New York City Hotel Discounts on Sunday

August 25, 2008 · Filed Under Accommodations, Attractions, Travel Discounts, United States · Comment 

Did you know that many hotels in New York City are giving a 20-30% room rate discount on Sundays? And that’s not all! Depending upon the hotel, you can take advantage of discounted room upgrades, in-room massage, room service, and restaurant dining, as well a complimentary breakfast and more!

A detailed list of participating hotels and what they offer can be found at the nycvisit.com website, as well as a calendar of events so you can maximize this special indulgence by combining it with something special in Manhattan that day.

For more information . . .

For details about the Sunday discounts — http://www.nycvisit.com/sundaystays

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NRDC Offers Free Guide to Water Quality at U.S. Beaches

August 12, 2008 · Filed Under Family Travel, Recreational Activities, Safe Travel, Sports, United States · Comment 

Heading to the Beach?  See if it’s Safe

Could swimming at your favorite beach be hazardous to your health? Before you head off on that late-summer trip, let NRDC’s annual Testing the Waters report help you choose a clean shoreline to enjoy.

The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) rated more than 100 of the most popular beaches in the country based on their water quality, their efforts to keep clean, and steps they take to warn the public of any contamination problems. See if you might be swimming in troubled waters and share comments about your favorite beaches at YourOceans.org.

To view their free guide, go to the Issues: Oceans page at their site.  At the right of their screen they allow you to download the full report in PDF format.  But I suggest you check out the links below it first, which include the Table of Contents and the Individual States.  It’s easier to find what you want that way.

The NRDC “works to protect wildlife and wild places, and to ensure a healthy environment for all life on earth.”  To learn more about them and to find lots of “green” resources and tips, visit their home page at http://www.nrdc.org/

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Cape Fear: “Hollywood East”

August 11, 2008 · Filed Under Attractions, Entertainment, United States · Comment 

Did you know that Wilmington and North Carolina’s Cape Fear Coast is often referred to as “Hollywood East”?  That’s because North Carolina ranks as the third busiest film-making destination for U.S. film production.  Since 1983, more than 400 projects have been filmed here.  Who knows?  A chance celebrity sighting could occur while you’re shopping or dining or touring. 

A weekend of movie-making magic includes a guided weekend tour of EUE/Screen Gems Studios, the largest movie production facility east of Los Angeles.  There’s also a walking tour of downtown movie locations, including Sleeping with the Enemy, Blue Velvet, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Divine Secrets of the Ya-Ya Sisterhood, Weekend at Bernie’s, A Walk to Remember, and dozens more.  ($12 for adults; $10 for seniors/students/military; ages 6 and under, free.)

Also the Visitor’s Bureau offers free FAQ (Frequently-Asked Questions) sheets with self-guided tours to locations used in Dawson’s Creek and One Tree Hill.

For more information . . .

For the Hollywood Location Walk of Old Wilmington, call:  1-910-794-7177.  

The Visitor’s Bureau can be reached at:  1-866-266-9690.  Website:  http://www.cape-fear.nc.us/

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