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Quirky and Unusual Things to do in NYC

Jazz Hostels — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 19:57:56 +0000

To make your visit to New York City even more interesting and unusual, check out these quirky things to do in the City! See a Free Magic Show Every Sunday at 3pm Abracadabra Superstore hosts a free magic show. While you’re there, browse their amazing selections of costumes, masks, wigs, magic supplies, clown supplies, novelty and gag [...]

Cheap and Free Activities in Montreal

Jazz Hostels — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:40:07 +0000

A visit to Montréal doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here are some cheap and free things to do in the City! Photo at Mount Royal © Colocho Mount Royal It would be easy to spend an entire day exploring Mount Royal (entrance is free). Take a hike to the top of Mount Royal’s highest peak (764 ft/233 m) [...]

Ice Skating in Montreal

Jazz Hostels — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 21:48:17 +0000

With hundreds of indoor and outdoor skating rinks to choose from and long cold winters, Montréal is an ice skater’s paradise. Some outdoor skating rinks have free admission and almost all rinks offer skate rentals. Be sure to check with the rinks for their months and hours of operations before heading out. Here are a few [...]

Miami Shopping

Jazz Hostels — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:59:13 +0000

Two of the most popular places for going shopping in Miami are South Beach and downtown Miami. Photo © chensiyuan Shopping in South Beach There are many places to go shopping in South Beach. Check out Collins Ave between 5th and 9th streets for a variety of touristy and designer shops. This is just a couple of blocks [...]

Grand Central Station’s Whispering Gallery

Jazz Hostels — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 01:37:18 +0000

For a cool experience in New York City’s Grand Central Terminal, check out the intriguing whispering gallery. Photo © Vacacion Located on the dinning concourse, near the Oyster Bar & Restaurant, the low arches in front of the restaurant carry sound in an unusual way. When one person whispers into an arch in one corner, it will [...]

22 Things to do in Miami for Nature Lovers

Jazz Hostels — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:18:49 +0000

Tired of the cold winter weather? Come to Miami where it is often 80 degrees (27 C) in the winter and there is always something to do outdoors! Check out the list of things to do in South Florida for nature lovers: See tropical plants at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden Learn about endangered pine rockland habitat at [...]

10 Things to Do in Winter in New York City

Jazz Hostels — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 22:44:39 +0000

Here are some great things to do in New York City in the winter: Go Ice Skating Photo © Mr Bullitt Take a spin around the iconic Rockefeller skating rink. You can show off your skills or take a lesson with a pro. Skate rentals are available. The Rink at Rockefeller Center is open until April. For hours [...]

Montreal High Lights Festival

Jazz Hostels — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:44:00 +0000

It’s festival time in Montreal! Montreal’s 11th annual High Lights Festival starts February 18th and ends at dawn on the 28th. Each year a country, city and region are highlighted. This year’s event spotlights Portugal, New Orleans and the Eastern Townships of southeastern Quebec. Photo © peiranliu The High Lights Festival has tons of performances – musical, [...]

List of Montreal Museums

Jazz Hostels — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 05:21:46 +0000

Here is a list of some of the top museums in Montreal, Canada including art museums, botanical gardens, natural history and more! Photo of The Museum of Fine Arts © chucka_nc POINTE-A-CALLIERE MUSEUM The Pointe-a-Calliere museum sits on the site of Montreal’s first settlement. Housing artifacts and history about Montreal, it’s a great place to learn about the [...]

Photos of the Miami Skyline

Jazz Hostels — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:05:27 +0000

Miami is the 4th most populated urban area of the United States after New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago. Here are some photos of the beautiful Miami skyline! Read more about Miami! Jazz on South Beach Hostel Miami’s hottest water sports List of Miami Museums Weird and Wacky Things to Do in Miami Visit Miami on a Budget South Beach Spring [...]