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Artistic Detroit

By C Smith
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Updated 09/02/2008
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When most people think of Detroit, they think of cars. While there are plenty of pretty automobiles to see while you're here, there are also plenty of museums, art exhibits, and towering art deco buildings from the early 20th century. If you're running on E in Motown, fill up with culture at some of these amazing locations.

The New Orleans Hobbyist

By C Smith
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Updated 06/07/2008
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Most of us have very specialized careers. So when we get off work and start to play, is it any wonder that some of us are specialized there, too? When your leisure starts to require some level of expertise, you've generally

Good times in Baton Rouge

By C Smith
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Updated 06/07/2008
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Misc.

So you're in the Red Stick and looking for something to do? After living here for several years I got a good taste of what Baton Rouge has to offer, aside from restaurants. Here are a few of my favorite places in Louisiana's capital.

NOLA Pizza

By C Smith
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Updated 06/07/2008
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Wherever you go in the US, you're going to find pizza. New Orleans is no exception. Sure, we have all the same major chains you see elsewhere in the country, but if you want a true taste of what the city has to offer, try one of these local pizzerias before you leave town.

Clay's Jazz Guide to New Orleans

By C Smith
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Updated 06/07/2008
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So you're in the birthplace of jazz and having trouble finding where to hear it? Take a walk through the French Quarter and open your ears! Of course, some places are better than others, and some jazz groups are better, as well. Next time you're in the Big Easy, check out a few of my favorite speakeasies if you're looking to swing all night.

Local Dining in Columbia, Missouri

By C Smith
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Updated 06/07/2008
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Columbia really is a jewel waiting to be discovered by anyone who hasn't passed through. What, on the surface, appears to be another mundane American college town actually a vibrant downtown area full of culture, friendly people, and great food. Exploring the various restaurants of Columbia was a wonderful adventure for me. Let me now guide you through the highlights of this adventure...

New Orleans Convention Guide

By C Smith
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Updated 06/07/2008
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Whether you're gathering fifty people or five thousand, New Orleans is the perfect place for you to hold your upcoming convention. We have plenty of culture, entertainment, hotels, and restaurants to make your associates happier than a cajun at a fais do-do. We'll provide the crawfish pie, you provide the pie chart.

Asian Dining in New Orleans

By C Smith
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Updated 06/07/2008
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Variety is the spice of life, and nothing is spiced so differently from traditional western cuisine than food from our eastern neighbors in Asia. Vietnamese and Japanese foods definitely top my list, but Indian, Thai, and Chinese all hold a very special place in my heart… and my stomach! On your own it would take a while to find the best New Orleans restaurants of each, which is why I’ve written this guide. So skip breakfast tomorrow and loosen your belt, fine dining and authentic food awa...

New Orleans Coffee

By C Smith
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Updated 06/07/2008
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While you can find a hot cup of delicious Starbucks coffee almost anywhere in the nation, there's something to be said for the local coffee shop. There are so many different beans, roast, and atmospheres to experience that you almost have to try all the good local shops as part of getting to know a city. New Orleans is no exception. From espresso and cappuccino to chicory and free trade brews, you're sure to find the perfect cup waiting somewhere outside of the mainstream.