Monthly Archives: January 2010

Get on the Local Schedule

While some travelers have all the luck and seem to stumble upon buzzing restaurants or packed festivals without doing a bit of research – the rest of us can benefit from a little planning ahead. Getting on the local schedule … Continue reading

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The Good, The Bad and The Ugly of Self Catering

Looking for ways to keep the cost of your travels down? Self-catering apartments will always be cheaper than hotels – but not all rentals are created equal. Before you book a self-catering option, consider the following information about the good, … Continue reading

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Go Ahead, Keep Your Money

You work hard for it, so why put more money than necessary into travel? Sometimes, the answer is because it’s easy. Searching a little harder for that cheap flight just isn’t worth the $20. Or maybe you want to stay … Continue reading

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Hometown History: Rutt’s Hut

The recession has reminded me that old favorites never go out of style. Everyone loves to sit down for a gourmet meal – but every once in a while, there’s nothing better than an American classic: the hot dog. If … Continue reading

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Photo Essay: Travel Inspiration

Is one of your New Year’s resolutions to start traveling more? Maybe this posting of photographs from across Europe will inspire you to book the trip of a lifetime.   Looking for somewhere a bit more exotic?   Have you … Continue reading

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Things Europeans Do Right.

As Americans, we never want to admit that another part of the world might just do something better than us. After living abroad for a couple years, I’ve come to the conclusion that Europeans have their heads on straight about … Continue reading

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Most Memorable Meals in Europe

I’ve spent the last 2 1/2 years eating my way through Europe. From fish and chips to gourmet meals, currywurst from a street cart in Berlin to fine dining with white linen – I’ve eaten it all. It’s part of … Continue reading

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