Tag Archive: Travel

Traveler’s Guide to Getting Bumped

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It was a long weekend in Las Vegas. As I sat alone sleepy in a bustling McCarran International Airport, wishing I hadn’t taken that last round of shots at 4am in a bar I vaguely remember somewhere along the Strip, I just wanted to get on that plane and head back to New York City…

Five Beautiful Sunsets Around the World

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The world’s most coveted sunsets? The earth’s most awe-inspiring destinations? We’re probably never going to agree. I’ve already accepted that. But that’s fine, because a sunset is personal to each traveler, each individual. Which is why this list will never be an objective piece. My travel boots have taken me to so many amazing places…

Summer Road Trip: 24 Hours in Montauk

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Summertime and the living’s easy. For the next few weeks I will be hitting the road to nearby locales showing how you can use your American Express Membership Rewards along the way. AmEx was kind enough to unload some points into my account, in which I will use wisely throughout various road trips in the…

Travel Shot: Goodnight New York

New York City at night

A shot taken from high above New York City on a summer night. Not a bad way to end the day…

NYC Restaurant Week Reservations Now Open!

New York City Restaurant Week

If you’re planning on taking advantage of the lunch and dinner specials during the 20th annual New York City Restaurant Week, which is going on July 11-24, reservations are now open to the public. Specials are available Monday through Friday and optional at some locations on Sunday. To chow down during the two week event,…

Travel Shot: New York City Sunset

New York City sunset on 41st and 5th by the New York Public Library

  New York City sunset on 41st and 5th by the New York Public Library While enjoying a leisurely Sunday evening stroll with my wife yesterday, we stumbled upon an angelic beam of light. Well it was actually just  the sun setting on another hectic Big Apple day. But the red, yellow and orange glare…

A New Yorker’s Guide to Fireworks Around the Big Apple

Macy's 4th of July Fireworks with Brooklyn Bridge

With summer officially here, it’s time to light up the grill, enjoy longer days and if you’re like me, bathe in sun block so that you do not go up in flames from the warmer temps. If you live in or plan to visit New York City this summer you may want to check out…

The Seven Most Luxurious Taxis Around the World

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Around the world, taxi’s come in all shapes and sizes. In New York for example, there are the famous yellow cabs. In London, the black cabs are instantly recognisable. Likewise, those visiting Thailand will see tuk tuk’s lining the streets everywhere and those visiting Shanghai will be greeted with hoards of VW Santana taxis. While…