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North Central Texas on the edge of civilization is how I like to think where I live. Close enough to Dallas and Fort Worth to go to Cowboy and Maverick Games but out far enough to enjoy the laid back life. Our Sunsets and Sunrises can be some of the most beautiful there is, with the south west colors. We can drive for 30 minutes and be in Oklahoma so we have a large variety of cultures in this area. Love my place in the USA.

The Old Yella Dog Ranch is in a remote corner of NW Nevada. Being a city girl (Phoenix, Orange County and Dallas/Ft. Worth) moving to the quiet ghost town of Vya, Nevada was a step worth making in spite of all the hardships.

It may not be for everyone, but those that want to see a corner of the United States virtually untouched by man will admire the strength of the emigrants who traveled the Applegate Lassen Emigrant trail thru the ranch. Those folks will also see the location of the last Indian massacre of weary emigrants in the US. But perhaps the most enjoyable is the peace and quiet. It's not trendy, but it is a step back to the way life used to be in the West.

TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA

I read the previous note on Toronto from the person who moved here from Vancouver, B.C.

I believe that this person has not had the opportunity to get out and see this city. Toronto is a diverse, multi-cultural, urban playground. I am not a native Torontonian and it took me a few years to get out and see this incredible city.

If you take the time to explore the city you will find some of the finest live theatre that rivals New York City; every fall we have a premiere film festival that draws attention worldwide - star gazing in Yorkville is excellent; green space abounds throughout the city with lots of activities during the year (ie: Jazz Festival at Harbour Front; The Beaches Jazz Festival; Taste of the Danforth; free live outdoor theatre in High Park during the summer; the Santa Claus parade that is viewed around the world; the Molson Indy; etc.) There are so many things to do during all seasons I cannot list them all!!!

Restaurants that are world class - you can find everything from Italian, Thai, Somalian, West Indian; East Indian, Authentic Chinese, etc. Your choose to join in and appreciate the multi-cultural atmosphere around the city.

Come and visit Toronto and enjoy exploring this world class city that I love!

I live in a charming village called Warwick, NY. It is a little over an hour from NYC. It is a village of horse farms, dairy farms and famous for its "black dirt" fields where they produce onions and other crops. . We have three wineries and it is a town with that "Mayberry" feel. We have a cute village of shopping and eateries. We have many town events that gather the people together. We also have events that draw thousands from elsewhere like the "Applefest" It you are ever in the Orange County NY area -- you should stop in and see my village

I moved from Key West, FL to Clearwater, FL in 2002, and it was one of the best dission I've ever made! Clearwater has some of the most beautiful beaches in the United States. I often tell my friends here that the only two places I would ever want to live other then Clearwater are San Diego and the Tidewater, Virgina area, for different reasons.

While in the Navy, I lived in San Diego and Norfolk, Virgina. San Diego is simply so beautiful. Norfolk has some of the friendliest people around.

Clearwater offers everything one could wish for. While I agree with an earlier post about the cost of living here, I still feel that the cost of living is still much lower then other areas of Florida. The weather in Clearwater is great! It is warm enough in the "winter" to only use a light jacket, or a sweater most of the time. I enjoy my work here very much with business development.

Bottom line? I would highly recommend Clearwater for a vacation or a change of lifestyle.

i live 2 miles from town and 120 mile from spokane.the most northeast of washington st.
there is not much for old people do around here.
but watch the deer,elk,andwild turkey.see the stars when it is snowing.we have beautiful weather yaeraround.we lived all overthe U.S. would n't live anyplace else.

I live in Cody, Wyoming a small town of about 10,000 people. If you love the outdoors and love to look and see wild life you will love it here. We are located just outside of Yellowstone National Park. Our home is located 10 miles from town with a great view of the Buffalo Bill Reservoir and the breath taking mountains of Yellowstone. You can still find a great deal here, homes range from 90,000 to the millions. Just as Jackson Hole used to be a great deal it no longer is, but here in Cody a great deal is still to be found. We have 16 acres, 5,000 sq ft home, four car garage and a barn for $500,000. Believe me coming from California where a little three bedroom ranch home cost $750,000, which is nothing home. If I could put this property in California it would sell for 3 million dollars, and that is not a fabrication, that is the truth!

We live in a small town in central California called Exeter. Currently has approx. 10,000 residents. Set amidst orange groves, it's known for its murals (currently 25). Wonderful small community, no crime to speak of, close to mtns. Does get very hot in the summer though. We've been here 6 years and still suffer during the summer. Excellent school system.

I lived in philadelphia forever you can use public transportation and travel all over the city. Eat cheese steaks all day and bargain for everything you want and somethings you might need. Tour the incredible zoo, the museums and society hill is a must. Take the L Train enjoy a variety of cultures and the most authentic tasting water ice you ever treated you mouth to. shop till you drop get up and shop again and all at bargins you will talk about for years. Take my word for it philadelphia is the place to be.

I live in Lodi, CA. Lodi is a fairly small farming community in central California (approximatly 40 miles from Sacramento). Most of the farms are vineyards or dairies. The downtown area is filled with beautiful older homes and cute old shops filled with antiques.

The community is wonderful. The nieghbors look out for one another and everyone is kind and patient when driving or shopping. Even if you are in a hurry you can't help but be kind due to everyone's smile and kindness.

I live in Clearwater, Florida.Warm in the winter and hot in the summer, but with a breeze. Next to the Gulf Coast.Only a few years ago it was a reasonable priced place to live, now it is a Millionair's Club only.Unless you are willing to live 5 people in a 2 bedroom apt.Apts start $600-$1,000 a month.Most have turned into condo's. One bedrooms $100,000 and add $100,000 per bedroom.Condo's have so many rules that they aren't desirable to live in. Where I live, no commercial vehicals( that includes car or truck with business sign on it), no motorcycles or mopeds.You can own a bike, but it must be walked in and out of the property.No washer and dryer hookups. Small laundry rooms for every 2 buildings.Can hear your neighbors above and beside you threw the walls.Not well insulated. Built in the 70's.Two pools and must use key to enter or leave pool area.Cracks in sidewalk, that haven't been repaired in a year.When you move to Florida rent for a year and take that time to find a house in a good area.Cental florida in the smaller towns like winter Haven are still reasonable priced, $100,000 for 2 bedroom on up.Friendly people.The problem is lack of jobs and teen gangs from Lakeland spread crime.I feel florida will be just a condo state with millionairs that own all the land and immagrants that live 5-10 people in a 2 bedroom apt as the low wage workers.Many people have given up and moved back up north for higher wages and cheaper housing.

I lived in Greenville, SC for 43 years, recently remarried and my husband's job moved us to the Panhandle of Texas, Amarillo.

I need info, big adjustment... people are extremely friendly, but just having a hard time getting involved and meeting people to socialize with. The land is flat, there's beauty but not like SC.

I Married an outstanding Philly citizen 3 years ago and I moved to your fine city full of life.
We found this website www.newhomesdirectory.com/Philadelphia/
which provided us with tremendous information on homes for sale. Check it out.

Ang

Those visiting Philadelphia should also consider exploring the outlying suburbs: Bryn Athyn, with its Cathedral, the Pitcairn Mansion and Museum, as well as Cairnwood; The Barnes Foundation http://www.barnesfoundation.org/d_direc.html and the Frank Lloyd Wright Brit Shalom Synagogue in Western Philadelphia; the wealth of antiquing possibilities in Bucks County. Visitors should not neglect the Mercer Mile in Doylestown: The Mercer Museum, an eccentric, curiosity provoking structure crammed with nooks and crannies, abutted by the James Michener Art Collection in the old Bucks County Jail building; the Moravian Tile Works, and Mercer's mansion. In Bucks County, be sure to see the miles of flea markets, antique shops, boutiques etc. near Lahaska and New Hope. Last but not least, out near Wilmington, Delaware, the Brandywine Art Museum with its superb collection of work by the Wyeth Family; Longwood Gardens; Winterthur; Kennett Square, mushroom capital of the world; the Audubon Sanctuary and much, much more!

Interesting to read all the comments about places to shop, eat at, live or visit. I have visited many states over the years. I suppose a lot of places are nice to see in summer,if not too humid but for me I prefer down south because of the nicer climate year round, friendly people,and usually less expensive homes,at least in Tennessee. I now live in the hills of east TN, in a tiny community with only a school and post office, not far from Virginia or from N. Carolina, for the past 10 years and it is very scenic, quiet, clean air, virtually no traffic, and mild winters. We get 4 seasons with summer(hot)being the longest, and a short spring and winter with mostly above freezing temps. Fall is beautiful with mild weather,and the occasional frost at night.The leaves do change colors and with the season comes many fairs and fall festivals. Outdoor activities like fishing and hunting are common but in summer there is white water rafting, boating on the many lakes as well. There are many national parks to pick from in the surrounding counties as well as Nascar racing and other sports in Kingsport, about 30 miles east of town. The good paying jobs are few or none and the benefits even less, in the Rogersville area and other smaller cities and towns. Knoxville, the largest city in east Tennessee, and 2 hours west, has all kinds of things to do, a zoo, museums,has hosted the summer olympics,there are major concerts every year and is not far from the well known and popular attrations in Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, Gatlingburg and of course the Great smoky Mountains National Park. Knoxville has better, more numerous jobs and places to eat with a mild climate. They do get a taste of snow but only occasionally and notmuch of it. However, it is a city of over 100,000 and has its rush hour grid locks like all cities with a couple of Interstates crossing near or through. It probably has the highest truck traffic in the south. I understand the crime rate is low as in all this region, but there are sections of the city like the north east that are not as desirable to live in. Downtown is old but being redone, slowly, and is right on the Tennessee River with large, well equipped hospitals and the Universtiy of TN. The area is full of college age people and does have cafes and lots of eateries and is home to one of the largest, most beautiful fireworks display in the south called " Booms Day" which is celebrated on Labor Day, right on the river.
Rogersville on the other hand is a very small town, about 2 hours north east of Knoxville with almost all its downtown buildings on the historical registry. It is very laid back and moves very slowly as a city and county which can be very anoying to those who want action, better services and progress now. There is a small theater and soon to be a bowling alley ( takes years between talk and reality) but very few decent eateries and definitely nothing classy, not even a steak house. Wall-Mart is the largest retailer the past few years and a more recent addition and besides the 3 main grocery stores has no competition. People are very hospitable and friendly but lets face it this area is one of the most empoverished in the state. The mountains are beautiful, not as tall as the famous Smokies and there are many rivers and lakes too but unless one is retired or financially independent there is nothing here for young educated adults, or even middle age ones, unless they are willing to commute quite a distance to jobs or have the skill and means to become farmers,raising some in demand crops or livestock. Most farmers hold jobs in factories to make ends meet. Costs of homes and land are relatively cheap still which is why a lot of newer residents come here from out of state, mostly from northern cities and buy homes or land, which would cost 2-3 times that in their home state if not more. I have also lived in Canada, and over 20 years in Florida on the west coast. That is( was) my favorite place to live before the crowds discovered it. It is semi tropical and has a lot of high tech jobs now and clean industry. It is fairly warm all year round but quite hot and humid in mid summer which actually lasts many more months than what one would expect. The beaches are the greatest and of course the sunshine which I can never get enough of. (I can no longer stand the miserable long,freezing, dreary and depressing northern winters,smog,heavy industry, high crime rates and often not much of a summer,no mater what else there is to offer)I could not bear to live in Canada or anywhere with so little sunshine most of the year and trudging outddors in the rain,once I got a taste of the south. Florida with the increase in population and it is still frowing steadily,now has heavy traffic in all the over built,most popular counties ;not much land is available as every square inch has been built on. Homes have really gone up in price in a few years and are almost as expensive as the northern states or west coast for that matter, for anything really spacious with all the modern amenities but not much of a yard anynore. For those who like nightlife,and lots of activities, entertainment, several major attractions, like Disney World, along with the beaches and parks there is something for everybody even hockey games and indoor skating rinks in Clearwater and the Tampa Bay area. There are plays, operas ,concerts, golf courses all over, senior communities with all kinds of activities there and clubs of every type, classes, gyms, boating and all watersports, music for all tastes and literally hundreds of places to eat, from the regular chains and fast foods to more expensive and classy restaurants with all sorts of ethnic foods as well. My favorite place of all in Florida is the west coast with its soft, fine sand beaches but which are now out of reach to live on or near, except for the very wealthy. I truly miss the beaches with that gorgeous blue sky and warm, azure waters and I have had to adjust to the mountains which are also beautiful but as I mentioned, there are drawbacks here and it is not for everyone. Maybe with more out- of- towners moving in, eventually it will offer more than pretty green mountains, country music, (mostly bluegrass)and clean air. Often though, the good brings along the bad too. There is something special and appealing in all those places but I only wish they were all in the same city and state.Can't have it all.

Sylvia

I live in Bangkok Thailand,I saw the question that ask about school of disign in the city, I thinkt the name of school is Raffle, it's a great school and they have only theinternational program.It's located in downtown.

And I really need help to get some informations about what cities that Asain people will be able to get the bartender job in the night club,on the East coast and the cost of living is not too expensive.

I'll go work in the US for only 3 months next spring because that's my school break and now I'm trying real hard to find the
perfect city to get a job.

I'm very interesting in going to Philly,but I don't know much if it's a good place for Asain-workers.

So.......save my life pleaseeeeeeee,Thank you *^^*

I live in Athens, Greece- the city of diversity that marriages the old and the new, the ancient with the modern. Athens is a buzzing city with amazing night life, lovely beaches, great shopping, museums, sidewalk cafes... so much to do and see. As for the food - there is nothing like going to a traditional Greek taverna and having the traditional "meze" while listening to the captivating music of the bouzouki. When visting Athens, make sure you go for a meal of fresh seafood accompanied by a glass or two of ouzo by the sea at sunset. Be careful - ouzo has a way of bringing out all your hidden thoughts and desires! Enjoy!

Come visit the enchanting little historic beach seaport city of Wilmington, North Carolina! We have it all-- from a large and charming riverfront historic district filled with the best dining you'll find anywhere, specialty shops, several performing arts venues including historic and elegant Thalian Hall, and bountiful bed and breakfasts to numerous little beach communities with resort hotels and water sports. We are within an hour's drive of at least two amazing wineries, and two hours from the state capital, but my bet is you won't want to leave Wilmington. Our city is so chock full of well-rounded interest and excitement, my husband and I take a yearly bed and breakfast weekend right here in town, exploring fabulous restaurants and sites!

For something unusual: Cape Fear Serpentarium, which houses an amazing collection of the most dangerous, lethal reptiles from around the world. We've got great tours, too! I've enjoyed everything from the Henrietta Riverboat cruise to the Old Wilmington Ghost Walk, but the creme de la creme has to be the Wilmington Adventure Walking Tour with Bob Jenkins. I've gone four times and learned something new every time!

For delicious dining: Too many to mention them all, but the Pilot House overlooking the Cape Fear River is to die for, especially at Sunset. Circa 1922 is the perennial favorite of locals for dessert, with exquisite and beautifully prepared confections portioned for at least two to share. We've got everything from wine bars to tea rooms to microbreweries and pubs to fondue to gourmet to... you name it! All within several blocks walking distance.

For shopping: One of a kind experiences in Chandler's Wharf and The Cotton Exchange downtown, Mayfaire Town Center, The Forum, and Landfall Center, just to name a few.

Special Events: My husband asked me just last night if there was ever a night in Wilmington when something wasn't going on. I answered him, "Not often." From the nearby Seafood, Jazz, and Blues Festival to the Holiday Flotilla to Riverfest and our reknown Azalea Festival, there is always something special happening in the Wilmington area.

We live in San Jose, CA and have been looking for a medium sized, historical town that's within an hour of a major city. We are trying to find the kind of neighborhood that has a lot of ONE story, vintage homes. Our search has been futile so far. Most historical homes have steep stairs or laundry rooms in basements. Also, we are looking for a community the has unique restaurants, progressive thinking folks, and artistic offerings...can you please help us. We don't care where this quaint, lovely town may be!

I live in the great city of Savannah, GA. Savannah welcomes all with southern hospitality. While visiting Savannah expect to find amazing architecture, spookey cemeteries and rich history. We also have funky nightlife and fabulous food. History resonates into the present day.
Savannah is a great place to live.

I moved from Vancouver, BC to Toronto, Ont. 3 years ago. Vancouver is the most beautiful city with it's mountain on one side and the ocean on the other. There is so much outdoor activities to do from skiing, hiking, fishing, mountain climbing etc. I miss the mountains and especially the water but I don't miss the rain. It rains so much there that I'm surprised it hasn't become an island. I have adjusted to living in Toronto but there isn't much here to look at or do. It's so flat, smoggy and busy. However, there is more job opportunities here and housing is still somewhat affordable. I hear that the theatre here is great but I haven't really checked it out....except for the outdoor plays.

I've lived in Philly for 6 years now, and I am not impressed. Exceptionally hot in the summer, and humid too. Like Florida, but without the benefit of the beach. Everyone heads to the Shore every weekend during the summer, so unless you have some kind of an "in" there, you end up spending your time at places that are half-empty. For the size of the city, it's amazing how much it resembles a ghost town.
The lack of sunlight or good weather means everybody is in a fairly miserable mood most of the time. And, if one of the city's sports teams has just lost a bid at a championship (and they all do, all the time), then don't expect that mood to be any better.
The city does have a good parks system, and I've heard good things about the Art Museum, though I have never found the time to go.
There are a wide range of restaurants, though a lot of the places in Center City are fairly over-priced.
Bottom line? Visit, but I wouldn't live here.

I live in the small town of Boaz, Alabama, located about one hour south of Huntsville in the Tennessee Valley on beautiful Sand Mountain, inthe foothills of the Appalachians. We have a very low crime rate, an Outlet Mall and we are only minutes away from Lake Guntersville and great scenery and fishing! Truly a paradise!

MINNEAPOLIS!!! I love Minneapolis. I am a born and raised Los Angelino but lived in Minneapolis for 2 years. I loved it! The Arts are fantastic there. From the ton of museums, night clubs, live music EVERYWHERE, Twins, Vikings, The Wild and Timberwolves to the wonderful theater scene which has more theater seats per capita than any other city besides New York. How about those awesome skyways? There are 7 miles of skyways in downtown Minneapolis. It is like a hamster habitat! One floor above ground, this system links buildings together with enclosed walkways. It connects most of downtown Minneapolis in climate-controlled bliss.
That means you don't have to go outside to get to another building, go shopping, go to a restaurant. You can use the skyway to take a short cut to a different street if you want to! The mass transit is fantastic. The Light Rail Train goes all through downtown as well as all the way down to the Mall of America. Which by the way is a great mall and the amusement park inside the mall is a great place to take the kids on those winter days.
If you are looking for recreation, or just to go and sit by the beautiful water and day dream, lakes are everywhere as well as the Mississippi river which goes right through Minneapolis and St. Paul. The neighborhoods are awesome. Here are a few:

The Uptown neighborhood
Follow Hennepin Avenue a few blocks south of downtown and you'll find the center of Minneapolis' hip energy. Off-beat shopping, late-night dining, vibrant nightlife and up-and-coming music line the streets of Uptown all week long. A young creative crowd populates this area. Just steps from the Chain of Lakes, Uptown's got everything an urban neighborhood should have and then some.

Riverfront District
This Minneapolis neighborhood draws historical flair from a past in flour milling, while exuding trend-setting panache among hip hangouts and eateries along the beautiful riverbanks. A dual landscape, the Riverfront celebrates the past with national landmarks, historic districts and museums – yet anticipates the future with innovative theater, tours and events.

Northeast
Minneapolis grew into the milling capital of the world along Main Street in Old St. Anthony. Now the surrounding neighborhood, just across the river from downtown, is a picture of urban vibrancy. Minneapolis landmarks like Nye's Polonaise Room exist along all-new trendy martini bars and fine dining.

Lyn-Lake
Uptown's edgier cousin, Lyn-Lake is home to Minneapolis icons like the Jungle Theater and Bryant-Lake Bowl. Everything about Lyn-Lake is one-of-a-kind. Intermedia Arts is one of the best galleries in the city. Herkimer Brew Pub and jP American Bistro provide the culinary excitement and nightlife crucial to an urban neighborhood.

Linden Hills
In Southwest Minneapolis between Lake Calhoun and Lake Harriet is the Linden Hills area. Referred to as a "small town in the city," this historic community boasts a wide assortment of unique shopping, recreation and dining options. With food choices ranging from BBQ to Asian fusion, anyone's preferences can be satisfied.

Eat Street
Just south of downtown on Nicollet Avenue, Eat Street is a multicultural haven jam packed with wonderful ethnic restaurants, cafes and groceries. Stroll down this section of Nicollet, take your pick of eateries, and you won't be disappointed.

Downtown
People who visit Minneapolis are amazed at the lively, vibrant downtown area. Sidewalk cafes, nightlife, fine dining, music, theater, shopping and more grace the streets of downtown. Maybe that's why people are flocking from the suburbs to once again take up residence in downtown lofts and condos. A recent flurry of residential development has created an enormous group of downtown dwellers.

Dinkytown
On the east bank of the Mississippi adjacent to the University of Minnesota, Dinkytown is infused with the University's eclectic energy. Sidewalk musicians, unique book shops, music shops, quaint eateries and energetic nightlife abound.

Cedar-Riverside
The Cedar-Riverside neighborhood is located adjacent to the University of Minnesota, and is home to a vibrant multicultural community. It is also home to several favorite theaters like Theatre in the Round, Mixed Blood Theater and the Cedar Cultural Center. On the west bank of the Mississippi, this area is a great starting point for bike trips and outdoor recreation.

50th and France
Located where the west suburbs meet Minneapolis, 50th and France is home to upscale shopping and fine dining. With cobblestone streets, elegant street lighting and a pronounced posh atmosphere, this neighborhood caters to the classy.
Last but surely not least are the people. Minnesota is known for their nice people. Hence the term "Minnesota Nice". That term is so true. I did not believe my ears when I first visited Minneapolis. Living there I got to experience "Minnesota Nice" all the time. It was like a breath of fresh air.
This midwest gem is a place I will return to one day when I can. At this point it is not possible but someday I will be back.

Philadelphia has an incredibly rich African American heritage. This is the birthplace of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, founded by Absalom Jones and Richard Allen. This church played a key role in fighting slavery, building schools and colleges and continues as one of the largest African American congregations today. Take a look at historic Mother Bethel Church.

The Philadelphia African American History Museum in downtown Philadelphia has a number of historical exhibits, art and interesting lectures, performances and cultural programs.

Philadelphia as an African American Theater company that puts on plays and performances. Check it out!

I have to agree with all the comments about Philly. I live in northern New Jersey and have a friend in Maryland. About twice a year we meet in Philly either for dinner and to take in a show at Zanzibar Blue (which has some of the best soul food!)or just hang out on South Street (just be careful late Friday and Saturday night, it can get real funky!) Anyway Philly is the perfect combination of big city diversity, restaurants and culture, with small city appeal.
The adverstisement about more fun when you stay over is right on target!

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We moved to Tallahassee, Florida two years ago. What a wonderful, friendly city. The people are welcoming, the town is picturesque. We have rolling hills, tree lined streets, great restaurants, a downtown Saturday marketplace. The pace is relaxed, and did I mention the people are so friendly!

Pat's cheesesteaks in South Philly are GREAT! the Kimmel Center has a new fabulous building to tour and attend a concert. the 30th street rail station is historical and wonderful. the market downtown has great, fresh food and goodies. a great city for walking. the Medical museum is unique and worth visiting.

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Philadelphia is a fabulous city.. made up of diverse neighborhoods. It earns its name "City of Brotherly Love".. Hmm. let's also say sisterly love. I originally moved to Philly to sing with the Philadelphia Orchestra and the Opera Company in the 1980's. I was in grad school here as well. I lived in the Art Museum area. The Art scene is a vibrant one with Galleries hosting first fridays or Saturdays each month.The galleries are open and host wine and cheese parties with the Artists .
Philadelphia has an amazing Opera Company . Curtis Institute and the Academy of Vocal Arts are legendary .Our prized opera house is the Academy of Music. The Kimmel Center hosts a variety of lectures and concerts and is the home of The Philadelphia Orchestra.

The Philadelphia Museum of Art hosts the steps Rocky once ran up and down.. but don't limit yourself to the outside. The inside is a treasure trove!The friday evening programs are great for live music, lectures and fine cuisine in the Museum's Restaurant. ( Great place to meet friends for a memorable evening.)Walk the grounds behind the Philadelphia Museum of Art and you will enter Fairmount Park.. The Azaleas and magnolias in spring are breath taking..

In the evening one can stroll boat house row.. quaint boathouses for various rowing clubs.. These Victorian boat houses are illumined at night... After your stroll you'll be hungry.. May I suggest The Waterworks Restaurant ,on the sight of the oldest waterworks in the US,overlooks the Schukill River and offers comospolitan cuisine.. May I also suggest a little Jazz at one of the many Jazz houses in town.. Zanzibar Blue has great headliners..

May I also suggest that if you are a jazzophile.. to visit The Philadelphia Clef Club on the Avenue of the Arts ( Broad Street) The Philadelphia Clef club pays homage to Jazz.. it's like Preservation Hall and Tipatinas in one vibrant and historic place.. we call it the House that Jazz Built.
We have several Jazz fests a year..
On the 23rd of September we honor John Coltrane's Birthday .. Yes we claim him as a favorite son along with favorite daughter Marion Andersen.. Homes of both are Museums.
Had enough of downtown?? The history .

.Want to walk off the fabulous meals and kick back.. May I suggest the Fairmount Park.. Visit the Mann Music Center.. summer home of the Philadelphia Orchestra and other special venues.
Take a trolley from the back door of the Art Museum for the trolley tour of the Fairmount Park houses.. terrific anytime of year.. especially fun at the Winter holidays when the houses are dressed for the holidays.Antique buffs will be thrilled as it is a time capsule of 18th & 19th century Philadelphia.
Fairmount Park is the largest park in the US.
Hiking is terrific all year..There is a bridal path where one can ride a horse almost to the Art Museum from Mt. Airy/Chestnut Hill.
Now you are in my neighborhood!!
This is the best kept secret.. Valley Green , a historic restaurant was a 18th century Inn located in the Wissahickon section of Fairmount Park.Brunch on Sunday is a great way to mellow out. Dine inside or out.. Thanksgiving Dinner is exceptional in a setting overlooking the wissahickon creek.
Enjoy the West Mount Airy lifestyle..It's Why I returned to Philadelphia from Princeton..
The neighborhoods remind me of my childhood in Europe.French Normandy , Dutch , German and Swedish influences the architecture..wonderful stone homes.When I moved to West Mount Airy I noticed the flags on the lamposts which read "colorful Mount Airy".. While we do have fabulous fall foliage.. What these signs paid homage to was the 1950's Intentional Integrated Community. This tradition is alive and well today. Sociologists still come to study its historic social changes in 1950's and 1960's when the local Jewish Community invited, sponsored and embrassed minorities being driven from downtown Philadelphia. It's this history that brought me back to Philadephia. We celebrate unity in our diversity.

Jazz is vibrant here.. Dancing too.. North by Northwest is a jazz restaurant in the heart of Mount Airy..on Germantown Ave. Wednesday night is salsa night.. learn to dance instructors on site.. great fun.. The Sedgewick theater, Allen's Lane Arts Center, and Stage crafters all offer live plays and music venues.
If you are riding down Germantown Avenue on the first weekend in October.. you will hear gun fire in the re-enactment of the battle of Germantown.. near the Upsal Mansion.. and the English tory Mansion..Clivden.

After fighting the war you may want to take refuge at The Chestnut Hill Hotel .. clean up before dinner. or if the history bug has biten you .. stroll through the many Antique shops in Chestnut Hill. The "Hillers "love Rollers for breakfast, Cin Cin , French Chinese cuisine for lunch and dinner.. Head back to the Chestnut Hill Hotel.. in fall and winter stop for a nightcap at the local Fondue Restaurant..
Craving middle eastern food.. go to Al-Danas... lunch is a steal at $10 hummus, kebabs prepared by its owner Math. Dinner can be lively with a belly dancer..
Borders bookstore is just across the street..find historic books Have little ones ??On Saturday morning there is a story teller..
There is so much to do in Philadelphia.. Next time I'll share about Universities, The Underground railroad and astronomy.. complete with star gazing parties with our local Amateur Astrnomers Club..keep looking up!
So much to see and experience..in the cradle of Liberty.
Chere Kjrsten-Kifer

We live in SW Florida, paradise where there is not a shortage of fine dining, great weather and tropical living. It seems there is a new restaurant opening every month. There is a mix of cultures with all of the tourist and new residents from all over the world so there is a festival for all occasions. The air is clear and the sky is truly blue. Again, this is paradise. I never get tired of going over one of the bridges from Cape Coral to Fort Myers and seeing a dolphin or seagull in the water. This is the life

I live in the southeastern Connecticut shoreline town of Groton.
We have a great spot right on the Thames River, directly across from the New London based Cross Sound Ferry system; the Amtrak train station, the State Pier; a birds eye view of the Gold Star Memorial Bridge (I-95); the Coast Guard Stations, and Naval Sub Base are directly up/down the river from us. Quite the busy area here... I'm a transplant from Maine, and I do miss my beloved home state.

Johnson City Tennessee is a beautiful mid-size town (pop. roughly 56,000) and home to East Tennessee State University. The best time to visit is early June during the annual Blue Plum Festival. The festival highlights local and regional musicians in a down town street festival and the weather could not be better. I would recommend making reservations at the Carnegie Hotel, by far the friendliest staff of any hotel I have ever visited. No Trip to the area would not be complete with out trying the local Depot Street Beer and maybe some white water rafting on the Nolichucky River. I have moved from East Tennessee to the Washington DC area but Johnson City will always be home.

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I really loved the Philly show and I can't wait to see more. I just traveled to Philly for a wedding and I had my first Veitnamese Hoagie.It was fantastic!
I love the host Brandon. So cute! I want to know more about him. I think he is so funny and he reminds me of my younger brother. Where can I see him do stand-up comedy?
Amara Joy-NYC

I live in central Florida in a fast growing community named Ocala. I just recently started educating myself on the greatness of the wine world. I enjoy Andrea's wine pairing 1/2 hours and her specials on how to read wine labels. Isn't she so fun?? I would love to host a show with her just once. I have learned alot from her and she gives me a smile and plenty of great entertaining ideas!! ANDREA, Stags Leap 2001 Ne Cede Malis Red wine reserve is the bomb paired with some light crispy crackers topped with Asiago cream cheese and some rasberry chipotle!! Runs about $45.00 a bottle and is layered with Petite Syrah, Syrah, Carignane, Grenache, Peloursin and Mourvedre grapes. WOW, you have to try this one.
We do have a great little wine shop here called "The Wine Experience". There house wine is one called The Horses Ass. Not to shabby and not to expensive. Thats all for today. Bye now

McConnellsburg, Pennsylvania is a great place to visit... especially during the annual Fulton Folk Fall Fastival held the 3rd weekend of October every year. The leaves are at or near peak by then & tons of vendors, flea market style to local artisans come to the area. It's a great weekend of olde time autumn food & fun & a great time to start Christmas shopping. Our family recently opened a tack (horse equipment) and craft shop in an original General Store building circa 1820. We will be having our FIRST annual fall open house October 20th-22nd. Complimentary cider & cookies by an open fire will be one of many fun activities in coordination with the sale. Hope you can join us. McConnellsburg is conveniently located on Rt. 522 & 30 within 15 miles of interstate 70 & the PA turnpike. Fulton County, PA

Live in the Tidewater area of Virginia. The area is full of history and water surrounds most of the seven cities that make up Tidewater. We have the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean at our doorsteps. The architecture of the homes here varies by city. Newport News is up and coming with several new urban area living spaces with high end shopping, loft living, single family dwellings and fine restaurants can be found everywhere. Virginia Beach (ocean front), Norfolk (botanical gardens/downtown district), Portsmouth (olde town), Chesapeake, Smithfield (ham capital), Suffolk (peanuts), Newport News (aircraft carriers), Hampton (collesium/convention center/powerplant), Williamburg (colonial, busch gardens/water country), Yorktown (battlefields/history) are points of interest for any visitor to the area.

I have lived a large part of my life in the Philly area. It is filled with diversity. I live in a middle class neighborhood and travel through a lower income neighborhood to work in a very, VERY, HIGH income area. The type of people I encounter are very interesting. What's more interesting is listening to their perspectives. While one group struggles to give their families a better life another group "struggles" with rising parking meter rates for their $80,000 cars. Both believe the issues they face are important ones. It's all about perspectives.

I live in a small city between Winston-Salem & Greensboro, NC. North Carolina is the best state ever, from the shore to the mountains. In between is everything imaginable-great colleges, the arts, beautiful flowers (crepe myrtles in various colors) everywhere, friendly people, loads of popular restaurants, shopping malls, outlet stores, furniture capital of the world (High Point), Charlotte (NY's big sister). An open air market is also a big attraction in Greensboro. Quality fresh seafood available in the market area. My job relocated me almost 5 yrs ago, the best move ever. You can still purchase a upscale house under $300,000 with a large plot or a condo under $100,000. Gas prices are down in the $2.40 range this week, yippee. I forgot the Lake Norman area for the boat lovers. Myrtle Beach is approx. 3 hrs drive to the ocean area. Explore our state and I guarantee you will stay.

wee just moved to schuykill county and will be building our home. any great antique and/or shopping cities outside of the bigger cities anyone could suggest?
any new up and coming architect in the area that could help me with my design for a warm modern villa/hacienda?
thank you,
ana

The Jersey Shore is only an hour from Philadelphia down the AC Expressway. Ocean City is wonderful with a terrific family boardwalk, nice beaches and restaurants in Somers Point like the Crab Trap which is always crowded. While in OC it is important to try sticky buns at Ward's Bakery on Asbury between 7th and 8th, get there early in the summer or they will be gone, but off season you can sleep in a little. An unpolished gem is the Point Diner in Somers Point, not fancy, but always good and open 24 hours all year.
In Philadelphia proper are many wonderful Italian restaurants, but we think Crniti's at Shunk and Broad is by far the best. The food is always good and they have new space!
Water Ice is a not miss, and cheesesteaks at Tony Lukes are a must.
The Art Museum is great and the new Constitution Center is a great experience.

I live in the state of washington and love it. I moved to washington about 9 years ago from Anchorage Alaska. My father was in the Army so we traveled to many states. Check out our website at WWW.TK2HOMES.COM or blog at http://www.tk2blog.blogspot.com/

Dear Michelle: REgarding your family reunion next summer. Philly can be hot in August, so many people go to the Jersey Shore. There are many places (motels) to have a family reunion. WE do that every summer with our family. I live in the suburbs -near VAlley Forge Park. If your father was a history buff he might like that, or the ocean, beach. Philly has much history, culture, city sponsored events (free), restaurants, just about anything you would want. Good Luck.

We live in Salisbury, N.C. Population is approximently 26,000. We are about 50 miles norht of Charlotte.We do not have any large industries here and that is the way we like it. Our city is 250 years old so we have historic buildings and homes.Our oldest home that is lived in is approximently 150 years old.

I live in Kintnersville, Pa. There are many great restaurants here. We live in a beautiful area, we can see for about 30 miles, mountians, valleys, beautiful sunsets.
We are truly blessed.
Chris

We live in a small community in Rockland County New York called valley cottage. Most homes are buit into the mountains with wondferful view. The nearest towns are Upper Nyack and Nyack. Both are near the Hudson Rivier with quaint stores and shops. It is similar to San Francisco.
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need an uncrowded great place for lunch near downtown Philly?? check out Gloria's on Fairmount Ave across from the Prison (open for tours). Great food , great atmosphere, easy parking on the street. haven't had a bad meal yet.

I am looking for a place to host a family reunion next summer. We are all traveling to Philly to spread my grandfather's ashes and would like to find a place that we can go afterwards for about one week. There will be approximately 40 people with us. Advice is most welcome.

Thank you!

Philadelphia has phenomenal opportunities for shopping, haute cuisine and culture.

Adress - Locust Street in Center City is a luxe purveyor of women's attire and accessories from Etro, Brioni and Paul Smith to Lambertson Truex and will soon feature an exquisite emporium of home goods.

Rittenhouse Square is a true urban square - one of William Penn's originals lined with chic cafes, new hotels, condominiums.

Walnut Street - running along the north side of Rittenhouse Square is shopping central with everything from Diesel, Tiffany, William Sonoma, Burberry, Ralph Lauren, American Apparel, Urban Outfitters, Anthropology, shops selling Prada, Jil Sander, Helmut Lang + more. Four star restaurants including Le Bec Fin, Striped Bass + more.

Check out La Columbe [the coffee roaster that provides outstanding coffee for New York's best - Jean Gorge, Per Se + more] - buy whole beans, ground our just sit and sip amazing blends.

Visit The Academy of Music - the oldest orchestra hall in America [designed after La Scala Opera House in Italy] and the amazing new Philadelphia Orchestra Hall on Broad Street.

The skyline is jammed with construction cranes as 30, 40 and 50 story condominiums and office towers rise across the downtown landscape.

Philadelphia Museum of art is major. The Rodin Museum hosts the world's largest collection of Rodin pieces outside of Paris. The Barnes Foudnation on the Main Line will soon move downtown to a new museum.

This city is made for walking, shopping and lazy afternoons. It is gorgeous and offers so much you need several days to take it all in.

Have a blast! It is worth the visit.

I lived in Philly two years ago and loved it! There is a trail from downtown philly to valley forge. If you have bikes, it would be a GREAT morning ride! You go through some great towns and there is some gorgeous scenery along the way. It's a (mostly) paved trail. Your starting poing it the Schuylkill River. The trail is well marked. Hope you guys check it out!! Philly also has a great enclosed farmer/amish market, a FABULOUS Chinatown! South Philly has a great Italian street market....you can go to Pats for a cheesesteak. Hope to see you in St. Louis soon! My husband is a cheesemonger so I'm sure you'd want to catch up with him at the shop!! Happy Travels!

Annie Denny

I just saw the movie Invincible with Mark Walhberg and it was set in Philly (in the mid 70s) and there was this really cool bar called Max's I think. Is that a real place? It looks like it might have a few stories! Great movie. I'd like to know more about the places in the great "city movies" -- like if I can go to them today or on a vacation.