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Local love: A traveler’s guide to Tribeca, NYC

Tuesday, October 4th, 2011

They ain't 'fraid a no ghost: The infamous Ladder 8 firehouse from "Ghostbusters" calls Tribeca home.

By Erik Torkells

To take the measure of a city, you need to get out of the tourist zones and explore a residential neighborhood. But some cities, such as New York, have so many to choose from. I humbly submit my own neighborhood, Tribeca, which you’ve probably heard of, either because of the Tribeca Film Festival (which is mostly held elsewhere in the city), Jay-Z’s “Empire State of Mind,” or the Subaru SUV.

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Lullaby of Broadway: A preview of the 2011/2012 season

Thursday, September 29th, 2011

Bright lights, big city: Add a Broadway show to your New York City vacation plans. Credit: paulo.barcellos.

By Keith Knapp

As iconic as the Empire State Building and Central Park, New York City vacation plans wouldn’t be complete without experiencing a Broadway musical or play. And as a local New Yorker, fall season finds me in dramatic anticipation as I plan which new shows I’d like to see. The fall 2011/spring 2012 season promises to deliver quite a line-up of performances. Here are a few Broadway shows to consider on your trip: (more…)

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Big city leaf-peeping: Fall foliage in NYC, Paris & London

Monday, September 26th, 2011

Fall for Autumn: London's rustic hues near Tower Bridge. Credit: az1172.

by Kristin Dillon

While crowds flock to the picturesque towns of New England for fall vacations, international cities unwind a notch to render local character (and cheap hotel rates). From the Salon du Chocolat in Paris to fall foliage in Central Park, see what the harvest yields among the panoply of peep in London, Paris and New York City. (more…)

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At more hotels, original artwork is part of the decor

Wednesday, September 21st, 2011

Artistic vibe: a painting by Ed Moses in the lobby of ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa

By Mark Chesnut

The theft of a $250,000 Rembrandt drawing from The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey in August helped to make travelers more aware that hotels are more than a place to rest your head; they can also be a great place to appreciate original artwork. Here are a few great places — including Florida hotels, New York hotels and Hawaii hotels — where travelers can get a healthy serving of artistic inspiration.

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ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa, located at the northern tip of Miami Beach, exhibits more than 400 privately commissioned works of art from new, emerging and established American and foreign talent. Major artists including Guy Dill, Ed Moses, Darren Waterson, and Richard Deutsh comprise the collection, which is valued at more than $3.5 million. (more…)

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At upscale hotels, you can drive a luxury car for free

Tuesday, September 20th, 2011

Hop in: A Mercedes at Four Seasons Resort Vail

By Mark Chesnut

More upscale hotels are tapping into the public’s fascination with shiny new luxury cars  by offering free loaner programs. It’s a first-come, first-serve type of amenity that is certainly more interesting than free coffee or Wi-Fi.

Some of the loaner programs are for a limited time. The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte, is offering guests the chance to drive the latest BMW models — including a sedan, several convertibles, an SUV and an eco-friendly BMW — for free between Sept. 18 and Oct. 24, as part of the Ritz-Carlton BMW Driving Tour. (more…)

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Finding great regional cuisine without leaving the hotel

Thursday, September 8th, 2011

Catch of the day: Grille 700 at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront

By Mark Chesnut

Whether it’s the highest-priced haute creation or home cooking, the United States is chock full of regional cuisine to delight the senses. And with a bit of research, you can easily enjoy mouthwatering dishes that represent the best of any destination, without stepping foot outside your hotel. Here are a few ideas to get your juices flowing. (more…)

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Independent airport lounges provide cheap travel relief

Wednesday, August 31st, 2011

Peace and quiet: Raleigh-Durham's Club at RDU.

By Mark Chesnut

Variations in travel habits and budget concerns can make it difficult for many travelers to justify the cost of an annual membership with an airline club lounge. But the recent growth of independent airport VIP lounges has resulted in a variety of less-expensive options for harried travelers looking for peace, quiet and amenities during that next long layover. All of the lounges mentioned here offer free Wi-Fi as well as other features that vary by location. (more…)

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Ways to commemorate the 10th anniversary of 9/11

Wednesday, August 24th, 2011

The National September 11 Memorial & Museum marks the sites of the Twin Towers with 2 reflective pools.

By Erik Torkells

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the Lower Manhattan site will be closed on September 11 for a remembrance with elected officials — including President Obama and former President George W. Bush — and family members of people who died in the attacks. The National September 11 Memorial, meanwhile, opens to the public on Sept. 12 (you have to reserve a pass); with the museum to follow at a later date. Leading up to September 11, however, many institutions around town will be marking the anniversary. (more…)

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5 stylish new hotels in New York City

Wednesday, August 10th, 2011

Big Apple style: the Gansevoort Park Avenue hotel

By Mark Chesnut

New York hotels are, by nature, designed to appeal to both leisure and business travelers. And the most recent round of New York hotel openings are an excellent example of how the Big Apple combines style, service and location to serve the needs of a variety of travelers. Anyone planning a New York vacation or business trip would do well to check out these new additions. (more…)

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5 cool budget summer destinations from New York City

Friday, July 29th, 2011

Flower power: Escape the bustle of Manhattan to play in a field of wildflowers at Steep Rock nature preserve.

By Erik Torkells

If you can’t stand the heat, get out of the city. Bypass a New York City vacation for value stays within driving — or train — distance to the metropolis. (more…)

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