Archives: 2009 May
Miami’s Best B-Movies
Remember how they remade Miami Vice into a would-be blockbuster starring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx? Whatever, it’s probably not that good, and it’s definitely an anachronism. These late-twentieth century masterpieces represent the heyday of Miami cinema, when it was all about pastel excess, conspiracies, and explosions.
6. The Specialist, 1994
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Tour the Puget Sound

Seattle’s aquatic surroundings lend the city its vintage maritime feel, and many of the area’s best attractions require steady sea legs despite being just a short drive from the airport and only a few minutes from downtown accommodations. Enjoy the local seafood, tour a Naval Destroyer, or act out your favorite…
Vegas for Kids

It’s often hailed as a playground for grown-ups, but Sin City contains some hidden gems that engage the whole family. From educational museums to dizzying rides, these attractions are the closest Las Vegas comes to Disney without actually replacing Elvis with the Mouse. And everything is conveniently within a …
Outdoor Seattle
While Rainier’s looming aspect presides over every Seattle trip, no West Coast vacation is complete without a healthy trek into the wilderness. Pick a weekend to hike through a National Park, ski or ride the Cascades, or celebrate biodiversity with some bears and moose.
Mt. Rainier National Park

Ambitious mountaineers will want…
The Best Ways to Spend Your Dallas Downtime
Whether you’d prefer to spend your Dallas time racing dragsters or touring a Nineteenth Century village, the following guide presents the city’s most entertaining options.
Zero Gravity Thrill Amusement Park

This thrills-only attraction promises “Extreme Rides for Extreme Family Fun!” Of course, they apply the term “family” in a loose and nontraditional sense;…
Nightclubs and Nightlife in Chicago
There are a handful of cities in the United States that are notorious for their nightclubs and nightlife and Chicago happens to be one of those happening hot spots. If you’re headed to the windy city for a night of fun you’ll want to check out at least a few of…
A Twin Peaks Tour of Western Washington
Fly the family into Seattle’s Sea-Tac airport and take a voyage along the western coast of the state to experience this unique twin peaks tour.
Grab your Diane Dictaphone, lace up your saddle shoes, and get your trusty log out of storage. This tour encompasses all those unforgettable Twin Peaks icons…
New York’s Best Outer Borough Attractions

Tourists arrive via JFK, LaGuardia or Newark airports and typically like to flock to Manhattan, which only seems like it has a monopoly on tourist attractions. But these are the best ways to get the full New York City experience. Don’t worry, we won’t send you to Staten…
Touring Boston’s Freedom Trail
While today’s Boston is a modern urban metropolis, some of its best attractions have existed as such for several centuries. The Freedom Trail, featuring the Revolutionary War’s icons and battle sites, is a must-see for any history buff.
The State House

Perhaps the city’s most recognizable edifice, the State House’s iconic gold dome…
Miami to the Keys

The far-off Key West is only a 3+ hour drive from Miami, and the islands between the two popular destinations house the country’s best beaches and recreation areas. Rent a car in the city and plot a southbound route on US 1, even if only for a day.
Key Largo

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