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Wine Shop Recommendations - Local

Last post by Anthony Z « January 18th, 2020, 12:00 am
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by M. M c C a l l » April 21st, 2009, 5:22 pm
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When I travel, I always want to know two things: what's the BYO policy, and where can I stop in to pick up a nice bottle of wine?

Please use this...
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Last post by Anthony Z
January 18th, 2020, 12:00 am
What are you doing to support restaurants during Covid19?

Last post by Chris Foley « April 6th, 2020, 5:20 pm
Replies: 25
by George Hejna » March 28th, 2020, 8:33 am

I didn't want to hijack the BYOB thread and I also think this is important enough to have it's own topic.

Clearly, the restaurant industry is in BIG...

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Last post by Chris Foley
April 6th, 2020, 5:20 pm
Aspen, Telluride and Vail Restaurants

Last post by Michael Martin « April 6th, 2020, 2:47 pm
Replies: 15
by Mark Cochard » March 20th, 2019, 10:27 am

Will be driving around Colorado this summer with stops in Aspen, Telluride and Vail.
Looking for restaurant recommendations. Already know about...

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Last post by Michael Martin
April 6th, 2020, 2:47 pm
Singapore, Vietnam, China, and Japan recommendations

Last post by PCLIN « April 5th, 2020, 2:03 am
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by Tom.Cole » January 4th, 2012, 7:56 am

My wife and I will be going on a cruise from Singapore to Tokyo this April. We will be taking shore excursions arranged by the cruiseline for all the...

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Last post by PCLIN
April 5th, 2020, 2:03 am
Coronavirus and Summer Travel

Last post by David Kaufman « April 4th, 2020, 8:45 am
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by Dennis Atick » February 28th, 2020, 4:10 am
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I posted this in one of the Coronavirus threads, but figured I might get better discussion here as it relates to travel. I have never been an...
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Last post by David Kaufman
April 4th, 2020, 8:45 am
Priceline - Beware

Last post by Nick Running « April 3rd, 2020, 11:27 am
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by Victor Hong » December 7th, 2019, 6:39 pm

This is cross-posted, to enable non-subscribers to read this topic. Thank you.

A major financial institution was promoting travel discounts, and...

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Last post by Nick Running
April 3rd, 2020, 11:27 am
Mt Whitney advice and training - stair stepper advice?

Last post by dteng « March 31st, 2020, 7:49 am
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by Robert M yers » March 14th, 2020, 6:26 am

My brother, 10 years younger than my 47 wants to climb a mountain. Ive climbed lots of mountain trails and backpacked extensively all over the west...

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Last post by dteng
March 31st, 2020, 7:49 am
is this the end of byo culture?

Last post by Pat K « March 27th, 2020, 4:09 pm
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by Michael Klein » March 24th, 2020, 10:58 am

Had a thought today - could this current covid-19 situation mark the end of BYO policies at restaurants? Discuss...

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Last post by Pat K
March 27th, 2020, 4:09 pm
Recent Trip To London

Last post by Dave McCloskey « March 20th, 2020, 5:28 am
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by Dave McCloskey » March 16th, 2020, 11:37 am

Well it appears my recent trip to London came just under the wire as most sporting events have subsequently been canceled and travel is more...

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Last post by Dave McCloskey
March 20th, 2020, 5:28 am
Virgin Islands Charter

Last post by brigcampbell « March 18th, 2020, 11:41 am
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by R. Wilhite » August 1st, 2019, 8:12 pm

Anyone ever done a Virgin Island, US or British, boat charter and tried to bring their own wine? I don’t want to try and travel with a case or two to...

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Last post by brigcampbell
March 18th, 2020, 11:41 am
Vermont: All Restaurants and Bars now Closed

Last post by Joshua Kates « March 17th, 2020, 9:18 am
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by John Fagan » March 17th, 2020, 7:05 am

On Sunday, Governor Phil Scott ordered that all bars and restaurants in Vermont would need close as of 2:00 PM today and remain closed until at least...

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Last post by Joshua Kates
March 17th, 2020, 9:18 am
Japan Experts Help Please

Last post by MaiMadigan « March 12th, 2020, 3:20 am
Replies: 42
by Jud Reis » July 1st, 2019, 6:02 pm

I know there are a ton of threads already on Japan trips, but I am hoping to get some customized advice. Have been to Japan many times in business,...

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Last post by MaiMadigan
March 12th, 2020, 3:20 am
Bern's tips

Last post by Shay h arnoy « March 11th, 2020, 9:12 pm
Replies: 6
by Damon Levy » March 2nd, 2020, 3:19 pm

Hey all, finally making a pilgrimage to Bern's this week after having read about it for many years. Anyone been recently? Tips or other tidbits you...

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Last post by Shay h arnoy
March 11th, 2020, 9:12 pm
Boca Raton and Surrounding Areas

Last post by Sherri S h a p i r o « March 10th, 2020, 1:36 pm
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by Mike Cohen » February 11th, 2020, 2:01 pm

Heading to Florida tomorrow for a few days, staying in Boca. Need good restaurants (doesn't have to be fancy). Also a wine shop or two in the Boca...

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Last post by Sherri S h a p i r o
March 10th, 2020, 1:36 pm
Stockholm and Oslo.......all kinds of advice needed.

Last post by Marshall Gelb « March 10th, 2020, 1:35 pm
Replies: 39
by Marshall Gelb » July 29th, 2019, 4:01 pm

We will be going to Stockholm & Oslo next year and would love any advice this esteemed board can offer. There doesn't seem to be much, especially...

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Last post by Marshall Gelb
March 10th, 2020, 1:35 pm
NYC restaurant recommendations

Last post by Neal.Mollen « March 10th, 2020, 11:57 am
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by Joe Soha » January 25th, 2020, 11:18 am

We will be in NYC this spring. I am looking for restaurant recommendations for lunch in the upper east or west side.
Looking for a place for a nice...

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Last post by Neal.Mollen
March 10th, 2020, 11:57 am
Drastic times call for drastic measures

Last post by Victor Hong « March 10th, 2020, 5:34 am
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by Michael O'Brien » March 9th, 2020, 11:56 am

I just received an email from these folks. Text copied below. Interesting approach. Will we see more?

A nice program to help us get through this...

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Last post by Victor Hong
March 10th, 2020, 5:34 am
Miami Beach Dining

Last post by J@redC « March 9th, 2020, 4:52 pm
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by Brian P » February 25th, 2020, 8:02 am

I'll be hosting a dinner for about 10 visitors to Miami in late March. Is there a restaurant on South Beach, or perhaps across the causeway close to...

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Last post by J@redC
March 9th, 2020, 4:52 pm
The Grill, NYC

Last post by theocorrel « March 8th, 2020, 6:13 pm
Replies: 7
by theocorrel » February 24th, 2020, 8:33 pm

Thinking of celebrating a milestone birthday (50) for a French friend of mine at the Grill. (She is extremely well traveled, but this will be her...

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Last post by theocorrel
March 8th, 2020, 6:13 pm
Madrid, España

Last post by jakewi « March 8th, 2020, 2:36 pm
Replies: 21
by A Rubin Stein » February 20th, 2020, 12:15 pm

I'm beginning a new thread for Madrid-specific recommendations.

I'll be there with my eighteen year old daughter. Hotel and dining recommendations...

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Last post by jakewi
March 8th, 2020, 2:36 pm
maui--wailea/makena area restaurants

Last post by Bret D!sk!n « March 7th, 2020, 2:31 pm
Replies: 11
by john stimson » January 25th, 2020, 4:45 pm

It has been 2-3 years since we've been to Maui. Anything new to report in the restaurant scene in the Wailea area?

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Last post by Bret D!sk!n
March 7th, 2020, 2:31 pm
Washington Wine Route suggestions?

Last post by Michael O'Brien « March 7th, 2020, 1:21 pm
Replies: 9
by Michael O'Brien » February 29th, 2020, 1:12 pm

I have been energetically reading and copying the information from the thread on Washington wineries to visit. I am getting some great information....

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
March 7th, 2020, 1:21 pm
What is top frequent flyer status really worth?

Last post by Alan Rath « March 6th, 2020, 10:35 pm
Replies: 38
by Sarah Kirschbaum » May 3rd, 2019, 12:24 pm

I find myself in a funny situation this year. I was laid off my job, which involved frequent travel, a month ago and don't expect to start a new one...

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Last post by Alan Rath
March 6th, 2020, 10:35 pm
Road to Hana

Last post by Paul McCourt « March 6th, 2020, 6:50 pm
Replies: 27
by David Kaufman » February 26th, 2020, 12:25 pm

Headed to Maui in a couple weeks with the family (kids are 6 and 8). Road to Hana is on the agenda, but curious what the can’t-miss stops are on the...

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Last post by Paul McCourt
March 6th, 2020, 6:50 pm
Salt Lake City

Last post by doug johnson « March 6th, 2020, 2:46 pm
Replies: 12
by Leonard Taylor » February 8th, 2020, 3:17 pm

Any new/old restaurants to recommend near downtown SLC?

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Last post by doug johnson
March 6th, 2020, 2:46 pm
Barcelona 2020 (January Edition) Part 1

Last post by Ramon C « March 6th, 2020, 7:07 am
Replies: 7
by Sanjay Shampur » January 8th, 2020, 1:58 am

Some context for the following:

This is my third visit to Barcelona in 2.5 years and second in 6 months. When I was here in June 2017/2019, the...

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Last post by Ramon C
March 6th, 2020, 7:07 am
Mendoza: 8 pieces of advice, and thoughts on wine too!

Last post by scamhi « March 4th, 2020, 4:38 am
Replies: 14
by Bobby B » January 20th, 2020, 8:54 am

My wife and I just got back from a week of wine-tasting in Mendoza. We had a terrific time and were aided greatly by some of the advice on WB. Below...

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Last post by scamhi
March 4th, 2020, 4:38 am
Greece - Santorini, Naxos and Athens

Last post by David K o l i n « March 2nd, 2020, 7:23 am
Replies: 18
by Eric Z. » February 24th, 2020, 10:23 am

Headed out there this summer in that order.

Santorini - any suggestions on how to go about wine tasting for an afternoon? Better to book it with a...

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Last post by David K o l i n
March 2nd, 2020, 7:23 am
Croatia Recommendations?

Last post by brigcampbell « March 1st, 2020, 6:26 pm
Replies: 19
by Jud Reis » February 11th, 2020, 11:39 am

Going to be in Zagreb, Split and Dubrovnik in June, would appreciate any recommendations for places to stay and restaurants. Thanks in advance!

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Last post by brigcampbell
March 1st, 2020, 6:26 pm
New Zealand Recs - Otago Region

Last post by Paul Miller « February 29th, 2020, 7:10 am
Replies: 31
by maylynnjakubowski » January 16th, 2020, 12:00 pm

I would love some winery, hotel, transportation, tour (private as well) recommendations for the Otago Region in New Zealand. I will be there in early...

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Last post by Paul Miller
February 29th, 2020, 7:10 am
Paris with kids?

Last post by Alan Rath « February 28th, 2020, 5:59 pm
Replies: 9
by David McMillen » February 26th, 2020, 10:07 am

I'm taking the family for a few days soon and wondering if there are any board recommendations for family friendly restaurants that also have great...

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Last post by Alan Rath
February 28th, 2020, 5:59 pm
New York City hotels

Last post by Neal.Mollen « February 28th, 2020, 2:23 pm
Replies: 16
by Neal.Mollen » February 23rd, 2020, 6:57 pm

Anyone have particular favorite Manhattan hotels? Looking for something reasonably priced (but not bare bones). Flexible in terms of location,...

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Last post by Neal.Mollen
February 28th, 2020, 2:23 pm
Winery Suggestions - Chablis, Cote de Beaune, Beaujolais

Last post by Marshall Manning « February 28th, 2020, 8:24 am
Replies: 7
by Justin F » February 25th, 2020, 8:36 pm

My wife and I are taking a France trip this June (assuming Coronavirus doesn't ruin our plans). We're doing a couple nights each in Chablis, Beaune,...

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Last post by Marshall Manning
February 28th, 2020, 8:24 am
Austin Bbq Trip Report

Last post by M. Taylor « February 27th, 2020, 9:24 pm
Replies: 20
by Dennis Atick » February 23rd, 2020, 7:13 am

There are numerous helpful threads on Austin Bbq, but I figured I would dump my recent report here in one place as it might be helpful for future...

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Last post by M. Taylor
February 27th, 2020, 9:24 pm
Panzano, Dario Cecchini

Last post by M.Kaplan « February 27th, 2020, 8:37 pm
Replies: 4
by Tim Heaton » February 27th, 2020, 9:27 am

A cold front moved in yesterday on my way from Abruzzo to appointments in Lazio and Umbria. Wasn't really any big deal, just some wind and a bit of...

4 Replies

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Last post by M.Kaplan
February 27th, 2020, 8:37 pm
Washington State Wine Trip - Recommendations Needed!

Last post by Andrew Goldberg « February 27th, 2020, 10:52 am
Replies: 25
by Andrew Goldberg » January 12th, 2020, 12:25 pm

Hello all. New to Wine Berserkers and to posting in online forums altogether. My wife and I are thinking about a trip to Washington State this summer...

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Last post by Andrew Goldberg
February 27th, 2020, 10:52 am
Mosel for a Riesling Newbie

Last post by T@ntina A « February 24th, 2020, 6:14 pm
Replies: 8
by Madhu R » July 22nd, 2019, 4:41 pm

Hi

I’m a fairly new wine enthusiast. Mostly been drinking Napa, Sonoma, and Burgundy wines. I will have a weekend to kill near Frankfurt, in about 3...

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Last post by T@ntina A
February 24th, 2020, 6:14 pm
Seattle with the Family

Last post by Mark Y « February 24th, 2020, 5:47 pm
Replies: 4
by AdamK » February 20th, 2020, 5:24 pm

Hey All,

Headed to Seattle this summer with the family(kids age 7 and 1). Planning on a week but thinking might want to do 4 days in Seattle and 3...

4 Replies

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Last post by Mark Y
February 24th, 2020, 5:47 pm
Sardinia - why not? Advice requested.

Last post by M.Kaplan « February 24th, 2020, 7:38 am
Replies: 12
by Chris S p i k e s » June 16th, 2015, 7:23 pm

My wife and I are just starting to kick around a trip idea for the 2nd week of September. We are thinking about San Sebastian, Spain (been there...

12 Replies

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Last post by M.Kaplan
February 24th, 2020, 7:38 am
Hudson Valley for families?

Last post by M.Kaplan « February 22nd, 2020, 5:42 pm
Replies: 4
by Bruce Leiser_owitz » February 18th, 2020, 8:21 am

Our extended family is looking for a spot for an August reunion this year and is thinking of the Hudson Valley. Ages from 8 to late 70's. Would like...

4 Replies

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Last post by M.Kaplan
February 22nd, 2020, 5:42 pm
Burgundy, Paris and Ile de Re

Last post by Andrew S. « February 22nd, 2020, 11:35 am
Replies: 5
by Jerry Hey » February 19th, 2020, 2:41 pm

My wife and I spent 12 days in yet another visit to one of our favorite places, France. This time we went to Burgundy for three nights, Paris for...

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Last post by Andrew S.
February 22nd, 2020, 11:35 am
Caribbean recommendations?

Last post by Ryan Haskett « February 22nd, 2020, 7:12 am
Replies: 18
by Brad S c h i e r » January 10th, 2020, 7:43 pm

So kids will be at camp again this year and looking for place to go within Marriott Bonvoy family for a week in summer with just my wife. Last three...

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Last post by Ryan Haskett
February 22nd, 2020, 7:12 am
Needing Family Friendly Recs for Washington DC

Last post by Andrew S. « February 21st, 2020, 7:49 am
Replies: 21
by adam landa » February 13th, 2020, 8:33 pm

Heading to DC with the family to see the sites and a couple college visits. Welcome suggestions for reasonable spots around town for breakfast, lunch...

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Last post by Andrew S.
February 21st, 2020, 7:49 am
Cleveland tips?

Last post by Robert M yers « February 19th, 2020, 6:01 pm
Replies: 30
by fred o. » March 1st, 2018, 10:32 pm

traveling there soon for a quick weekend trip. wondering if anyone had recs for restaurants? Would be ideal if close to Severance Hall/downtown...

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Last post by Robert M yers
February 19th, 2020, 6:01 pm
Anyone use Global Entry Program?

Last post by Ramon C « February 19th, 2020, 6:48 am
Replies: 513
by Michel Abood » December 8th, 2009, 8:24 am
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On my recent return from Paris, a Customs agent handed me a form containing information about the new Global Entry Program. It's run by the US...
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Last post by Ramon C
February 19th, 2020, 6:48 am
Lisbon & Porto - Portugal

Last post by Walt Hoehler « February 18th, 2020, 7:40 am
Replies: 9
by Walt Hoehler » January 30th, 2020, 8:26 am

After reviewing a bunch of somewhat older threads here I figured I'd seek some updated info.

Four couples, each with a 16 yr old daughter (twelve...

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Last post by Walt Hoehler
February 18th, 2020, 7:40 am
Collioure FR wine tour/guide?

Last post by DavidFrankil « February 18th, 2020, 12:54 am
Replies: 3
by DavidFrankil » February 17th, 2020, 1:28 pm

We'll be staying in Collioure, France for a week in mid-June - my wife is taking a writing class during the daytime, and thought I'd visit some of...

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Last post by DavidFrankil
February 18th, 2020, 12:54 am
Texas Hill Country Winery recs?

Last post by stewart lancaster « February 17th, 2020, 10:45 am
Replies: 6
by J. Singleton » February 4th, 2020, 8:16 pm

I’ve lived in Dallas 5 years and still haven’t made it to Hill Country. Yes, I know the wines are what they are, and that’s fine. Going more so for...

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Last post by stewart lancaster
February 17th, 2020, 10:45 am
London Recos

Last post by todd waldmann « February 16th, 2020, 2:19 pm
Replies: 35
by Greg Pierce » June 1st, 2019, 3:32 pm

I have used the search function.

Any recommendations for London Hotels (in particular) and restaurants and other fun stuff.

The trip will be...

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Last post by todd waldmann
February 16th, 2020, 2:19 pm
Need London Restaurant Recs. There's a Twist!

Last post by Dave McCloskey « February 14th, 2020, 3:29 pm
Replies: 10
by Dave McCloskey » February 13th, 2020, 5:25 am

Next month I'm traveling to London with 9 other guys to attend an England vs Wales rugby match at Twickenham. My buddy has been trying to secure a...

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Last post by Dave McCloskey
February 14th, 2020, 3:29 pm
South Australia recommendations

Last post by Jeff Bloom « February 14th, 2020, 11:47 am
Replies: 9
by Jeff Bloom » January 6th, 2020, 3:10 pm

My wife and I will be in Australia for three weeks in March. Sadly the Southern Ocean Lodge has burned down (as has a lot of Kangaroo Island...

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Last post by Jeff Bloom
February 14th, 2020, 11:47 am
Last minute Burgundy travel question...

Last post by Juliec « February 13th, 2020, 5:32 pm
Replies: 6
by Sh@n A » February 11th, 2020, 12:45 pm

Wondering if its possible, on a last minute trip, to set up 1-2 days of tastings in Burgundy? I have miles to use and have a window to take... this...

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Last post by Juliec
February 13th, 2020, 5:32 pm
United Airlines Upgrade Question

Last post by George Hejna « February 13th, 2020, 9:54 am
Replies: 4
by RyanC » February 12th, 2020, 11:18 am

I have a question for UAL folks. Here's the situation: I have enough PlusPoints for 8 international upgrades (enough to get my family of 4 to Europe...

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Last post by George Hejna
February 13th, 2020, 9:54 am
airitaly heading for bankruptcy

Last post by Albert R « February 13th, 2020, 3:07 am
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by mark rudner » February 12th, 2020, 2:41 pm

as i am going to sicily in june, and (was) taking airitaly from milan to catania, i was disturbed to see the news today.
apparently owned by qatar...

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Last post by Albert R
February 13th, 2020, 3:07 am
The Best Barossa Valley & McLaren Vale Vineyards & Cellar Doors

Last post by Michael O'Brien « February 12th, 2020, 8:08 am
Replies: 1
by John Mouland » February 11th, 2020, 8:45 pm

Hi guys,
Just got back from exploring some of the best wineries in South Australia and wanted to share some information for anyone wanting to visit...

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
February 12th, 2020, 8:08 am
Single Ticket Global Travel

Last post by Ian Sutton « February 11th, 2020, 7:40 am
Replies: 3
by Andrew Kotowski » February 11th, 2020, 6:17 am

Hoping somebody on the forum is familiar with this program - While in Europe, I spoke to a woman from the US who was traveling on a ticket from an...

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Last post by Ian Sutton
February 11th, 2020, 7:40 am
La Quinta California Restaurants

Last post by M. Taylor « February 7th, 2020, 7:32 pm
Replies: 4
by T. Altmayer » January 14th, 2020, 9:52 pm

Going to La Quinta in a few weekends and looking for a good restaurant that is BYOB friendly. Certainly can drive a little bit, but not really...

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Last post by M. Taylor
February 7th, 2020, 7:32 pm
6 days in sicily-need some advice

Last post by mark rudner « February 7th, 2020, 8:33 am
Replies: 20
by mark rudner » January 16th, 2020, 7:18 am

i've read every note from every thread here, and feel i have a good jumping off point. at first i thought we'd drive the entire island but now see...

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Last post by mark rudner
February 7th, 2020, 8:33 am
Buying Bordeaux and Italian red wines on travel

Last post by Michael O'Brien « February 6th, 2020, 2:03 pm
Replies: 10
by Kedar Dubhashi » January 31st, 2020, 2:43 am

Hi there,

My first post! Very excited. :)

We are new to collecting wine in the range of $100-$300. We like Bordeaux a lot, followed by CA and...

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
February 6th, 2020, 2:03 pm
Din Tai Fung

Last post by Jason Hagen « February 3rd, 2020, 11:32 pm
Replies: 6
by Geoff F. » January 22nd, 2020, 11:36 pm

There's Din Tai Fungs all over the place now, and I hear their corkage is affordable ($15 in Seattle). What's everyone's favorite wines to bring in...

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Last post by Jason Hagen
February 3rd, 2020, 11:32 pm
Rioja with 1 year old

Last post by Ramon C « February 3rd, 2020, 2:01 pm
Replies: 1
by AmiDIbarra » January 29th, 2020, 8:40 pm

Hi, my cousin is traveling with her husband and 1 year old to Rioja. She asked for some advice!

We’re staying in Rioja from May 25-27 at the Hotel...

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Last post by Ramon C
February 3rd, 2020, 2:01 pm
Costa Rica Questions

Last post by Michael O'Brien « February 3rd, 2020, 12:25 pm
Replies: 35
by Poppy Davis » January 12th, 2020, 9:48 am

Hi all!

We are on a very limited budget and looking into Costa Rica. I've looked over all the previous threads on Costa Rica and have taken in the...

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
February 3rd, 2020, 12:25 pm
Santa Barbara Area Food & Wine

Last post by John W Osgood « January 31st, 2020, 3:06 pm
Replies: 11
by Rob Igel » December 30th, 2019, 12:16 pm

My wife and I are planning a short, overnight trip to Santa Barbara in late January to celebrate our 10-year anniversary and Christmas presents to...

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Last post by John W Osgood
January 31st, 2020, 3:06 pm
Paris Restaurants wine list - Any Advice Please!?

Last post by Marcus Dean « January 31st, 2020, 12:31 pm
Replies: 24
by K Martin » January 24th, 2020, 3:25 pm

Hi All,

I'm a newbie to the site/ first time poster, newhere .

My wife and I are are currently on a wine learning curve and for the last 18 months,...

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Last post by Marcus Dean
January 31st, 2020, 12:31 pm
Traveling to Florence, looking for Tuscany Tour

Last post by J Cangiano « January 31st, 2020, 8:09 am
Replies: 18
by Rob S. » August 17th, 2010, 7:39 pm

I know, I know, I agree, tours are weak. I will be traveling to Florence with my wife and her parents for a her sisters wedding and will be staying...

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Last post by J Cangiano
January 31st, 2020, 8:09 am
Orlando

Last post by Michael Sopher « January 29th, 2020, 3:58 pm
Replies: 14
by Jay $$ Winton » May 4th, 2017, 6:11 am

We're at the Loews Royal Pacific next week. I haven't been to Orlando in a long time so need some restaurant recs. I know it's the city of chains but...

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Last post by Michael Sopher
January 29th, 2020, 3:58 pm
Hard season in Paris.

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « January 29th, 2020, 8:10 am
Replies: 22
by Victor Hong » December 21st, 2019, 7:06 am

The strikes have decimated merchants and their workers.

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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
January 29th, 2020, 8:10 am
Eurotrip 2019: Exploring the French coastline

Last post by IlkkaL « January 28th, 2020, 10:17 pm
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by IlkkaL » January 2nd, 2020, 9:45 am

It took a while but here I am with another road trip recap. Heading into summer 2019 we knew we wanted to drive again a few thousand kilometers...

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January 28th, 2020, 10:17 pm
DT Seattle

Last post by David Kaufman « January 28th, 2020, 5:55 am
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by David Kaufman » January 19th, 2020, 6:25 am

New job will be taking me to Seattle HQ at least once per month. Having never been to SEA, looking for recommendations for dining (both solo as well...

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January 28th, 2020, 5:55 am
Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Last post by Paul McCourt « January 26th, 2020, 7:26 pm
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by Mike Cohen » March 11th, 2016, 9:35 pm

Heading out to Jackson Hole with the family in just over a week. We are staying in the Teton Village at the Mountain (not in the town of Jackson). So...

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January 26th, 2020, 7:26 pm
The Wine Check

Last post by SeanHarding « January 26th, 2020, 7:05 am
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by Brandon_R_Moyse » March 25th, 2018, 11:25 am

Has anyone used this product? And if so, do you think there is a value-add versus just buying a cardboard box and wine shipping styrofoam inserts,...

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January 26th, 2020, 7:05 am
Aix-en-P and environs

Last post by Ramon C « January 26th, 2020, 4:05 am
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by Ramon C » January 24th, 2020, 2:48 pm

Not to miss restaurant(s)?

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January 26th, 2020, 4:05 am
Aruba: Suggestions for Restaurants etc.

Last post by Jim Friedman « January 26th, 2020, 2:56 am
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by Steve Manzi » June 12th, 2009, 3:57 pm

We have been to Aruba a few times, and are headed there in July. We stay at the Radisson and love the laid back feeling there. Only vacation I can...

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January 26th, 2020, 2:56 am
NY Style Pizza Recs

Last post by Jason Chow « January 24th, 2020, 11:14 am
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by R@y.Tupp@+sch » December 17th, 2019, 3:37 pm
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For some tourist friends who are staying near 60th and 5th Ave.

They don't want to venture too far.

TIA.
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January 24th, 2020, 11:14 am
Where to stay in Mosel River Valley area

Last post by Denis F u n g « January 24th, 2020, 11:14 am
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by Dave H. » January 2nd, 2020, 4:07 pm

Hi, I've got a trip coming up to Germany and Alsace in October. I have a couple of days planned in the Mosel Valley. My primary interests are wine,...

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January 24th, 2020, 11:14 am
Troyes and The Aube

Last post by Jim Friedman « January 23rd, 2020, 1:01 pm
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by scott c » January 19th, 2020, 3:41 pm

Has anyone been to Troyes recently, and do you have any recommendations for restaurants, hotels, and things to do? We are thinking of using that city...

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January 23rd, 2020, 1:01 pm
Barcelona 2020 (January Edition) Part 3 Alella

Last post by dcornutt « January 23rd, 2020, 2:23 am
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by Sanjay Shampur » January 14th, 2020, 8:09 am

A fellow wine geek and Rioja instructor from Edmonton recommended that I spend some time in Alella, a small town just outside of Barcelona. This is,...

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January 23rd, 2020, 2:23 am
Please critique my Bangkok itinerary

Last post by Jay Miller « January 22nd, 2020, 6:57 pm
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by Jay Miller » December 11th, 2019, 8:33 am

Our last year's vacation got pushed to January due to my surgery and we're thinking of Thailand since the weather is relatively clement that time of...

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January 22nd, 2020, 6:57 pm
Lisbon?

Last post by Howard Cooper « January 21st, 2020, 6:41 am
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by Ramon C » March 1st, 2013, 9:26 am

I'm in Lisbon for a few days starting end of next week.
Already reserved a dinner at Assinatura. Looking for suggestions on restaurants, both fine...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
January 21st, 2020, 6:41 am
Planning a trip to Argentina

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « January 20th, 2020, 12:22 pm
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by Rich Salsano » December 27th, 2019, 6:16 am

Hello all. I did a quick search and there are only a couple of Argentina related threads on the forums so I figured I would start a new one to...

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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
January 20th, 2020, 12:22 pm
2.5 days in Austin with my son to experience BBQ! What tips can you offer first timers?

Last post by Daniel Hall « January 16th, 2020, 11:54 am
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by mike pobega » September 8th, 2018, 5:17 am

Been discussing it for a while and finally getting to it. We go on Nov. 30 and return on the 2nd of December., a Sunday. We have a room at the Hyatt...

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Last post by Daniel Hall
January 16th, 2020, 11:54 am
St. Croix Restaurant Recos

Last post by Darian Wilson « January 16th, 2020, 6:33 am

by Darian Wilson » January 16th, 2020, 6:33 am

Any subject matter experts on St. Croix? Looking for a couple restaurants at the higher end as well as some places offering more local fare, like...

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January 16th, 2020, 6:33 am
First Time in France - Itinerary

Last post by Ian Sutton « January 15th, 2020, 12:41 pm
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by Frank Z » December 2nd, 2019, 9:45 pm

Hi Everyone,

I'll be traveling to France for the first time after the New Year and I have been looking at all of the travel forums for...

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January 15th, 2020, 12:41 pm
Where should we go in Italy?

Last post by Ian Sutton « January 15th, 2020, 5:06 am
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by alan weinberg » May 5th, 2019, 10:24 am

we want to go back to Italy and have done Venice, Rome, Florence, Pisa, and a brief drive through part of Tuscany. We’ve been to Naples and Capri....

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Last post by Ian Sutton
January 15th, 2020, 5:06 am
Hawaiian island to visit

Last post by eddy c « January 14th, 2020, 6:52 pm
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by Paul McCourt » October 20th, 2019, 12:45 am

Been to Oahu and Maui. Going to be back to Maui with a group of friends in July but looking to tack on a few days with just the wife. Would like to...

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January 14th, 2020, 6:52 pm
Favorite San Francisco Hotel?

Last post by eddy c « January 14th, 2020, 6:48 pm
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by Jeremy C » June 12th, 2019, 5:57 am

Thanks in advance and cheers,

Jeremy

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January 14th, 2020, 6:48 pm
Barcelona 2020 (January Edition) Part 2

Last post by Sanjay Shampur « January 14th, 2020, 11:36 am
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by Sanjay Shampur » January 12th, 2020, 11:54 am

Not much excitement after Xerta, and I mentioned that I was disappointed.

Stopped off at Sergei de Meia the next day for lunch - this was one of the...

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Last post by Sanjay Shampur
January 14th, 2020, 11:36 am
Honeymoon plans: help me make a decision

Last post by dbailey « January 14th, 2020, 4:59 am
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by Jorge Henriquez » January 12th, 2020, 8:28 am

Fiancée and I are tying the knot in late April and looking for a mid May plan for honeymoon in Europe. Budgeting about 2 weeks (give or take a day)....

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January 14th, 2020, 4:59 am
Niagara on the Lake Bed & Breakfast

Last post by John O' « January 11th, 2020, 10:08 am
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by John O' » January 6th, 2020, 10:47 am

Our usual favorite B&B, Lakewinds, is booked the weekend we're going up in September. Can any one recommend a nice B&B? Something walking distance to...

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January 11th, 2020, 10:08 am
Krakow

Last post by ChrisW « January 9th, 2020, 5:17 pm
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by ChrisW » December 28th, 2019, 3:14 pm

Restaurant, wine bar, and beer recommendations would be greatly appreciated. Staying in the Kazimierz area - not adverse to a long walk or tram ride...

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January 9th, 2020, 5:17 pm
Italy (Rome/Florence/Venice) - June 2020

Last post by dbailey « January 7th, 2020, 9:11 am
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by R. Gleiberm@n » October 3rd, 2019, 10:18 am

Taking a trip next June for to celebrate my wife’s 50th to Italy: 4 nights Rome, 4 nights Florence, & 3 nights Venice. “Kids” (16 & 19) along for the...

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January 7th, 2020, 9:11 am
barcelona 3 nights enough?

Last post by mark rudner « January 2nd, 2020, 12:30 pm
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by mark rudner » October 10th, 2019, 10:18 am
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i know there's plenty of info here on bcn
thinking about 3nights for my gf's birthday 12/27-30/19 (not counting 1st night in air 12/26)
would be...
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January 2nd, 2020, 12:30 pm
Phoenix/Scottsdale Recs

Last post by Sean Corbett « December 29th, 2019, 12:43 am
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by Nick G A J E W S K I » April 8th, 2019, 11:12 am

Heading to Phoenix/Scottsdale in the last weekend of April. Staying at the Omni Montelucia. Any must go to restaurants or activities?

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December 29th, 2019, 12:43 am
Reykjavik recommendations?

Last post by ArtF « December 28th, 2019, 9:23 am
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by Jeff Twersky » November 2nd, 2019, 12:03 pm

Saw the thread from 2017, so looking for more recent information. We'll be there at the end of the month, on our way to London.

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December 28th, 2019, 9:23 am
Hawaii Big Island rec?

Last post by Dale Bowers « December 28th, 2019, 7:28 am
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by Blake Brown » March 19th, 2013, 2:18 pm

A two weeks stay on the Kona coast is coming up in a couple of months. I`m looking for golf, snorkeling and food and wine suggestions. Thanks in...

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Last post by Dale Bowers
December 28th, 2019, 7:28 am
Perugia and Orvieto help requested

Last post by ChrisW « December 28th, 2019, 6:58 am
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by Dave Sankaran » October 21st, 2019, 7:26 am

Hello,

We are trying a new region in Italy for us in early November. Staying in Orvieto and in Perugia for 3 nights each.

I did a search here and...

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Last post by ChrisW
December 28th, 2019, 6:58 am
3 nights in Houston-Where to eat?

Last post by Dav1d S@wyer « December 26th, 2019, 7:22 pm
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by Jim Friedman » December 6th, 2019, 6:02 am

We are going there in February. We know nothing about restaurants there. We will be staying near the Galleria.
What's really good there? All...

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December 26th, 2019, 7:22 pm
Encore Casino Boston Harbor: Place is a joke Do Not Go

Last post by Alicia C. « December 26th, 2019, 9:43 am
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by Jonathan Sirot » December 22nd, 2019, 2:48 am

Was in Boston this weekend with my family and thought it would be fun to visit the brand new Encore Casino that Steve Wynn built in Boston Harbor....

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December 26th, 2019, 9:43 am
Best shop for champagne in/near nashville?

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by dbailey » December 21st, 2019, 5:57 pm

Self explanatory!

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December 24th, 2019, 8:40 pm
Need Atlanta restaurant rec under specific circumstances...

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by Ross Michels » December 17th, 2019, 3:35 pm

Hi all -

I am planning to go to Atlanta and check out the Cirque du Soleil show downtown on January 4th to be followed by dinner. I will have a car...

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December 24th, 2019, 9:55 am

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