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Archive for the ‘Attractions’ Category

June 15th, 2008

What is a Cyclorama in Atlanta, Anyway?

I have to admit that I thought that the Cyclorama had to do something with bicycles. Actually, a Cyclorama, is a huge cylindrical painting in which the viewer gets a 360-degree view of the painting. The Cyclorama, located in Grant Park has been entertaining folks in Atlanta since 1893. The Cyclorama also has Civil […]

By Claudine -- 2 comments

June 13th, 2008

Canine Cocktail Hour at Hotel Indigo

Photo: Maggie has her photo opportunity at Hotel Indigo. The sign on the chair says,
Don’t Forget the Little People. Courtesy of Hotel Indigo.
 
Pampered pets in Atlanta know to urge their owners to take them to Hotel Indigo, a boutique hotel where they dine and enjoy cocktail hour with their two-legged friends. The pets have […]

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June 12th, 2008

Guess the Destination

 

I went to this place last night. I arrived late, caught up in horrible traffic on 285 East and I-85 North. A snail moved faster than I in that rush hour traffic. I had to be at this place at 7:30 p.m., and I showed up there at about 8 a.m. Thankfully, when […]

By Claudine -- 0 comments

June 11th, 2008

The New World of Coca Cola Pics

Atlanta is the home of Coca Cola, and I promised you all pictures of the New World of Coca Cola. When I make a promise, I try to deliver. The New World of Coca Cola is right next door to the Georgia Aquarium and walking distance from the CNN Center in Atlanta.

Oh my goodness! […]

By Claudine -- 2 comments

June 10th, 2008

Inside CNN in Atlanta

Inside CNN is a tour of the  CNN broadcasting tower, located at 100 CNN Center in Atlanta. First you take an 8-story escalator up to the an atrium area where you will hear facts about CNN. There, you will also have the opportunity to take a photo at a mock CNN newsroom desk. One person […]

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June 7th, 2008

Cool off, Music and Movies in Centennial Park

 
This is how we cool off in Atlanta and with temperatures in the 90s. you now know one reason why Atlanta is called Hotlanta.  These children are participating in the traditional cool-off in the Olympic Rings fountain at Centennial Olympic Park. The water is synchronized and is programmed to spurt up or down. Centennial […]

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June 5th, 2008

Video of the Georgia Aquarium

 
Get an insider’s view of the Georgia Aquarium. Hey, the parking is easy at the aquarium, there is a parking garage on-site. Parking is $10 if you buy the ticket at the garage. You can save $1 and pay $9 by buying your parking ticket in advance here.  However, I found $3 all day parking […]

By Claudine -- 10 comments

June 4th, 2008

The New World of Coca Cola

 
The New World of Coca Cola is located right next door to the Georgia Aquarium in midtown Atlanta. I got more than I bargained for during my trip there. I especially enjoyed the 4D theater. A 4D Theater incorporates the 3D visuals with other senses. At the New World of Coca Cola, the chairs bucked […]

By Claudine -- 1 comment

June 3rd, 2008

Recap of the Georgia Renaissance Festival

The Georgia Renaissance festival, held in Fairburn, Ga., ended on Sunday. The festival, which celebrates Medieval times, is held yearly in the spring.  So, here’s a look at what you can expect to see if you decide to go.
 

The royal court was around various times during the day for photo opportunities. They were a […]

By Claudine -- 2 comments

June 1st, 2008

Getting Some Play at the Georgia Renaissance Festival

I was just minding my own business on the last day of the Georgia Renaissance Festival on Sunday. The festival features costumed actors and actresses, food (I ate a giant turkey leg) demonstrations, and shopping. The festival lasts about a month, and I was surprised to see festival-goers wearing costumes. Anyway, I went to the […]

By Claudine -- 0 comments