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The Bluebird Theater in Denver, Colorado does not only have multi-levels to watch any music event, it also offers comfort, a bar and a balcony. What once was planned to be a movie theater has transformed through the years into a mecca for music lovers.

Retired Marine Sergeant Vincent Fitzgerald Brown reacts to the news of Iwo Jima's renaming.

Quartzsite Arizona, a town with a year around population of about 1,900 swells to close to a million during the months of January and February. Winter temp's are comfortable and dry, the perfect setting for people who want to escape the fowl weather of home.

Many parts of the country are experiencing the warmest winter in history, and the usual snow activities people enjoy have been delayed as a result. Not in Lake Placid, home of the 1980 Winter Olympic games!

The Lego Store in West Nyack, New York, is pure heaven for Lego maniacs of all ages.

Basketball in New York City is a very special, special thing.

Northern Manhattan may one day become the next Motown or Nashville. Duo collaborates, launches 207 Records and produce first c.d., Upstate Manhattan, a 13-song compilation of Inwood and Washington Heights recording artists in December of 2005.

Orlando is no longer the sand and scrub of the sixties. In addition to Orlando there are many "attractions within driving distance and the real estate opportunities are still affordable.

Branson, Missouri is a hugely popular entertainment mecca in Southern Missouri, nestled in the breathtakingly beautiful Ozark Mountains.

Ocean Shores is the Mecca for beaches here in Washington State.

The five pillars of Islam are profession of faith to Allah, Paying of alms, pilgrimage to Mecca, and fasting. The five pillars are followed only by Sunni Muslims and are the five most important acts of Muslim under Sharia law.

Not since the early 70's has the Iron Range been the focus of such large growth in the steel industry.

Listen to the Cockney Rhyming Slang

A look at a simple novel that set the foundation for a tourism mecca.

Snowshoe is one of the largest ski areas south of New England, with over 57 trails and over 240 acres to ski on.

"Representative Tancredo's extreme and counterproductive proposal to threaten Mecca and Medina fails any reasonable test for strategic viability."

Saudi Arabia is the home of Islam, where millions make their pilgrimage to Mecca every year.

With nightly parties, club-sponsored events, concerts, and VIP affairs, there's plenty to do and see in this multicultural mecca of Miami. Here's what's happening on Fourth of July weekend.

It is considered the gambling Mecca and the Disneyland for adults.

Truly a shopper's Mecca, the Prime Outlets in Williamsburg are but one piece of the puzzle that make up one of the most rewarding shopping experiences a savvy bargain hunter could imagine!

Owings Mills isn't a Gourmet Mecca, but you can find some great specialty cheese at low prices if you know where to look.

Bygone fashions are back. Savvy stylists know just where to look, as they resurrect yesterday's prized items. The primo spot for antique fashions is San Francisco, the vintage mecca of the U.S. Here's a look at our favorite vintage spots.

Chicago O'Hare Airport has grown from initiative to world's greatest travel mecca, experiencing growing pains in the process. A multi-part story.

Lake Buena Vista, in the Orlando area, is a vacation mecca with entertainment theme parks offering fun for the entire family. There is a wealth of fine restaurants in this resort town. Following are the best restaurants in Lake Buena Vista.

California is a Mecca for those seeking fabulous food, and the Los Angeles area has a wide array of dining experiences to choose from. Savvy diners go to the Santa Monica area for a combination of great food paired with a fun seaside experience.

Cleveland itself is a culinary Mecca offering something that many other cities do not, the option to avoid over-processed, cookie cutter chain restaurant dishes.

New York City is no doubt a shopping mecca for adults and teens, but we can't forget about the kids. There are several shops and boutiques that are specifically for kids.

Orange County is a large county south of Los Angeles in Southern California. Luxury hotels in this entertainment mecca are found throughout the county and the famous beaches. Following are the best hotels in O.C.

Tired of drafty, rigid movie theaters? Why not take your next "party" to the Starlight Drive-In movie theater. You may be surprised by how much fun going to the movies can be!

This is a shopper's paradise and a Mecca for those people who want the best fashions at bargain prices right off the shelves. I hope that you enjoy this guide of the great outlet malls in Las Vegas.

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Charleston, South Carolina is one of the most beautiful Southern cities and a Mecca for destination weddings.

I am pretty sure that when Ahmedinejad turns towards Mecca five times a day, he includes a little prayer for George Bush.

Navy Pier is a mecca of activities on the Lake Michigan shore in downtown Chicago. Following is an overview of the excitement going on at Navy Pier in February.

Orlando is an entertainmen mecca with restaurants that cater to vacationers. Looking for Oriental food? There are Asian restaurants featuring Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Polynesian and more. Following are some of the best Asian Restaurants in Orlando:

If you're celebrating Father's Day in Orlando this year, it's a good idea to break away from the Disney mecca and explore a little. Here are six activities to celebrate with this year.

Owner Patty Rothman teams up with consultants Gale Gand and Henry Adaniya

Colorado Springs is certainly not a fashion mecca like New York City or L.A., but there are some shops that carry hip styles if you know where to look.

Aspen, Colorado has long been the Mecca for skiing fans all over the world. Aspen encompasses the luxury, elegance, and style necessary to make the top vacation destination for serious skiers, families, and honeymooners.

Vintage clothing stress in Ventura, California are a way of life on the West Coast. Vintage clothing stores are a Ventura, California Mecca for cutting edge fashion in this fabulous and stylish city.

Vintage clothing stores in Fresno, California are a way of life on the West Coast. Vintage clothing stores are a Fresno, California Mecca for cutting edge fashion in this fabulous and stylish city.

Informal wedding dresses in San Francisco, California are abundant. Informal wedding dresses are available in many different bridal boutiques in San Francisco, California.

Asbury Park, a beach community made famous by Bruce Springsteen has become a new summer mecca for the East Coast LGBT crowd. This resort has been home to many historical and cultural moments, and with new life and investment, it's ready to reawaken.

Yosemite is a mecca for both the outdoor enthusiast; some of the most spectacular sights are found up high in Yosemite's breathtaking wilderness. One sight that stands above the rest-literally-is Yosemite Falls.

An exclusive club only open to practitioners of trickery and grand illusions, the Magic Castle is devoted to promoting the art and history of magicians past and present.

Vintage clothing stores in Long Beach, California are a great source for stylish clothing on the West Coast. Vintage clothing stores are Long Beach, California Mecca for cutting edge fashion in this warm and sunny city.

Vintage clothing stores in Milwaukee, Wisconsin are a Mecca for unique fashion in this conservative and friendly city. Standing out from the crowd is not an easy thing to do in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

The small town of Hoi An, Vietnam is a clothing shoppers' mecca. But shoppers don't come here for the designer labels. They come for the tailors. Best known for its custom clothing trade, every other store in Hoi An is a custom clothing shop.

Central Florida has long been a mecca for tourists, many of whom are looking for a quick and tasty meal between theme parks, water parks, and live shows. One universal taste tourists from around the globe tend to have in common is pizza.

The Caribbean is synonymous with hedonism -- from the mass tourist Mecca of the Bahamas to the off-the-beaten-path divers' paradise of Bonaire.

Baltimore may not be the mecca of live music, but there are certainly several spots to see a show. You can't go wrong with these three popular venues, all in safe neighborhoods.

If you answered yes, good luck telling your sob story to any fan of one of these 40+ plus schools who have never, ever, not even once experienced what it feels like to root on their beloved team at the mecca of collegiate basketball.

Most experts believe that the Newars were the original inhabitants of the Kathmandu Valley, high in the mountains of Nepal, a country north of India, but their origins are shrouded in mystery.

Albuquerque is a mecca for hot air ballooning. Most residents are so accustomed to balloons, they hardly give it a second thought, even when they land in their backyard.

While most people associate the Rocky Mountains with outdoor sport, many do not think of it as a cultural Mecca. Yet nestled near our mountains and lakes, the arts are alive and well in Summit County.

This is a story of an expat family's travel to South Africa's Sun City with their 1-year-old son.

The greatest architects of the mid-20th century left their mark on the small town of Columbus, Indiana.

Head toward Ypsilanti on Washtenaw, and you'll find a mecca of ethnic restaurants, one of the finest being Al Noor. The Chicken Tawook pita is consistently moist and flavorful, and it comes with a heavenly garlic-yogurt sauce.

Tourist mecca, Virginia Beach, Virginia, has so many summer employment opportunities that employers even hire and house young people for Eastern Europe to fill vacancies!

Central Florida is more than just a mecca for tourists; it is a fabulous place to live. Here are ten reasons to move to Central Florida.

With the excellent grapes that are being grown in St. James and the tasty wines that are being made from them, Missouri may one day be considered the Mecca of domestic wine production in the United States.

Charlston is swimming in a rich history that dates back to Revolutionary times and well before. The preserved buildings, streets, monuments and public sites are perfect for the many walking tours available here.

AudioCinema is a full service music facility in Portland Oregon that prides itself on quality productions on a budget for aspiring artists. Read this feature from Music X-Press Magazine by T.L. Strahota.

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Colorado is a mecca for golfing retirees and there are some private communities with world-class golf courses nearby.

A southern Mecca in the south, the capital of Georgia, and a gateway to exploring American history, Atlanta is designed for an adventure into the past.

West Virginia is filled with pristine wilderness and all of its wonders. Mosly a rurl and mining state, many don't relizer how many vacation and luxury resorts are available in the mountains. Skiing is a local sport.

Many times, gays and lesbians visiting and vacationing away from home do not find it to be always an easy and comfortable occasion. Many towns, cities and areas of the U.S. are not 'gay-friendly' and 'gay tolerant'...

With its world-class restaurants, relaxing beaches, and steamy nightlife, Acapulco has long been a mecca for American tourists. Here are the top resorts in the city of Acapulco.

A look at Denver's top five vintage furnishing shops

How women interact with eachother and how they become families without being blood relatives

Toronto is one of the most multicultural cities in the world and a great place to visit and enjoy - but what can you do in a single day to make this city near and dear to your heart? Read on and find out!

To be a good Muslim, one must follow the Five Pillars. These are the basic beliefs of the religion of Islam, and the foundation for living a life in harmony with the teachings of Allah, through the Prophet Muhammad.

Rosa Parks stayed in her seat on a Montgomery, Alabama bus at just the right time. Her act led to the changing of our national laws. Many other African-Americans had the same attitudes although they didn't become famous.

These amazing small musuems in Los Angeles won't take up your whole day, but they will occupy your whole imagination.

The intersection at Sixth and Lamar in Austin provides a unique shopping experience, from Whole Foods to Waterloo Record Store to Book People. The attraction is the center of the Warehouse District.

During the course of the last 30 years lobbying for legalization of marijuana has increased tenfold, yet no one has considered the possibilities of what the ramifications would be if such leglislation were to occur.

If you're wandering the streets of Paris after dinner looking for a little nightlife, or hiding in your hotel room to save money, then try returning to the area near Notre Dame.

Nostalgic historical Hotel San Carlos sits in the heart of downtown Phoenix. With it's glitz of the past and modern amenities , this rumored haunted hotel is a must for anyone in Phoenix!

No matter what type of concert experience you are looking for, New York City has a venue for you! From the hallowed tiers of Carnegie Hall to the graffiti splatter of CBGB's, there is something here for everyone.

Like any big city, Denver is home to many used book shops. But while they all have their perks, there are a few who stand out from the crowd.

You want to do something unique for the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. You also want a chance to win lots of money and have lots of fun doing it! Las Vegas, Nevada is the perfect spot for you.

The author's view of Hughes impact on Las Vegas

The famous are well known for trying to get away and relax. You can enjoy a vacation celebrity-style at any one of these four resort towns.

From exclusive art galleries to street markets and vendors, there are plenty of ways to spend your money in Guadalajara if you are looking for art and kitsch. Explore what Guadalajara, Mexico has to offer.

These beaches of the eastern Adriatic range from sandy to pebbled and from family-friendly to nudist, making for a diverse selection of beautiful shores.

The Swiss winter offers many opportunities to enjoy the world famous Alps. No other country in Europe offers more, and longer downhill runs than Switzerland. These eight Swiss ski locations have the longest runs in Europe that any snowboarder would enjoy.

Texans from all over enjoy the quaint, old-fashioned town of Old Town Spring, where Christmas decorations are plentiful and small-town charm has its place.

There is much to do in the Flint, Michigan area. Shopping, sports, concerts, and fine dining are all within a short distance away.

An overview of the rise of the Mahdi, a Sudanese Islamic Sufi who conquered the Sudan in the late 1800s.

A London wedding in a truly British venue can stand out in your guests memories for years to come. Your special day deserves a very special location, and London is a great place to find one.

Besides Half Price Books, which has multiple locations and can't be beat as far as price, location, variety; etc., here are five of the top used book stores in Dallas and Fort Worth, Texas:

The adaptation of Roman antiquity with the implementation of pagen Celtic styles proves to be crucial in identifying the concept of Irish identity when exploring the Book of Kells.

McDonough, Georgia is growing with leaps and bounds and so is its eating options. There are three main exits off Interstate 75 that will lead you into the heart of McDonough, but you need not venture far from the Interstate to satisfy a food craving.