I've been through Denali Park many times, and I've stayed in a variety of hotels & motels, even camped in the camprgrounds - some great, some not so great. Last summer my favorite place I stayed was Denali River Cabins, it was such a nice place! Our cabin was super clean (which you don't always see when you're in the wilds of Denali Park!) and the staff was totally accommodating. We pulled in to Denali just after 5, hungry enough after the 2 hour drive from Fairbanks, so we went to eat at the on-site restaurant, the Denali Roadhouse. Had an awesome salmon dinner, afterwards we went and lounged in the sauna - it was heavenly. I'll be heading back to Denali this summer, and instead of staying in town, I'll be taking the bus tour out to Kantishna and staying at the Kantishna Roadhouse for a few days. No better way to see McKinley than up close!

Experience 19th century Christmas traditions while learning about Long Beach's local history at Rancho Los Cerritos' "Christmas Open House." Guests may explore the adobe home, decorated for the season, and discover 19th century Mexican and American holiday traditions. Children can participate in crafts and activities from the California frontier, and will be able to take home their own hand-made decorations. Pinata breaking, bi-lingual storytelling and a visit from Santa will certainly make this a memorable event! Free refreshments and live music will be provided.

Christmas Candlelight Tours: Step back to December 23, 1878 as a costumed docent guides guests through the adobe house at Rancho Los Cerritos by lamplight where they can compare today's traditions with yesterday's by learning about 19th century holiday festivities and social attractions, all the while sampling daily life, economic viewpoints and the changing landscape of the Los Angeles region. Don't miss a chance to experience this magical event! Tours begin every few minutes between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Tickets will go on sale November 1, 2007. Cost includes light refreshments and music. Space is limited and reservations are required.

Have a smaller company or group? Join us for this new and exciting concept of enjoying the atmosphere of a larger venue at a competitive price. Enjoy a tempting buffet and dancing in front of the three-story Blue Cavern exhibit in the Great Hall of the Aquarium of the Pacific. Impress your guests by inviting them to the Aquarium of the Pacific for your holiday party. Enjoy fabulous food in a festive and unique atmosphere.

Long Beach Symphony Orchestra: The holiday season comes alive with Christmas carols, stories, costumed characters, singers, and beautiful dancers. It’s a very special time that will surely warm every heart. The Holiday Celebration is part of the Symphony POPS! series and is performed at the beautiful Terrace Theater. Call 562/436-3203, ext. 1 for tickets and information.

If you're relocating to Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Convention and Visitors Bureau has compiled an extensive list of important information and helpful tools. Whether you're moving your household, your business, or both, you'll find helpful information on property & real estate in Pittsburgh, communities & Pittsburgh neighborhoods, relocation services, and much more.

The majority of people think of interior Alaskan Winter and don't immediately think "Vacation!" You'd be surprised though, there are lots of great things to do in Fairbanks Alaska in the winter - you just have to know where to find them. Well, just look up! The Aurora Borealis begins to show itself as the nights get longer and the frost touches the plants. As the weather turns colder, Ice Carving becomes popular, you'll find ice carvings around town, on the UAF Campus, in parks and in front of businesses. In March you can see the World Ice Art Championship. Alaskan Sled Dogs love what they do - and what they do, of course, is pull sleds! Some dog mushers train to compete, some give tours, and some run the dogs because it's just part of their lives. The Yukon Quest dog sled race alternates it's starting and finish line location - every other year it either begins or ends in Fairbanks (opposite years it's in Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, Canada.) Of course there's the favorite local sport of snow-machining, miles and miles of wilderness with pristine snow and not a soul in sight. Regardless of what you choose to pursue in Fairbanks in the winter, you're bound to have a new and unique experience on an Alaskan Vacation.