Enjoy a Larger-Than-Life Vacation in San Antonio, Texas San Antonio offers a diverse range of attractions for visitors, ranging from business travelers to families and students on Spring Break. From historic sites to modern public art pieces, there’s something in this city to suit every taste. Whatever you’re doing, you’re sure to notice that things around San Antonio loom a bit larger than in other places. Make sure your vacation delivers oversized results by booking a room at the best hotel…
Hotels in Banff A gorgeous resort town in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, Banff has to be seen to be believed. Located just a short drive away from Calgary in Banff National Park, it is truly one of the world's most awe-inspiring mountain destinations. With Mt. Rundle and Mt. Cascade dominating the town's skyline and pristine Canadian wilderness surrounding it in every direction, Banff is the perfect place for an outdoor adventure at any time of year. Banff is part of a UNESCO World…
Glendale, CA, being the fourth largest ethnic enclave after Armenia, Moscow, and Berlin, proves to be a paradise for all categories of people. Whether you love indoor amusing activities or outdoor exploration, you won't go wrong with Glendale, CA. The following are six reasons you should consider taking a trip to Glendale, CA. 1. Sights and Landmarks in Glendale, CA From the massive and unique Forest Lawn Memorial Park to the old Episcopal parish church of St Mark, and even to the Doctor's…
you who love adventure and want to have an exciting backdrop for your wedding, you might want to consider Las Vegas. Many people choose Las Vegas as a destination for their weddings. This is because there are so many wedding venues from which to select that nearly any budget can be accommodated. There are drive-through wedding venues and high-end casino wedding venues. Determining which Las Vegas venue is appropriate for your situation will be based on how much money you want to spend and what…
One of the hotels was the Flamingo Casino in Las Vegas. Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel developed this hotel and was a notoriously known gangster. A hotel was also then made in Florida called the Flamingo Hotel. This hotel was able to change America’s cultural perception. Flamingos, which were just simple, dull…
According to Nevada Attorney Adam Paul Laxalt, “Human trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery impacting our most vulnerable populations” (Laxalt 1). Since 1994, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police department had recovered 2,229 people who were victims of sex trafficking. Both adults and children are targeted, however, mostly vulnerable women are targeted. In 2014, 107 children who were victimized by trafficking were recovered. “The National Human Trafficking Center Hotline has received 496…
Overlooking a famous beach; tucked away in a buzzy bohemian village, or with to-die-for views of the Opera House sails; Sydney’s accommodation offerings are as all-embracing as the harbour city itself. Whether it’s grand five-star style, or cosy boutique lodgings, wake up here and you’ll think you’re still dreaming. Luxury Hotels The Darling Apart from the floor-to-ceiling glass and windows that open, customised 1000 spring mattress, and relaxing rain showerheads, The Darling is at the heart…
Nine shots were fired Wednesday, June 17th, 2015 at the Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, South Carolina. A white male enters the church around 8 p.m. and joins a group bible study, waiting nearly an hour before standing up and firing at everyone. Nine church goers were killed, one of those nine being a church pastor and South Carolina senator, Clementa Pinckney (Shapiro, ABC News). Through the help of security cameras posted in front of the church, Dylann Roof, 21, was…
flamingo, but the popularity of flamingos at the time. “the Flamingo made the bird synonymous with wealth and pizzazz…” Implying that the plastic pink flamingo was used as a way to stand out in the 50’s after being used by the Flamingo Hotel in Las Vegas to attract customers. Having a pink flamingo made ones yard “pop” to the eyes of someone passing by, since the bright colors of the flamingo attract attention. Not only did the flamingo represent wealth but also style through the popular colors…
out a mass shooting, one that would result in the greatest mass shootings in United States history. This tragic event has enlightened law enforcement agencies and emergency planners to the surreal risk of an innovative mass shooter. Until the Las Vegas shooting, only a handful of other gunman have take perches in elevated positions to target civilians. A notorious shooting has not happened in a similar manner for decades, so preparing for an elevated shooter was not on the top of law…