Monthly Archives: November 2009
Giving Thanks
In a time of budget airlines, boarding a full-service flight is a rare blessing. I’ve just traveled across the pond to New Jersey for Thanksgiving, and to my surprise, I had a very pleasant flight. The line at the check-in … Continue reading
Filed under Travel Debates
MOST WANTED: Where to Next?!
Part of the fun of traveling is dreaming up where to go next. When the weekend papers arrive, I skip all the recession-related bad news and go straight for the travel section. The photographs are like reading a menu at … Continue reading
Filed under BEST OF Lists, Travel Debates
Best of Venice
Some cities are worth exploring over and over again. I don’t think I could ever get enough of Berlin, Paris, or New York City. Does Venice belong on this list? I think it does. My recent trip reinforced this idea: … Continue reading
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Veteran’s Day: Connecting us to History
In the melting pot of America, all of us came from somewhere. That means that the history and culture of a far off place might be so deeply rooted in our consciousness that we aren’t even aware of it – … Continue reading
Filed under Searching For Heritage
The Evening Meal: Venice Part III
Italian evenings begin with la passaggiata – an evening stroll. Most shops are closed by this time, and Italians take to the streets (dressed sharply, of course) and catch up on the day’s events with family and friends. This activity … Continue reading
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Waking up in Venice: Day 2
In October, I got to see the Rialto bridge as it’s meant to be: engulfed by mist, silent, and free of crowds. This first night was an ideal introduction to the city of mystique. And unlike many travelers who think … Continue reading
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