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Blue Spring, Missouri

cruise — Thu, 22 May 2008 21:43:58 +0000

Blue Springs is a city located in Jackson County, Missouri.

Blue Springs’ history is tied to the migration of settlers on their westward journey. Pioneers found the area to be an ideal stopover due to the abundance of cool, clean water from a spring of the Little Blue River - hence the name Blue Springs. The presence of water and a need for pioneer supplies led to the construction of a grist mill and permanent settlement at the site of the City’s Burrus Old Mill Park, on Woods Chapel Road.

Blue Springs is a unique community where families, visitors and businesses share a special quality of life and an abundant spirit of community closeness and cooperation.

Local Celebrities (or should I say “celebrity”):

David Cook: Season 7 American Idol.

WHAT TO DO

Truthfully? Not much! But if you like the outdoors, you can relax in one of the many parks the town has to offer.

Adams Pointe Golf Course
Baumgardner Park
Blue Springs Park
Burrus Old Mill Park
Burrus Old Mill Skate Parks
Dog Park at Gregory O. Grounds Park
Franklin Smith School Park
Gregory O. Grounds Park
Hidden Valley Sports Complex
James Walker School Park
James Walker Skate Park
Keystone Park
Pink Hill Park
Rotary Park at Railroad Lake
Ward Park
Wilbur Young Park
Wood Chapel Park

You can also dine in one of its restaurants and shop around town.

The Dillingham-Lewis Museum
Blue Springs Lake: located 9 mi (15 km) from Kansas City. It is found in Flemming Park and is the only lake there with no restrictions on motor boats, so have fun!

Murray, Utah

cruise — Thu, 22 May 2008 01:35:46 +0000

Murray is a city in Salt Lake County, Utah, United States. It is part of the Salt Lake City, Utah Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 34,024 at the 2000 census. Its estimated population in 2004 was 46,558. Nearly all of the growth is due to an annexation of a portion of the Cottonwood West CDP. The City received its present name from the post office which officially changed its name from South Cottonwood Post Office to Murray Post Office in 1883 after the civil war general, Eli Murray. Eli Murray was a territorial governor of Utah from 1880 to 1886.

Famous residents

• David Archuleta, American Idol Season 7 winner is a resident of Murray, Utah.
• Britton Johnsen, NBA basketball player

Things to see

• Temple Square (Salt Lake city) is a beautifully landscaped 10-acre plot surrounded by granite walls in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City. The centerpiece is the six-spired Salt Lake Temple, which stands as the worldwide symbol of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Temples of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are not open to the public. Also located in Temple Square is the famous Tabernacle, home to the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, the Assembly Hall (which offers free music concerts year round), the Beehive House (Brigham Young’s former home), and the Lion House.
• Murray City Park. Murray sports a grand park with skating rinks, numerous fields, aquatic center and more.
• Jordan River Parkway. The Jordan River Parkway is on the west end of town, providing parks, golf courses.
• Mount Olympus. Murray offers full on views of Mount Olympus in the Wasatch Front.
• UTA Trax. Trax runs through the eastern side of town, giving Murray residence easy access to downtown Salt Lake.

In general, not much to see in Murray, but if you are an Archuleta fan, you can always go visit his high school!

Top 10 Hawaii Vacation Tips

cruise — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 21:31:09 +0000

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4	Packages Do consider a bundled travel package. This can save you money. We booked through Pleasant Hawaiian Holidays and had a good experience
3.86	Location, location, location Do ask about the location of your room or condo. How far to the beach? Is there anything obstructing the view?
3.83	Hawaii Exotic, romantic, and luscious, and yet it’s in the United States.
3.73	Romance Experience romance in Hawaii. It’s one of the top honeymoon destionations in the world.
3.67	Amenities Swimming pool? Tennis? Special events?
3.58	Beach Tip Get up early to avoid the crowds on the beach
3.56	Weather Great weather year ’round. We spend our honeymoon in December on Kauai and the temperature was over 70 degrees
3.25	Save money Stay somewhere with a kitchen and cook at least one meal a day.
2.87	Island Hop Visit several islands. Don’t forget Kauai, the garden island
2.83	Phones Avoid using hotel or condo phones. If you are bringing a cell phone be sure to check coverage

Best of Hawaiian Sea Life

cruise — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 21:16:00 +0000

The Hawaiian seas are full of life. If you like to snorkel, scuba dive or just like to venture out to see by boat, watch out for these typically Hawaiian species

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5	Kohola The Hawaiian Humpback Whale migrates yearly from and to Alaska. They return to birth in the warm waters of Hawaii.
4.5	Tropical fish Colorful, diverse. Hundreds of species, a full third of them native to these islands
4.5	Whale watching Ever seen a whale breach? It’s breathtaking
4.33	Dolphins Try to spot the Spinner Dolphin, the Spotted Dolphin or the Pacific Bottlenose
4	Hawaiian Monk Seal It’s estimated that there are only between 1300-1400 left in Hawaii.
3.33	Honu This is the Hawaiian green sea turtle. These can grow to 3ft and weigh up to 350 lbs.

Top reasons to rent a vacation home in Hawaii

cruise — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:32:40 +0000

There are many lodging choices on any of the Hawaiian islands. Each will have its pros and cons. Here we vote for the top reasons to rent a vacation home

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4.5	Save money on lodging Share a house and split the rental rates. If you do the math, you might find that this option will save you lots of money
4.27	Space & Comfort You can be much more comfortable in a home (even a condo) rather than a hotel room
3.83	Save money on food Unlike a hotel, vacation homes will have a kitchen. You can save beaucoup $$$ by cooking for yourself and your family
3.75	Privacy Ever been to a hotel to find out that the walls are pretty thin? In a home, you will not have direct noisy neighbors.

7 Things To Do on Kauai

cruise — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:05:30 +0000

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5	Honeymoon That’s what we did… Can’t think of a better spot to start a new life.
4.75	Waimea Canyon Named the Grand Canyon of the Pacific. Hike up the canyon or see via helicopter.
4.67	Hang out on the beach This one’s easy. Just hang loose on the beach. Do nothing.
4.5	Napali Coast This is a MUST see destination. Stunning cliffs await you. If you can, go for the helicopter tour.
4.33	Sunset Order a drink and watch a sunset from the Princeville Hotel.
4	Wailua River Kayak down the river. Take life at a leisurely pace. After all, this is why you are on Kauai, isn’t it?
4	Get Married

5 Must Do Activities in Hawaii

cruise — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:05:04 +0000

Hawaii will require many visits to explore its diverse flora and fauna. Nonetheless, if pressed for time, you must do the following.

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4	Napali Coast Located on Kauai, the Napali Coasts offers stunning cliff view. You can see the cliffs from a helicopter or via boat. We recommend both.
4	Kilauea Volcano See Hawaii’s famous volcanoes and lava flows. Definitely recommend the helicopter tour for this one. However, you may or may not see the red hot lava flowing into the sea. (Big Island)
4	Scenic Road to Hana … the long and winding road… turns and twists but with incredible views. (Maui)
3	Mule ride Take a ride down to the Kalaupapa Peninsula (Molokai)
3	Munro Trail This is on the island of Lanai. Gorgeous views.

7 Must-Try dishes at Hawaiian Luau

cruise — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 20:04:53 +0000

Yeah it’s a bit cheesy and cliche, but as a tourist, you’ve still got to attend a Luau. Let us know which of the following dishes you prefer.

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4.75	Kalua Pig traditional hawaiian cooking method using an imu (underground oven). A stable of luau feasts
4.33	Lomilomi Salmon salted salmon with tomatoes, onions and pepper
4	Pipi Kaula kind of like beef jerky but hawaiian style
3	Laulau Pork and fish combo wrapped in taro leaves
3	Haupia What’s for dessert? Coconut-milk based hawaiian desert, gelatin-like.
2	Poi Ever tried taro root? here’s your chance. Definitely an acquired taste
2	Poke Meaning “slice” in Hawaii. Made with skinned and deboned fish.

Favorite Hawaiian islands for vacation

admin — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 19:10:20 +0000

Hawaii consists of 8 major islands. Vote for your favorite Hawaiian destinations.

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4.3	Kauai
4.11	Island of Hawaii
3.6	Oahu
3.5	Maui
3.5	Moloka
3.5	Lanai
3.25	Kahoolawe
2.5	Niihau