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Montrose Dog Beach in Chicago
So you've taken your dog on your travels and now he's ready for a romp on the beach. As dog owners well know, every beach doesn't welcome their furry friends. But Petside.com has just released its list of the nation's Top 10 Dog-Friendly Beaches, calling them fun for dogs and their owners alike. The list:
1. Cape San Blas (Port St. Joe, Fla.) has year-round, leash-free policies and plethora of dog-friendly activities. A sailing program welcomes dogs aboard and many pet-friendly restaurants are nearby.
2. Quiet Waters Park (Annapolis, Md.) reserves a fenced-off area as a beach just for pooches. Moreover, the beach sponsors the annual “Howl-O-Ween Barkin Bash” costume parade for dogs and owners.
3. Block Island (Rhode Island) is a small dog-friendly island open year-round. The beach has a relaxed leash policy, and bans all motor vehicles.
4. Cannon Beach (Cannon Beach, Ore.) is a four-mile stretch of beach along the Pacific, near a town filled with dog-friendly hotels, restaurants and shops. Dogs must stay on-leash, but Petside says the view is worth it.
5. Fort De Soto Park (St. Petersburg, Fla.) has a unique Paw Playground, consisting of fenced-in areas for big and small dogs. The park provides dog showers, a dog beach and fresh drinking water.
6. Carmel City Beach (Carmel, Calif.) is breathtakingly beautiful beach is perfect for the couple looking to stroll along in the sand with their pet. And after a peaceful walk on the beach, you and your dog can meander up to the charming town of Carmel, where many restaurants and shops are completely dog friendly. Carmel City Beach is ideal for a romantic day that can include your pooch.
7. Jekyll Island (Georgia) is an eco-friendly getaway with 10 miles of unspoiled white sand beaches.
8. Coronado (San Diego) is a fun beach for pets and owners alike. The sunny beaches around Coronado are also famous for hosting some of the most unique dog competitions in the area. Our favorite is the Loews Coronado Bay Resort surf dog competition in Imperial Beach - the nation's largest surfing competition for pups.
9. Stewart Beach (Galveston, Tex.) is well regarded as one of the better family-oriented beaches in Texas. So bring your dog and your youngsters.
10. Montrose Dog Beach (Chicago) is home to a wonderful dog park where residents bring their dogs to run in the sun (off-leash) on a stretch of beach.
Honorable mentions went to St. George Island (Fla.), Hunting Island State Park (Saint Helena (Island, South Carolina), Mission Bay (San Francisco), Jennings Dog Beach (Fairfield, Conn.) and Prospect Park Dog Beach (Brooklyn, N.Y.).
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Trivial question
Which two states border the most other states? (Answer somewhere below.)
Free pot brownies -- but don't get too excited
To commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Woodstock, Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego will serve free Pot Brownies to guests checking in Aug. 14-16. But relax: The brownies, which will be served a la mode, may not exactly be what you are thinking of. They are named for the ceramic pots in which they are baked and not for any "secret" ingredients.
For hotel information, visit www.hardrockhotelsd.com.
Worth quoting
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a cash advance."
--- Bongo Bob
Mozart, Merlot and river rafting in Oregon
On Sept. 16-20 James Henry’s annual Mozart and Merlot and Gourmet California Cuisine Trip is offered on a rafting/kayaking/camping trip along Oregon's Rogue River. Participants can listen to the melodies of guest violinist Cindy Albers whiledining on wild salmon, chicken fajitas, pasta primavera, and Lamb Tagine. River sojourners will also sip the Zinfandels, Chardonnays, and Cabernet Sauvignons of Sonoma County’s Ravenswood Winery. This is also an opportunity to hike or run the Rogue River trail. Cost is $975 for adults and youths. The price includes all on-river meals and wine, services of professional guides, musicians, winemakers, oar, paddle rafts, inflatable kayaks, and transportation from Galice, Ore. and return.
Visit www.riverjourneys.com or call 800-786-1830.
Vancouver, New York hotel prices drop most
According to the the July Hotwire Hotel Rate Report, which charts the top 10 cities in North America where hotel rates have dropped the most, Vancouver and New York City lead the list, meaning there are great bargains out there. Vancouver had a 33% price reduction compared with last year, and New York had a 25% cut. The others on the list and the percent of the drop: Tampa, 24%; Oahau, Hawaii, 24 %; Portland, Ore., 21%; Las Vegas, 20%; San Antonio, 19%; Toronto, 18%; Nashville, 18%; and Miami, 18%.
Fascinating fact
Bhutan is known to its inhabitants as Druk Yul -- Land of the Thunder Dragon.
Trivial answer
Tennessee and Missouri each border eight states. Tennesee is bordered by Kentucky, Missouri, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and Virginia. Missouri is bordered by Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Tennesee, Kentucky and Illinois.
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