A Day at the Races: The Breeders’ Cup Classic 2014

A Day at the Races: The Breeders Cup Classic 2014

By Erin

This past weekend, was a pretty exciting one with the Breeders’ Cup in town. The gates swung open for the start of the $5 million Breeders’ Cup Classic late Saturday afternoon at Santa Anita Park, in sunny California. Bayern, bolted out of the seven spot in the gate, took a hard left and bumped into the favorite, Shared Belief, and the 14-horse field quickly became a scene that has caused much chaos and discussion over whether or not Bayern should have been disqualified or not. I personally don’t think he should be DQ’d as these are animals, not machines, one cannot control their first few strides out of the gate. Here are just a few exciting photos from the afternoon at Santa Anita!

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Bayern, at 6-1 odds, warming up before the big race.

For Bayern, it was of the upmost importance to break to the front, where he was able to use his speed from the start. When he is able to break to the front, that is when he wins his races.

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California Chrome, getting ready for the race.

California Chrome ran his heart out, but it just wasn’t quiet enough. He finished third, by two heads. Bayern’s and Toast of New York’s.

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How they ultimately ended up placing, Bayern (red), Toast of New York (blue), & California Chrome (black/purple).

Bayern was able to hold California Chrome and Toast of New York off as they ran down the stretch to give the Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert his first Classic victory. The winning time from Bayern was 1 minute 59.88 seconds.

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Bayern, Toast of New York, & California Chrome

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The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor: Evil Lurks Within & Special Promo Code! #QMDarkHarbor

The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor: Evil Lurks Within & Special Promo Code!

By Erin

*I will be attending The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor Media Preview night. All thoughts and opinions remain my own.*

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The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor will once again embark on a bone-chilling journey with its haunted history to frighten those who dare to enter from October 2 through November 2.

This year, Dark Harbor brings new attractions that include two brand new horrifying mazes, “Soulmate” and “B340.”  Also be sure to check out the terrifying Voodoo Village. Beloved characters such as The Ringmaster and all the grotesque spirits of the Queen will make a chilling return for 20 nights of delightful terror amidst freaks, food, and live entertainment.

BUT WAIT! It gets even better! I have a great deal on tickets going on until September 30th with the promo code below (its in green), Dark Harbor is one of my favorite Halloween events, and I am super excited to be able to offer this steal to my readers so that you all may enjoy the haunts of the season. 🙂

Get your Tickets HERE!! Be sure to use promo code: BLGR0006 to get your tickets discounted to the low price of $14. *(pricing expires 9/30) and is good for purchase of tickets on these dates only: Oct. 2, 3, 9 & 10* Which are the first two Thursday’s and Friday’s that Dark Harbor is open for the Halloween Season!

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Scary Mary agrees this is a great deal! She awaits you at Dark Harbor!

What’s NEW IN 2014?
This year Dark Harbor unveils two brand new fantastic mazes –Soulmate and B340 –  if you are REALLY brave, then there is also the Exclusive Encounter unlike any other haunted experience onboard the famous ship. The Voodoo Priestess, makes her debut as the latest spirit to join us at Dark Harbor. There are even new rides! One is called-Sinister Swings. These death-defying mazes will take you through never before visited areas of the ship.

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This new maze called “Soulmate” will bring to life the haunted spirit of the frightful Graceful Gale. Unravel Gale’s story and her true spirit will be revealed. You will realize that Gale may not quite be the graceful lady she appears to be, but more monstrous than you could ever imagine.

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Graceful Gale out and about at Dark Harbor.

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Rock Your Disney Side! A 24 Hour Disney Day!

Rock Your Disney Side! A 24 Hour Disney Day!

By Erin

I was so bummed when I found out I was not going to be able to Rock My Disney Side and make it to the 24 hour Disney Day today at the Disneyland Resort.  As I am writing this, I am in a Starbucks in Minnesota, there is no way I’d be able to get there now! So I can only dream of what it would be like to be there! I hope many of you though will be attending and I can live through all of you! I will be following on Social Media and enjoying that way! For those of you going make sure to check these out, or if you are unable to go like myself then here are some of the highlights that I am bummed to be missing out on! Be sure to check out the Disney Parks Blog for all the latest info!

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The FOOD! 

Oh my gosh! If you have been following me here, or anywhere else on social media, then you know I am a total foodie! At Rock Your Disney Side 24 Hour Disney Day, they are offering some Special Eats for the occasion! Chicken and Waffles at the Plaza Inn? Their Fried Chicken is AMAZING if you have not tried it. It’s up there with Mrs. Knott’s Fried Chicken. Now they are going to have it served with Waffles and I won’t be there to enjoy it? Bummed!!

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 The totally awesome Fried Chicken at the Plaza Inn!

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