jazz check this out! It's been years since I've been, but hopefully this year with any luck, I just might make it!

[homoe]

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If you're going to be in the Seattle area during Labor Day Week-end and enjoy all types of music, you may want to check this out~!

[homoe]

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If you plan to be in the Chicago area this summer and enjoy the blues check out The House of Blues at 329 N Dearborn Street.

[homoe]

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Women and Children First Bookstore 5233 N Clark St, Chicago

They carry a wide variety of books and children's books as well.

[homoe]

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If you enjoy old cars and are going to be around the Detroit area, check out The Henry Ford Old Car Festival Sep 10-11 Dearborn, MI

[homoe]

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If you're traveling anywhere around the great state of Michigan and want to see how the other half lives, check out the Grand Hotel on Mackinaw Island!

[homoe]

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If you're around the Upper Peninsula of Michigan check out this cute little place!

[homoe]

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If you're in the Chicago area make sure you check out the Magnificent mile! Strolling up and down Michigan Avenue you'll encounter plenty of stores to browses, cafes, and another great people watching venue!

[homoe]

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If you're going to be in Milwaukee WI and enjoy frozen custard, you'll love Leon's at 3131 S 27th Street

[homoe]

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If you enjoy independent bookstores and are going to be in the Milwaukee area, check out Boswell Book Company on Downer Avenue.

[gotoseagrl]

If ever near Griffith Park, near LA in So. Cal., and you love vintage, Victorian to 50s, or trains, this is a must see ... one of the most adorable places I've been to recently. And it's free. :)

Travel Town Museum (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Travel_Town_Museum)

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[homoe]

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Renaissance Book Shop General Mitchell International Airport Milwaukee WI

They have a huge selection for such a smaller space. You won't be disappointed!

[homoe]

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Milwaukee has a very similar place to Seattle's Pike Place Market! Where do you suppose they got the idea:eatinghersheybar:

Anyways be sure to check it out if you're in the area!

[homoe]

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If you're going to be visiting Seattle any time soon, ride the monorail instead of hassling with driving and trying to park around Seattle Center! Parking is at a premium over there as well as downtown! Once you're in the downtown area, you'll find Seattle a pretty walk-able town Just wear to wear and pack comfortable shoes!

[homoe]

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If you're flying into Chicago's O'Hare field and are unsure of what mode of transport to take to get downtown, by all means take the blue line El train that runs right under the airport terminal station! TRUST me on this, ESPECIALLY if it's during rush hour! As you go sailing past the "parking lot" of an expressway hopefully you'll remember this post and smile to yourself!

[homoe]

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If you're in the Seattle area, check out Pioneer Square. It's the oldest part of the city, with small shops, cafes, and plenty of sports bars!

[homoe]

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Four Corners Art and Framing on University Avenue in Seattle's U district!
Great stuff is crammed into this tiny place. MAKE SURE to call first and find out if they're open however!!!!

[Stone-Butch]

Homoe you should hire out as a tour guide. Just sayin eh.

[Cin]

If you are ever in the area, visit Quebec City in the winter.

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Enjoy the winter carnival

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Have a drink at the Ice Bar

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Spend the night at the Ice Hotel
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Hell, if you are so inclined, get married in the ice chapel!

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In case it's not obvious, I love Quebec City.

[homoe]

Chicago Architecture Foundation offers a great array of tours in the windy city for anyone interested in architecture. For some reason, I couldn't get a link to their website to work to post here but it's definitely worth checking out to see all they suggest:hangloose:

[homoe]

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If you're looking for a great place to run, bike ride or just people watch, this is the place!

[homoe]

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Coffee and Tea Exchange 3311 Broadway Chicago

You can buy as little as a quarter pound of beans. They have wonderful flavored coffees as well.

[homoe]

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This is Miner's Castle as viewed from the Picture Rock Boat Cruises which run out of Munising Michigan. Fall is one of the very best times to take this cruise IMHO

[homoe]

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Memorial Union Madison Wisconsin

[homoe]

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This is the water side of the union.

[homoe]

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315 W Gorham St, Madison Wisconsin.

[homoe]

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Nothing fancy, but some of the best Italian food you'll find in Milwaukee!


1724 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, Wi

[homoe]

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If you're ever over in my neck of the woods, no pun intended, check out Mike's

11065 Pacific Crest Place NW, At The Trails, Silverdale, WA

I'm sure there are locations near you as well

[homoe]

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Many locations but this one, at 2211 North Prospect, in Milwaukee can't be beat!

[homoe]

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Cafe LuLu 2265 S Howell Ave, Milwaukee

[homoe]

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SoLo Pizza 2856 N Oakland Ave, Milwaukee, WI

I noticed this has changed names since I lived back there, however it's still wood fired pizzas and the menu doesn't seem to have changed all that much! It was excellent wood fired pizza is all I can say! Check it out I say!

[*Anya*]

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If you're ever over in my neck of the woods, no pun intended, check out Mike's

11065 Pacific Crest Place NW, At The Trails, Silverdale, WA

I'm sure there are locations near you as well

They are also in So Cal. I think they have one of the more "real-ish" Italian subs than I have found around here.

[homoe]

Yes, I agree!

I'm not sure if you're a sports fan, but for the past month of Sept they have ran commercials non-stop during college football games! And then just recently, in one of my magazines, I read an article saying they are really giving Subway and other sandwich chains a run for their money!

[homoe]

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If you're near Boston Oct 10 - 16 check out this

[Demure]

If you ever go to England and get a chance to visit Stonehenge also go Avebury as there you can touch them and feel the energy that they emit.

[homoe]

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A good place to chow down in Madison WI 317 N Frances St

[homoe]

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EMP Museum - Music + Sci-fi + Pop Culture (this isn't your dad's museum)

Seattle WA

EMP Is Now the Museum of Popular Culture. That's MoPOP.

[homoe]

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An old fashion General Store in Port Gamble

[homoe]

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Ice skating at the Millennium Park (bean) Chicago

[homoe]

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Take a horse drawn carriage ride around the city of Chicago to see the holiday lights and decorations...

[homoe]

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Ride the carousel at WestLake Center if you're visiting Seattle during the holiday.:smileyXmasTree:

[homoe]

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If you're going to be in Seattle durning the holidays visit Pike Place Market. It's the best time to take in the market IMHO

[homoe]

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Satisfy your sweet tooth at Hershey's 822 N Michigan Ave. if you're going to be in the downtown Chicago area.

[homoe]

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If you're going to be visiting Milwaukee check out their version of Seattle's Pike Place Market..LOL

[cathexis]

So homoe, sounds like you like Chicago. I grew up in Indy, and moved to Chicago at age 16. Got a couple places to visit.

Chicago: Nat'l Leather Archives on Clark St.
Chicago: Ride all the "L" routes. Worth the time. ImHO, Chi. has the best mass transit system in the country. Beats out MARTA, NYC, BART, et al.
Chicago: Chicago Board of Trade (during trading) and the Commodities Mkt.
Chicago: Oak St. Beach in the summer.
Chicago: Brookside Zoo
Chicago: Picnic in Lincoln Park
Chicago: Rush St. at night
Chicago: Halstead Ave. weekend nights and/or gay pride weekend

There are way too many neat things to list. It's my favorite city, can you tell? Definitely worth a visit there. Isn't just a "if you're there see" type of city.

Indianapolis: Indpls. Motor Speedway Museum, #1 of course. Indy car racing
is awesome.
Indianapolis: Monument Circle (center of the city WWI monument) summer
or during the Christmas season. It's beautiful..lighted from top
to bottom with Christmas lights.
Indianapolis: The Children's Museum is world renowned.
Indianapolis: Drive/ride down Meridian St. to see all the 1800s mansions.
Indianapolis: Benjamin Harrison's home and that whole neighborhood that is
very historical...neat old houses.

Indy is only about 1.5 hrs southeast of Chicago on Chi's Dan Ryan followed by I-65 right in to downtown Indianapolis.

[homoe]

WOW thank you so very much for posting all those places....

[homoe]

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If you're going to be in Milwaukee take a stroll down Brady Street. Quaint shops, food eateries of all kinds, and for sure don't pass up Peter Sciortino's Bakery!

[homoe]

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If you're still game after cruising Brady Street, check out Downer Avenue! More great eateries, a fabulous bookstore, a hardware store that carries just about everything, and take in a movie at the Downer Theater if time permits!

[JDeere]

If you like Ramen dishes and you are in Houston, check out Ninja Ramen on Washington Avenue. Its across from Pearl lounge and side bar. I can get the address if anyone is interested.

[homoe]

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If you're in the Seattle area and get tried of fighting all the traffic and want a break, take a ferry ride across the water and visit here! You won't be disappointed!

[homoe]

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If you're going to be visiting Chicago and you get a mild day, check out the market stands outside of Daley Plaza!

[homoe]

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If you're going to be in Seattle the week between Christmas and New Years, check out the fireworks off the Space Needle New Years Eve!

[homoe]

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If you're going to be in Milwaukee on New Year's Day, head down to Bradford beach at noon and watch the foolish and drunk dive in! IF you're one of those doing the diving, WEAR SHOES!

[homoe]

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If you're going to be near Michigan's Upper Peninsula and are a winter enthusiast, check out the many groomed and well marked trails for snowmobiling!

[homoe]

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I believe this is only the second place that I've ever post in this thread, the first being Seattle's EMP/Museum of Pop Culture, that I have not been to visit first hand. My nephew texted me yesterday while there and gave it a pretty good review especially in regards to the beers. And if you're from Milwaukee no doubt you'll remember that used to be a car wash.


Good City Brewing Company 2018 N Farwell Ave Milwaukee Wi

[homoe]

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Orcas Bookstore 509 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA

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Now Make Me A Sandwich (started out as a food truck)
8202 Greenwood Ave N Seattle, WA

Went there last week, it was so good we debated about going back for a second sandwich!

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Now Make Me A Sandwich (started out as a food truck)
8202 Greenwood Ave N Seattle, WA

Went there last week, it was so good we debated about going back for a second sandwich!

I'm digging the logo!

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Pad Thai Express 315 Cooper Point Road NW Olympia WA

It's in a strip mall but don't be deterred by that! GREAT food at a good price.

[easygoingfemme]

The Ayurveda Cafe in NYC
(http://www.theayurvedacafe.com/)

When you go, you just go for lunch or dinner and you eat what they have decided to make that day for that meal. "Ayurveda Cafe serves pure vegetarian meals in a soothing and friendly environment. Our meals are balanced and consist of 10 items which include all six tastes: salty, sweet, sour, bitter, astringent and pungent. At Ayurveda Cafe we believe food cooked and served with compassion"

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It's right in the downtown area 108 Franklin St NE, Olympia, WA

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I was here the other night and it was so fun to be surrounded by 80s music and icons all over the walls. The Cure tribute show was really good too.

Totally 80s Bar & Grille (http://www.totally80sbar.com/) - Fullerton, CA

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Pizza by the slice or whole pies. The spices they use are amazing!

It's right on the main drag in Port Townsend, you can't miss it

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Visit the Northwest Native Expressions Art Gallery 1033 Old Blyn Hwy, Sequim, WA they have everything from cards to framed art work.

(This is right across from 7 Cedars casino on hwy 101)

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Shiga's Imports

4306 University Way in Seattle's University district. They have a huge selection of Hello Kitty merchandise:hk21:

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Bottom Hill Pie 215 Tyler St, Port Townsend, WA


We've tried the soups, salads, fire oven pizzas, and pies (more than once) :hangloose:

[Medusa]

If you're ever in Decatur, GA and you love BBQ? THIS IS A MUST:

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Amy's Decadent Chocolates 2801 6th St, Bremerton, WA

A little pricey but well worth it:hangloose:

[Kätzchen]

Seattle

☆☆☆☆☆ Canlis (Queen Anne neighborhood, Lake Union).

---- this restaurant serves the most exquisite foods. Very expensive, but so worth it. Very special occasion type venue. Must have reservations. Especially if you wish to dine there during any holiday season. It's almost too late to book an dinner date for Thanksgiving or Christmas. It's that awesome.

☆☆☆☆☆ Bainbridge Island: Multikeo Roasters. Great place to get breakfast, a cup of coffee or tea or hot chocolate. Relaxing atmosphere, very friendly staff.

Portland

☆☆☆☆☆ Mississippi Studios and Goose Hollow Inn.

--- No reservations needed. Food is exceptional at both places. Burgers at Miss.; Reuben sandwich at Goose Hollow. Moderately expensive. Settings are very relaxing. Both neighborhood's are simply beautiful.

McCall, Idaho

☆☆☆☆☆ The Yacht Club. Mostly good pub fare, local talented bands, the best thing is the outdoor dining during summer. Payette lake, with sail boats and the Ponderosa pines surrounding the lake, is simply gorgeous.


BONUS:

There's a little roadside cafe on your way to Crater Lake, but closer to Diamond Lake. They serve the best pie in the world. They also serve breakfast; then I think they open up.again for dinner in the late afternoon and close around 9pm. The menu is usually like home style meal fare. Reasonably priced. But omg, the pies are insanely good.

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Sully's Bistro & Bar 7234 Ne Pkwy Suquamish, WA 98392

For some reason whenever I hear "Bistro" I automatically think french, snootie, and pricey!

This place is none of those! Great home cooking, friendly waitstaff, and reasonably priced!

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In Chicago? Take in a ball game at Wrigley's Field........

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Take in a brewer's game if you're in Milwaukee!

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If you find yourself on Milwaukee's East-side visit Koppa's at 1940 N Farwell Ave,. Best sandwiches and 2 dollar Tuesday Tacos!

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3401 California Ave SW Seattle, WA

[Kätzchen]

Nick's Famous Coney Island sports bar:

http://nicksfamousconeys.com/

☆☆☆☆☆ Best place to get a hot dog, sports memorabilia is mounted all over the interior of the sports bar. It's located in the Hawthorne district, which makes it all the more enjoyable. Lots to see and do, especially if you are a people watcher kind of person. Service is top notch. Menu prices are reasonable. Bonus: lots of local people like dining at this sports bar and you're most likely to meet some very interesting people! :)
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Jacknife Hotel Bar:

http://www.jackknifepdx.com/

☆☆☆☆☆ Located in downtown Portland. If you find yourself stranded by gridlock traffic conditions, this place is homey for an upscale type of venue. Reasonably priced menu. Service, for the most part, is okay. Live DJ Tues-Friday. Bonus: You can find editions of newspapers not readily available at other similar venue businesses. They also have card decks and TV and its location makes it easy to board an light rail train to the airport or to take the Union Pacific train to locations north or south of Portland.
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If you're going to be in Seattle, take the Seattle Water Taxi from Pier 50 over to West Seattle's Alki Beach!

After you arrive either walk down Alki and explore the many great eating places or take a free shuttle up to the quaint city of West Seattle.

The cost of the Water Taxi is a real bargain at around 3 bucks and it's a great way to avoid driving and the hassle of finding parking!

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Seattle's gay pride parade is Sunday June 25th. Check it out if you're visiting the area then:hangloose:

[homoe]

Harley Davidson factory tours offer the chance to extraordinary people channel their pride and expertise into machines.

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The also used to offer tours at the Milwaukee plant. Not positive if they still do or not, but if so I highly recommend it.

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If you're going to be in Seattle, take the Seattle Water Taxi from Pier 50 over to West Seattle's Alki Beach!

After you arrive either walk down Alki and explore the many great eating places or take a free shuttle up to the quaint city of West Seattle.

The cost of the Water Taxi is a real bargain at around 3 bucks and it's a great way to avoid driving and the hassle of finding parking!

That's an awesome deal, homoe! $3 for the water taxi, almost unheard of, such a good price! U2 just put on an 30th anniversary concert at Century Link Stadium....sold out performance. So I imagine that traffic and parking issues for fans was at an all time high, the other day, *lol* :)

Thanks for the great tip about the water taxi!

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If you're visiting Seattle don't forget to check out the University District.

Independent used bookstores, the huge University of Washington bookstore, ethnic restaurants galore, movie theaters, shops, and much more!

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If you're in Seattle on June 29th stop by Seattle's Public Market and help celebrate the opening of the much anticipated Market Front expansion from 1 to 7 p.m. There will be an afternoon ceremony which includes Mayor Ed Murray, performances by local musicians, bites from Market Front vendors and activities to help visitors explore the new space.

[Kätzchen]

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If you're in Seattle on June 29th stop by Seattle's Public Market and help celebrate the opening of the much anticipated Market Front expansion from 1 to 7 p.m. There will be an afternoon ceremony which includes Mayor Ed Murray, performances by local musicians, bites from Market Front vendors and activities to help visitors explore the new space.

That looks like a great tourist type of activity....I won't be able to go, but definitely will check it out next time I'm up there, visiting friends in the area! :)

Ps/ this is located down near Elliot bay? Or is it located over by the Space Needle?

[homoe]

Actually it's the same as Pike Place Market right on 1st Ave downtown Seattle.

They have been working on an expansion of the rear that leads down to the waterfront and FINALLY have it completed!

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If you're in Seattle and enjoy art resumes check out S.A.M! They expanded a few years back and made it twice as big! They have odd hours so make sure to check them out before going.

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If you're in Seattle and enjoy art resumes check out S.A.M! They expanded a few years back and made it twice as big! They have odd hours so make sure to check them out before going.

Good to know! I've been there before. Totally L O V E D it.(f)

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If you're visiting Seattle and get thirsty head over to Von's 1000 spirts 1225 1st Ave! Enjoy casual dining on burgers, pizza & bar food in a tavern space showcasing a massive booze selection:hangloose:

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I think the sign says it all:hangloose:


236 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island,

[IrishAmazon]

With the trip some are making plans for I thought I'd toss a couple of "other" options if you up for venturing in Sin City. IF you do beware the drivers are NUTS! Taxi drivers in places like San Francisco have nothing on these fools.

The Neon Grave yard is history with the old signs from the strip and local land marks. The tour guides are well informed and makes for GREAT photos.
The Erotic Heritage Museum
The National Atomic Testing Museum
Fremont street is more like the old Vegas where you can walk down the street like in the 80"s and 90"s plus the Zip Line and street shows

If you want some thing more natural their is Mt Charleston (my personal fav) Including some locations you can pull over to walk an easy path to see the atomic rings that are still in the landscape.

Or Red Rock is a nice scenic drive hike or mountain climb depending on your skill set.

Recommended places to stay would be
Red Rock Casino
Suncoast Hotel & Casino
Aliante Casino + Hotel + Spa

Best Casinos to Win are the Station casinos, designed with locals in mind.
Not super fancy or pretty, very functional and great staff plus I think they have five locations

hope this is helpful

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If you're in Seattle and enjoy art resumes check out S.A.M! They expanded a few years back and made it twice as big! They have odd hours so make sure to check them out before going.

S.A.M. is great so is/was EMP they changed the name since I was last there MOP I think. There is a small art museum in Volunteer Park that I liked a lot too.

Feeling home sick...

[homoe]

S.A.M. is great so is/was EMP they changed the name since I was last there MOP I think. There is a small art museum in Volunteer Park that I liked a lot too.

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Yes, I think you mean Asian Art Museum

[IrishAmazon]

Yes, I think you mean Asian Art Museum
YES! That is what I mean,

I don't know how you leave the side notes but, Yes I did, well just out side of in Mukilteo

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If you're going to be visiting Washington state stop by Roslyn!

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AND if you're in Roslyn WA stop by Village Pizza at 105 W Pennsylvania Ave
Roslyn, WA! Nothing fancy but the people are great and so is the food:hangloose:

[homoe]

If you're anywhere near the SODO area in Seattle be SURE to stop by SliceBox Pizza at 1727 1st Avenue South! Went there yesterday and it was fantastic!

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If you're going to be in the Seattle area, check out Emerald Smoothies!
I believe this one is the bigger store on Broadway, but there are multiple locations throughout the city..

[Kätzchen]

If your anywhere near the Kearne's neighborhood, an interesting neck of the woods, stop by Allport Editions. They're a greeting card business that's been in business since the early 1980s, and they design all kinds of cards via the art of Indie artists.

https://www.allport.com/products/categories/75

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[homoe]

Thanks for the post :hangloose:


I have never been there BUT I've order a ton of cards from them! This is the type of store that I could spend hours in, so when I go I shall either go alone or with someone who loves cards as much as I!

[Kätzchen]

If you find yourself in need of a safe and beautiful place to stay, during a visit to Seattle, Wa., then I highly recommend .....

The Inn at Virginia Mason.

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I've reserved lodging for my stays in Seattle at this charming and unique location. BONUS: Should you need nursing or doctors care, the hospital is right there. In fact, I learned that thus place was a place provided for people to stay who might have a loved one in an emergency extended hospital stay, situation. It's lovely. There is an high presence of security and professional medical personnel.

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If you're in Seattle take a ferry ride and head over to Bainbridge Island!

If you want to have a nice little picnic lunch down by the gazebo, stop into Town and Country Market at 343 Winslow Way E! Cheese, grapes, bread, hot deli foods, they have it all plus a great selection of wines and beer!

[Kätzchen]

If you're ever in the Seattle-Tacoma area, be sure to drop by the Bridge of Glass, which connects to the Glass Museum, and to other cultural exhibits in the area. Dale Chihuly is a legendary glass blowing artist, and his exhibits are breath-takingly gorgeous.

https://museumofglass.org/outdoor-art/chihuly-bridge-of-glass

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Sea Foam Pavillion, Bridge of Glass

[Kätzchen]

If you ever find yourself in southern Oregon, here is a great place to stop to eat a wonderful homemade meal or have a fabulous slice of pie. It's located on Hwy 62, in a tiny town called Prospect, Oregon. It's near Crater Lake, Diamond Lake, and if you talk with locals, you can be given directions on how to find natural hot springs locations, nearby.

Beckie's Pies is a favorite place to dine. Check.out their website for more info and or to book reservations.

http://www.unioncreekoregon.com/pies/

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[Kätzchen]

My favorite place to stay at the coast is The Purple Moon Inn.

It's close by to Chinook Winds Casino, and sits on the north end of the coastal community in Lincoln City, Oregon.

There are 3 suites. I've stayed in each one, they're simply beautiful and very charming. There are lots of places to shop for local art, kites, smoked salmon, and it's also home to Mo's Seafood & Chowder Restaurant..... very yummy food....which, Mo's sits on the southerly side of town, down by Siletz Bay. On any day, you can watch sea lions basking across the inlet and hear the pounding ocean surf.

Purple Moon Inn

3231 NW Inlet Ave, Lincoln City, OR 97367
(541) 994-2324

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J'aime les Crepes Creperie 11264 WA-104, Kingston WA

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I have only posted two places I haven't been to personally now this makes three!

Has anyone ever been here, and if so is the pizza as good as Gayle King raved about in the last issue of Oprah?

[Kätzchen]

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Presents of Mind

Located in the heart of the eclectic Hawthorne district of Portland, Oregon this unique card and gift giving shop offers the most unique cards, post cards, stamps, stickers, jewelry and other notions which make purrfect gifts for those on your mailing list or that special someone in your life!

[Kätzchen]

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Blue Moon location

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Edgefield location

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Bagdad Theater location



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For those who enjoy pizza, burgers, salads, locally crafted brews or specially made non-alcoholic drinks, fabulous locations for a superb dining experience either alfresco or indoors. :)

[Kätzchen]

Blue Collar Baking Company
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Located downtown: at 319 SW Pine Street (corner of SW 3rd & Pine), in Portland, Oregon (97204).

Offerings: cookies, coffeecakes, scones, baked from scratch pastry trays & cookies gift boxes for any occassion, cogfee, tea, Panini, and Bonus: free WIFI. DOUBLE BONUS: Gay owned and LGBTQ employees and clientele base of customers.

Phone: (503) 227-3249
Web: www.bluecollarbaking.com
Owner, head baker: Warren Becker (pictured below).

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612 S Lincoln St, Port Angeles WA

Sidebar: There are several West Side Pizza around these small towns, each is a bit different! IMHO Port Angeles is the best by far!

[Kätzchen]

Located in downtown Portland (at the foot of Burnside Bridge), and in their new second location in the Kerns neighborhood close-by to Allport Cards, is the lovely and fabulous doughnut KINGS of the Pacific Northwest, Voodoo Doughnuts.

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Web: https://www.voodoodoughnut.com/

[homoe]

Of course the donut I'd love has to have the smutty name...:seeingstars:


Donuts AND AllPort cards all within distance of each other, how lucky can one girl get.....

[Kätzchen]

Of course the donut I'd love has to have the smutty name...:seeingstars:


Donuts AND AllPort cards all within distance of each other, how lucky can one girl get.....

PROOF that wishes DO come TRUE. :giggle:

[homoe]

PROOF that wishes DO come TRUE. :giggle:

So true So true indeed........:hangloose:

[Kätzchen]

Soapstone Woodland Retreat

Out on the northern coastline, inland - up in densely forested areas, sits a lovely property, where one can book a stay for R & R. It's Lesbian friendly accommodations. A dear Lesbian friend of mine is an close friend of the owner. I've even stayed here once. It's gorgeous, and the surroundings are breath taking. It's not far from Nehalem, Oregon. Five star service. Five star food preparations. Cheryl Strayd once stayed here as a guest, among other renowned guests.

LINK: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/2442083

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Looks yummy (both the house and the food)!!!

[homoe]

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Mary says their white chocolate popcorn is addictive!


833 Bay St, Port Orchard, WA 98366

[Kätzchen]

Memento pdx

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Location: 3707 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Portland Oregon 97214
Phone: (503) 253-1257
Website: www.mementopdx.com/

Memento pdx specializes in cards, gifts, perfumes, cosmetics, locally crafted art and textiles. I often buy cards, post cards and perfume at this business. I've bought 3 of the several scented perfumes made by Pacifica (Lotus Blossom, Hawaiian Ruby Guava, and Bali Lime Papaya).


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[Kätzchen]

Music Millenium

Location: 3158 E. Burnside Street, Portland Oregon 97214
Web: www.musicmillennium.com

If music is your thing, be it vinyl records, posters, contests to win tickets to concerts, band memorabilia (hey, I bought a super cool WW sticker here!), or your taste for certain types of music is hard to find, then check out this locally owned business, which originally opened its doors back in 1969.

Bonus: It's located in the gorgeous neighborhood of Laurelhurst Park, they've got an expansive music catalogue (nearly unheard of these days), and among other artifacts if interest, not shown on the website, *lol*, they specialize in hard to find, one of a kind, *post cards*. You have to go in person to view the assorted cards they currently stock. Most all cards the carry are priceless treasures that you just can't find anywhere but at their store. :balloon:

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[Kätzchen]

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Kah-Nee-Ta Resort & Spa

Located on the high desert, past Mt. Hood, somewhat near Madras, Oregon is an resort located on tribal lands of the Warm Springs Indian Reservation. Amenities include an unique spa of warm spring pools guarded by sculptures of Bear. The lodge and casino are not far from the spa. My favorite treat to get after soaking in the hot springs fed pools is Indian Fry Bread with Marionberry jam. Omg, it's a meal by itself and oh so scrumptious. Of course, to get there, you'll need to think carefully about the mileage per gallon of gas your car uses because the last place to get a reasonable price for gasoline is in Sandy (which is before you go up and over Mt. Hood). Otherwise, gasoline at small service stations nearest the resort is....fairly expensive. The pines on the high desert are idigeneous to the terrain. Red lava rock lines the ages old roads to drive on to the reservation. You will most likely notice the subtle hints of desert sage, pine, and other interesting vegetation scenting the air. And,,,,,, it's home to antelope, eagles, and bear and other ruminants living in the woods.

Word to the wise: cell tower service is limited in this area. Go in the summer to late fall to enjoy it at peak season. There's nothing like the scent of desert rain at Kah-Nee-Ta. :stillheart:

Web: www.kahneeta.com


(Image courtesy of Travel Oregon).

[homoe]

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I just noticed I forgot to post the location for this...just ate there last Thursday and it was wonderful......

4120 Harborview Dr Gig Harbor, WA

[Kätzchen]

In Other Words

This unique women's center used to be located in the Hawthorne dist. of Portland Oregon, but now finds its home in the Albina neighborhood, deep in the northeast sector of Portland. It's a place for feminists and Lesbian members of the community to gather and plan projects of outreach to others in the greater Portland area. I once used to drop by the original Hawthorne location to browse books or magazines or buy post cards or attend gatherings. At heart of the organization's mission is the fact that they are an independent book store, carrying books which center upon women's issues and more importantly, Lesbian issue's. They host events and also provide other resources for feminists and Lesbian's, alike.

Web: https://inotherwords.org/

See Website for further contact details.

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[Kätzchen]

Portland Center for Arts & Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

Loacation: 1111 SW Broadway Portland, Oregon 97205
Phone: (503) 248-4335
WEB: www.portland5.com/

This organization is located in the heart of downtown Portland. It's purpose is to host live theater performances (plays), provide venue for concerts and arts. Arlene Schnitzer concert hall is close by and hosts special venue for major music attractions. It's a beautiful place to visit! For more info on current activities or other things of interest, please visit their website for full details.

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[BullDog]

Portland Center for Arts & Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall

Loacation: 1111 SW Broadway Portland, Oregon 97205
Phone: (503) 248-4335
WEB: www.portland5.com/

This organization is located in the heart of downtown Portland. It's purpose is to host live theater performances (plays), provide venue for concerts and arts. Arlene Schnitzer concert hall is close by and hosts special venue for major music attractions. It's a beautiful place to visit! For more info on current activities or other things of interest, please visit their website for full details.

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Kätzchen, thank you so much for posting all the great Portland sights, it brings back so many great memories, especially Arlene Schnitzer concert hall, since I used to work for the Oregon Symphony. It is such a beautiful, historic hall to hear the symphony or other concerts at. In fact, I was just looking at the upcoming season for the Oregon Symphony earlier today. I don't live in Portland anymore and don't know if I will be able to, but would love to catch a concert this season!

[Kätzchen]

Kätzchen, thank you so much for posting all the great Portland sights, it brings back so many great memories, especially Arlene Schnitzer concert hall, since I used to work for the Oregon Symphony. It is such a beautiful, historic hall to hear the symphony or other concerts at. In fact, I was just looking at the upcoming season for the Oregon Symphony earlier today. I don't live in Portland anymore and don't know if I will be able to, but would love to catch a concert this season!

I saw that the symphony has a good season ahead!

If by chance I am lucky enough to hear a performance, I'll post about it out on the boards, Bulldog!

[Kätzchen]

.....Frank's Noodle House.....

Located at 822 NE Broadway in Portland, Oregon 97232, is a house which is home to some of the finest homemade, hand pulled Chinese noodles, you'll ever eat, or dine on Korean BBQ cuisine.

Bonus: you can call ahead for an order to go, as takeout, or you can dine inside this cosy Craftsman house. :)

Web: www.franksnoodlehousepdx.com

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[Kätzchen]

Portlandia Sculpture (1985)

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Portlandia sits on the eaves of the Portland Building, located at: 1120 SW 5th Avenue. The copper sculpture is second largest in the United States behind the Statue of Liberty in NYC.

To read more about Portlandia, here's a link:
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[Kätzchen]

White Stag

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This landmark sits atop the very old White Stag building in what's known to locals as Old Town China Town district, at 70 NW Couch Street, which is close by to Burnside Bridge. It's the last icon of an sportswear industry, vital to the region as well as nationally, from 1957 - 1997. The sign was registered with the National Historical Society, back in 1977.

[Kätzchen]

.....Jaciva's.....

Located at 4733 SE Hawthorne Blvd., Portland Oregon 97215, this bakery has been around for more than 20 years.
Jaciva's specializes in cakes, pastries, and chocolates.

WEB: www.jacivas.com

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[Kätzchen]

Helen Bernhard Bakery

WEB: www.helenbernhardbakery.com

Located at 1717 NE Broadway Portland Oregon 97232, this bakery has been in the Bernhard family for at least two generations, since 1924. The bakery is situated in the Irvington neighborhood, which is close to the Hollywood district. Helen's son Dave, passed away a few years ago but I knew Dave and his wife personally. Specialties of this bakery are To Die For breads of all kinds, particularly breads made in German tradition. Cinnamon rolls, cakes, cookies, and Apple Strudel..... omg, so yummy. Check them out, when you visit Portland. You won't be sorry. :balloon:

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[Kätzchen]

Pittock Mansion

Located in the swanky west hills of Portland Oregon sits atop the skyline of Portland a French Renaissance château. ...which offers personal guided tours and expansive grounds with birds eye views of the greater Portland city area and Mt Hood. Spend a day finding out the history of the family who once built it and lived in it and subsequent ownership by other interesting socialites. I think it's one of the most romantic city offerings we have in Portland.... not far from Pittock Mansion is the Rose Gardens. It's also just as romantic and beautiful. Both historical landmarks are favorite locations for weddings and especially for Winter Holiday festivities.

WEB: http://pittockmansion.org/mobile-home/

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[homoe]

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All I can attest to are the sandwiches, they were delicious........



Freshy's California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116

[Kätzchen]

.....Russell Street Bar-B-Que.....

WEB: www.russellstreetbbq.com

This restaurant is the closest to Southern cuisine you'll ever find in Portland Oregon. They have two locations : their flag ship restaurant is located on NE Russell Street and their newest location is in the SE Belmont neighborhood. They serve THE BEST Ribs, Steaks, and other favorite foods native to home style Southern cooking. Corn bread, beans, salads and even certain desserts, which are made fresh daily, by utilizing organic produce and naturally raised meats, all locally, to keep their carbon foot print small.

Bonus: you can call and order ahead, take out is available, I'm some cases you might need to make reservations, they are open late at night, and I think one can request catering services, too. Check em out, their baby back ribs are SO incredibly melt-in-your mouth, delicious! :balloon:

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[Kätzchen]

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For a look at this area, click on the link above (it's a gigantic picture :blush: )


Located mid-state, past Sun Valley , Idaho, lies the most beautiful range of mountains..... to get there, stay for a few days in Sun Valley, do a little shopping, stock up on some water and get an ice chest full of deli foods, then take the back roads up into the Saw Tooth's. If you have time, visit Red Fish Lake and stay at the lodge. It's so very beautiful....truly.

[Kätzchen]

Marsee Bakery

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WEB: http://marseebaking.com/

Located in inner-northeast Portland @ 9100 N. Vancouver Avenue Portland, Oregon 97217, Marsee Bakery is home to some of the most exquisite cakes, pastries, cheesecakes, scones and breads. Their sour dough is made fresh daily from a San Francisco Starter mix. I buy it often because no other sour dough bread tastes like theirs. Call or visit their website for details to find an store or bakery outlet near you. :)

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[Kätzchen]

...Whistler...

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Never been here before, although my family vacationed once here, years ago.....maybe 30 years ago.

My parents and siblings stayed at the Whistler's Fairmont Château..... with other close family friends. I was ill that year our family vacationed there. I stayed with my grandparents, my mother's parents, while my family enjoyed Whistler.

Going to Whistler is my idea of a dream come true vacation. :stillheart:

WEB: http://m.fairmont.com/whistler/

[homoe]

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IF you're going to be in the Chicago area, don't pass this place up! Several locations throughout the city!

[homoe]

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If you're flying into Chicago's O'Hare field and are unsure of what mode of transport to take to get downtown, by all means take the blue line El train that runs right under the airport terminal station! TRUST me on this, ESPECIALLY if it's during rush hour! As you go sailing past the "parking lot" of an expressway hopefully you'll remember this post and smile to yourself!

With folks traveling this summer don't forget this tip, you'll thank me:hangloose:

[homoe]

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Well not so much as go there but do this I guess if you're not that familiar with the windy city! They give a tour as well as fun facts about Chicago and hop on and hop off privileges during any part of the tours

If you want to experience Chicago without all the headaches of traffic and expense of parking this is one way to go! One of the times I took this tour, the tour guide was a huge movie buff and every time we pass anywhere that they had shot any part of a movie he made mention of it....

[homoe]

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I have not personally been here YET, but I've ordered enough cards that I'm on a first name bases with most of the staff.....

Address: 716 NE Lawrence Ave, Portland, OR

Miss Katz any chance this is close to your neck of the woods? Perhaps we could go together and maybe stop for lunch sometime?

[Kätzchen]

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I have not personally been here YET, but I've ordered enough cards that I'm on a first name bases with most of the staff.....

Address: 716 NE Lawrence Ave, Portland, OR

Miss Katz any chance this is close to your neck of the woods? Perhaps we could go together and maybe stop for lunch sometime?

Yesh..... :eyebat: ..... we should do that.


I would love to go on the tour with you, homoe, and lunch too. :balloon:

[homoe]

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430 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Sidebar: This is on the lower underground portion of Michigan Ave.

[Kätzchen]

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430 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611

Sidebar: This is on the lower underground portion of Michigan Ave.

OMG, I wanna go here for supper.

<<<<~~ Loves Cheeseburger's, soda, and Billy Goats (especially Billy Goats stranded on a cliff near waterfalls)

:blush: :balloon: :eyebat:

[homoe]

OMG, I wanna go here for supper.

<<<<~~ Loves Cheeseburger's, soda, and Billy Goats (especially Billy Goats stranded on a cliff near waterfalls)

:blush: :balloon: :eyebat:

You might want to go for lunch..the crowd from the Chicago Tribune rushes and and they are a sight to see in and of themselves! Food isn't anything special but it'll fill you up and then it's just a short walk down for dessert at Garrett's Popcorn!

Don't be disappointed if you don't see any billy goats....I think the city of Chicago has a regulation against them being in the city UNLESS of course there is one roaming around out in Wrigleyville!

[homoe]

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Don't forget to check out the Mezzanine Level! You reach it by going UP to the second level then going DOWN an escalator.

There used to be some neat stores down there at one time, not sure now, as it's been awhile since I've been there.

[Kätzchen]

You might want to go for lunch..the crowd from the Chicago Tribune rushes and and they are a sight to see in and of themselves! Food isn't anything special but it'll fill you up and then it's just a short walk down for dessert at Garrett's Popcorn!

Don't be disappointed if you don't see any billy goats....I think the city of Chicago has a regulation against them being in the city UNLESS of course there is one roaming around out in Wrigleyville!

Adds all your Chicago insightful ideas to the dream vacation list! :balloon:

*thank you homoe* :rrose:

[homoe]

If you're looking for a decently priced hotel and want to be on Chicago's north-side in the heart of Boys Town, please check out Hotel Versey! It's just been newly refurnished!


Hotel Versey
644 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (773) 525-7010

[kittygrrl]

Christos on Alki Beach is a great place to share some lunch or a late date appetizer with really good coffee..the view is amazing...
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[homoe]

Christos on Alki Beach is a great place to share some lunch or a late date appetizer with really good coffee..the view is amazing...
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Been there, and what's even better now, they added those garage type doors that open up the restaurant's front dining area to get even a better view!

[homoe]

If you're looking for a decently priced hotel and want to be on Chicago's north-side in the heart of Boys Town, please check out Hotel Versey! It's just been newly refurnished!


Hotel Versey
644 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60614
Phone: (773) 525-7010

This hotel is just a short ride away from Wrigley Field as well, so book early during baseball season..............

[homoe]

This hotel is just a short ride away from Wrigley Field as well, so book early during baseball season..............



I've done a bit of research and it now appears this has become one of the new trendy "boutique" hotel that are springing up everywhere lately!

[homoe]

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Even if you can't score a ticket to a Cubs game, take in the excitement around Wrigleyville...........

[homoe]

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Frans Chocolate 1325 1st Ave, Seattle

[homoe]

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If you're going to be in the Seattle area with kids and you're from a place that doesn't have a GameWorks, check out Seattle's at 1511 7th Ave.

[Kätzchen]

Potbelly Sandwich Shop

If you're ever in Portland or Seattle, and you want a great breakfast or lunch, look up Potbelly Sandwich Shop. Everything is made fresh daily: breads, salads, soups and if you are vegan or vegetarian, they are able to accommodate easily. Prices are reasonable, service is great, and you can even get freshly baked cookies, smoothies or old fashioned shakes or malts.

Link: https://www.potbelly.com/

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[Kätzchen]

If you're visiting Portland, Oregon and you're looking for a great way to go visit Multnomah Falls or Rooster Rock, then plan your trip via the luxury bus line service which departs Gateway Transit Center and is a collaborative metro area project in cooperation with TriMet.

Check their website for daily scheduled trips. It's economical, and exceptionally convenient. Ride out to Multnomah Falls on am early departing route, stay all day and hike, then return on an evening departure returning back to Gateway Transit Center.

LINK: http://columbiagorgeexpress.com/

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[Kätzchen]

***** bumping this thread for .... homoe ..... :balloon: *****

[homoe]

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Von's Roasthouse was in business for 25 years at 7th and Pine Street in Seattle!

A few years ago they changed their name to Von's 1000 Spirits & moved to a location at 1225 1st Ave. If you're ever in the Downtown area of Seattle don't miss this gem!

Even if you don't drink, stop in just to give your barking dogs a rest from all the sightseeing you've done and perhaps have a bit to eat!

[kittygrrl]

Pike Place Chowder and prepare to be amazed..if you're into chowder- great place to take a date, homoe---------j/s:|

[homoe]

Pike Place Chowder and prepare to be amazed..if you're into chowder- great place to take a date, homoe---------j/s:|

So sorry to say I'm not a fan of the Clam Chowder..:|

[kittygrrl]

So sorry to say I'm not a fan of the Clam Chowder..:|

omg homoe..you don't like seafood?!? What a shame:confused:

[homoe]

omg homoe..you don't like seafood?!? What a shame:confused:



Oh don't get me wrong I love fish n chips and shrimp! I thought you were just suggesting the clam chowder:blink:

[Kätzchen]

Marination Ma Kai

WEB: http://marinationmobile.com/

If you're ever in Seattle or over in West Seattle, I've heard that you can find awesome food entrée's which feature an Asian Fusion blend of Hawaiian & Korean blend of cuisine. Close friends of mine (Heidi and her husband) just dined at the location closest to Cornish University because their oldest son is beginning his freshman year at that school. Anyway, they say this type of cuisine is very tasty. They had Kahlua Pork Sliders and Spicy Pork Tacos and house made Kimchi.

I like to try certain spicy cuisine, so I may try out Marination Ma Kai one day. Especially the Kahlua Pork Sliders. Sounds yummy to me. :)

West Seattle Alki Beach location shown below:

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[homoe]

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Going here! It closed after 56 years so sorry to say!

[Kätzchen]

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Going here! It closed after 56 years so sorry to say!

Oh NoOoOooo! Say it isn't so!!!!! :shocking:

And I just LOVE LOVE LOVE pancakes too..... :bigcry:

[homoe]

Oh NoOoOooo! Say it isn't so!!!!! :shocking:

And I just LOVE LOVE LOVE pancakes too..... :bigcry:

NO PANCAKES FOR YOU, nor anyone else it appears..

[kittygrrl]

NO PANCAKES FOR YOU, nor anyone else it appears..
There was this wonderful french boulangerie in Wallingford..the best French pastry ever...gone..so sad..

[Kätzchen]

T E O T E


Located at 1615 SE 12th Avenue in Portland Oregon (97214), TEOTE offers patio dining outdoors or comfy indoor dining. They serve Latin American Venezuelan cuisine. TEOTE means "end of the journey".... and is understood as a place to confront truth, to rest and reflect, and renew oneself. They offer gluten free foods, and amazing corn cake which comes with every dish.

website: http://www.teotepdx.com/


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[Kätzchen]

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Von's Roasthouse was in business for 25 years at 7th and Pine Street in Seattle!

A few years ago they changed their name to Von's 1000 Spirits & moved to a location at 1225 1st Ave. If you're ever in the Downtown area of Seattle don't miss this gem!

Even if you don't drink, stop in just to give your barking dogs a rest from all the sightseeing you've done and perhaps have a bit to eat!

Several years ago, back in 2013, when I last visited Seattle, I wonder if they were still at 7th & Pine..... because if so, I think I had a salad there, the afternoon of the 40th anniversary held in the penthouse suite of Columbia Tower. I'm almost certain it was VOn's.... good times, for sure! :balloon:

[homoe]

They have a FANTASTIC salad.........Von's Signature I believe is the name of it!

[homoe]

Marination Ma Kai

WEB: http://marinationmobile.com/

If you're ever in Seattle or over in West Seattle, I've heard that you can find awesome food entrée's which feature an Asian Fusion blend of Hawaiian & Korean blend of cuisine. Close friends of mine (Heidi and her husband) just dined at the location closest to Cornish University because their oldest son is beginning his freshman year at that school. Anyway, they say this type of cuisine is very tasty. They had Kahlua Pork Sliders and Spicy Pork Tacos and house made Kimchi.

I like to try certain spicy cuisine, so I may try out Marination Ma Kai one day. Especially the Kahlua Pork Sliders. Sounds yummy to me. :)

West Seattle Alki Beach location shown below:

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OMG I just noticed this post! It's wonderful, I've eaten here MANY TIMES!
Sidebar: They started out as a food truck!

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Address is 5905 California Ave SW West Seattle WA


We ate here this past Thursday. They have a huge gay rainbow flag now hanging on the front of the building so I assume they are at the very least "gay friendly". We had the egg rolls (which are not spring rolls) and General Tso chicken. The egg rolls come with a unique tasting dipping sauce not the typical sweet and sour sauce. I switched to a hot mustard sauce to finish off my egg roll. To be honest the General Tso chicken was just average, but there are plenty of other items on the menu to order from.

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Come on people! Some of you's must have gone somewhere this summer! Please share ............

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Going here! It closed after 56 years so sorry to say!

Oh, btw this was the Melrose Cafe on Broadway in Chicago:|

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If you're around Pt Angeles check out Port Book and News at104 E. 1st Street.


Great new and used book section, newspapers, journals, gifts, and greeting cards! Don't miss the upstairs. Staircase is in the rear of the store.

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Odyssey Bookshop at 114 West Front Street in Port Angeles is loaded with goodies although it's a bit of a maze and not well organized!

Lots of stuff for kids as well as books, cards, postcards, and journals.

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Leavenworth, Washington Christmas Lighting Festival


The Christmas lights festival begins on December 1st, with activities and holiday bazaars and shopping local merchants until the 17th of December.

I've only been once, years ago, but it's a charming mountain community, with lots of things to do. Especially during the fall months....it's just gorgeous to spend an afternoon drive to see the beautiful trees and during Christmas, the festival of lights is simply breath taking with all its magical charm.

Here's an link to this year's calender of events:


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Leavenworth, Washington Christmas Lighting Festival


The Christmas lights festival begins on December 1st, with activities and holiday bazaars and shopping local merchants until the 17th of December.

I've only been once, years ago, but it's a charming mountain community, with lots of things to do. Especially during the fall months....it's just gorgeous to spend an afternoon drive to see the beautiful trees and during Christmas, the festival of lights is simply breath taking with all its magical charm.

Here's an link to this year's calender of events:


http://leavenworth.org/calendar/list/

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So funny you should post this! A few weeks past, the Sunday's travel section did a feature on this quaint little place!

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2501 Washington St, Port Townsend, WA

Except for lackluster coleslaw, everything was delicious :hangloose:

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2501 Washington St, Port Townsend, WA

Except for lackluster coleslaw, everything was delicious :hangloose:

This is Sea J's Cafe btw.........

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The Coffee & Tea Exchange

Address: 3311 N Broadway St, Chicago

You can buy as little as a quarter lb of beans or tea........

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Unabridged Bookstore..Veteran bookseller featuring a wide variety of general & children's literature plus LGBT titles.


Address: 3251 N Broadway St, Chicago

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He Who Eats Mud Unique selection of greeting cards, stationery, novelty T-shirts & gifts offered in a petite shop.



Address: 3247 N Broadway St (it's right next door to the bookstore)

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If you're flying into Chicago's O'Hare field and are unsure of what mode of transport to take to get downtown, by all means take the blue line El train that runs right under the airport terminal station! TRUST me on this, ESPECIALLY if it's during rush hour! As you go sailing past the "parking lot" of an expressway hopefully you'll remember this post and smile to yourself!

IF you're planning to head to Chicago for any play off games don't forget about this.............:hangloose:

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Yes, it is SO worth the wait.............:hangloose:

Several locations in the city and even one at the airport if memory serves me right!