Tag: romantic
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The Best Things to Do in Ann Arbor, Michigan (with Videos!)
Ann Arbor, Michigan is the quintessentially cool Midwest college town, intelligent with just a hint of granola around the edges. It combines small-town charm with amenities that you might think exist only in big cities. Though the year-round population is just over 100,000, the town is a magnet for the arts, shopping, nightlife and farm-to-fork…
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A Green Tour of Paris (with some Videos!)
While Paris has pedestrian-packed streets and a well-developed Metro system, most Parisians will tell you that they are slow to warm to the idea of environmental conservation. But traveling to this beautiful city doesn’t have to incur a negative impact on our planet. As I discovered, ecologically-minded New York travelers no longer have to compromise…
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A Short Guide To Planning A Romantic Couples Getaway
Planning a romantic couples getaway and need some guidance? You’ve reached the right page. If you’ve been quite busy with work, you know that a romantic vacation with your significant other is one way to finally spend time together. A trip away allows the two of you to focus on each other without the interruptions…
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The Best Active Adventures in Curaçao
You don’t need to go all the way to Europe to get your fix of Dutch culture. The Caribbean island of Curaçao is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands that is just a four-hour nonstop flight from JFK. Though Dutch is the official language of the island, Papiamentu, a melting pot of…
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Active Adventures in Santa Fe, New Mexico
With its dramatic scenery, Santa Fe appeals to travelers seeking bold beauty. Art appreciators are attracted to this section of Northern New Mexico like bees to honey, thanks to a wealth of world-class museums and hundreds of galleries. For the outdoor adventurer, Santa Fe presents the ultimate getaway. You can cycle and ski all morning…
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Oaxaca: The Foodie Capital of Mexico
Beyond the flashy beaches of Cancun and cosmopolitan Mexico City, lies the state of Oaxaca. Oaxaca (also the name of the state’s capital) is a gentle city that mixes the colonial character of traditional Spanish plazas, churches and cobblestone with the indigenous legacy of agricultural and pre-Columbian art. Modern day Oaxaca is a testament to…
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Eating, Drinking and a Tiny Dash of Culture in Panama City
Panama City is tall and white, each glass building outdoing the last with funky facades that create curves and shapes in the skyline. Beneath the skyscrapers, street art scrawls profound messages—next to a handwritten advertisement for mangoes, an ask and answer: What’s deeper than the abyss? Sadness. And the cocktails! This New York drinker had…
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Petit St. Vincent: Eco-Friendly Exclusivity in the Caribbean
Dreaming of a secluded sanctuary in the Caribbean? Hello Petit St. Vincent. This discreet hideaway is part of the Grenadines, a chain of unspoiled islands that have been spared the hazards of mass tourism. The crystalline sea and undisturbed coral reef are an environmentally responsible travelers nirvana. Everyone refers to this unpretentious private island as…
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Nassau, Bahamas: A Tropical Treasure Chest Of Fun And Sun
Is there anyone out there not craving a post-holiday sun-and-sand getaway? Combat winter (at least temporarily) when you catch a quick nonstop flight to the Bahamas. Capital city Nassau is a tropical treasure chest that combines relaxation and Colonial-style charm in perfect proportion. It ranks sky-high on the walkability scale, landing it in the bull’s…