Alexandria Bay, or for those better acquainted, Alex Bay is a bustling little summer town in the Thousand Islands. The theme here is water: boating, fishing, and diving – you’ll find it all and more. On land the main drag is filled with souvenir shops, fried food and fudge, bars, […]
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We proclaimed, “This was the summer of Claws,” and what a fine summer it has been. With all the brilliant sunshiney weather there was, I never wanted to be inside. Claws [20 Main St West Sayville, NY 11796] was the perfect spot to sit outside, canal-side, and eat delicious fresh […]
Sandwiched between two major attractions, the city of LA and Disneyland, there are a number of suburban cities that seem quiet in comparison. You may find yourself booking a hotel in one of these more relaxed atmospheres to escape the hustle bustle of major tourism. If you are staying in […]
No trip to LA is complete without a visit to Griffith Park. Iconic Griffith Park is to LA what Central Park is to NYC, there is something to see for anyone visiting. You can spend an entire day exploring, or even years and never see it all. Griffith is America’s […]
Devious, mouthwatering, and deliciously sinful. If you’re looking for dessert you can get it here 24-hours a day. SK’s Donuts [5850 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036] has arguably the best donuts in LA, and after one bite you’ll see why. These sweet treats are worth deviating from your […]
Driving into Malibu on the curvaceous roads you’ll see ritzy cars and glamorous homes on top of the hills across from the ocean. This is the pinnacle of living, take part in it, at least for a few hours. One of the most scenic beaches in the area is El […]
California has a huge Asian population that has only grown since approximately one million Asians came through Angel Island in the early 1900s. From East to West they carried with them their unique cuisine and today Los Angeles has a multitude of interesting choices from traditional to those with a […]
Los Angeles is known for its phenomenal Mexican food, so when visiting I planned on eating quite a lot of it. I love trying different menu items, but one I can’t escape ordering is a fish taco – my absolute favorite dish! Below are some of the best Mexican joints […]
When I told a friend I would be staying in the town of Joshua Tree he said, ‘Why? There’s nothing in the town but the park – stay in Palm Springs instead.’ I was nervous about my decision, had I made a mistake? As it turns out I visited both […]
One of the most majestic and unique lands I have ever seen, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park are what dreams are truly made of. The two separate parks are conjoined twins situated beside one another, sharing one admission and totally different personalities – both worth exploring! If you only have one […]
Do you ever feel like you’re walking on a cloud when you’re eating a piece of cheesecake? Drive down a country road in Washington County you’ll come upon a monastery where the Nuns of New Skete [343 Ashgrove Rd, Cambridge, NY 12816] say they have some seriously heavenly cheesecake. Ring […]
A small town brewery with big flavor, we had a great time hanging out and tasting some beers at the Argyle Brewing Company [1 Main St, Greenwich, NY 12834]. The space is pretty small, but it has character. Some interesting business was hanging on their walls along with little knickknacks […]
I found a new love! I am the biggest fan of Sweet Beet Bistro [93 Main St, Greenwich, NY 12834], a romantic little dinner spot on a picturesque rural main street. When a restaurant cares about the ingredients they put in their food and community that they are situated in, […]
When I heard that the owner of my favorite Albany sushi joint was opening a ramen restaurant, I couldn’t wait to give it a try!! Tanpopo Ramen and Sake Bar [893 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207] found a home in the old and beloved Miss Albany Diner building located in the […]
Eating the freshest fish beside the water which it just came from, could life be any better? Topolino [Riva 2, Bol, Brac Island 21420 , Croatia] in the town of Bol on the island of Brac was a perfect moment in time. We had spent a lovely day on the […]