Festivals & Events

this seasons sporting events, concerts, and galleries

Hot Air Balloon Festival: Chambley France

Hot Air Balloon Festival: Chambley France

The largest mass ascent of hot air balloons took place recently at the biennial Lorraine Mondial Air Ballons rally in Chambley, France. Pilots from around the world lifted off in 329 balloons on 26 July.... 

The British Open 2009: Turnberry

The British Open 2009: Turnberry

This weekend golfs most prestigious tournament is taking place.  The Watson, appearing very calm and collected Open Championship at Turnberry has begun.  Always located in the British Isles (this year,... 

Happy Bastille Day!

Happy Bastille Day!

        Bastille Day Fireworks; Paris       Bastille Day is the French national independence day celebrated on 14 July each year. In France it is officially called Fête Nationale (”National... 

Le Tour de Frances

Le Tour de Frances

If you’ve been noticing a fair amount of cyclists on the way to work today you’ve been a victim of the July craze that is the Tour de France.  The Tour de France is the ultimate annual cycling event... 

World Cup 2010

World Cup 2010

Hey adventurous traveler, I know you’ve been waiting for a chance to visit South Africa.  What may seem a year away is just around the corner if you want to SAVE MONEY.  The U.S. Soccer team is making... 

4 Festivities for Your 4th of July

4 Festivities for Your 4th of July

National Independence Day Parade – Washington D.C. If you’re into large crowds then viva the July 4th with the masses and head to D.C. for the largest annual 4th of July parade in the country. ... 

Be a Part of Pandemonium!

Be a Part of Pandemonium!

Yes Pandemonium, Andy Murray is flirting with the possibility of being the first British tennis player to win Wimbledon in over 60 years.  The Scottish born right hander has been climbing the ranks and... 

Last Chance for U.S. Open Tickets

Last Chance for U.S. Open Tickets

  I live in the city, and with money being tight I have no time to take a real vacation this quarter.  WRONG, Be American!  Go out and enjoy the local destinations that are offered in our backyards.  ... 

Golf Zen: The Masters 2009 in Augusta

Golf Zen: The Masters 2009 in Augusta

There is nothing like a beautiful long walk among the pristine greens, shimmering water and subtle breeze…all to be ruined entirely by a little white ball.  Those of you golfers know exactly where... 

Jazz Fest Los Angels: JVC Jazz Festival at the Hollywood Bowl

Jazz Fest Los Angels: JVC Jazz Festival at the Hollywood Bowl

Summer is in full swing and the concerts are starting to heat up. If your thinking about heading to the Los Angeles area anytime soon nows the time to stop dilly dallying and to take a weekend get away. For...