http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:19:38 -0700 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:01:04 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Visiting-ancient-Roman-ruins-in-Ephesus-Turkey?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner There are few relics left from the ancient world that haven’t been surrounded by growing modern cities. If the city of Rome sets the example of how to merge past and present in a seamless quilt of history, then the Roman ruins at Ephesus, Turke... Europe Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:01:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m11d5-Visiting-ancient-Roman-ruins-in-Ephesus-Turkey?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Last-Minute-Halloween-Party-Guide-2009?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner On About.com, writer Kayte Deioma has posted a wonderfully comprehensive list of things to do on Halloween.  If you haven't already planned your Halloween adventure from this list, here is a list of events that haven't yet sold out.  Major ... Sat, 31 Oct 2009 12:46:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m10d31-Last-Minute-Halloween-Party-Guide-2009?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m10d15-Visiting-Alexandria-Egypt?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner   Few cities can boast a history as rich as Egypt’s Alexandria. Founded in 334 BCE by Alexander the Great, Alexandria grew to a power and prominence second only to Rome during the Hellenic Period.  Alexandria witnessed the birth and ... Thu, 15 Oct 2009 14:14:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m10d15-Visiting-Alexandria-Egypt?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m9d5-Things-to-do-on-Labor-Day-2009-in-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner     Photo by Jennifer Marlo A compilation of things to do for this years' Labor Day:Places to go: Visit CaliforniaDayTrips.com for a list of Amusement Parks, wineries, beaches and other destinations. GoLosAngeles.about.com &... Sat, 05 Sep 2009 14:53:06 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m9d5-Things-to-do-on-Labor-Day-2009-in-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Calico-Ghost-Town-sets-the-mood-for-Halloween?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner  Old Buggy wheel in Calico, Ca. Photo by Jennifer Marlo. Although there are an estimated 50,000 ghost towns in the U.S.A, Calico is one of the few remaining ghost towns on the West Coast of America. Calico’s rickety old wooden saloons, sh... California Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:23:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m9d3-Calico-Ghost-Town-sets-the-mood-for-Halloween?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m9d3-The-Utah-Shakespeare-Festival-in-Cedar-City?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner   The Adam's Theatre. Photo by Jennifer Marlo Fred C. Adams knew what he was doing when he set up a summer Shakespeare Festival in the middle of hot and arid Cedar City, Utah. A mere two hours north of Las Vegas, Cedar city is a hub for so... Thu, 03 Sep 2009 13:07:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m9d3-The-Utah-Shakespeare-Festival-in-Cedar-City?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m7d26-Visiting-Zion-National-Park-Utah?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner    Zion National Park, Utah. Photo by Jennifer Marlo. Having been designated as a National Park in 1919, Zion is the oldest of Utah’s seven National Parks. Zion is a portrait of Utah; bright red rocks glitter beneath an azure desert ... Sun, 26 Jul 2009 13:14:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m7d26-Visiting-Zion-National-Park-Utah?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Summer-hotel-deals-in-downtown-Los-Angeles-where-history-and-martinis-mingle?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner Downtown Los Angeles. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia. 20 years ago, most folks wouldn’t have dreamed of spending the night in downtown Los Angeles. Many hotels and freeway overpasses were reserved for vagrants and nomads; a “normal” w... Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:35:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Summer-hotel-deals-in-downtown-Los-Angeles-where-history-and-martinis-mingle?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Daytime-activities-while-visiting-downtown-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner Union Station. Photo courtesy of  Wikipedia. Downtown Los Angeles' rich and fascinating cultural history is best observed on foot.  If you are taking advantage of the great summer deals offered by hotels like The Biltmore, The Standard or ... Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:34:11 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Daytime-activities-while-visiting-downtown-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Evening-Activities-while-visiting-downtown-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner Chinatown. Photo courtesy of Wikipedia.  See an opera or concert at the Los Angeles Music Center.Experience the L.A. Philharmonic at the Walt Disney Concert Hall.See a show at RedCat.Catch some laughs at the Downtown Comedy ClubWatch a gam... Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:33:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Evening-Activities-while-visiting-downtown-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d14-2009-guide-to-celebrating-the-4th-of-July-in-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner  Independence Day fireworks. Photo taken by Marc Averette from Wikipedia. Celebrate Independence Day in style this year - with a plan! View evening fireworks from one of these trendy spots:   *The Castaway in Burbank Spectac... cheap lovin California 4th of July Sun, 14 Jun 2009 13:24:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d14-2009-guide-to-celebrating-the-4th-of-July-in-Los-Angeles?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d7-Biking-through-Venice-Beach-California?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner Perry's cafe. Photo by Juan Suarez and Jennifer Marlo. Known for its bohemian atmosphere, Venice Beach is anything but traditional. Street vendors offer everything from back massages to political bumper stickers. Fortunetelling palm readers line the... California Sun, 07 Jun 2009 23:06:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m6d7-Biking-through-Venice-Beach-California?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Dieting-while-traveling-Tips-for-eating-at-restaurants?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner  Monk fish and black rice at Barton G's in South Beach, Miami. Photo by Jennifer Marlo MexicanSkip the tostada, especially if it is your garden-variety deep-fried taco shell filled with refried beans, cheese and sour cream. Instead, orde... Healthy travels Fri, 29 May 2009 22:14:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Dieting-while-traveling-Tips-for-eating-at-restaurants?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Dieting-while-traveling-Tips-while-en-route?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner What you shouldn't be eating. Photo by Jennifer Marlo. While traveling by car: Avoid fast-food chains and opt for picnics instead! Before your trip pack a bag with a few plastic utensils, plates and napkins.   Shopping for picnics &ndash... Healthy travels Fri, 29 May 2009 21:43:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Dieting-while-traveling-Tips-while-en-route?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d21-On-a-budget-Places-to-stay-in-San-Francisco?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner Photo by Fred and Gerda Gober A San Francisco excursion doesn’t have to break your wallet. Today’s lower gas prices and a few insider tricks make San Francisco an excellent recession-friendly road trip.  Places to Stay:  ... California Thu, 21 May 2009 11:35:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d21-On-a-budget-Places-to-stay-in-San-Francisco?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d21-San-Francisco-on-a-budget?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner Alcatraz. Photo by Fred and Gerda Gober A San Francisco excursion doesn’t have to break your wallet. Today’s lower gas prices and a few insider tricks make San Francisco an excellent recession-friendly road trip. Budget friendly thing... California Thu, 21 May 2009 11:24:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d21-San-Francisco-on-a-budget?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d18-San-Francisco-on-a-budget?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner  Chinatown. Photo by Fred and Gerda Gober A San Francisco excursion doesn’t have to break your wallet. Today’s lower gas prices and a few insider tricks make San Francisco an excellent recession-friendly road trip. Here is a lis... Romantic dates cheap lovin Mon, 18 May 2009 12:55:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d18-San-Francisco-on-a-budget?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d6-Hike-through-Muir-Woods-in-Marin-County-California?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner   Sequoia trees in Muir Woods. Photo by Fred and Gerda Gober Strolling through Muir Woods is an exhilarating and inexpensive activity to engage in while visiting San Francisco. Muir Woods is a beautiful national park located about 30 minut... 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Romantic dates Sat, 02 May 2009 01:06:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m5d2-Visit-Solvang-and-Los-Olivos-in-the-Santa-Ynez-valley-for-a-budget-friendly-weekend-escape?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m4d28-Carmel-bythesea-is-a-perfect-summer-destination-for-girlfriends-couples-and-families-with-pets?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner A shop in Carmel, CA. Photo by Fred and Gerda Gober I’ve been a Carmel, California visitor since babyhood. After decades of family vacations I have developed a deep appreciation for Carmel; the city has charmed me in every phase of my life. Wh... Romantic dates Tue, 28 Apr 2009 13:11:31 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-2525-LA-Escapes-Examiner~y2009m4d28-Carmel-bythesea-is-a-perfect-summer-destination-for-girlfriends-couples-and-families-with-pets?cid=exrss-LA-Escapes-Examiner