In NYC, Staten Island harbor some cool surprises

 

“That Staten Island Ferry is our front door,” a disappointed Staten Islander told me. "But too many people take it right back to Manhattan. We want them to stay here and see what we’ve got." And though "what we've got" is far more than most visitor

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A terrific tasting of wines from Missouri

I am a member of the Temecula (California) Wine Review Council, and at a recent council tasting of Missouri wines, I was surprised to learn that the first officially recognized American Viticultural Area (AVA) was Augusta, Missouri, dating back to 1

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Best USA theme parks for families

These days, family travel enjoys a wealth of choices, and the profusion of theme parks around the world these days offer hundreds of great options. In the United States, these are my top favorites:

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How to spend a great day and night in Las Vegas

Las Vegas is in the center of attention among numerous travel (and of course casino) enthusiasts all over the world, but where are you going to start your fascinating journey once you’ve landed in the heart of Sin City? Here are a few tips and trick

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5 top outdoor activities in Key West

A perfect pathway to paradise, far frontier and jittery, Key West is more eccentric than other keys but also, more fascinating. The seven-square-mile Island feels like a comely tropical harbour, where the moon-flowers are sombre in the nighttime and

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7 top bests of Arizona for various tastes

Arizona is a state that fits into a lot of categories, with outstanding natural beauty, delicious food, and a thriving art scene, amongst other things - so it truly has something for everyone. We want to show you what places in the Copper State will

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An Alaska adventure with travel host Linda Cooper

While filming the "Adventure Alaska" episode my luxury lifestyle show Travel Time with Linda, I showcased some of the most epic, “going to the nectar of your being” and once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Seriously, I had to pinch myself each day in amaz

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Fantastic California road trip: San Francisco to Carmel

Northern California offers some of the USA's loveliest road tripping, with scenic views, great beaches, beach towns and state parks as well as attractions such as the Monterey Aquarium and the Carmel Mission. One particularly appealing stretch is t

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How the USA's best airline got its mojo back

Delta Air Lines is currently the best airline in the United States, according to the latest Airline Quality Rating (AQR). The carrier's victory -- its first in 18 years -- comes against a backdrop of steady service improvement for the entire industr

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In Brooklyn, NYC, staying in boutique style at the Condor Hotel

The New York City borough of Brooklyn continues to gain popularity not only as an attractive place to live but as a very appealing destination for visitors with much to offer in terms of history, architecture, culture, dining, a.... The Williamsburg

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5 ways to have a fun evening in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

A resort town of barely 4,000 permanent residents in Tennessee's Great Smoky Mountains, this together with nearby Pigeon Forge, Sevierville, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the eastern USA's top tourism nexuses, a mix of natu

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4 ways to make your Alaska cruise more memorable

Alaska cruises provide great opportunities for guests to make memories that will last a lifetime. With their unique setting in the USA's great white north, cruise guests can have experiences unlike those from other cruise locations. The natural be

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Planning a trip to Hawaii

For many people, Hawaii remains the ultimate travel destination. Many travel agencies offer superlative services that can make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. The moment you step off the plane, you will find yourself setting foot on the gleamin

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Benbow Historic Inn is a comfortable oaisis amid northern California's redwoods

Wherever you decide to stay, a drive along the northern California coast is visually breathtaking, and if you find a comfortable inn to lay your head, so much the better. The Benbow Historic Inn is just such a place. It is also as interesting an a

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Highlights of New Orleans

One of America’s most culturally, musically and historically rich destinations, New Orleans is arguably one of the top interesting and fascinating cities of the world. Influenced by the European, African and the Caribbean cultures, New Orleans is s

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Top things to see/do in Atlanta

Atlanta is the state of Georgia's premier cultural hub. and despite being a major urban hub, still has plenty of southern charm, as well as myriad attractions, sightseeing, and activities. Let us take a look at the many things that are a must on a

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An under-the-radar New York City gem: the borough of Queens

 

For most visitors to New York City, perhaps understandably it’s all about Manhattan, with most of Gotham’s big attractions, dining, shopping, and entertainment. But those back for another visit, or who have time for an excursion beyond Manhattan,

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Stagecoach Inn a distinctive piece of New York's Hudson Valley heritage

New York State's Hudson Valley stretching north of New York City is filled with artisan food producers, bucolic scenery, and a wide array of historic inns and bed and breakfasts. One lesser known attraction is the region's horse racing heritage dat

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Daytona Beach & Jacksonville, Florida - great for family spring break

Spring vacation time is right around the corner, and while when it comes to the Sunshine State many families automatically opt for the world's theme park capital, Orlando, who needs Mickey and his cartoon-character friends when you've got plenty of

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The winning wine country of Paso Robles, California

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