About Jamie A
In addition to writing and taking photos during her trips, Jamie loves to find hidden gems, cheap eats, and kitschy Americana attractions. She hails from Oil City, Pennsylvania, went to college in the Finger Lakes Region of New York, studied abroad in Norwich, England, and moved to Boston in May of 2007. She also enjoys writing poetry and lyric essays, reading lots of books, being a foodie, listening to girl group tunes from the 1960s, crafting, and dinner parties with her friends.
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February 19th, 2008 by jamie a
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. Once you open a vacation fund, everyone can learn how to budget appropriately so they’re setting aside a bit from each paycheck.
They also provide a link to the , which offers more tips for penny pinchers who still want to hit the road, as well as a link to , which provides financial tips for normal folks.
Do you have tips for saving up for a big vacation? Let us know in a comment! Believe me, I’d love to hear some suggestions.
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February 14th, 2008 by jamie a
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It’s time for the again! From February 21-24, join the stars of the Food Network on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world for four days of food and fun.
This festival celebrates the Latin and Caribbean-inspired cuisine of Miami, along with celebrity chefs and top quality food and wine from around the world. Here’s the that’s just jam-packed with great events to attend.
All your favorite food personalities will be there, serving up the latest and greatest ideas in the world of culinary genius. From Anthony Bourdain to Giada De Laurentiis, you’ll certainly be star-struck!
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February 11th, 2008 by jamie a
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Perhaps Miami is an unlikely candidate to be on the cutting edge of the modern art scene, but The New York Times reports that the city shows that there’s art in its heart.
In the article the cultural mecca is explored, from the Art Basel Miami Beach festival to the Arsenal Mall, the nation’s first contemporary art shopping mall. Mr. Riley, the director of the Miami Art Museum says, “The Miami art scene is somewhere between young adulthood and late adolescence. It’s no longer a kid, but it’s still happy-go-lucky and trying to figure out what it wants to do with its future.”
There’s now over 70 galleries in the city, nestled in the Art Deco architecture, bringing the city to the edge of the glamorous contemporary art scene. There’s a complete guide to these galleries in the conclusion of the article, along with listings of design stores and places to party.
If you’d like to see the scene in slideshow format, check out also by The New York Times.
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February 8th, 2008 by jamie a
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If you’re up for some great nightlife in Miami, look no further than .
Home to the Oasis Restaurant, the Raleigh Hotel, plus tons of after-hours entertainment, it’s a great place to have fun. Enjoy fabulous cocktails in the Green Fairy Garden and then check out Absinthe and Gazillionaire’s Late Nite Lounge, two of the best shows in town featuring amazing acrobatics and hilarious hosts.
If you love dancing, there’s even DJ sessions for dancing under the stars Tuesday through Sunday nights.
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February 5th, 2008 by jamie a
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From February 14 -18, the Miami Convention Center will be hosting the .
In addition to showing the best in new state-of-the-art watercraft, the show will also have giveaways and contests, along with an awesome kid’s area in the Miami Beach Botanical Gardens. For more information, here’s the page, as well as .
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January 28th, 2008 by jamie a
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The Los Angeles Times recently published the article chronicling the area’s fantastic history.
The guide focuses on individual hotels, their histories, and their place in the world of Art Deco. It features well-known hotels like the Park Central Hotel, The Colony, and the Clevelander, all adding their individual beauty and charm to the area.
If architecture, historical landmarks, and art are some of your interests, with much more information than an article or books could ever offer. Get an up-close and personal look at these unique landmarks the next time you’re in Miami and who knows, you may even learn some history!
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January 25th, 2008 by jamie a
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TripAdvisor.com named Miami as one of the “Top Ten Saucy Beach Scenes.” Ranked at #3, Miami is known for being a great beach hangout during the day with its warm temperatures, but also offers a happening nightlife scene once the sun goes down.
For complete listings of the top hotels, attractions, and restaurants, check out TripAdvisor’s helpful Miami page for planning your own vacation to Florida.
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January 23rd, 2008 by jamie a
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The Los Angeles Times recently published an article that praises the Everglades as a national treasure. Entitled “Still Waters Run Deep in Florida’s Everglades,” the article follows the journey of reporter Thomas Swick as he discovers all the hidden treasures of the national park.
From mangrove to alligator, Thomas sees it all. He learns that the Everglades are the best place to watch the stars, take a walk on a winter’s night, and watch little green anoles scutter around in the underbrush. He meets Maureen, a Flamingo district interpreter who says, “It’s a gift to live this close. There are days when I drive home after work, change my clothes, and come back in the evening.”
After reading this article, you’ll be ready to experience this natural wonder for yourself. Our Go Miami Card offers a tour of the Everglades, which includes 6 hours of time in the park, including an air boat ride and a trip to the Wildlife Refuge.
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January 14th, 2008 by jamie a
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The loves to get children and young adults learning the game of golf. Every day after 3 pm, kids up to age 15 are invited to golf for free or take a free golf lesson, when accompanied by a paying adult. There’s also a free rental of Accu-Length clubs your youngsters to play a round so you don’t have to worry about finding your own.
The golf course was the winner of the Best Golf Course in Florida for 2007 by and the famous 18th-hole with its signature fountain was named one of the Top 100 Holes in the World by .
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November 6th, 2007 by jamie a
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Offering the best in hands-on interactive experiences, these kid-friendly exhibits are tons of fun for adults and children alike.
The Miami Science Museum features interactive exhibits for all ages, including explorations of dinosaur fossils, human DNA, and Newtonian physics. There’s also a planetarium, a wildlife center, and an aerial vision of Latin America through the eyes of a condor.
Climb a two-story sand castle, walk through a six-foot piggy bank, or try your skills as a television star all at the . Aside from their amazing year-round exhibits, there’s also an awesome !
At , experience the tropical wilderness by visiting flamingo lake, the serpentarium, the parrot bowl, and the everglades habitat. For even more fun, check out their .
Among the top ten zoos in the U.S., is a great place to visit with the whole family. You can see the largest Asian aviary in the states, as well as a wildlife encounter zone and behind-the-scenes zookeeper tours for both kids and adults.
overlooks the Biscayne Bay and offers amazing sea life shows daily. Meet Lolita the Killer Whale, Flipper the dolphin, and Salty the Sea Lion and learn all about these amazing creatures from the sea.
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