Archive for July, 2009
Food Festivals In The Caribbean
Love to eat? Sure you do. Like your food a cut above your mainstream meals that you have at home? Don’t we all? Better yet, do you like to enjoy them under sunny warm skies in a location that does not include your home address? Then you’re in luck. There’s a cornucopia of Caribbean countries [...]
Montreal On The Cheap
I will assume that at least some of you out there have at one time or another visited the fine city of Montreal. For those who haven’t, you’re in for a treat. Lots of old European charm, cafe culture and of course an epicurean paradise for those who consider themselves foodies. But despite all of [...]
Las Vegas Calendar
Some things to do in Las Vegas, NV: Grossology (Through September 7) Where: Lied Discovery Children’s Museum (downtown Las Vegas) Highlights: Barf, boogers and farts are all incorporated into the fun and educational exhibit subtitled “The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body.” Info: www.ldcm.org Blink-182 (July 23-24) Where: The Joint at Hard Rock Highlights: Punk [...]
If It’s Sunday, It Must Be Belgium
Most travellers – at least the ones I know, anyways – seem to prefer European destinations such as London, Paris, Rome and other common municipalities. But in light of the slumping economy, one European destination gets little buzz – Brussels, Belgium. Brussels is home of many of the European Union institutions; as such, this city [...]
Summer Deals Still Available For Caribbean
Blame the economy. Blame Rio (Ok, that was a stretch!). In any case, when the economy is strong, it is hard to find bargains if you’re jonesing for a trip to the Caribbean. But thanks to the anemic U.S. economy, there’s some actual bargains out there. And yes folks, this includes “all-inclusives”. Many of the [...]
