Archive for
2007
December 26th, 2007 by susan j
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Boston recently appeared on Yahoo! Travel’s Top 10 Destinations for New Year’s Eve. Now, we Bostonians have plenty of New Year’s parties to choose from, but Yahoo! Travel actually chose our fair city not for its bars and parties, but for a family-friendly tradition called .
This annual celebration has been going strong for 30 years and attracts more than a million people every year with live music and dance, Mardi Gras-style parades, ice sculptures, fireworks displays, and more. This year’s partners include the Franklin Park Zoo, the New England Aquarium, and the Museum of Fine Arts. First Night buttons are available for a mere $15 or at . Go behind the scenes and learn more on the .
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December 25th, 2007 by susan j
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Dear Readers,
Wherever your travels take you this holiday season, we wish you a safe and happy journey!
Best,
The Team at Go Boston Card
P.S. If you’re looking for attractions in Boston that are open on Christmas and New Year’s, then check out Jamie’s post.
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December 20th, 2007 by susan j
Before last week’s snow had a chance to melt, Boston was hit with another snowstorm this week. According to an , passengers at Logan Airport were among the worst hit in the country this morning, when the airport shut down all but one runway. If you’re flying to Boston or from Boston this weekend, then you should check with your airline for any flight updates. Here’s wishing you a safe journey this holiday season!
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December 20th, 2007 by jamie a
Thursday, December 20 (5-9 pm)
Head over to the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum for Gardner After Hours, happening on the third Thursday of every month. This week’s theme is .
Thursday, December 20 (5-9 pm)
Take advantage of , sponsored by Target.
Friday, December 21 - Sunday, December 23
Catch the last weekend of , an adaptation of the Hans Christian Anderson tale, at the Firehouse Center for the Arts.
Through December 31
Take the kids over to Boston’s South Station to admire the . After a week-long construction process, the 448-square-foot display is sure to delight all ages.
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December 19th, 2007 by susan j
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For those who are still scurrying around wrapping up their holiday gift lists, the Boston Globe has a handy little map showing all of the . Use it to judge the distance between CambridgeSide Galleria and the Shops at Prudential Center, determine the likelihood of snagging a bah-gain, and more.
If you liked this post, then check out our guide to Bargain Shopping in Boston.
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December 18th, 2007 by jamie a
If you’re in Boston visiting family or vacationing over the holidays, here’s a list of place that will be open on both Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Do you love movies and seeing the real-life locations where the magic happened on the screen? will guide to you all the cinematic hot spots in the city, focusing on films and TV shows like Good Will Hunting, The Thomas Crown Affair, and Cheers.
You could also take the first-ever , narrated by Steven Tyler! Entitled Boston: City of Rebels and Dreamers, this tour offers insider views of 18 fun and historic sites all over the city.
On the in nearby Lexington and Concord, experience Battle Road and the historical markers of the American Revolution with a costumed guide to explain your stops along the way.
For some Las Vegas-style fun, will also be open, where you can test your holiday luck!
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December 17th, 2007 by jamie a
In the Holiday Spirit
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Since there’s so much to do in the city this month, here’s a holiday show roundup so you can see what’s playing and make the most out of the season!
November 23 - December 23
Returning after a hit run in 2005, is back at the Wang Theatre at the Citi Performing Arts Center. Hear beloved hits like “Blue Skies” and “How Deep is the Ocean?” and make this show a new holiday tradition.
November 29 - December 29
Boston Ballet presents their 40th year of at the magnificent Opera House. Pop in to the special on their website for before and after the show fun.
November 30 - December 16
In its 38th year, the , based on the Gospel of Saint Luke and the poetry of Langston Hughes, returns to the Tremont Temple. Boston’s performance is the longest running production of Hughes’ song-play in the world, with over 160 singers, actors, dancers, and musicians.
December 9, 16, and 21
Experience the angelic sounds of the at their . Held at Saint Paul’s Church in Harvard Square, this concert is sure to be an inspiring addition to your holiday calendar.
December 10 -27
Check out the beloved Boston tradition of the . In the spectacular Symphony Hall, make it a family event for all to share during this holiday season.
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December 14th, 2007 by susan j
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Travel blogs are filled with horror stories about and security nightmares. I’ve had some not-so-nice experiences, too, but my recent flight from to was a completely different story, so I thought I’d counter all the bad press TSA has been getting.
As a frequent flyer, I am intimately familiar with the new rules about . I carefully packed my travel-sized toothpaste and shampoo, but I completely forgot that I had also packed one of those holiday-scented bath sets as a gift. (Fortunately, I knew enough not to gift wrap the set in my luggage.)
So, when my suitcase drifted through the metal detector, I was a little surprised to get pulled out of line. The security woman opened my suitcase and pulled out the verboten bath set. “I am so sorry, I didn’t even think about those gifts,” I explained, figuring that she’d confiscate the bath set and I would have to show up to my holiday party empty-handed.
“I’m sorry I have to do this, but I’m going to open this box and ask you to put these in your plastic baggie with your other items,” she told me. As luck would have it, all of the items in the set were less than 3 ounces! She sent my suitcase and toiletries through the metal detector again and wished me a safe flight.
Airport security people get a bad rep, but this particular woman was extremely polite and helpful, so if you’re traveling this winter, I hope that you will encounter others like her. And, if you need a gift idea that won’t pose a security threat, check out our .
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December 13th, 2007 by shannon b
Boston Snowstorm 2006
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Boston is bracing for a pretty that should leave up to 3-inches an hour until late this evening. If you’re traveling to Boston tonight, be careful on the roads and drive slowly! For those of you who will be in town for the weekend, you’ll miss the storm but they’ll still be plenty of fresh snow. While you’re out and about the city, enjoy warm attractions where you can spend a lot of time indoors like the and the fabulous . Also, don’t forget to pack those snow boots and buy your , you’re going to need them!
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December 13th, 2007 by jamie a
Friday, December 14 - Sunday, December 16
Join the Brattle Theatre in Harvard Square for a screening of the holiday favorite . Everyone who attends the Saturday and Sunday shows will be given a special treat!
Friday, December 14 (11 am)
Find the perfect gifts for friends and family at the , held at First Church. Meet the artists and mingle with others admiring the wares and then relax with some live music and meditation.
Saturday, December 15
Enjoy the kitschy magic of Somerville with the where you can admire the light displays of residents who love to share their holiday spirit.
Sunday, December 16 (3 pm)
Warm up from the chilly outdoors with at Upstairs on the Square. There will be delightfully toasty beverages along with many snacks and tiny sandwiches to try!
Sunday, December 16 (5:30 pm)
Catch the , the classic ballet with an edge, at the John Hancock Hall featuring the BalletRox company and over 40 area children.
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