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"Don't Pass on Pasadena!" a Pasadena Travel Page by marinarena

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Enjoy the ride---Capture water fountains, murals & various little things in each grand destination!


Real Name: Marie
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Don't Pass on Pasadena!

by marinarena - last update: Apr 10, 2008

The Perfect Flower

Pasadena, CA
Similar to a rose, Pasadena is a perfect flower type, with all attractive parts. The look, especially in the heart of the city, the "pistil", is just marvelous. Locals and out-of-towners have been charmed by Pasadena splendor for several decades. Many come to the city to delight in the general atmosphere, reminiscent of an old, European city by the hills.
jumping waters at Paseo Colorado, Pasadena, CA

Pasadena...

always makes a nice splash!

Pictured here are jumping waters at Paseo Colorado, one of my favorite scenic town centers in southern California.
Rose Bowl shot, Pasadena, California

The Rose Bowl

Home of one of the most celebrated college football games including those of USC/UCLA Bruins

Host to several events including the monthly flea market!

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Pros:"Big city entertainment esp. in the arts and sports, old charm of downtown and South Pas, lovely hilly/mountainous areas, quality restaurants"
Cons:"nothing too major, just typical problems of big cities like street traffic (esp on Colorado Blvd),slight criminal activity"
In A Nutshell:"Pasadena- More than the Rose Bowl Indeed!"
marinarena's Pasadena Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 7 - Photos: 6
 
Restaurants
Tips: 2 - Photos: 1
Hotels & Accommodations
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
Tips: 3 - Photos: 6
 
Tourist Traps
Tips: 1
Warnings Or Dangers
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Transportation
Tips: 2 - Photos: 5
Local Customs
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Packing ListsShopping
Tips: 3 - Photos: 1
 
Sports Travel
Tips: 2 - Photos: 1
General Tips
Tips: 4 - Photos: 9

marinarena's Pasadena Travelogues
Title [Click to view]Travel YearPictures
Along Colorado Blvd. & Lake Ave.- 4
Scenes from Old Pasadena- 5
Classic Rose Parade ShotsJanuary, 1996 5
Pasadena Summerfest2005 3

Comments for marinarena about Pasadena
Dabs Tue Oct 16, 2007 14:07 UTC
 Heading to Pasadena this upcoming weekend, lots of good information here!
thecatsmeow Thu Mar 29, 2007 05:41 UTC
 This is really a well done and informative page. Now maybe I will need to rethink my hotel choice and actually stay in Pasadena. Although Glendale is not far.
RedEaredPanda Tue Nov 21, 2006 18:19 UTC
 My favorite Travel store of all time is in Pasadena called "Distant Lands" on Raymond Ave.. Was there last night listening to a presentation on Nepal.. Good Pasadena pages!!
36waterfalls Thu Aug 24, 2006 14:00 UTC
 You make even the sleepiest town sound exciting!!!! Very good tips and pics, thanks for sharing.
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