Operated by Cobb County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs, West Cobb Aquatic Center offers open and lap swims and a number of instructional programs, including water aerobics and workouts. This facility also has a wading area and dive well.
Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport SBY is an airport serving the Salisbury, Maryland metropolitan area. SBY Airport is situated approximately five miles to the southeast of Lansing’s city center.
SBY Airport has a variety of parking options including short-term and long-term. US Airways flies in and out of SBY serving several domestic locations. Top destinations from Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport are Charlotte, Philadelphia and Baltimore.
At Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport there is an array of dining and retail options. In terms of services there are ATMs, postal services, shoeshine, recharging stations and Wi-Fi.
Getting to and from SBY Airport has never been easier with options including taxis and car rentals available. If staying near Salisbury-Ocean City Wicomico Regional Airport there are over 14 hotel and motel options within six miles of the airport.
Sacramento International Airport SMF is an airport serving the Sacramento Area. SMF Airport is situated approximately 10 miles to the northwest of Sacramento’s city center. The airport moves about 9 million passengers annually. SMF opened in 1967 after the County Board of Supervisors commissioned a study to move air operations to sparsely populated areas. With rapid growth in the 1990s “international” was added to the name in 1998.
Located just north of I-5 on Airport Boulevard, SMF Airport has a variety of parking options including economy, short-term, long-term, garage and valet. Sacramento Airport consists of two terminals (A, B) with 32 gates. Terminal A and B are connected by shuttle bus. There are 12 airlines that fly in and out of SMH serving several international and domestic locations.
At Sacramento International Airport there is an array of quick service and full service dining options, ranging from Starbucks to California Pizza Kitchen. Whether it is books and magazines on your list or clothing and accessories MSP has you covered with options ranging from the Travel Mart to Vino Volo. In terms of services there are currency exchanges, Massage Bar, shoeshine, and ATMs.
Getting to and from SMF International Airport has never been easier including the Yolobus, taxis, limousines, vans, car rentals and shuttles available. If staying over at Sacramento International Airport there is 3 nearby hotel and motel options including the Four Points By Sheraton Airport Hotel, Holiday Inn Express and the Motel 8 Las Vegas.
If you appreciate flowers, plants, trees, and their relationship with the environment, consider visiting the Los Angeles County Arboretum and Botanic Garden. This is a 127-acre space with fountains, lagoons, strolling peacocks, and peaceful trails that will fill your senses with color and aromas.
Must see and do at the Arboretum
Queen Anne Cottage – This Victorian style house that was built in 1885 by Elias Jackson Baldwin can be toured on Fridays and Saturdays. Other than its architecture, this house is famous for being in the opening credits of the TV show "Fantasy Island" and for the everlasting rumors that it may be haunted.
Hugo Reid Adobe – The original adobe was built in 1840 using the labor of Native Americans that had lived in the area for many years prior. It was reconstructed in the mid-1900s using their original techniques. You can learn about its history, and of the Tongva Indians, by walking about the structure.
The gardens – They are organized geographically so that you will appreciate the differences between the flora from the Mediterranean, for example, to that of the Americas, Africa, Australia, and more.
Best and worse time to go to the Arboretum
Admission is free on the third Tuesday of the month. However, there are no tram tours on that day.
You may want to catch a lecture, a workshop, or a music concert. There are many listed on the park's calendar at Arboretum.org. On the flip side, if you are not interested in a concert, plan your visit on a different day. They fill up the parking lots to capacity and what is usually free becomes pricey.
Admission to the Arboretum
Admission is under $10. You can pay with cash or with credit card. Some workshops and lectures may have an additional cost.
The Arboretum is located in the City of Arcadia, about 30 minutes northeast of downtown LA. There is public transportation available. You can plan your visit on metro.net.
Wildlife at the Arboretum
Hundreds of peacocks live at the Arboretum. Take some time to admire them as they walk freely throughout the park. They are unafraid of humans because Arcadia has been their home since the late 1800s. You will be amused.
Insider tip of the Arboretum
Wear comfortable shoes as you will do a lot of walking. California's sun is often bright so a hat and sun glasses may be useful.
From June through September the Pasadena Symphony and Pops holds its season at the Arboretum. It is a fabulous way to enjoy a classical music concert under the stars of a balmy California evening. See if your visit matches one of their dates at PasadenaSymphony-pops.org.
Author's Bio: Dena Burroughs has lived in Los Angeles for almost 30 years. She loves palm trees, peacocks, and dancing Salsa. VidaSalsera.com is her own website.
Carroll County Agriculture Center is an expansive, indoor facility designed to accomodate a range of community needs. The 20 acres of meeting rooms, banquet rooms, outdoor facilities and state-of-the-art arena provide Westminster with a premier location for rodeos, live entertainment, trade shows and the Carroll County Farmer's Market. To learn about upcoming events or to inquire about booking and rental rates, visit the website provided.
The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County (NHM) does an extraordinary job in giving visitors of all ages a "big picture" of our planet. The museum houses one of the world's top collections of natural and cultural history. NHM protects more than 35 million objects, some dating back 4.5 billion years. Many are displayed within the Dinosaur, Mammal, Bird, and Insect Halls, as well as in the Discovery Center, interactive Nature Lab, Gem and Mineral Rooms, and Nature Gardens.
Best and worst time to go to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
Not surprisingly, the museum is crowded on weekends, holidays, and during the summer. Weekdays can be crowded, too, with school field trips. The best times to visit NHM are weekday afternoons, after 1:30 p.m., and weekend mornings at 9:30 a.m.
Must See/Do at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
The Natural History Museum has a wealth of "must-sees" starting with the Halls of North American and African Mammals, with dioramas of animals in their "realistic" settings. The 14,000 square foot Dinosaur Hall is stunning. Be sure not to miss the Nature Lab on Level G with live animals, including frogs, turtles, snakes and rats.
Admission to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
The museum is open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except New Year's Day, Independence Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas). Admission ranges from $5 to mid-teens; children 2 and under are free. Specialty combo tickets, which include the seasonal Butterfly and Spider Pavilions, are higher.
How to get to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
The Natural History Museum is located in Exposition Park at 900 Exposition Boulevard between Vermont Avenue and Figueroa Street. Paid parking is available (cash only) at the Museum's Car Park (Exposition Blvd. and Bill Robertson Lane). The Expo Rail Line stops right at the museum (exit at the Expo/Vermont stop).
Food at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
The NHM Grill on Level G of the museum serves burgers and grilled sandwiches, salads, wraps, soups and pre-packaged snacks and drinks. You can dine inside or on the outside patio.
Insider tips for visitors to the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles
Free admission is offered on the first Tuesday of each month, except in July and August. If you take Metro to the Natural History Museum, show your ticket or pass and receive $1.25 off an adult admission. The daily "Hidden in Plain Sight" tours offer fun hidden factoids that you might miss-like the predatory wolves hidden in the plains bison diorama.
Author's bio: Lori Huck works in television development as well as writes on entertainment and the arts. She's a fan of the vibrant arts scene in Los Angeles and is a member of many museums and arts organizations.
Saint Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport PIE is dual civilian/military airport serving the St. Petersburg and Clearwater metropolitan areas. PIE Airport is situated approximately nine miles to the of St. Petersburg’s downtown. Currently, the airport transports about 800,000 passengers annually. The airport is predominantly known for its low cost carriers Southwest Airlines and Allegiant Air, as well as its use by private planes.
Located to the northwest of I-275 on Roosevelt Boulevard, PIE Airport has a variety of parking options including economy, short-term, long-term and covered. Saint Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport consists of a main terminal, which houses nine gates, all connected via walkway. There are four airlines that fly in and out of PIE serving several domestic locations and a handful of Canadian cities. Top destinations from Saint Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport are Gulfport-Biloxi, Knoxville and Greer, South Carolina.
At Saint Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport there is an array of quick service and full service dining. In terms of services there are gift shops, duty free shops, ATMs and Wi-Fi.
Getting to and from PIE International Airport has never been easier with options including taxis, shuttles and six car rental agencies to choose from. If staying over at Saint Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport there are over 20 hotel and motel options including the Marriott Courtyard, the Holiday Inn Express and the Hilton St. Petersburg Carillon Park.
Los Angeles County Clinics & Health Care Centers is located in Baldwin Park. It specializes in environmental health, striving to promote health and quality of life to the residents of Los Angeles County. The clinic does this through identifying, preventing and controlling harmful environmental factors throughout the country. Areas it works with include beaches, water wells, public pools, lead hazards, food, housing, emergency preparedness, chemical hazards and landfills.