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10 Facts About Japan: When Americans hear the word “Japan,” a mishmash of ideas pop into our heads — sushi and rice, manga and anime, kimonos and sumo wrestlers and Japan’s alphabet that looks like hieroglyphics in black brush strokes. We see mosaics in our minds of Samurai swords, origami, geisha robes and Mount Fuji, soba noodles, and oodles more. Here is a carefully compiled list of ten tantalizing and, well, weird aspects of Japanese culture that you probably never even thought of: – See more at: http://theblot.com/top-ten-most-bizarre-facts-about-japan/#sthash.RDyS9ly8.dpuf
Read MoreSummer 2012 fun fundraisers for dog rescues – a listing of events in New York City, Florida, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin
Read MoreHenry Lizardlover and his live lounge lizards (yes, real lizards) are on display can be found every day at Urth Cafe in Hollywood, CA.
Read MoreMexico City from New York City for multi-day Mexican celebration similar to Halloween in U.S. Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead). Also Xochimilco, Zócalo, Diego Rivera and Frieda Kahlo art, Dolores Olmedo Museum, Museo de Arte Popular and more!
Read MoreThe waterways along with chinampas—squares of land for growing crops—are a vestige of pre-Columbian times. Colorfully painted gondola-like wooden boats called Trajineras are available for rent. The Mexican government is doing much to preserve this area. The water in the lagoons is clear and the wildlife is protected. Birds are not allowed to be shot.
Read MoreThe JW Marriott Cancun Resort & Spa is located on a mesmerizing stretch of the Mexican Carribbean coast. This luxury beachfront property is rated Category 6 in the Marriott Rewards program and a level 5 in the AAA Diamonds rating scale.
Read MoreForget your cares, c’mon get happy. While the weather is fine we can reach right up and touch the sky—ready, set, go. Tours New Chelsea Food Tour www.walkingtoursmanhattan.com Visit art galleries, nightclubs, the famous Chelsea Hotel, High Line Park, Chelsea Piers and stop at Chelsea Market, an indoor gourmet food lovers paradise. Covers 1 mile. … Read more
Read More80-minute massage, pedicure, jacuzzi, room service, pool, beach and great food at the CasaMagna and JW Marriott Hotels in Cancun
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