Category: General

• Royal Couple’s New Home? London’s Enchanted Kensington Palace

  So, once they’re married, where will the Royal couple live? Vanityfair.com has reported that William and Kate may eventually be staying at Kensington Palace, a residence of the British Royal Family since the 17th century. This was the home of William’s mother, Princess Diana, at the time of her death, and it is said now to be where William’s…

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  April 26, 2011

  General, London Travel, Stories, Wedding destination

• Royal Wedding: London Gets Ready For The Big Day!

  This Friday is the big day when millions or possibly billions of people from around the world will be watching Prince William marry Kate Middleton, and Sarah and I were in London last week to watch the city’s preparations for the big event. I didn’t think that the pre-celebrations have risen to the intense level of the Charles and Diana…

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  April 25, 2011

  General, London Travel, Stories, Wedding destination

• Crazy Pilot Stories-Do You Have One?

  Sarah and I just got back from London last night. We arrived at JFK pretty much on time, but  knowing that we had to make the connection back to Albany, NY, we rushed as fast as we could to go through the usual multiple custom requirements. What did we find out when we finally arrived…

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  April 20, 2011

  Airplane stories, General, London Travel, Stories

• How to Make Money By Being Bumped From a Flight

  With vacations and better weather finally here, we’re moving into the busy season for travel. But what comes with an increase in airplane passengers ? The nightmare of overbooked planes and the potential of being bumped from your flight.  But what if your goal is to get bumped?  Michelle Higgins of the New York Times has written…

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  April 14, 2011

  General, Travel deals

• Gluten-Free and Other Restaurants in London, UK

  My teenage daughter, Sarah, and I are headed to London in a few days. My husband, Robert, and my son, Alex, have decided to relax and stay put during the spring break so it’s a girls-only trip to see the preparations before the Royal Wedding.  You know me. I like to pack a lot in a trip.…

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  April 13, 2011

  General

• Fantasy Tree Houses at the Berkshire Botanical Garden

   Opening May 1st,  the Berkshire Botanical Garden Presents “Out on a Limb: Architects Take a Bough”  I’ve been told that this will be an exhibition of six tree houses built on storied fantasy, inspired by birds, reflecting history and reminiscent of childhood.  Opening Reception:  Saturday, April 30, 5:30-7:00 pm  Tickets: $25 Reserve by calling 413-298-3926 Click here…

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  April 11, 2011

  Gardens, General

• Behind the Scenes of the Albany Symphony’s 31st Annual Designer Showhouse

  For 31 years, Vanguard, the Albany Symphony’s fundraising organization, has been holding a terrific event-a designer showhouse that showcases the efforts of decorators and artists around the region. This year’s showhouse, called Prospect Place,  is located at 10 Stafford Road in Loudonville, NY and it will be open for viewing from May 3 through May 22,…

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  April 4, 2011

  General, Stories

• Explorers Club Annual Dinner: Meeting the Legendary Don Walsh

    On March 19th, the Explorers Club held its annual dinner at NYC’s Waldorf Astoria. Gone are the days that this organization serves exotic fare such as honey dipped tarrantula on a stick or barbequed electric eel, but the evening was still filled with other forms excitement. The theme this year was “Exploring 2012: the Maya Prophesy” and the club…

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  March 30, 2011

  deep sea exploration, General, New York City, Stories

• Key West-Travel From New York and the Hyatt Key West

  Last week I started telling you about my trip to Key West, Florida. On a bright, sunny day, I landed at the Miami Airport and,with three of the women from my group, we  took US1 to drive through miles and miles of  beautiful scenery in order to get to our final destination. When we were about half of the way to…

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  March 28, 2011

  Family Travel, Florida travel, Foodie Finds, General, Outdoor Travel, Senior Travell, Single travel, Stories, Wedding destination

• Elizabeth Taylor-My Favorite Film at SF’s Cartier Exhibit

  So sad to hear of Elizabeth Taylor’s passing. For years, my husband’s family has had a little reminder of Liz because they own the summer home that she and Eddie Fisher lived in when Eddie performed at Grossinger’s. The media has mentioned so much about Liz’s life, loves and work. What was your favorite film of hers? Cleopatra? Cat on a Hot…

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  March 24, 2011

  General, Stories