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Old Town Scottsdale, a nostalgic journey to the Old West

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Scottsdale’s Old Town should be on the itinerary of every visitor to the town. Scottsdale has been called ‘The West’s Most Western Town’ and the Old Town provides a genuine flavor of life in the region in years past. Visitors will find themselves transported into a scene from the Wild West, with rustic buildings and wooden sidewalks. Each shop features a hitching post where riders may tie their mounts. A variety of typical establishments may be found here including specialty merchandise vendors, sellers of customary Western wear and many restaurants and diners. Many buildings of historical interest are to be found in the locality.


With a new orientation as a trendy and fashionable place to be, Old Town is now more attractive than ever. The renowned Fifth Avenue shops continue to attract a wide selection of patrons with a mesmerizing variety of specialty stores. Here you will find traditional shoes, clothing and galleries of Native American art, handicrafts and jewelry.


Over the years Scottsdale Old Town has acquired a reputation as the location of a vast number of fine art galleries. The works of famed as well as less well known artists may be found in these galleries, with a diverse selection of artistic styles on display. The streets which cater to artists are a delightful location for a leisurely stroll; a highlight is the Thursday evening ‘art walk’.


In recent years the Scottsdale Waterfront has becoming one of the fastest developing zones in the locale. Constructed on the sides of the Arizona Canal the Waterfront features art, shops and restaurants. A refreshing oasis on the desert landscape, the locality contains a waterfall and fountains of gushing water.


Numerous restaurants offering delectable cuisine are to be found on the Waterfront, including a wide variety of culinary styles. Choose from P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, a renowned establishment for typical Chinese food; Wildfish Seafood Grille, offering seafood and quality steaks of the first order; and Sauce, with its specialty thin crust pizza and superb selection of wines, as well as many others.


Looking for resorts in Scottsdale Arizona? There is no finer choice than the Millennium Resort Scottsdale McCormick Ranch, one of the exceptional Scottsdale AZ resorts which offers first-class accommodation and hospitality.

Albright-Knox Art Gallery

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Buffalo is the second most populous city in the state of New York with a population of 261,310. Among its vast number of tourist attractions, Albright-Knox Art Gallery has a wide reputation.


The Albright-Knox Art Gallery is located on Delaware Park, opposite Buffalo State College. It is an art museum for modern art and contemporary art.

Cheektowaga hotels have tour packages that include visits to this popular gallery. Even if you are staying in  Buffalo NY lodging this is a must see place.

Contemporary Arts Centre – serving the community as a platform for contemporary issues

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A centre that focuses on shared experiences and an open door culture for any one to experience contemporary art is the Contemporary Arts Centre (CAC) in Cincinnati. The CAC was established in 1939 and for 70 years since then it has been in the forefront of exhibiting contemporary art. The Institution was the fore sight of three local women, and today it has the recognition of all those in the international arena of the art world, having been the first centre in America to solely exhibit works of contemporary art.

When Picasso’s Guernica was completed in 1937 and was being toured from 1939 to 1952, the institution became the first one in 1940 to have that piece on display. True to this first tradition the establishment still continues to exhibit famous contemporary artistes. The CAC has featured the works of artistes such as Nam June Paik, I.M. Pei, Jasper Johns, Robert Rauschenberg, and Andy Warhol as well as Laurie Anderson.

True to its radical motto in 1990 the institution was involved in a legal case which defended the right of the city’s residents to be able to view the photographs of Robert Mapplethorpe that were being exhibited at that time.

The CAC promotes growth in the artistic spheres of sculpture, painting, photography, architecture and even performance art. While the centre does not collect works of contemporary art they are focused solely on introducing up and coming artistes to audiences that comprise of those from varied walks of life.

What a better way to end a day of contemporary art than to stay at a Cincinnati Hotel such as the Millennium Hotel Cincinnati. This hotel is positioned to nearby points of interest such as the Great American Ball Park, the Paul Brown Stadium and the Cincinnati Zoo. Guests could enjoy beautiful city views from the rooftop pool and sun deck.

Touring in London

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London is one of the most fascinating, exciting and phenomenal cities in the world with lots to see and do. It is the capital of the United Kingdom and is the biggest metropolis in the European Union.


London is abound with leisure and theme parks, art galleries, museums, Olympic sized sports venues, world renowned theatres, shopping, dining venues and so much more. It is also recognised as one of the well connected cities in the world.


One of the most interesting places to visit in London is the West End which is a popular city shopping and entertainment district. For instance, Covent Garden, Oxford Street, Piccadilly Circus and Leicester Square are famous tourist attractions. Meanwhile the West London area is famous for the chic and residential Notting Hill and Chelsea.


A must see place in this exciting city is the eminent Windsor Castle which has been the home of the Royal Family for a period of about 900 years. It is also the oldest occupied castle in the world. Visitors can go back in time to about 5000 years ago when they visit the amazing Stonehenge.


Bath with its graceful Georgian architecture, streetscapes, abbey and Pulteney Bridge is also a treat to watch while touring in London.


The Tower of London which is named a World Heritage site is also a must see place here. Travellers can also witness the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace, enjoy a cruise along the River Thames and even explore the magnificence of St Paul’s Cathedral at this unparalleled city.


Museum lovers too will have lots to do in this outstanding city. Among the many distinct and diverse museums are the Museum of London, Geffrye Museum, the Science Museum, Sir John Soane’s Museum, the British Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum, National Maritime Museum, Horniman Museum and the Natural History Museum.


Other captivating attractions include the Westminster Abbey, Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, Tate Modern, the National Gallery, The London Eye, Madame Tussauds Wax museum and much more.


There are numerous London hotels that offer easy access to many of these mesmerizing attractions. Among the wide choice of London luxury hotels, The Langham London is one that stands out due to its superb range of facilities and professional service.