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Wine Shop Recommendations - Local

Last post by Paul Rasmussen « August 15th, 2019, 4:29 pm
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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 Paul Rasmussen
August 15th, 2019, 4:29 pm
Last minute ideas: Bandol, Cassis, Provence in general

Last post by Matt Fleming « August 20th, 2019, 1:08 am
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by Michael Klein » August 19th, 2019, 10:36 am

last minute trip planning is in full force!! Wife and i have the majority planned but we are looking for some other ideas to supplement:

First two...

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Last post by Matt Fleming
August 20th, 2019, 1:08 am
Stockholm and Oslo.......all kinds of advice needed.

Last post by brigcampbell « August 19th, 2019, 7:12 pm
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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 brigcampbell
August 19th, 2019, 7:12 pm
Port tastings in Porto

Last post by Steve Gautier « August 19th, 2019, 6:18 pm
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by Ted Erfer » August 19th, 2019, 4:52 am

We will be in Porto for two days at the end of October. Looking at the various tasting opportunities at the Port houses. Is there one that we really...

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Last post by Steve Gautier
August 19th, 2019, 6:18 pm
Reccos for London & Amsterdam

Last post by Krister Bengtsson « August 19th, 2019, 11:26 am
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by johngonzales » August 3rd, 2018, 8:36 am

We’re going to London and Amsterdam for about four days each stop.
Could use any reccos for maybe a favorite hotel that is just below the very most...

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Last post by Krister Bengtsson
August 19th, 2019, 11:26 am
SF restaurants

Last post by Krister Bengtsson « August 19th, 2019, 11:16 am
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by Thales Henrique Sirino » July 22nd, 2019, 7:45 pm

A friend of mine is traveling to San Francisco and asked me for a restaurant recommendation, so I thought I'd ask you guys. He wants to go to a...

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Last post by Krister Bengtsson
August 19th, 2019, 11:16 am
Piemonte Tastings

Last post by Gary York « August 18th, 2019, 9:02 pm
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by Rob Lynch » May 29th, 2019, 10:41 am

OK guys, plan my itinerary for me.

I've got a week in Piemonte in September, with two days set aside for tastings. Thinking one day for Barolo (or...

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Last post by Gary York
August 18th, 2019, 9:02 pm
From Brussels north to Amsterdam

Last post by Jim Stewart « August 18th, 2019, 1:04 pm
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by alan weinberg » August 17th, 2019, 7:06 pm

have read the Amsterdam musings thread. Going to have a car, spend a few days in and near Brussels and Bruge, head north to little towns like...

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Last post by Jim Stewart
August 18th, 2019, 1:04 pm
Mosel for a Riesling Newbie

Last post by T Klonoski « August 18th, 2019, 6:10 am
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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 Klonoski
August 18th, 2019, 6:10 am
San Diego/La Jolla Dining Recs

Last post by Alan Rath « August 17th, 2019, 8:09 pm
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by R. Wilhite » August 16th, 2019, 9:17 pm

Headed to San Diego and rented house in La Jolla. Looking for dining reqs. Will be with 6 people and 1 child, so not looking for fine dining, but...

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Last post by Alan Rath
August 17th, 2019, 8:09 pm
PSA: Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is nearly the perfect east coast beach town

Last post by Kevin Porter « August 17th, 2019, 6:13 pm
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by Josh Grossman » August 6th, 2019, 11:37 am

It really is nearly the perfect family beach destination if you are going to the east coast. I do like Maine--but there aren't really swimmable...

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Last post by Kevin Porter
August 17th, 2019, 6:13 pm
Returning Bali Traveler

Last post by Dan Hammer « August 17th, 2019, 9:39 am
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by Dewa Raija » August 14th, 2019, 11:02 pm

Has anybody been to Bali before? Any recommendations on hotels, villas or tours? Or best areas to stay? Just in Bali now and can’t wait to come back...

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Last post by Dan Hammer
August 17th, 2019, 9:39 am
Chateau to visit in Pomerol recommendations

Last post by GregP « August 16th, 2019, 10:54 pm
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by GregP » June 29th, 2019, 1:34 pm

2 days in early September, any recommendations on who to visit, 2-3 chateau. Appreciate any and all insight and help.

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Last post by GregP
August 16th, 2019, 10:54 pm
Back to Barcelona -- new recommendations?

Last post by Joshua Kates « August 16th, 2019, 4:41 pm
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by Kevin Sidders » May 31st, 2019, 6:30 am

Was there 6 months ago and prior threads here provided some excellent wine and food recommendations (Gresca and Monvinic, specifically). Curious if...

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Last post by Joshua Kates
August 16th, 2019, 4:41 pm
Bilbao, San Sebastian, Rioja this Fall

Last post by Barry L i p t o n « August 16th, 2019, 1:50 pm
Replies: 12
by Christine Huang » August 13th, 2019, 10:41 am

We're headed to the region for a week in November. What are your favorite places to visit and eat? What should I book now and where can we wander?

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Last post by Barry L i p t o n
August 16th, 2019, 1:50 pm
Cabo San Lucas: Recs?

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « August 15th, 2019, 7:38 am
Replies: 54
by Michael Klein » November 3rd, 2015, 12:14 pm
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Looking for recs in Cabo if anyone has anything they are particularly fond of. Restaurants, bars, especially wine!

Thanks!
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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
August 15th, 2019, 7:38 am
Florence recommendations

Last post by Jay Opperman « August 14th, 2019, 9:39 am
Replies: 31
by Shaner M » March 27th, 2019, 4:47 pm

Hey all! Looking for any rec's in the Florence/San Gimignano area for winery visits and eateries. If there are any worthwhile excursions those would...

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Last post by Jay Opperman
August 14th, 2019, 9:39 am
Visiting Willamette wine region in October

Last post by Rick Allen « August 13th, 2019, 7:47 pm
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by stewart lancaster » August 13th, 2019, 2:40 pm

I plan to visit the area October 24-26 with my wife, daughter, sister and her husband. We would like to get a house to rent for three nights. Where...

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Last post by Rick Allen
August 13th, 2019, 7:47 pm
Phoenix/Scottsdale Recs

Last post by Ryan A « August 12th, 2019, 11:47 pm
Replies: 21
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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Last post by Ryan A
August 12th, 2019, 11:47 pm
Italy notes

Last post by TimF « August 12th, 2019, 5:55 pm
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by G Kramer » October 27th, 2017, 11:12 am

Recent trip to Rome & Tuscany with an afternoon in Orvieto. Weather great (Tuscany is in a prolonged drought), sights great (Orvieto above all) and...

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Last post by TimF
August 12th, 2019, 5:55 pm
Turks & Caicos

Last post by D@ve D y r 0 f f « August 12th, 2019, 5:52 pm
Replies: 24
by Leonard Taylor » May 29th, 2019, 2:20 pm

Any recommendations for where to stay, villas to rent? We prefer the quieter places, not big on night life, ocean front, no all inclusive type...

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Last post by D@ve D y r 0 f f
August 12th, 2019, 5:52 pm
Japan Experts Help Please

Last post by Craig G « August 12th, 2019, 1:18 pm
Replies: 19
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 Craig G
August 12th, 2019, 1:18 pm
Where should we go in Italy?

Last post by M.Kaplan « August 11th, 2019, 10:01 am
Replies: 29
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 M.Kaplan
August 11th, 2019, 10:01 am
Austria during Xmas/New Years (skiing)

Last post by Jeff Loftus « August 11th, 2019, 5:36 am
Replies: 7
by Jeff Loftus » August 4th, 2019, 8:10 am

The wife and I usual chase summer whenever we travel, but after spending the last couple Christmases in Brasil we are thinking a proper European...

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Last post by Jeff Loftus
August 11th, 2019, 5:36 am
Fat Duck - Wine pairings worth it?

Last post by RichardFlack « August 11th, 2019, 3:02 am
Replies: 2
by Geoff F. » August 9th, 2019, 11:57 pm

Looking to do The Journey lunch at the Fat Duck in London next month, and wondering if any of the beverage or wine pairings are worth it. (even...

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Last post by RichardFlack
August 11th, 2019, 3:02 am
Michelin red guide 2019

Last post by John O' « August 8th, 2019, 3:35 pm
Replies: 1
by Bill Sweeney » August 8th, 2019, 3:08 pm

Any thoughts on the 2019 guide? Much shorter than older ones. Still useful?

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Last post by John O'
August 8th, 2019, 3:35 pm
Golf in/near Las Vegas

Last post by Gus Siokis « August 8th, 2019, 2:31 pm
Replies: 13
by Brandon R » August 5th, 2019, 8:13 am

Hi, All. I'm turning to you all again as my experts. I'm heading to Las Vegas for a quick golf weekend and we'd like to get in two rounds. What are...

13 Replies

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Last post by Gus Siokis
August 8th, 2019, 2:31 pm
Sunriver/Bend OR recommendations?

Last post by Bruce Leiser_owitz « August 8th, 2019, 1:57 pm
Replies: 14
by Bruce Leiser_owitz » August 6th, 2019, 8:16 am

I'll be going up to the Sunriver OR area with my family, and we could use recommendations for things to do, places to go, things to see, where to...

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Last post by Bruce Leiser_owitz
August 8th, 2019, 1:57 pm
Burgundy

Last post by Blair Ridley « August 8th, 2019, 6:40 am
Replies: 3
by Andy J » August 7th, 2019, 5:23 am

Hello,

I have a short trip planned to Dijon in October and wanted to visit some wineries. From what I’ve read, Burgundian vignerons are not the most...

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Last post by Blair Ridley
August 8th, 2019, 6:40 am
Virgin Islands Charter

Last post by R. Wilhite « August 6th, 2019, 3:53 pm
Replies: 15
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...

15 Replies

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Last post by R. Wilhite
August 6th, 2019, 3:53 pm
Napa In Home Spa

Last post by Nick F. « August 5th, 2019, 11:43 am

by Nick F. » August 5th, 2019, 11:43 am

Anyone ever use anyone for in house massage in napa, staying in a residence as opposed to hotel, would love to do something in house?

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Last post by Nick F.
August 5th, 2019, 11:43 am
Chinon and Saumur

Last post by Howard Cooper « August 5th, 2019, 10:55 am
Replies: 15
by cjsadler » April 9th, 2018, 12:13 pm

We'll be based in Chinon for three days in May. Looking for some recs for wineries in Chinon/Saumur/Bourgueil that are open to visits.

The...

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Last post by Howard Cooper
August 5th, 2019, 10:55 am
PSA- Hotel Maria Cristina in San Sebastián, Spain

Last post by Mike Wenzel « August 4th, 2019, 10:02 pm
Replies: 33
by ericskitei » July 11th, 2019, 12:40 am

Arguably the best hotel experience I’ve ever had and in such a beautiful and glorious city.

The concierge is incredible

The wait staff at the...

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Last post by Mike Wenzel
August 4th, 2019, 10:02 pm
Venice (Italy) help for a first timer

Last post by Paul Miller « August 4th, 2019, 11:57 am
Replies: 141
by Marshall Gelb » August 25th, 2016, 5:37 pm
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Hi everyone: I have done a bit of research and most of the Venice info is a bit dated. I would love some hotel and restaurant ideas that are more...
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Last post by Paul Miller
August 4th, 2019, 11:57 am
Critique my Italy plans

Last post by Dave Sankaran « August 4th, 2019, 9:31 am
Replies: 92
by Jay Miller » July 31st, 2017, 2:20 pm
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Friday 9/8 -
arrive at noon
pick up personal wifi and take express train into Rome
Check into the hotel
Hedera for Gelato
Pick up travel card...
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Last post by Dave Sankaran
August 4th, 2019, 9:31 am
Lisbon?

Last post by Joshua Kates « August 1st, 2019, 5:03 pm
Replies: 44
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...

44 Replies

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Last post by Joshua Kates
August 1st, 2019, 5:03 pm
Bar Harbor, Maine / Acadia National Park

Last post by Jeff Vaughan « July 31st, 2019, 4:33 pm
Replies: 9
by Jeff Vaughan » May 27th, 2019, 2:38 pm

My family and I are going to be visiting this area later this summer. Any recommendations on restaurants, hikes, tours, day trips, etc. that are off...

9 Replies

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Last post by Jeff Vaughan
July 31st, 2019, 4:33 pm
Hidden Gems Willamette Valley Wineries

Last post by Susan L « July 31st, 2019, 3:23 pm
Replies: 2
by Susan L » July 31st, 2019, 2:18 pm

I am new here!
I will be visiting the Willamette Valley next week and am looking for some under the radar, drop in Wineries that I can go to...

2 Replies

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Last post by Susan L
July 31st, 2019, 3:23 pm
Sydney Restaurant & Wine Bars

Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum « July 30th, 2019, 3:43 pm
Replies: 9
by Maire ONeill » April 10th, 2019, 8:53 am

Heading to Australia for vacation in June. We will have 5 days in Sydney before flying to Adelaide to meet friends for a week of winery visits in...

9 Replies

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Last post by Sarah Kirschbaum
July 30th, 2019, 3:43 pm
Italy itinerary - does this work?

Last post by Sally S « July 29th, 2019, 5:23 pm
Replies: 21
by Sally S » July 17th, 2019, 6:46 pm

Planning my first trip to Italy...We have to be in Nice for a few days first, and we are flying in and out of Nice.
I travel with wine...

21 Replies

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Last post by Sally S
July 29th, 2019, 5:23 pm
Reccos for Restaurants for Ireland and Iceland

Last post by SZZimmermann « July 28th, 2019, 8:34 am
Replies: 6
by SZZimmermann » July 25th, 2019, 9:38 am

We are going to Ireland and Iceland (Reykjavik and west and south—not the full ring) at the end of August. I have read prior threads. It seems like...

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Last post by SZZimmermann
July 28th, 2019, 8:34 am
Bringing Wine Back to US from Canada?

Last post by Mike Rodgers « July 28th, 2019, 6:21 am
Replies: 2
by B Sutton » July 27th, 2019, 12:16 pm

Planning a trip to Niagara-on-the-Lake and will inevitably stop at a number of wineries. Wondering if anyone here knows the best process for bringing...

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Last post by Mike Rodgers
July 28th, 2019, 6:21 am
Seville/Sevilla

Last post by Peter Foster « July 26th, 2019, 10:42 pm
Replies: 12
by Michael Bowden » July 20th, 2019, 7:44 pm

Most likely headed there with a group later this Fall/Winter - Need some assistance on restaurants, wine lists, cultural can miss, etc... Any help is...

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Last post by Peter Foster
July 26th, 2019, 10:42 pm
Travel recommendations for - Route 1, Carmel & S.F. visits

Last post by William Gladstone « July 26th, 2019, 4:42 pm
Replies: 12
by William Gladstone » July 24th, 2019, 12:12 am

Hi,
I'm in the some what awkward position - a special woman - who is the current owner of a leading Burgundy Domain that we import and is with a very...

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Last post by William Gladstone
July 26th, 2019, 4:42 pm
Paris

Last post by Neal.Mollen « July 24th, 2019, 1:20 pm
Replies: 3
by Tom G l a s g o w » July 22nd, 2019, 6:48 pm

It’s supposed to be 109 F on Thursday, it forecast to be 100 today. I hope it cools down in August.

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Last post by Neal.Mollen
July 24th, 2019, 1:20 pm
Virginia winery suggestions?

Last post by Matthew Brown « July 23rd, 2019, 10:14 am
Replies: 17
by Jon Clayton » July 21st, 2019, 5:58 am

We are headed headed to Virginia for wine tasting later next week. First stop will be a few days centered around Charlottesville area wineries...

17 Replies

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Last post by Matthew Brown
July 23rd, 2019, 10:14 am
Seoul, Korea

Last post by fred o. « July 22nd, 2019, 11:31 pm
Replies: 6
by fred o. » March 20th, 2019, 5:37 pm

Anyone have firsthand experience with places in Seoul that have interesting wine lists? Or retail selections that might be hard to find in the US?

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Last post by fred o.
July 22nd, 2019, 11:31 pm
Spain help

Last post by Carlton McCrindle « July 19th, 2019, 7:46 pm
Replies: 4
by KStuddard » July 16th, 2019, 7:39 am

Hi All - I am traveling to Spain for the Tomatina Festival in late August (Just outside of Valencia). Planning to go over early for 3-5 days. Any...

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Last post by Carlton McCrindle
July 19th, 2019, 7:46 pm
Treasure Cay/Abaco Recommendation

Last post by Poppy Davis « July 19th, 2019, 5:25 pm
Replies: 1
by Hank Victor » July 19th, 2019, 2:43 pm

Will be heading over there in a few weeks and was wondering if anybody has any recommendations.

Food
Wine
Things to do
Tips

Thanks

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Last post by Poppy Davis
July 19th, 2019, 5:25 pm
Best of the Bay Area (SF and non-SF)

Last post by TR Barry « July 16th, 2019, 5:21 pm
Replies: 5
by JordanL » July 14th, 2019, 6:45 pm

Just moved back to the Bay Area, looking for some good wine recommendations. Obviously there's making the drive to all the wine regions, but looking...

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Last post by TR Barry
July 16th, 2019, 5:21 pm
New Orleans Hotels

Last post by Tim Melton « July 16th, 2019, 8:32 am
Replies: 27
by Diane Kessler » July 4th, 2019, 1:30 pm

Where do you like to stay? I haven't been there in 25 years.

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Last post by Tim Melton
July 16th, 2019, 8:32 am
Switzerland Recs

Last post by dbailey « July 15th, 2019, 11:19 pm
Replies: 11
by RyanC » July 14th, 2019, 7:28 pm

Next month we're going to be in Switzerland for a week before heading to the Amalfi Coast. We're flying into Zurich and then going to Lucerne, Wengen...

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Last post by dbailey
July 15th, 2019, 11:19 pm
Reccos for Itinerary that Includes Berlin

Last post by SZZimmermann « July 15th, 2019, 11:10 pm
Replies: 6
by SZZimmermann » July 13th, 2019, 6:02 pm

My wife and I want to go to Berlin in September and we have about three weeks for the entire trip. I would appreciate recommendations on other places...

6 Replies

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Last post by SZZimmermann
July 15th, 2019, 11:10 pm
Extra pay between Business and First

Last post by jordan whitehead « July 15th, 2019, 11:06 pm
Replies: 17
by Otto Dobre » July 6th, 2019, 8:10 pm

I am looking at about $1000 to go First rather than Business on BA. Normally the difference may be 5k or so, and then there is no thinking. Both...

17 Replies

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Last post by jordan whitehead
July 15th, 2019, 11:06 pm
Zanzibar, Dar es Salaam

Last post by ryancurry « July 14th, 2019, 12:08 am
Replies: 15
by theocorrel » July 11th, 2019, 9:34 am

Anyone been to Zanzibar? Any recommendations? I'm interested in history & culture as well as lodging, food & natural beauty/the usual tourist...

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Last post by ryancurry
July 14th, 2019, 12:08 am
Lemnos’ Gastronomy and Wines on the Menu of 3rd Philema Festival

Last post by I. Tsergoulas « July 13th, 2019, 1:42 am

by I. Tsergoulas » July 13th, 2019, 1:42 am

The northern Aegean island of Lemnos, during July 26-28, will host the 3rd Philema Gastronomy & Wine Festival, an annual event that promotes local...

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Last post by I. Tsergoulas
July 13th, 2019, 1:42 am
Rome: RIMESSA ROSCIOLI Wine Tasting Options

Last post by Paul R. « July 12th, 2019, 1:40 pm
Replies: 8
by Paul R. » June 18th, 2019, 9:06 am

I came across Roscioli multiple times when looking for restaurants but they are booked and the website suggested their wine bar. They offer a number...

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Last post by Paul R.
July 12th, 2019, 1:40 pm
Villa/house/condo near Nice, France?

Last post by Gil Bauer « July 12th, 2019, 10:20 am
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by Gil Bauer » July 10th, 2019, 2:26 pm

Looking for a villa/house/condo in the south of France (probably near Nice) to rent for ~ two weeks in July 2020. At least 3 bedrooms/2 baths....

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Last post by Gil Bauer
July 12th, 2019, 10:20 am
Anyone flown La Compagnie yet(recently)?

Last post by Troy Stark « July 12th, 2019, 9:23 am
Replies: 5
by Ethan Abraham » July 7th, 2019, 11:28 am

All business class from EWR to ORY. They recently upgraded their planes to flatbed business. ~$1400 round trip. Really tempted for next spring...

5 Replies

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Last post by Troy Stark
July 12th, 2019, 9:23 am
Champagne Help!

Last post by Troy Stark « July 12th, 2019, 9:16 am
Replies: 3
by Andrew M » July 7th, 2019, 6:33 pm

Wife and I are heading to Champagne for the first time in November to celebrate the 30th. We have 3 days set aside for touring and want to focus on...

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Last post by Troy Stark
July 12th, 2019, 9:16 am
11 nights in Sicily - Itinerary?

Last post by T. Melloni « July 11th, 2019, 3:04 pm
Replies: 15
by LoriMcLaughlin » August 24th, 2018, 11:33 am

Hi everyone,

I've taken a look at the posts here on Sicily that have been a big help so far - trying to finalize an itinerary for this May. We are...

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Last post by T. Melloni
July 11th, 2019, 3:04 pm
Wine Touring in Western Australia

Last post by Don Brazelton « July 8th, 2019, 6:05 am
Replies: 5
by Austin Fulk » June 26th, 2019, 5:40 pm

We are going to be in western and Southern Australia (Perth and Adelaide) in early August. We are looking for recommendations in Barossa and Margaret...

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Last post by Don Brazelton
July 8th, 2019, 6:05 am
Visit to Madeira

Last post by AD Northup « July 6th, 2019, 12:13 pm
Replies: 15
by Daniel Mattisson » November 13th, 2018, 5:34 pm

Our family will be in Madeira next week, and I would love some recommendations on wineries to visit as well as restaurants. I'm traveling with a 5...

15 Replies

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Last post by AD Northup
July 6th, 2019, 12:13 pm
Eating, drinking and buying some wine in Paris and Lyon

Last post by Matt Fleming « July 6th, 2019, 4:53 am
Replies: 17
by IlkkaL » December 27th, 2018, 8:16 am

Two weeks ago I spent six days in France with the missus, splitting our time between Paris and Lyon. Andrew Kotowski did a fine job with his Paris...

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Last post by Matt Fleming
July 6th, 2019, 4:53 am
Piedmont Wine Tasting for a Larger Group

Last post by Sh@n A « July 5th, 2019, 12:42 pm
Replies: 6
by Sh@n A » June 27th, 2019, 10:29 am

I am planning a trip to Piedmont and have run into an unexpected situation where many family and friends want to come too. There could be 20 of us...

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Last post by Sh@n A
July 5th, 2019, 12:42 pm
Los Angeles

Last post by Greg K « July 4th, 2019, 8:47 pm
Replies: 2
by Greg K » July 2nd, 2019, 7:05 pm

I'm going to be in LA this week and may find myself without plans for a couple of days - would greatly appreciate any suggestions for fun wine...

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Last post by Greg K
July 4th, 2019, 8:47 pm
Aruba: Suggestions for Restaurants etc.

Last post by Diane Kessler « July 4th, 2019, 5:46 pm
Replies: 39
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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Last post by Diane Kessler
July 4th, 2019, 5:46 pm
A short trip to Prague

Last post by Carlton McCrindle « July 1st, 2019, 11:55 pm
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by Warren Taranow » October 1st, 2016, 2:42 am

I'm sitting in the airport after a few days in Prague. I wanted to share some of our experiences for anyone who may visit in the future.

After...

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Last post by Carlton McCrindle
July 1st, 2019, 11:55 pm
Great restaurants near DFW

Last post by F.Daner « June 29th, 2019, 5:40 am
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by Mark Neustrom » June 22nd, 2019, 3:07 pm

Anyone know of a real good restaurant within a reasonable cab ride from DFW airport? Thanks.

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Last post by F.Daner
June 29th, 2019, 5:40 am
Hobart and Launceston restaurants

Last post by PCLIN « June 29th, 2019, 5:39 am
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by PCLIN » June 12th, 2019, 1:38 am

Going there for a short holiday soon, any recommendations?

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Last post by PCLIN
June 29th, 2019, 5:39 am
Vancouver recommendations

Last post by Z. Hu « June 28th, 2019, 9:49 pm

by Z. Hu » June 28th, 2019, 9:49 pm

Going in August with the family. Will be doing some family dinners with my two kids (2, 6) and some with just my wife and I (We'll have babysitting)....

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Last post by Z. Hu
June 28th, 2019, 9:49 pm
Australia help needed

Last post by ki punwar « June 28th, 2019, 7:34 am
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by Will Lewis » January 21st, 2019, 4:43 pm

As a gift for my wife's 50th birthday, we are going to Sydney in March. We have family friends in Melbourne (though they've agreed to come to...

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Last post by ki punwar
June 28th, 2019, 7:34 am
Foreign Transaction Fees

Last post by geoffpm « June 27th, 2019, 11:59 pm
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by Paul Miller » May 30th, 2019, 1:57 pm

When traveling outside the US, I am sometimes asked when I use my credit card if I want the transaction to be in US Dollars, or if in the local...

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Last post by geoffpm
June 27th, 2019, 11:59 pm
Oahu. Good eats and drinks???

Last post by Jeff Bloom « June 27th, 2019, 6:35 pm
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by Joe B » June 26th, 2019, 9:38 am

I have not been there since 1992. Anybody got recommendations for must eat at places? I’m not looking for fine dining more like great local food...

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Last post by Jeff Bloom
June 27th, 2019, 6:35 pm
What to do with one day in Nashville?

Last post by Neal.Mollen « June 27th, 2019, 2:36 pm
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by Brian Gilp » June 10th, 2019, 5:50 am

Headed to Nashville for a wedding this summer. The way the travel plans appear to be firming up, we will only have one day to see Nashville and its...

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Last post by Neal.Mollen
June 27th, 2019, 2:36 pm
Restaurants open for Sunday lunch in Reims?

Last post by Scot H. « June 27th, 2019, 12:05 pm
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by Rebecca F » April 17th, 2019, 1:19 pm

Hi all,

I've been browsing this and other forums to see if anything other than L'Assiette Champenoise, Racines, and Les Crayeres is/are open for...

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Last post by Scot H.
June 27th, 2019, 12:05 pm
Hamburg Recommendations?

Last post by Bdklein « June 26th, 2019, 9:17 am
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by Adam Noble » April 2nd, 2018, 9:56 am

Hi, Brain Trust,

There isn't anything recent on the board for Hamburg. I'll be there for work next week and was hoping for a recommendation for food...

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Last post by Bdklein
June 26th, 2019, 9:17 am
Italy Recos - Off the Beaten Path

Last post by R@y.Tupp@+sch « June 26th, 2019, 8:40 am
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by Chad Richardson » May 31st, 2018, 9:47 am

These aren't the larger tourist destinations, but wondering if anyone has recommendations (didn't turn up anything with my forum search). We have...

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Last post by R@y.Tupp@+sch
June 26th, 2019, 8:40 am
Restaurant Review: The Well at Jordan's Farm (Portland, ME)

Last post by Doug Schulman « June 25th, 2019, 1:11 pm
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by Bobby B » June 25th, 2019, 12:22 pm

I was in Portland this last weekend and wanted to report back on an evening out at The Well at Jordan's Farm . This is a on-farm restaurant just...

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Last post by Doug Schulman
June 25th, 2019, 1:11 pm
Essential Italy: the less obvious list

Last post by brigcampbell « June 24th, 2019, 6:19 pm
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by Neal.Mollen » February 3rd, 2018, 10:46 am
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Help me with an itinerary. I've been to Italy a couple of times and have been to the most obvious places. Rome, Venice, Tuscany/Florence, Sienna etc....
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Last post by brigcampbell
June 24th, 2019, 6:19 pm
One night in NY

Last post by Jim Friedman « June 24th, 2019, 11:08 am
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by Ryan Kilkenney » June 19th, 2019, 8:29 am

I’m flying into (and out of) New York this Sunday to see The Ferryman at the Jacobs Theater (242 W 45th St). I’ll have time for dinner after the...

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Last post by Jim Friedman
June 24th, 2019, 11:08 am
Planning a trip to New Orleans...first time post Katrina

Last post by F.Daner « June 24th, 2019, 9:49 am
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by Marshall Gelb » February 4th, 2009, 4:35 pm
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We are heading to New Orleans with friends for our anniversary in late March. Our first time since 2001;
Any food suggestions?

Thanks in advance!...
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Last post by F.Daner
June 24th, 2019, 9:49 am
Trip to Spain.....Need help!

Last post by Nola Palomar « June 23rd, 2019, 6:00 pm
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by ericskitei » October 7th, 2018, 11:42 am

I plan on doing 2 weeks in Spain next summer with the family.

I booked Hotel Arts in Barcelona for 9 days and was going to do 5 days in Majorca....

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Last post by Nola Palomar
June 23rd, 2019, 6:00 pm
I hate winter!!!!!!!!!!

Last post by Ittachi_Kawasaki « June 22nd, 2019, 8:05 am
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by Howard Cooper » March 1st, 2019, 7:58 am

It is finally March 1. Winter is not over yet in the DC area, but hopefully the end is in sight.

But it has me thinking about next winter. This...

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Last post by Ittachi_Kawasaki
June 22nd, 2019, 8:05 am
France Summer 2019: Women's World Cup Soccer

Last post by Blair Ridley « June 21st, 2019, 9:20 am
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by Blair Ridley » December 13th, 2018, 8:38 am

I'm planning on spending 2.5 weeks in France (Paris, Meursault, Lyon, Champagne) next summer to watch the soccer/football tournament.

Seeing the...

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Last post by Blair Ridley
June 21st, 2019, 9:20 am
Where are people eating in Calistoga/Yountville these days?

Last post by M. Taylor « June 19th, 2019, 1:57 pm
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by Glen Gold » June 13th, 2019, 9:39 am

Girlfriend and i are staying in Calistoga in August for a couple of days. I have some tastings worked out, and we will be submerged in mud for a...

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Last post by M. Taylor
June 19th, 2019, 1:57 pm
Anyone been to the Great Sand Dunes National Park?

Last post by Jay Miller « June 17th, 2019, 7:45 am
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by Jay Miller » April 17th, 2019, 8:14 am

I happened to see some pictures and it looked impressive. Worth visiting?

Given various unexpected expenses we're thinking of keeping our vacation...

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Last post by Jay Miller
June 17th, 2019, 7:45 am
Milwaukee Wine shopping

Last post by Michael Martin « June 14th, 2019, 6:14 am
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by Hart G » June 13th, 2019, 10:43 am

Any good stores in Milwaukee? Will be visiting for the first time next weekend. May have time for one meal--do any restaurants have strong old world...

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Last post by Michael Martin
June 14th, 2019, 6:14 am
Favorite San Francisco Hotel?

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « June 12th, 2019, 7:19 pm
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by Jeremy C » June 12th, 2019, 5:57 am

Thanks in advance and cheers,

Jeremy

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
June 12th, 2019, 7:19 pm
Need Walla Walla Suggestions

Last post by C Wagner « June 12th, 2019, 2:51 pm
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by Roni Piterman » June 10th, 2019, 3:27 pm

The hubby and I will be in Walla Walla for 5 days in early July. I would love some help narrowing down wine tasting and dining experiences.

We love...

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Last post by C Wagner
June 12th, 2019, 2:51 pm
Spain wine trip - focus on Ribera del Duero and Rioja

Last post by Eric Wilson « June 12th, 2019, 11:31 am
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by markjchambers » June 5th, 2019, 4:20 am

Planning to visit in early November. Fly to Madrid, head north to Ribera del D for a few days then on to Rioja then back to Madrid. A few years ago,...

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Last post by Eric Wilson
June 12th, 2019, 11:31 am
The new Carrieres de Lumieres show is Van Gogh

Last post by J. D'Antonio « June 9th, 2019, 12:49 am
Replies: 26
by mark meyer » April 3rd, 2019, 8:46 pm

we saw a different show 2 yrs ago but if near St Remy/Les Baux I highly recommend you find a couple hours to see
this new Van Gogh show in the...

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Last post by J. D'Antonio
June 9th, 2019, 12:49 am
What is top frequent flyer status really worth?

Last post by R. Frankel « June 7th, 2019, 9:07 am
Replies: 37
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 R. Frankel
June 7th, 2019, 9:07 am
London Recos

Last post by Tim Heaton « June 6th, 2019, 5:24 pm
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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 Tim Heaton
June 6th, 2019, 5:24 pm
AA direct flights from Sonoma County to Dallas began today 6-6-19

Last post by Joe Dulworth « June 6th, 2019, 3:16 pm
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by Brian Tuite » June 6th, 2019, 2:41 pm

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Last post by Joe Dulworth
June 6th, 2019, 3:16 pm
Bergen and Oslo recs

Last post by scott c « June 4th, 2019, 12:51 pm
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by Peter Kleban » September 21st, 2016, 3:13 pm

We'll be in Norway for a few days starting Sept. 29th.

Any recs for dinner in Bergen and Oslo?

Also, recs for a fjord tour from Bergen (a...

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Last post by scott c
June 4th, 2019, 12:51 pm
Tuscany

Last post by Dennis Atick « June 3rd, 2019, 3:50 am
Replies: 38
by Paul Flynn » February 23rd, 2019, 10:11 am

Hi,

I'm planning my first trip to Italy. There are 4 of us going. We have 2 of three legs of the trip planned and I'm looking for recommendations...

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Last post by Dennis Atick
June 3rd, 2019, 3:50 am
Very Short Paris Trip Report (May 2019)

Last post by IlkkaL « June 2nd, 2019, 1:37 am
Replies: 2
by Sh@n A » June 1st, 2019, 5:21 pm

Thanks for the tips on the other thread. The trip was cut short with some flight issues, but it was a fun trip. Highlight of trip was Comptoir...

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Last post by IlkkaL
June 2nd, 2019, 1:37 am
Balkan Help

Last post by Jeff Loftus « June 1st, 2019, 6:29 pm
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by todd waldmann » May 21st, 2019, 6:56 am

Next week, we are off to the Balkans- Sarajevo, Mostar, Split, Korcula, Rovinj, Ljubljana, Lake Bled, and Zagreb. We have reservations at JB's in...

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Last post by Jeff Loftus
June 1st, 2019, 6:29 pm
Scandanavia Trip Report

Last post by Mark Y « June 1st, 2019, 4:37 pm
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by RyanC » July 26th, 2018, 9:04 am

Just got back from an outrageously fun 10-day trip with my wife and kids (5yo and 3yo) to Scandanavia, where none of us had previously traveled. A...

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June 1st, 2019, 4:37 pm

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