Category: Stories
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Key West: Land of Adventure, Culture and Romance
A few years ago, I had the wonderful opportunity to be invited by Hyatt to visit Key West, Florida. I had such a great time, I wanted to bring my husband, Robert, back to this southernmost part of the Unites States for a short three night romantic escape. Southwest Airlines made it relatively easy because…
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Over-The-Top Elopment Travel Package
Here’s a unique elopement package at Sandpearl Resort, Clear Water Beach in Florida. This is what they say: Couples planning for a quick elopement can make their marriage announcement viral with the help of a professional videographer. Instead of waiting for photos to develop or making a phone call home, the newlyweds can break the…
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New F.A. A. Rules Expected for Electronic Devices
Click here to read the New York Times article that says that new F.A.A. rules are expected to allow your electronic devices to be on at all times during flight, but with communications off. Jad Mouawad and Nick Bilton report that a panel will recommend its new policy to the F.A.A. by the…
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Travelers’ Rights: Getting Compensation for Airline Mistakes
Check out Susan Stellin’s article on how to get money back from airlines who leave you stranded or deliver your luggage late. Click here to read the whole story. Ms. Stellin notes that there are laws that give travelers greater protection in Europe than in the United States. However, the airlines on both sides of the…
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Toronto’s Distillery District, Starfish Oyster Bed & Grill, and Junction Triangle
A month and a half ago, my daughter Sarah and I planned a trip together before she headed off to college. As I mentioned before, we wanted to go some place that would provide us with the biggest bang for our travel buck-a unique destination that would be relatively easy to get to. We…
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Foodie Alert: Top Ten Emerging Cuisines Around the US Including Israeli
Check out Zagat’s picks for the ten most exciting emerging cuisines in our nation. They are: Northern Thai Macanese Icelandic Laotian Yunnan Hawaiian Israeli Filipino New Zealand Gonzo Fusion Click here to read the whole story.
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NYC Tourism Promoting Staten Island’s North Shore Neighborhoods
NYC & Company, New York City’s official marketing, tourism and partnership organization,announced Staten Island’s North Shore neighborhoods—Port Richmond, Randall Manor, St. George and West Brighton—as the next destinations to be featured in Neighborhood x Neighborhood, an initiative designed to increase visitation, support local businesses and encourage exploration in areas outside traditional tourist locations across the five…
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Smithsonian Magazine Museum Day Live-Free Admission to a Select Museum on September 28, 2013
In the spirit of Smithsonian Museums, who offer free admission everyday, Museum Day Live! is an annual event hosted by Smithsonian magazine in which participating museums across the country open their doors to anyone presenting a Museum Day Live! Ticket…for free. Note: Only an official Museum Day Live! ticket is eligible for free entry. Official…
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More To Explore in Toronto
Earlier this month, Sarah and I traveled to Toronto for a mom and daughter get away before she headed off to college. As you know by now, I’m a Type A vacationer who likes to pack in as many activities as possible on a trip. On the second day of our vacation, I easily…
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Family Friendly Toronto: Bata Shoe Museum and Dinner at Mildred’s Temple Kitchen
After getting settled into the Windsor Arms Hotel in Toronto, Ontario, my daughter, Sarah, and I decided to stay close to this downtown part of the city and walk around the famous Bloor Street area. Called by some the “Fashion Mile,” Bloor Street was lined with famous stores as well as museums including Royal…
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Travel Gal Kim Swidler 