http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner en-us Sat, 21 Nov 2009 13:46:36 -0700 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:50:24 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Exciting-adventures-in-the-Rio-Grande-Valley?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Spanning approximately 100 miles along the northern bank of the Rio Grande River in Texas, the Rio Grande Valley possesses a long and interesting history. The first mapping of the area was in 1519 by order of Francisco de Garay, the then Gove... Cultural Travel Texas McAllen Rio Grande Valley Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:50:24 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d20-Exciting-adventures-in-the-Rio-Grande-Valley?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Kansas-cabins-offer-convenience-comfort-and-affordability-to-hunters-yearround?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner I love camping! Exploration of the great outdoors...enjoying meals al fresco and the brilliance of the stars overhead when far away from the city lights...its a little slice of heaven on earth! But don’t get me wrong, when the cold wea... Cultural Travel Kansas Accommodations Hunting Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:19:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Kansas-cabins-offer-convenience-comfort-and-affordability-to-hunters-yearround?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Renaissance-Resort-at-World-Golf-Village-offering-Fall-StayandPlay-Golf-Package?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner I’m not a golfer (well, miniature golf!) but I do appreciate all the work that goes into creating a beautiful course, and can feel the enthusiasm from those who love to play. Now through January 2, 2010, the newly renovated Renaissance... Florida Golf Accommodations St. Augustine Thu, 12 Nov 2009 15:03:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d12-Renaissance-Resort-at-World-Golf-Village-offering-Fall-StayandPlay-Golf-Package?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d9-Des-Moines-offers-a-wealth-of-military-and-sports-history?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Fort Des Moines It is impossible to talk about black history in Des Moines without exploring the story of Fort Des Moines. Built in 1901, the Fort was an unused U.S. Army cavalry post until the onset of WW I, when the Army finally succumbed... Cultural Travel Iowa Des Moines African American Heritage Military History Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:08:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Des-Moines-offers-a-wealth-of-military-and-sports-history?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d6-African-American-history-runs-deep-in-Des-Moines?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner In terms of African American history, Iowa has served as a broad backdrop in the Black struggle. Since the 1800s, African-Americans have lived in numerous cities across the state such as Buxton, Keokuk, Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, Des Moines and ... Cultural Travel Iowa Des Moines African American Heritage Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:38:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d6-African-American-history-runs-deep-in-Des-Moines?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d3-History-and-fun-in-Des-Moines-Iowa?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Situated in central Iowa, within eight hours drive of numerous cities outside of the state including Chicago, Indianapolis, Kansas City, Milwaukee, St. Paul/Minneapolis, Omaha and St. Louis, the city of Des Moines has a long and interesting histor... Cultural Travel Iowa Des Moines Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:22:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d3-History-and-fun-in-Des-Moines-Iowa?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d12-Free-winter-activities-in-San-Diego?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Photo courtesy San Diego Convention & Visitors BureauIf you’re like me, you can pretty have fun doing anything if you set your mind to it. And if the activity is free, well then, game on.Here are some fun and fabulous free activities going... Cultural Travel California San Diego Mon, 12 Oct 2009 15:35:54 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d12-Free-winter-activities-in-San-Diego?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d7-Chocolate-lovers-and-wine-enthusiasts-flock-to-Oakhurst-California?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Oakhurst Chocolate and Wine FestivalChocolate and wine lovers of the world unite! Your day has come! The gates of heaven on earth are open! Get your lips ready for the annual Oakhurst Chocolate and Wine Festival! Here’s the tasty scoop:&n... Cultural Travel California Festivals Wed, 07 Oct 2009 04:08:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d7-Chocolate-lovers-and-wine-enthusiasts-flock-to-Oakhurst-California?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d6-Exploring-Nevada?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Sunset helicopter tour over the Grand CanyonAnytime is a great time to visit Nevada, and if embarking upon a tour is part of your travel plans you might want to check out a new website design by Explore Nevada Tours.Check out the details that follow... Cultural Travel Nevada Grand Canyon Tours Tue, 06 Oct 2009 14:25:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d6-Exploring-Nevada?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d1-Follow-in-the-footsteps-of-10-Kansas-City-legends?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Harry S. Truman National Historic SiteKansas City is a great town – fabulous food, wonderful museums, great shopping and oodles of attractions. There is so much to see and do!Within all of the above, you can hone in on an area of interest and ... Cultural Travel Museums Missouri African American Heritage Multicultural Kansas City Presidential Museums Independence Jessee James Thu, 01 Oct 2009 11:10:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d1-Follow-in-the-footsteps-of-10-Kansas-City-legends?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d29-Rocktoberfest-German-celebration-is-back?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Photo courtesy Rock City GardensRock City’s annual German festival “Rocktoberfest” in Lookout Mountain, Georgia is coming soon, every Saturday and Sunday in October from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through October 25th. Experience the G... Cultural Travel Georgia Tue, 29 Sep 2009 08:32:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d29-Rocktoberfest-German-celebration-is-back?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d24-Whats-new-in-Tucson-the-Old-Pueblo?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Tubac Golf ResortI love Tucson! The city earned its nickname “Old Pueblo” from the presidio (“military post” in Spanish) that defined its borders in the early years.Today the city is a wonderful amalgamation of Native America... Cultural Travel Tucson Arizona Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:54:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d24-Whats-new-in-Tucson-the-Old-Pueblo?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d22-Oaseas-Resorts-Salutes-Members-of-the-Military-in-September?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner There are many ways in which we can support and celebrate the work of the men and women of the military. And believe it or not, it can be done through travel as well.Here’s a heartfelt salute to Panama Beach, Florida for supporting our troops.... Florida Panama Beach Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:45:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d22-Oaseas-Resorts-Salutes-Members-of-the-Military-in-September?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d19-Black-Point-Inn-in-Scarborough-Maine-offers-romance-packages-through-October?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Black Point Inn in Scarborough, MaineGolf and romance enthusiasts – Listen up! There’s a place for you in Maine, where you can enjoy your passion, each other, and the autumn season.Black Point Inn  is making fall escapes easy for go... Cultural Travel B&B Accommodations Romantic Getaways Scarborough Maine Sat, 19 Sep 2009 05:48:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d19-Black-Point-Inn-in-Scarborough-Maine-offers-romance-packages-through-October?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d17-The-Signature-at-MGM-Grand-in-Las-Vegas-offers-Naughty-and-Nice-Packages?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Junior suite at The Signature at MGM Grand, Las VegasThis year, “naughty or nice” comes early, and for adults only, in Vegas! The fabulous Signature at MGM Grand is offering a brand new Naughty or Nice package for the devil, or angel, in... Cultural Travel Accommodations Las Vegas Nevada Thu, 17 Sep 2009 03:55:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d17-The-Signature-at-MGM-Grand-in-Las-Vegas-offers-Naughty-and-Nice-Packages?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d14-Exploring-RichmondWayne-County-Indiana-via-the-Geocache-Trail?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Using Geocache technology to explore in IndianaIn some ways, I am a bit of a “technophobe” - resisting some of the new technological advances to do things “like we did in the“old school.” However, as a Travel Writer, it... Cultural Travel Indiana Richmond/Wayne County Geocache technolog Mon, 14 Sep 2009 06:42:42 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d14-Exploring-RichmondWayne-County-Indiana-via-the-Geocache-Trail?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d11-Hotlanta-is-cool-this-fall?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Arial view of Centennial Olympic ParkAtlanta is a great city that has a great deal to offer for both residents and visitors. Although the weather can be quite hot and steamy in the summer—ergo the loving nickname “Hotlanta”—i... Cultural Travel Atlanta Georgia Presidential Museums Fri, 11 Sep 2009 08:56:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d11-Hotlanta-is-cool-this-fall?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d9-The-best-of-two-worlds-at--Kanantik-Reef--Junlge-Resort-in-Belize?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Kanantik Reef & Jungle Resort in BelizeYou don’t have to ask me twice. I am ALWAYS ready for an island vacation! And in Belize? At an “eco-sensitive resort, built where the forest meets the sea?” Say no more! Where do I sign up... Cultural Travel Resorts Belize Wed, 09 Sep 2009 03:45:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d9-The-best-of-two-worlds-at--Kanantik-Reef--Junlge-Resort-in-Belize?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d6-Crested-Buttes-24th-Annual-Vinotok-Honors--Eastern-European-Roots--Autumn-Equinox?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner Photo courtesy Gunnison-Crested Butte Tourism AssociationAaaah, yes…although not yet by date, we are entering the fall season. And what better way to celebrate the change of weather, change of time and bounty of seasonal events and foods than... Cultural Travel Colorado Crested Butte Sun, 06 Sep 2009 21:47:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d6-Crested-Buttes-24th-Annual-Vinotok-Honors--Eastern-European-Roots--Autumn-Equinox?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d4-26th-Annual-On-the-Waterfront-Festival-in-Rockford-Illinois?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner On the Waterfront Festival - Rockford, Illinois When I think of On the Waterfront, I think of the great 1954 film about violence and corruption involving the mob and longshoremen, starring Karl Malden, who just died this year, and the late Marl... Cultural Travel Illinois Rockford Fri, 04 Sep 2009 15:04:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-742-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d4-26th-Annual-On-the-Waterfront-Festival-in-Rockford-Illinois?cid=exrss-Kansas-City-Cultural-Travel-Examiner