crystalware's Reviews

This hotel was in a convenient location since the three gentlemen I was with were staying in the Wynn Tower suites. However, I'm not sure it is very c…

Switch is located in the new Encore at Wynn Las Vegas property. The concept behind the restaurant is changing atmosphere. Every half hour the walls an…

Friday lunch tradition. D' Corazon is excellent and as of this review, the best Mexican food I have found in Downtown Denver. The food is spicy, the m…

I had my doubts when a co-worker suggested this place. I know it is difficult to mess up a sandwich but it is also hard to impress me. In one word - a…

We had some amazing weather a couple of weekends ago so we decided to venture to Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs. The garden is full of red roc…

Dixon’s was one of the first restaurants I ate at in Downtown and I instantly became a fan. The servers have always been very friendly and we have n…

This is one amazing stage! This natural ampitheater was created by two large rocks on either side of the man-made stage. The views you get here are ju…

If you have visited a brewery before, then the information here is probably nothing new. However, they do provide ample free beer. Upon arrival you pa…

Since I had to travel with my dog I needed to find a pet-friendly motel. I had never stayed at any La Quinta Inn but it was right off the interstate i…

I was a little skeptical about Kauai Sands but it fit our budget so we gave it a go. The place was nice. It was a little hard to find. The rooms were …

Awesome smaller zoo situated in the middle of 12 acres of natural rainforest. Non-profit and completely free. Donations are accepted. Around 70 differ…

The Hilo Seaside is owned by the same family who owns Maui and Kona Seaside Hotels. They are very similar in room size and features but they are laid …

This was a great little hotel. I was a little weary about it because there are some bad reviews floating around out there but it proved to be a great …

These guys are amazing! The people were awesome; lots of fun to zip with. Everyone had a great time. It is an eco tour which means that a certain …

Great place for family fun. Very educational. The Marine Mammal Discovery Center offers interactive learning stations. There is a tide pool or touch p…

So the Aiea Loop is one of many hiking trails on Oahu but most definitely not the best. The trail is 4.5 miles total and that's pretty much it. There …

Every Friday night there is a fireworks display at Ala Moana Beach Park and it's free. It is not the most exciting fireworks display ever but it a nic…

While there is not a lot to do in Berea, KY there is a pretty neat place to stay the night. The Boone Tavern Hotel sits conveniently in the College Sq…

The Flavors of Honolulu is a food festival held in Downtown every year, although recently it was renamed to the title it holds now. This is a great wa…

For most, coming to Waikiki Beach is the thing to do when you first set foot on Oahu. For others however, it gets a little too crowded in Waikiki and …

Pisgah National Forest sits snuggly in the Appalachian Mountains and covers hundreds of thousands of acres. This forest displays some of the greatest …
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Ever wondered where the largest collection of brawny Scottish men in plaid skirts playing the bagpipes in North Carolina is? Yea, me either but I'll l…

This is going to be an all-inclusive review of the Cherokee Indian sites to see. These include the Cherokee Museum, Oconaluftee Indian Village, and th…

Appalachian Ski Mountain has some of the best powder in North Carolina. Their ski season runs from November to April and during the winter there is al…

The Biltmore House is America's Largest House and sits in beautiful Asheville, N.C. The house is approximately 175,000 square feet and sits on some 8,…

The waters surrounding the islands are usually pretty safe to swim in and do the various water activities. Shark sitings are very rare and they should…

Restaurants and eateries in general are slim-pickins in Murphy. Although we do have a few that sort of stand out, well for Murphy. No Name Deli is a s…

I think most of us here go to places to enjoy the local culture. Sometimes finding the "local" culture is easier said than done. The Honolulu Advertis…

If you are a sucker for waterfalls and beautiful scenery like I am, then you must visit the Waimea valley. As you enter, park in one of the many and p…

Going along with my free entertainment, I have decided to share a bit of cheap entertainment. While traveling, I am not one to decide to catch a movie…

Mmmmmmmm Cheesecake. If you love cheesecake, you have to try it from the Cheesecake Factory. Besides having tons of choices with every imaginable chee…

It is rather difficult to find good Mexican food on Oahu so it is my pleasure to announce CHOLOS in Haleiwa at the North Shore. Located in the North S…

Maunawili Falls is located on the Windward side of the island, just before you get into Kailua. It is quite a ways from Waikiki but well worth it if y…

If you are looking for a great cheeseburger, then look no further. Cheeseburger in Paradise is excellent. We go here a couple of times a month. There …

I decided not to put this in the eats section because I don't necessarily want to recommend fast food while you are visiting Hawaii. However, there ar…

The International Marketplace is a nice little international "flea market" so to speak located in the heart of Waikiki. You can acccess it from Kuhio …

If you are every in Kentucky running on Interstate 75 you should stop at the Kentucky Artisan Center in Berea, Kentucky. This is a really neat craft c…

Rafting in the Smokey Mountains is a terrific experince that can't be passed if you are in the area. The Nantahala River is a smaller river, not too r…

A few people have asked about places to stay in Waikiki, so I decided to put it out there for everyone. The Beachside Hostel is a great little place t…

This is a small park devoted to marine life. It is located on the Windward Side past Hawaii Kai. To get into the park is reasonable priced at around $…

What is a trip to Hawaii without the visiting Pearl Harbor and the Arizona Memorial? Out of respect this memorial should be visited. My best advice to…

A lot of people already know about the famous Hanauma Bay. What they don't know is to enter the bay is $5(US) and it is closed every Tuesday to visito…

If you are ever in the Great Smokey Mountains, then you should check out DollyWood Theme Park. The park offers great rides and some pretty cool coaste…

Auntie Pastos is a great little Italian mystery restaurant because it is not in the heart of Waikiki. Located on Beretania St just outside of Downtown…

Valley of the Temples is located just outside of Koneohe, Hawaii and offers a great break from the city life of Waikiki. Tucked back into the mountain…

There aren't many waterfalls in Waikiki but if you venture into the Manoa Valley you will be able to see Manoa Falls. This is a great little falls to …