Monthly Archives: July 2016

Eat you way through Venice

Posted on July 31, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Osteria Enoteca Ai Artisti, Fondamenta della Toletta 1169\abc, 30123 Venezia, Italy Without reservations, we scored the last table of the night in this cozy romantic osteria. The ambiance, food, and service were wonderful. I asked what a typical Venetian dish … Continue reading →

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Sightseeing in Venice

Posted on July 30, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Piazza San Marco Also known as St Mark’s Square, this is one of the top attractions in the city. There are a number of remarkable buildings here including St. Mark’s Basilica, the Campanile, Doges Palace, and the Clock Tower. Best … Continue reading →

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Off the beaten path in Venice

Posted on July 29, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Scala Contarini del Bovolo, S. Marco, 4301, 30124 Venezia, Italy You want to get a great view of the city, but shutter at the thought of the crowds and lines you’ll find near the St Mark’s Campanile. What if I … Continue reading →

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Spontaneous daytrip to Florence

Posted on July 28, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Flying by the seat of our pants, we popped into Termini Station in Rome and bought the earliest roundtrip train tickets to Florence. The trip was approximately an hour and thirty minutes (each way), $47 (each way), and absolutely worth … Continue reading →

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The Ice Cream Man, Greenwich

Posted on July 27, 2016 by julieovaltrades

I’m always screaming for ice cream this summer, all over the place. The foodnetwork is my guilty pleasure. Whenever I have access to cable television I can watch it all night! Bobby Flay is my guy, and I love watching … Continue reading →

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Stark’s Knob and Hudson Crossing Park, Schuylerville

Posted on July 26, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Two parcels filled with history and nature within a few minutes drive from one another make for a great few hours of adventure. Stark’s Knob Historical Lookout, Starks Knob Rd, Schuylerville, NY 12871 The park is tiny, but really packs … Continue reading →

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Bistro Le Roux, Lake George

Posted on July 25, 2016 by julieovaltrades

A world away from the main strip at Lake George, but in reality – a few minutes drive. If you are looking for a wonderful dinner, delicious food and fantastic service, Bistro Le Roux [668 NY-149, Lake George, NY 12845] … Continue reading →

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Black Mountain, Adirondack Hike

Posted on July 24, 2016 by julieovaltrades

On the Fourth of July I tied on my American flag bandana, put lunch and a whole lot of water into a backpack, tied up my boots, and made my way to Black Mountain [Pike Brook Road off of Hulett’s … Continue reading →

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Shelving Rock Falls and Log Bay, Lake George

Posted on July 23, 2016 by julieovaltrades

It’s summer. It’s hot. You want to be outside, but you need to cool down. There is a super fun nature walk right outside of Lake George with refreshing watering holes to cool down in along the way! Put on … Continue reading →

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The Silo Restaurant, Queensbury

Posted on July 22, 2016 by julieovaltrades

If you want to have a big hearty lumberjack of a breakfast to fuel a day up in the Adirondacks, there is no better spot than The Silo Restaurant and Country Store [537 Aviation Rd, Queensbury, NY 12804]. Place your … Continue reading →

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