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Seattle ranks 4th in top travel destinations

Four pastas from Altura Seattle ranks fourth in a recent list of top travel destinations by the Automobile Association of America (AAA.) AAA’s team of anonymous inspectors conducted on-site evaluations of nearly 59,000 hotels and restaurants across North America. The following is a list of their favorite lodgings and restaurants in the top 10 North […]

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Whale watching with tasty twist

Alaska Travel Adventures is offering a new whale watching tour that comes with a tasty twist. After departing from the downtown pier in Juneau, visitors will be treated to abundant whale sighting opportunities aboard a state-of-the-art, 48-passenger jet boat day cruise in Auke Bay. Knowledgeable guides will share information about the culture, history and outdoor […]

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Americans unsure about self-driving cars

A recent report from AAA reveals that the majority of U.S. drivers seek autonomous technologies in their next vehicle, but they continue to fear the fully self-driving car. Despite the prospect that autonomous vehicles will be safer, more efficient and more convenient than their human-driven counterparts, three-quarters of U.S. drivers report feeling afraid to ride in a […]

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TRAVEL: Spacious stay in Palo Alto

The Clement Palo Alto features 23 spacious one-bedroom suites in a contemporary residential-style atmosphere. Amenities include personalized concierge services, breakfast, lunch and dinner in an on-premise location of the guest’s choice. The Clement Palo Alto located across from Stanford University and next to the fine restaurants, shopping and spas in downtown Palo Alto. It is […]

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Take a California coast bike ride

Following lengthy review, organizers of the Arthritis Foundation California Coast Classic (CCC) Bike Tour presented by Amgen have announced a route change. This year’s 8-day flagship fundraising ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles takes place Sept. 9-16 and registration is currently open. The new routing is for days 3 and 4, and is a […]

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Carmel artist paints on large scale

From humble beginnings on a farm, to a Ph.D., and an internationally collected artist, there is an underlying theme that has resonated throughout artist Patricia Qualls’ life: the privilege of lifelong learning, hard work and perseverance. Qualls is a nationally and internationally known expressionist artist with art in collections in Switzerland as well as in […]

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Coast Abbotsford offers Fraser Valley retreat

The Coast Abbotsford Hotel & Suites is located within walking distance to a host of great restaurants, bars, and entertainment options in BC’s Fraser Valley. Even though it is close to everything, the hotel is situated on a serene, quiet hill. So, you get the best of both worlds: quiet and night life. The newly […]

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Ghosts at the coast comes to Seaside March 31-April 2

Do you believe in ghosts and other paranormal behavior? If so, then this event is for YOU! The 6th Annual Oregon Ghost Conference will take place March 31st – April 2nd, 2017 at the Seaside Civic and Convention Center. The Oregon Ghost Conference is the Northwest’s largest paranormal convention and attracts visitors from all across […]

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Fish Brewing cast net in Tacoma

Fish Brewing Company plans to open a new Pub & Eatery this summer on the Grand Plaza at The Shops at Point Ruston in Tacoma, WA. President Sal Leone notes, “It’s an exciting time here at Fish Brewing Co. With a long-standing history of showcasing our products with quality food at our award winning pub […]

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Big Sur woman finds fulfillment in Mexico

A lot of people dream of quitting the rat race, going off-grid and live in an idyllic tropical beach town, perhaps start a small business to keep the dream going. Cheryl Borek Harris actually did that — and then some. Harris, who lived in Big Sur for 27 years, found property in the tiny Mexican […]