yourfavetrailers.blogspot.com The second The Dark Knight Rises viral campaign, which launched Dec. 8, 2011 with "CIA Documents" surfacing on the Empire and Wired magazine websites, as well as the firerises Twitter account. Users were greeted with a countdown clock after discovering the Operation Early Bird website. When the clock expired, a map revealed and the official The Dark Knight Rises website updated with audio of the reading of map coordinates. As the map coordinates were ingested on Operation Early Bird, the locations of IMAX screens were revealed. The IMAX theaters will screen the TDKR prologue on Dec. 13, 2011 for participants of the viral campaign. Here are the coords and their accompanying IMAX theaters 33.3852,-111.9645 Arizona Mills 25 with IMAX 40.4456,-80.0180 Rangos Imax 45.5085,-122.6659 Omnimax Theater 41.8275,-71.4176 Providence Place 16 with IMAX 46.8312,-71.2956 IMAX Le Theatre 37.5616,-77.4659 Space Theater 38.5782,-121.4904 Esquire IMAX Theatre 29.4230,-98.4844 Alamo IMAX Theater 37.3318,-121.8901 Hackworth IMAX Dome Theatre 47.6200,-122.3511 IMAX Theater 47.6624,-117.4214 IMAX Theatre 28.0543,-82.4047 Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) 43.6489,-79.3913 Scotiabank IMAX Theatre (CPX) 55.8583,-4.2939 Glasgow Science Center 49.8924,-97.1484 IMAX Winnipeg 53.4850,-2.2417 The Printworks 33.5146,-86.8076 McWane IMAX, Birmingham 42.5201,-71.0896 IMAX 3D Theatre in Reading 29.7839,-95.4662 Houston Marq*E Stadium 22 + IMAX 50.9960,-114.0731 Scotiabank ...
Monday, December 26, 2011
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Must See Places in Chicago, Illinois
Are you scheduled to go to Chicago? Whether you are going to there for a business meeting or just for a vacation, it is important that you know where to go once you are there. Not all people are fortunate enough to tour around so you better take the opportunity and see the many wonderful attractions in Chicago. Also, you can take great pictures of the wonderful places in the city and share it with your friends and family once you get back home. In a way, you can make them feel that they have been to Chicago as well through your stories and amazing photos.
You do not want to leave Chicago without being able to glimpse and experience the must see places in this city. In order for you to get to really know Chicago, here are some tourist spots that you must include in your to-go-to list:
Navy Pier.
If you want to see a lot of people and enjoy different activities then you should go here. Navy Pier was used to be known as Municipal Pier nr 2; it is a very large pier. You will never get bored if you go to Navy Pier for there are a lot of things in store for you-restaurants, shops, and parks. Moreover, this is just the perfect destination if you have kids with you, especially with the ferris wheel and IMAX Theater in this location. Chicago Shakespeare Theater and Chicago Children's Museum can be found in the area as well.
Lincoln Park Zoo.
Since you are in the place, you might as well want to pay a visit to this free-admission zoo in Chicago. You will not regret it after you have witnessed the African Journey Exhibit that surely enjoy. Furthermore, you should definitely take a look at the carefully renovated Farm-in-the-Zoo. Also, there is an Ameritech Endangered Species Carousel that will surely delight the child in you.
John G. Shedd Aquarium.
It is said that water has a magical effect that makes people feel calm and relaxed. If you want to get away from all the noise and reflect, you should go to this incredible indoor aquarium and feel so much closer to the fish and other aquatic animals. This is the world's largest aquarium with Beluga whales and penguins in it. You will be left breathless by the amazing sights of over 8,000 different types of sea creatures.
Millennium Park.
Aside from getting a nice view of the sculptures and landscapes, you can observe the people around you while appreciating the fantastic sceneries. This way, you can inhale fresh air and hear the sound of the fountain. This particular spot will be much more enjoyable if you bring a picnic basket with you and a book!
In order for you to easily locate these places, you should bring with you a map that will lead you to the right direction instantly. Visiting Chicago will certainly not be complete without going to these fabulous places.
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Chicago Attractions - Navy Pier
Chicago is a tourist paradise. Anyone who has ever visited this city will tell you that. There are numerous attractions to go and visit such as the Sears Tower, Wrigley Field or the famous Shedd Aquarium. These places are great but there is one more destination that you should add to your list. This place is the Navy Pier. Keep reading and learn why this place is a must see.
Navy Pier was first built during World War I and it was originally a 3000 foot pier that was used as a Navy training center. Since then it has been transformed into a very popular tourist attraction. It is now a carnival, food court and a boat dock all rolled into one. One attraction on the pier is an area called Crystal Gardens. It is an interesting place complete with 70 palm trees, a glass enclosed atrium, dancing water fountains and several children's rides. Another attraction at the pier is an IMAX theater. If you have ever been to an IMAX theater you know what a great experience they are. With IMAX you feel like you are in the movie so if you have never experienced one you should check it out. This is not the end of the attractions though. They are almost too numerous to list and include the Chicago Children's Museum, an ice skating rink, a Shakespearean theater, a 15 story tall ferris wheel and many different restaurants and beer gardens. You can probably see why the Navy Pier is such a popular Chicago attraction. Make sure you check it out on your next visit.
If you would like to visit the Navy pier while in Chicago you can find it at 600 E. Grand Ave. The information line is 800-595-PIER. Call this number for current hours and special events before you go. Have fun.
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