New Free California iPad App and California Mobile Website for Smartphones
If you’re planning a trip to California, or just want to dream about it, you will love the new free California iPad app and California mobile website for smartphones.
The Visit California iPad app gives travelers everything they need to plan the ultimate California vacation with the following features:
- A “My Trip“ tool to create a personal itinerary based on recommendations from California’s travel experts, location-based information from Google Maps, and restaurant reviews from Yelp.
- A “Trip Journal“ to save notes and photos from the road. And the ability to share travel ideas and information on Facebook and Twitter.
- An enhanced version of the “California Official State Visitors Guide,” featuring videos, slideshows, and other unique content from the editors of Sunset magazine and Visit California.
Watch this video and then head for the iTunes App store and search for “Visit California.”
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How to Get a One-Day VIP Pass to the Tour de France 2012
For the first time ever, Discover France is offering one-day VIP behind-the-scenes access to festivities surrounding the famous bike race Tour de France from June 30 through July 22, 2012.
For 225 euros (approximately $299) a guest can access the VIP area in one of the many villages along the route, or for 270 euros (approximately $359) can board a bus on the finish line and join the festivities with a champagne toast.
Discover France Adventures is an Official Tour Operator to the Tour de France 2012. As one of only a handful of sanctioned operators, its guests will enjoy expert guide services, access to closed areas, vehicle signage and privileged parking access. The company offers a variety of multi-day cycling and non-cycling tours to choose from.
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Farm Sanctuary is the Perfect Family Travel Destination
Have you ever cuddled with a cow, given a pig a belly rub, or talked to a turkey? At Farm Sanctuary, you’ll get your chance! The rescued animals at Farm Sanctuary love greeting guests as much as you’ll love touring these unique sanctuaries. You’ll discover that farm animals are much like the dogs and cats we share our lives with, and here you and your family can discover a whole new world of affection, making this a perfect family travel destination.
Farm Sanctuary opened the country’s first shelter for abused and neglected farm animals in 1986. Today, the nonprofit operates shelters in Orland and Los Angeles, California, as well as Watkins Glen, New York.
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