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NYC: 9/11 Memorial… Never Forget

By on July 21, 2014 in New York Travel with 16 Comments
NYC: 9/11 Memorial… Never Forget

“After the 9/11 apocalypse happened in New York City, people, particularly New Yorkers, who breathed in the ash, or saw the results of that, have a tendency to keep seeing echoes and having flashbacks to it.” – Stephen King Reflection Where were you on September 11th? What daggers shot through your body when you saw […]

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Bahamas: Fortune Beach, Grand Bahama Island

By on July 16, 2014 in Caribbean Travel with 4 Comments
Bahamas: Fortune Beach, Grand Bahama Island

“Cheers to beach hair, tan skin, flip flops, and sandy toes.” – Author Unknown I recently visited Grand Bahama Island with my friend, Brenda. I purchased two $49 vouchers for a day trip aboard a ferry, Balearia Bahamas Express, from Travelzoo. (Note: Another $18 per person was due at check-in.) I have been to a few Bahamian Islands, […]

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NYC: The Sketchy Subway

By on June 16, 2014 in New York Travel with 7 Comments
NYC: The Sketchy Subway

“No place epitomizes the American experience and the American spirit more than New York City.” – Michael Bloomberg I love New York City. The vibe. The people. They are passionate and driven. They are intelligent and educated, making stimulating conversation abundant. They can be kind, aloof, or crazy, but they are honest. I have often […]

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NYC: Eataly, an Italian Dream

By on June 15, 2014 in Dining, New York Travel with 8 Comments
NYC: Eataly, an Italian Dream

“I love places that have an incredible history. I love the Italian way of life, I love the food, I love the people, I love the attitudes of Italians.” – Sir Elton John When I was a junior at Syracuse University, I spent a semester abroad in Florence, Italy. I loved everything about the experience […]

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Escargot 41– a Hidden Gem in Naples, Florida

By on June 13, 2014 in Dining, Naples Travel with 0 Comments
Escargot 41– a Hidden Gem in Naples, Florida

“Eat well, laugh often, love abundantly.” Last month, I went to visit my mom, Callie, in Naples, Florida. One night, we went out to dinner at Escargot 41, a fabulous French restaurant, with Richard. Escargot 41 is a hidden gem nestled away in a shopping center between K-mart and Homegoods on Tamiami Trail. My mom learned about this wonderful […]

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NYC: Fun Times at Whiskey Park

By on June 10, 2014 in New York Travel with 7 Comments
NYC: Fun Times at Whiskey Park

“A friend is someone who gives you total freedom to be yourself.” – Jim Morrison After I finished an amazing dinner at Asiate, my friend, Liz, met me at the Mandarin Oriental. Liz and I became friends my freshman year of college at Syracuse University. Although our paths had not crossed physically over the last few decades, […]

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NYC: Asiate, a Restaurant with a Spectacular View

By on June 8, 2014 in Dining, New York Travel with 12 Comments
NYC: Asiate, a Restaurant with a Spectacular View

“The city seen for the first time, in its first wild promise of all the mystery and beauty in the world.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald In April, my friend, Leann, sent me an article, 35 Most Amazing Restaurants With A View. I love to travel, and every single place on the list looked absolutely amazing. Of […]

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NYC: Inside Park at St. Bart’s

By on May 26, 2014 in Dining, New York Travel with 9 Comments
NYC: Inside Park at St. Bart’s

“For me, New York is comfortable, not strange.” – Karl Lagerfeld I love to travel. I love to explore. I fly alone a lot, but oftentimes I meet up with friends and family. I enjoy experiencing new places by myself, as well as with others. I am comfortable in my own skin. However, we all […]

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NYC: Let the Adventure Begin

By on May 23, 2014 in New York Travel with 8 Comments
NYC: Let the Adventure Begin

“One belongs to New York instantly, one belongs to it as much in five minutes as in five years.” – Tom Wolfe I have arrived. After working and flying, I grabbed a cab to my hotel, the Lombardy. According to Wikipedia, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, among other celebrities, once resided here. The stale smell […]

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Living the Dream

By on January 14, 2014 in Dining, Massachusetts Travel with 6 Comments
Living the Dream

“Who would have thought squash and alcohol would taste so fantastic together…” – Gina Pacelli, Facebook 10/24/13 I grew up in a small town on the North Shore. To us, it was known as “the center of the universe.” To all others, our little bubble was known as Lynnfield, Massachusetts. There were two elementary schools, the happy […]

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