Articles related to "Catalina"

A historical novel about the extraordinary life of a 17th century girl who transforms the course of her life by changing her gender.

Catalina State Park lies just 25 miles north of downtown Tucson. Birding is great here any time of the year, but fall brings the added attraction of migratory birds.

The best boutique inns impart a sense of place; the Avalon Hotel reflects the relaxed culture of Catalina Island while still providing modern amenities. It's recommended.

The PBY Catalina was a vital part of Coastal Command's armoury; and in US Navy and RAAF service it is remembered with affection.

From mid-October through April, Catalina State Park provides free guided bird walks every Friday morning. Expert guide Denis Wright leads these bird-rich outings.

An easy trail 25 miles north of downtown Tucson, Arizona, provides great birding and scenic photographic opportunities.

A near-level trail 25 miles north of downtown Tucson, Arizona, is a great choice anytime of the year for hiking, birding, other wildlife viewing and photography.

Bored with snorkeling but not yet ready for scuba? Snuba may just be for you.

In South America Jesuits developed powerful estancias. In Argentina the Jesuits' rich heritage is visible in beautiful buildings around Córdoba, which now house museums.

A story of gallantry and sacrifice in the relentless Battle of the Atlantic. A fatal duel between a surfaced U-boat and a lumbering flying boat.

Tucson is unique not just because it's the native area where Saguaro cacti grow (pronounced sa-war-oh), but because it is a fun and affordable travel destination.

The Catalina Highway is an easy 25-miles from Tucson to the peak of Mt. Lemmon. A rocky road from Oracle is more fun, but this bumpy ride is not for the family sedan.

Spring camping in the Tucson, Arizona area brings together golfers, hikers, bird watchers, nature photographers, spring wildflower followers, and even snow skiers!

Despite the high cost of living in southern California, campgrounds on the beaches of Orange County offer attractive choices for affordable holidays on the Pacific Coast.

Brief history of the Miss Universe Pageant, conceived when a beauty queen refused public appearance in a bathing suit.

The Sky Island Scenic Byway from Tucson to Summerhaven is an easy way to beat the desert heat, and to experience incredible and spectacular scenery along the way.

Mt. Lemmon's Sky Island Byway winds 25 miles through 6 life zones and a 30 degree temperature drop. Visitors are treated to sweeping views and beautiful picnicking spots.

Carl Velasco's ghost haunts his former home, wraith of a dark-haired lady is seen at the university and a spectral custodian is experienced at the high school.

The Hell's Kitchen chefs endure a messy challenge that results in a lofty reward for some of the chefs and a disappointing let down for others in Episode 2.

Mountain forests of Ponderosa Pine lie just 25 miles from Tucson and the Sonora Desert. An hour's drive takes campers to pristine sites and a 30 degree temperature drop.

For a short drive through the stunning scenery around Jaen take this route of lesser-known towns.

A week spent in various habitats in southeastern Arizona in summer can produce a variety of species of birds, including southwestern specialties.

This ridge hike in the Laguna Coast Wilderness Park in Laguna Beach, California boasts impressive ocean views.

The 1968 Pontiac GTO is among the legends of muscle. Four years earlier, the 1964 model burst on the scene and made a mark that it would hold against fierce competition.

As we hear the eulogies for Pontiac, many car enthusiasts come not to bury the excitement division but to praise it.

What is a working class Columbian teenager to do when she is desperate for money? Why, become a drug mule of course.

The Hottest State is the story of a young man's tumultuous relationship with a unique woman.

Shopping away from home can be fascinating, and Gran Canaria is no exception. Try the C.C Atlantico in Vecindario or a Shopping Trip to Las Palmas for a holiday bargain.

An overview of Costa Rica's best dive sites brings divers large pelagic species to the West and an abundance of coral to the East making for an excellent diving vacation.

The El Tour de Tucson is one of the largest road bicycling events in the United States.

Argentina's Cordoba Province owes much to the Jesuits who not only established the University of San Carlos in 1613 but successfully farmed the fertile land.

Newport Beach is a fashionable beach vacation community in Southern California. Pet friendly hotels welcome Fido or Fifi to travel along and join the fun.

At 9,157 feet above sea level, Mt. Lemmon is a popular escape from Tucson's summer heat. It's a biology lesson as well, equivalent to driving from Mexico to Canada.

See the best of the new annual plants available to home gardeners in 2008. New colors, healthier plants and interesting flower forms can all be found.

Enroute to Peru's Inca heartland or Bolivia's highlands, visitors often stay in Arequipa, at the foot of Andes, to take in its unique architecture and outdoor activities.

Southeast Arizona is famous for birdwatching. Several species of birds found in Mexico have ranges that cross over into southern Arizona, allowing for many specialties.

How to start a home business, increase sales, make money, and have business success. How Franko's Maps began and grew from a hobby into a money making business.

The Miraval Life in Balance Resort, featured on the Oprah Show, is one of Tucson, Arizona's top destination spas. Plan your spa vacation today.

If you want to purchase a Peppermint Shrimp to take care of aiptasia in your tropical reef tank, make sure you are actually getting L. wurdemanni.

Holy Saints who emitted the Odors of Sanctity are said to have emitted the aroma of virtue.

The coast west of Gibraltar has some of Spain's best beaches and coastal attractions, with miles of white sand known as the Costa de la Luz or Coast of Light.

Internet coupons, discount codes, and online grocery coupons are just a few of the ways smart shoppers score hot deals and save money on groceries and other items.

Cruise passengers can choose a shore excursion to Seville or enjoy the shopping, restaurants, beaches, famous paintings and winding old streets in Cadiz.

Excellent hiking in Tucson, AZ - go to Sabino Canyon Recreation Area in the Santa Catalina Mountains. Miles of trails for hiking and biking lead to "best views of Tucson"

After a long day the last thing you want to do is spend an hour in the kitchen cooking. Here are three quick meals that are pleasing to the eye as well as to the palate.

Hiking the trails of The Santa Monica Mountains satisfies the stressed urbanites need to interact with the environment in a meaningful way. Nature's elixir for the soul.

In the first few moments of Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor several American ships are destroyed and numerous lives are lost.

Madrid's Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza Collection and Art Center of Queen Sophia constitute one of the world's greatest concentrations of fine art open to the public.

An asteroid approximately 60 meters in diameter has a 1-in-25 chance of smashing into Mars on January 30, 2008.

Suburban park just twenty miles north of downtown Tucson in Oro Valley provides an easy family-friendly trail that includes Hohokam owl petroglyphs as well as live owls.