In Central Florida, there is one town is known as the Psychic or/and Spiritualist Capital of the United States. There are several ways in which you may know this town; either you are a local resident, believe in Spiritualism, or heard the Tom Petty song Casa Daga. This quick little visitor’s guide to this off the beaten path town in Florida will detail the best things to do in Cassadaga.
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Your insider guide to Downtown Brooklyn and Brooklyn Heights by a native New Yorker
Brooklyn is on the rise and a lot of you have asked about Brooklyn although I’ve decided to focus this post on two of the most popular neighborhoods in Brooklyn for tourists: Brooklyn Heights and Downtown Brooklyn. I’ve decided to ask my dad, who was born in Brooklyn and remembers the move of the Brooklyn Dodgers.
After 25 years working in downtown Brooklyn, my dad is here to dish about two neighborhoods of Brooklyn that he knows best. Keep reading for insider tips on the best things to do in Downtown Brooklyn and the best food in Downtown Brooklyn.
…Why you should consider visiting Winter Park, Florida, an easy day trip from Disneyworld
Most travelers thinking about visiting Central Florida, think Disneyworld. Only twenty minutes from Downtown Orlando is the charming city of Winter Park. Winter Park is not widely known but should be. It feels like the best of many American cities mixed together with its beautiful streets, cozy boutiques, beautiful campus, and walkable downtown area. I hope that you’re inspired to visit Winter Park!
…The Insider’s Guide to the US Open by a fan attending for 30+ years
This week is a guest post from a reader who happens to be my dad. Steve is a native New Yorker who has been going to the US Open for the past 35 years. He attends for three days every year. The most that he has ever spent on one day was $3 for a pretzel (other than tickets). Some days have been totally free. He is proud of this accomplishment.
This is an update for the 2019 US Open with corrections and other important developments from last year’s blog. It still contains insider tips to the US Open with advice on how to visit Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on a budget, what to bring to the US Open, what to wear to the US Open, and other travel tips for the US Open 2019. Remember to enjoy the Day.
…Your perfect 5-day road trip itinerary in coastal New Brunswick!
Have you ever planned a trip by looking at a map and thought if I had more time, I would love to get there? Well, I missed New Brunswick on two previous trips while driving to Nova Scotia. Sorry that it took so long but I’m really happy that I finally made it.
New Brunswick is one of the largest Canadian provinces. This blog will only cover the coastal communities along the Bay of Fundy with a five road trip itinerary for seeing the best of New Brunswick. As a lover of nature and finding unique spots, New Brunswick is the destination to visit. New Brunswick has the Tidal Bore with the highest tides in the world.
…The best things to do on Prince Edward Island for first-time visitors
Having returned from Prince Edward Island where visitors can look for wild foxes, drink tea or coffee out of jars, drive an 8-mile span bridge that is Canada’s longest, meet spoon musicians, and eat local seafood. Many cruise ship visitors visit briefly during a shore excursion and miss many of these amazing things to do in Prince Edward Island. I hope that this article inspires you to spend more time on Prince Edward Island!
…Your perfect South of France itinerary with cost-cutting tips
Having taken my first trip to Europe over four decades ago, in numerous trips since, I have learned that many famous destinations are overpriced, or disappointing. The South of France (Provence) exceeds all expectations for its Joie de vivre (joy of living), beauty, food, people, and sites. After two trips in the past two years, I am counting the minutes until my next trip to this magical place. This guide to the South of France includes practical tips for visiting the South of France with an itinerary based on multiple trips and budget tips within each city!
…How to visit the South of France on a Budget: 10 cost-cutting tips
Considering visiting the South of France on a budget? Experienced French traveler Steve has some helpful tips for visiting Provence on a budget for first-time visitors. We include tips on how to find cheap accommodations in the South of France, budget eating tips, and how to avoid the crowds in the South of France.
…How to visit France on a budget: Thirteen cost-cutting tips for travel in France
If you’re visiting France, you might be wondering how you can afford your trip between the food, the hotels, and the attractions. However, it’s definitely possible to visit France on a budget.
These are tips that I’ve perfected via my time living in Paris, traveling in France, and my dad’s recent trip around France. Traveling on a budget isn’t always about surviving on a shoestring, but cutting back on unnecessary expenses to splurge on the experiences that matter to you. I wrote this blog post together with my dad based on his recent trip to Provence and my travel around France. This post has been recently updated based on a recent trip. (April 2019).
…Five reasons why you should visit Arles, Provence’s surprising gem
When I asked my late 97-year-old Father-In-Law about his years of military service in Europe during WWII, his most interesting memory was visiting Arles and Southern France. I had never heard of Arles prior to this point. After research, I discovered that Arles has been visited by Julius Caesar, Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Gauguin, Pablo Picasso and other notable figures in its history. Caesar would have called it Colonial Julia Paterna Arelatensium but today it is called Arles. I am in love with this city as this is my second trip in the past two years. I hope that this blog inspires you to visit Arles!
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