Category: Tips
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What’s the Best Way to Get To JFK?
I just received a comment from someone who has got a great gift for travel-she’s already figured out much of her European trip for five. But she still has one big question to solve: So – I’ve purchased our plane tickets and think I did really well. we’re flying JFK to London via Geneva (Swissair)…
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SeaWorld in San Diego, California
My kids loved going to SeaWorld in San Diego over the February break. The place was much less crowded than I expected because the children there didn’t have a winter vacation. I guess they don’t need to get away from all of that sunshine! Remember, when you’re going anywhere, to always ask if there’s a…
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What Food Do You Bring On the Plane?
My family and I had a great time spending February break in San Diego, California. The main hassle, as usual, though was getting there. I was happy with the deal that we got from a vacation package with Southwest Airlines. But because this was a no frills airline, the plane from Albany was taking off…
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Parent and Teen day at the CIA!-April 17th
On April 17th spend some time with your teen in the kitchens and bakeshops of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY. These one- day courses include: 1) Baking at Home-The Desserts 2) Artisan Breads at Home 3)Bistros and Brasseries 4) Breakfasts & Brunches 5) Cake Decorating 6) The Italian Table 7) Soups…
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Skydive indoors-Skyventure New Hampshire!
I learned about Skyventure New Hampshire from the Explorers Club in NYC. Some of the members were organizing a trip to go there so that they could train for a real skydiving experience without having to jump out of a plane. Check out the great video they have on their website! Skyventure New Hampshire advertises…
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The U.N. Delegates Dining Room-unique dining experience
One of my favorite places to eat in New York City is the UN Delegates Dining Room. Located in the United Nations Headquarters in Manhattan, this restaurant not only serves a good international lunch buffet, but it also provides a truly unique experience. You eat among delegates from all over the world in a room…
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The British School of Falconry-Manchester, Vermont
Do you want to do something nearby in Vermont, but you don’t feel like going skiing or shopping at the outlets? How about visiting the British School of Falconry for a one-of-a-kind experience? The British School of Falconry is situated behind historic Hildene in Manchester, Vermont, and it advertises itself as being the nation’s first…
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Amtrak – tips on travel
Here are some Travel Gal Tips to consider when using Amtrak: A couple who travels back and forth from Rhinecliff to NYC every week day for work clued me in on this special tip- if the train arrives at your destination more than an hour late, you have a good chance of getting your money…
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Welcome to Travel Gal
Like most of us, I’m someone who has had my share of life experiences. I like trying new things, but more than anything else, I have a passion for travel and, with that, finding great travel bargains. So whether I’m swimming in a stream heated by an active volcano in Costa Rica or searching for the…
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Travel Gal Kim Swidler 