Marukame Udon Japanese Restaurant in Waikiki – Worth the Long Wait?

Marukame Udon is a popular Japanese restaurant in the heart of Waikiki, Honolulu's premier tourism district. Reservations are not accepted. And why should they be when hungry locals and tourists alike are willing to wait in line to satisfy their craving for homemade udon and, tempura? But with those lengthy lines stretching down Kuhio Avenue, …

The Beautiful Oakland Hills – Who Says You Can’t Go Home Again?

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70 Days Across America Oakland, California, is a diverse city of 433,031 people. While the city has dozens of neighborhoods, most locals divide it into Downtown Oakland, West Oakland, North Oakland, and East Oakland - which are collectively thought of as the Flatlands - and the Oakland Hills. Why I’m Here … So what am …

Barrios Mexican Restaurant in San Antonio

Los Barrios Mexican Restaurant San Antonio is a popular Mexican eatery in the South Texas city. Serving authentic "casero style" cooking,  it has an extensive menu running from appetizers and soups to nachos, a la carte dishes, and numerous  Mexican dinners. 70 Days Across America I spent a week in the city of San Antonio. …

Laguna Beach C’est La Vie Restaurant Review

70 Days Across America C'est La Vie Restaurant is a California-style French restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Laguna Beach, California. The menu runs from burgers, salads, and crepes to seafood, French specialties, and pasta. And it overlooks the beach. Why I’m Here … So what am I doing in Laguna Beach? Laguna Beach is …

Danville Eugene O’Neill Festival in the San Francisco Bay Area

70 Days Across America The Danville Eugene O'Neill Festival is held each fall in the San Francisco Bay Area. Plays by the Irish-American playwright are staged in a barn at Tao House in the bucolic hills of the Tri-Valley area. Although the plays were sold out, room was made for me to attend one. What …

San Antonio Day of the Dead

70 Days Across America San Antonio Day of the Dead - known as Dia de los Muertos -in Spanish -  is an important holiday with roots dating back 3,000 years.  This festival is a celebration of the dearly departed. There are more than 20 events, with processions, parades, festivals, and live music. Why I’m Here …

Blackhawk Museum Classic Car Collection

70 Days Across America Blackhawk Museum Classic Car Collection is one of five collections at one of the most eclectic and interesting museums in the San Francisco Bay Area. Others include the Old West., ancient China, out of Africa, and the natural world. Why I’m Here … So what am I doing in Danville? Danville …

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