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Most of the posts on midmodmap/retroroadmap are vintage places to go, things to do, or look at in the real world–since first-hand is really is the best way to experience most of life, imho. Vintage music presents a bit of departure from this real world approach because it can be fully enjoyed in the virtual [...]
Updated to add this link to the 2011 Luau at The Lake happening June 23-26, 2011 in Lake George NY! *********** 2009 Luau at The Lake A tiki weekend at retro vacation destination – what more could the retro roadtripper ask for? Hosted by The Fraternal Order of Moai, the premier fraternal organization and social network [...]
October 9-11, 2009 – Rockabilly Rave – Las Vegas NV Just like the name says, it’s all about the music! Over 20 Rockabilly bands from across the globe will be rockin the Orleans Hotel in Vegas. Australia, UK, Holland, Spain – everyone digs that crazy retro beat! Just a partial list of the bands you’ll [...]
June 9-12, 2011 – The Hukilau- at The Mai Kai Ft. Lauderdale FL For the past 10 years The Hukilau has been the premiere tiki/polynesian pop festival on the East Coast! Hostessed by co-founder Tiki Kaliki, this 3 day event brings tiki culture, fashion, music, drinks, and more together under one thatched roof– and what [...]
Kowloon Restaurant – Saugus MA In 1950 the Wong family established the Route 1 landmark Kowloon restaurant in Saugus MA and it is still going strong today. Easily the most recognizable tiki destinations in New England, its mid century modern take on the exotic theme is a step back in time– floating staircases, indoor fountains, [...]
June 13-14, 2009 – Honfest – Hampden, MD One of my favorite fests of the year is Hampden MD’s Honfest. What is Honfest you ask? Straight from the source, the Honfest website: The Bawlmer term of endearment, Hon, short for Honey, embodies the warmth and affection bestowed upon our neighbors and visitors alike by historic [...]
This vintage carousel used to be the merry-go-round at Lincoln Park Amusement Park up the street in North Dartmouth. Built in 1920 by the famous Philadelphia Toboggan Company (#54) the carousel charmed children and adults alike for 70 years until the park closed. Area residents rallied to save the carousel and had it moved to [...]
Evelyn’s Drive In in tiny Tiverton Rhode Island is a perfect road trip destination for casual waterfront dining – and my fave delicacy fried clams! Dining sounds a bit formal though, as it is more of a cozy clam shack. A fave of locals and out-of-towners for the past 40 years, Evelyn’s has been family [...]
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