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While it may not be the Grand Canal in Venice, you can experience an authentic Venetian Gondola ride on Lake Merritt in Oakland, California.
Operating year round, Gondola Servizio offers private tours (meaning you are not thrown together with strangers) on a reservation only basis. Come as a couple for a romantic sunset rid, or […]
As a travel blogger, I try to keep up on what’s going on the this industry. Where are the hot new places to go? What old favorites are still holding up as destinations?
I’m continually making and re-making a wish list of where I’d like to go — a never ending process.
Today, I share […]
Honolulu’s Bishop Museum offers the natural and cultural history of Hawaii’s indigenous people. Founded in 1889 by Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop, the last heir to Kamehameha I, you’ll find artifacts and exhibits representative of all the Pacific Islands.
A couple of my favorite highlights are the Science on a Sphere exhibit and the Science Adventure […]
When your sweet tooth just won’t keep silent, indulge your love of chocolate with your desire to be healthy and check out Scharffen Berger Chocolate in Berkeley, California (914 Heinz Avenue, map it).
Founded in 1996 by a wine maker and a doctor, the company is a complete manufacturer of chocolate. That is, they make […]
Is it a nightclub? Or is it a pool? If you’re visiting the MGM Grand Las Vegas you’ll find both with its new Wet Republic!
Wet Republic is an adult-only 53,000 square foot water playground featuring lots of room and opportunity to swim, lounge and play. It’s a way of taking that hip Las Vegas […]
This is another question that I’m asked frequently.
Q. What do you do on layovers?
A. It depends, of course, on the destination and the length of time of the layover. Here are some typical choices:
Slam Click. Slamming the hotel door, clicking the lock, and enjoying time alone in the room, away from people. It’s time […]
If the thought of a fine bag, a decadent pair of heels, or the feel of the fabric of a finely crafted suit makes you swoon, then an afternoon on the Champs-Élysées in Paris may be your definition of heaven.
Avenue des Champs-Élysées is not only one of the most recognized street names in Paris, […]
One more photo from my travels in Italy, this one along the water in Sorrento. I love the way these hotels and residences are carved into the sides of the hill, offering great views of the area.
Next week it will be back to a regular posting schedule here at Flyaway Cafe. Vacation is over […]
Welcome to the April 7th, 2008 edition of the Carnival of Travelers. Yes, I know that April 7th was a few days ago, but traveling in Italy meant that I only had sporadic internet access. But — better late than never, and we have a great selection of blog posts on this month’s topic, Local […]
Today’s question is one that I get asked ALL the time. While the question stays the same, the answer varies.
Q. Where is your favorite layover?
A. Right now my favorite trips are balanced between two competing interests.
On one hand, right now I’m enjoying the sunny locations — cities in Mexico and Hawaii. They provide me […]
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Written by Mary Jo Manzanares [email] for b5media.
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