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1. Back To Nature Wildlife Refuge
Back to Nature is to date the only organization we have ever donated money to who called us to say thanks! A personal phone call -- wow. Awesome.
A trip to central Florida wouldn't be complete without a visit to Back to Nature. We visited in the…More »
2. J T McHart's Pizza Restaurant
When my sweetie asked what I would like to do for my birthday (yesterday), I said I want to go to J T McHart's Pizza! I hadn't been here since high school, and never returned through my adult years because I forgot the name and couldn't find it. It…More »
3. Southfork Ranch
Please read my review as someone who is EXTREMELY biased as a 30+ year-fan of the show. It would be impossible to pretend to relate as a tourist who's not also a fan, because that's not the case.
Disclaimer aside...
The Southfork tour was wonderful!…More »
4. The Cheesecake Factory
Santa Clara, CA 95050
(408) 246-0092
Categories:
American (New),
Desserts,
American (Traditional)
Like last year, my birthday (yesterday) dinner was celebrated here! Fabulous! They even sang to me and brought me a special birthday ice cream sundae with my name spelled out in chocolate syrup! Our party of six got the royal treatment, with prompt…More »
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1/29/2011
The Cheesecake Factory is never a place that we've gone to of our own choosing. It always has to be… Read more »
5. West Cliff Drive
Beautiful.
Not only a lovely fragrance of Estee Lauder, but the word that comes to mind when thinking of West Cliff Drive.
Probably the most scenic place I can think of to take a walk. To one side, gorgeous bay water and coastal plants. To the other,…More »
6. Discovery Cove
If you've ever dreamed of swimming with rays, dolphins, and other creatures, this is a great place to do that! I've been twice and would go again in a heartbeat. It's one of those awesome parks where everything is my favorite. I love everything.
It's…More »
7. Venetian Pool
Coral Gables, FL 33134
(305) 460-5306
Categories:
Swimming Pools,
Landmarks & Historical Buildings
Beautiful, gorgeous, fun! A must-visit if you love water. This is fresh, natural filtered water, not eye-stinging chlorinated typical public pool water. Be aware, however, that it may not be warm enough for some people. My partner does not swim in…More »
8. Daly City
The fog of Daly City is what I remember of it and it's absolutely beautiful. Misty, foggy, spectacular. Of course, I've never had to drive in it! I used to take the bus through here to get to work and loved the view. It's also the first city my…More »
9. Niagara Falls
Beautiful and romantic! Visit with someone you're in love with.
Oh, and bring a camera!
10. Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory
If you love butterflies and tropical plants, you'll be in sweaty heaven in this place. I do mean SWEATY. When they offer for you to remove your coat and hang it in the complimentary coat hanger area, take that as a warning: it's stuffy and tropical…More »
11. Legion of Honor
Probably the prettiest place in SF.
Their current special French exhibit is tremendously thought-provoking. Made me realize how deficient my knowledge of French history is. If you enjoy French impressionism or studying France, you must see this…More »
12. de Young
If you're a classical art obsessive like me, get thee to the deYoung NOW! Birth of Impressionism is only there 'til September!
Magnificent works of art that I'd never seen in person...no waiting in line...classy place set in a beautiful park...drool!
…More »
13. Jefferson National Expansion Memorial
St Louis, MO 63102
(877) 982-1410
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Museums,
Parks
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Definitely worth a visit if you're interested in national landmarks. Check out the museum below; it's very cool! This visit was my first exposure to the Mississippi River, and I was blown away at how murky and brown it is. I'd had no idea. The air…More »
14. Sleep
I don't know about people who can sleep without a cat. How is that possible? Without the loud purring, demanding paws pushing at your face, curling into crevices you didn't know you had, meowing your sleepy ass awake every morning, ready or not? We…More »
15. St Joseph Cathedral Basilica
This is a beautiful place to sit and think, feel, rejoice, behold. Or none of those: just be. The quietness has an indescribable beauty. I haven't attended any services or events here. Only sat and absorbed the quietness. Never seen such a beautiful…More »
16. Wholesale Insurance
I only feel greatness about these great people. Great, great, great!
Totally nice, patient, responsive, knowledgeable, very cool folks.
Great!
17. Baskin-Robbins
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 241-7854
Categories:
Bakeries,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt,
Caterers
This location, and its competent employees, handled a promotional discount event with so much grace and obvious preparation, that it was hardly discernible to be a promotional event. No crowding, fighting, cutting in line, frustrated customers,…More »
18. Mexicali Grill
Happy update alert!
The service here the last few times has been excellent. No trace of the assholery described in the last update. Really, really hope that continues because our friends, and I, love this place!
We had a special group dinner here last…More »
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9/18/2010
This is not a reduced rating due to the food, but the service. We had the strangest customer service… Read more »
19. Frankie, Johnnie, & Luigi, Too!
This place is memorable as much for the artwork as the food. Portraits of famous people, very much like the art that I do. Great!
Everything here is delicious, and the service is great. You can order a pizza or salad or pasta or bread and it's…More »
20. Aaron Brothers Art & Framing
The young man working behind the counter stood there patiently while I searched for the perfect combination of painting supplies to total $100 (the amount of my gift certificate). Really incredible. He had the patience of a saint. I take my art…More »
21. Michaels Arts & Crafts
I've shopped here for years but have never been thrilled with the quality of my experience until now.
Had been looking for an item for many weeks that always seemed to be sold out or, perish the thought, discontinued. Hadn't asked for assistance…More »
22. The Stanford Theatre
Tonight the film caught on fire.
At first we weren't sure what happened; the film seemed to burn up on the screen and the place went mostly dark. Then, the alarms sounded.
Stanford Theatre patrons truly are the most awesome, warm, caring people,…More »
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12/15/2008
The movies, atmosphere, organ performances, decor, prices, nearby places to have lunch/dinner, and… Read more »
23. my backyard
To celebrate my 300th review and 3rd year reviewing on Yelp, I want to review something really worth celebrating: my backyard.
It's a very, very special place.
It is not like any other backyard I have known. This is partly due to the number of…More »
24. Natural Bridges State Beach
I got married here fourteen years ago today. It was always one of my favorite places. It's beautiful, and the site/parking was free (I don't think that's still true) which made it easy on the wedding guests. My now-ex and I used to go back every six…More »
25. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
How refreshing and unexpected to see the Boardwalk's restrooms looking so much cleaner! I've never seen them so clean. Yay for that!
The free Eddie Money beach show was the reason we went. I'd never seen him perform before, and the price was right. I…More »
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7/12/2010
Like so many, I grew up going to the Boardwalk. It's an old friend.
Even when I don't go on any of… Read more »
26. Niagara Falls Aviary
Want to go somewhere where the birds are so beautiful, you get dizzy?
This was a happy stop! Rainbow lorikeets, oh my! I had four of them on me at a time! They are little clowns! Who knew? Oh, my kingdom for a picture!
They did not allow personal…More »
27. Ocean Beach
Beautiful sunset, anyone? This is the place!
Much cleaner than I expected, based on some of the reviews. Maybe I was in a specifically clean segment of it. Sounds like it's not everyone's cup of tea, but I guess it depends what you're doing at the…More »
28. Amber India
My first time eating in any of the restaurants in Santana Row! Finding it was the hardest part! Just so you know, it's next to Peet's Coffee.
A dear friend of ours loves Indian food and we wanted to take her someplace dress-up special. Given this…More »
29. Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom is the like the Disneyland of the Southeast: it's the Disney World park which most mirrors the Anaheim park. So, if you love Disneyland, you'll probably love this place.
The awesome:
*Fastpass -- no waiting in line for rides, they just…More »
30. Zoo Miami
One of my very favorite zoos. Fantastic animals, beautiful photo ops, and great exercise walking the wonderful grounds. This is definitely on the list for if we ever return to Miami.
If you're in the area and like zoos, go here! The city ought to be…More »
31. Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
Honolulu, HI 96815
(808) 396-4229
I don't know if it was due to the time of year (July in early afternoon), but we didn't see hardly any wildlife, either underwater or above. Handful of fish but that's it. The water, of course, was clear and gorgeous!
This was my first time…More »
32. Exotic Feline Breeding Compound
This is the place for serious cat lovers to visit. Unlike many other sanctuaries and zoos, this is specifically a breeding compound. The goal is to keep these species propagated and prevent them from becoming extinct. Extinction is a very real…More »
33. Taco Bell
Although I haven't been to all of them, I think I can authoritatively say that this is the most beautiful Taco Bell in the world.
It's right on the beach in Pacifica. Absolutely gorgeous. They couldn't have picked a better location for a restaurant…More »
34. San Bruno
Totally, excessively, wonderfully beautiful. I used to work near Skyline College in San Bruno and the views were exceptional. How could ANY place be so beautiful? Hills, sea, sky, clouds, trees, sunrise, sunsets, oh my!
If you haven't seen these…More »
35. Braly Park
Braly Park is right next to Braly Elementary School. The main characteristics of this park for me are the numerous swings (yay! so much fun), the water (but the moat and the fountain right now are without water -- they'll fill up again soon as it…More »
36. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
This is a spectacularly beautiful, cozy, convenient, clean, luxurious hotel in Monterey. I recommend staying here and asking for an ocean view if you really want to "do" Monterey (one of the most romantic places in the world) and don't mind the cost…More »
37. Muir Woods
Mill Valley, CA 94941
(415) 388-2595
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Parks
It was during a hike through Muir Woods that I regained the feeling of "damn we're lucky to live in Northern California" that can sometimes get lost. If you ever forget how fantastic redwoods are, you have to go to Muir Woods and remember.
Redwood…More »
38. Davenport Beach
This beach is a photographer's dream. In fact, we found out about it when a photographer friend brought us with her on one of her shoots. It's fabulous! Go, and bring a camera. I don't care if you're a pro or not. Sometimes great shots just take…More »
39. The Mountain Winery
Saratoga, CA 95070
(408) 741-2822
Categories:
Wineries,
Music Venues,
Venues & Event Spaces
Absolutely beautiful, romantic setting in which to enjoy music. You get to sit out under the stars without being fallen on by disorderly potheads bouncing around, like on the lawn at Shoreline. It's the classiest music venue I've ever been to, by…More »
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Yelping SinceDecember 2008
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