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April 21st, 2008

Matchbook Monday: Yakiniku Tokyo

Today’s matchbook is a contribution from Shane who writes The Tokyo Traveler.
I wish that I could offer up a little more insight as to the location and cuisine of the restaurant, but you’ll have to follow her blogs posts to learn about the food of Tokyo.
Thanks for the contribution, Shane!
If you have a matchbook […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

February 15th, 2007

Philly Noir - An African American Culture Tour of Philadelphia

I have an upcoming trip planned to Philadelphia, and was going through my resources trying to get ideas about where to stay, what to do and see, and, of course, what and where to eat.
I noticed that Sound About Philly has added a new walking and podcast tour, this one called Philly Noir.  It’s a […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

January 24th, 2007

Make Dining Alone More Palatable

In my job, as with most who travel for business, there are times when people surround you, and times when you just want to be alone.  One difficult dilemma for many travelers is the issue of dining alone.
When I mention dining alone, I’m not talking about ordering room service and eating in your room, or ordering […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

December 11th, 2006

Money Saving Travel Tips for Monday, December 11th

Happy Monday!
Here are this week’s money saving travel tips:

Travel seems to be one of the few remaining areas where it’s okay to discriminate based on age.  And this time, that’s a good thing.  Look for “senior” discounts at restaurants, attractions, and various events where admission prices may be lower if you are senior.  The age […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

December 2nd, 2006

Does Anybody Really Know What Time it is?

It’s about 5:30 am, Saturday morning, as I sit and write this here in Seattle, Washington.
Thanks to a handy little Google search, I know that:

It is 2:30 pm in Paris;
It is also 2:30 pm in Malta;
It is 1:30 pm in Iceland;
And it is 3:30 am in Tahiti.

What do those locations have in common?  They are […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

November 28th, 2006

Pick up FUSAC in Paris

Today’s post comes from Lynn Rodriguez.  Lynn previously wrote Paris in the Fall so be sure to go back and read it if you missed it the first time around.
Lynn makes me feel like I’m sitting in a little cafe, having espresso, and planning what I’m going to do with the rest of the day. 
Thanks again, Lynn.  I think we’ll […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 2 comments

November 24th, 2006

Managing Food Allergies When Traveling

Food allergies can be fairly easy to manage at home, but when you are traveling it can create challenges.
If you suffer from peanut allergies, and are traveling by air, let the airline know at the time you book your reservations.  By doing so, you give the airline sufficient notice of your medical condition, and give it time […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

November 22nd, 2006

A Long Weekend in Baltimore

One of the best parts of travel is the chance to connect with friends and meet new people.  That’s just what I had the opportunity to do over this past weekend.
Best gal pal, Anita, and I were in Baltimore, Maryland, for a long weekend.  We had a chance to do some of my favorite things, as well […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

October 31st, 2006

Money Saving Travel Tips for Monday (The Tuesday Edition)

I had these money saving travel tips ready to post yesterday (Monday), but then got sidetracked and forgot to actually do it.
So, rather than skip a week, here is “Money Saving Travel Tips for Monday ““ The Tuesday Edition.”  (The concept has been work for Monday Night Football for awhile, so it’ll work here.)
 

Take part […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

October 25th, 2006

Ghosts at Omni Hotels

If your Halloween travel plans call for a stay at an Omni Hotel, you’ll be finding a ghost in your room.
These ghosts aren’t spirits from the other side.  These ghosts are tasty hand-dipped chocolates, left waiting for you on your pillow, as part of the hotel’s turn down service. 
Omni ghosts feature a hazelnut center, hand […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 0 comments

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