Jeff Martinez's Article in Holidays

1019 Fun-Filled San Diego Events for the Holidays
If you’ve traveled to San Diego, you’ve likely shopped and dined in its historic Gaslamp Quarter, caught a Chargers game at QUALCOMM Stadium, relaxed in one of its sandy beaches or enjoyed SeaWorld San Diego’s world-renowned rides and attractions. If you haven’t been in San Diego for the holidays, however, you’re missing out on some of the best holiday celebrations anywhere. Check out these great San Diego events for the holidays, plus recommended San Diego hotels that lie near them.
Posted on Jan-20-2011

1114 Celebrate Turkey Day at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
November is an ideal time to be in the Big Apple: You can see fall foliage at its peak at Central Park, run in all five of the city’s boroughs for the annual New York City Marathon, and catch some of the biggest names in comedy at the New York Comedy Festival. As if that weren’t enough, New York also kicks off the holiday season with one of the country’s largest and longest-running parades - the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Posted on Nov-15-2010

1549 Spooky Fun Lurks at New York’s Village Halloween Parade
We’re one day into October and Halloween is fast approaching! Countless party lovers and trick-or-treaters throughout the country are already clamoring to don their ghoulish masks and sport their most outrageous costumes. Though parties, haunted houses and other Halloween events are never short in number almost anywhere you look, there’s one celebration in particular that stands apart from the rest — but you’ll have to be in the Big Apple to participate.
Posted on Oct-04-2010

1552 4th of July Events in Major Cities
Nothing says Independence Day quite like a colorful and thundering fireworks display, and if you’re lucky enough to be in any of the major destinations noted below this 4th of July, you’ll have a front row seat to some of the nation’s most dazzling pyrotechnic spectacles. Whether you plan on spending the holiday in the nation’s capital, the Big Apple, or even sunny Orlando, you can soak up patriotic spirit while marveling at colorful explosions that light up the night sky.
Posted on Jun-28-2010

1416 2010 Memorial Day Weekend Events
Memorial Day 2010 beckons and what better way to show your patriotic spirit than to be a spectator or participant at one of the many fun-filled events slated to take place over Memorial Day weekend, which runs from Friday, May 28 through Memorial Day on Monday, May 31. A host of parades, fairs and other events are in the offing, all of which are free of charge.
Posted on May-17-2010

1399 Pamper Mom with a Mother’s Day Spa Getaway
With Mother’s Day just around the corner, you’re probably searching for the perfect gift. You might be contemplating whether to give mom a new dress, an upgraded kitchen appliance, or another fine piece of jewelry she can add to her collection. But such a gift does little to relieve the daily stress of work and family life. Between putting in late hours at the office, cooking, cleaning, and helping the kids with their homework, mom is probably in serious need of a breather.
Posted on Apr-26-2010

757 Don’t Miss Fun-Filled Easter Parades and Egg Hunts
Thankfully, the frigid days of winter are behind us and spring has almost sprung. There’s nothing like the sound of chirping birds and the smell of blooming flowers to remind us that sleet and snow will give way to much-longed-for sunshine, setting the stage for the perfect Easter egg hunt or parade. These events, some of which are expected to draw thousands, will take center stage in some of the country’s hottest spring break destinations, from vibrant New York City to historic New Orleans.
Posted on Mar-22-2010