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Wine Shop Recommendations - Local

Last post by Greg McClellan « February 4th, 2021, 6:35 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 Greg McClellan
February 4th, 2021, 6:35 pm
Europe Travel - Safe?

Last post by Jeff_M. « February 24th, 2021, 2:11 pm
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by Tom Moore » March 23rd, 2016, 7:56 pm
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Leaving on Monday, 3/28 for Paris, Sicily, Tuscany. Any thoughts on the current state of affairs besides the obvious ones? Obviously everyone is on...
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Last post by Jeff_M.
February 24th, 2021, 2:11 pm
Dining room at Jing Fong to close

Last post by Mike Reff « February 20th, 2021, 9:31 am
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by Mike Reff » February 19th, 2021, 5:10 pm

Victim of the pandemic of 2020-2021. Had some great offlines here

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Last post by Mike Reff
February 20th, 2021, 9:31 am
Herbfarm? Woodinville WA

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « February 19th, 2021, 9:20 pm
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by Mattstolz » February 15th, 2021, 9:33 am

This place came up in some random wine-searcher searches and I started exploring the list that they have for sale. Is this place legit? If so, how do...

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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
February 19th, 2021, 9:20 pm
New York City hotels

Last post by Jay Rohela « February 19th, 2021, 3:25 pm
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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 Jay Rohela
February 19th, 2021, 3:25 pm
Has anyone been to Hawaii lately?

Last post by Jerry Hey « February 18th, 2021, 1:14 pm
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by David Kaufman » January 20th, 2021, 6:58 am

Was supposed to take the family to Maui for Spring Break last March and called it off last minute due to COVID explosion and the uncertainty at the...

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Last post by Jerry Hey
February 18th, 2021, 1:14 pm
Caribbean recommendations?

Last post by mike pobega « February 18th, 2021, 2:31 am
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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 mike pobega
February 18th, 2021, 2:31 am
St Pete / Tampa Recs

Last post by CGlescher « February 17th, 2021, 1:34 pm
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by ClarkstonMark » January 31st, 2021, 3:34 pm

Need a rec (besides the obvious Bern's which is booked) for a date type restaurant in St Pete or Tampa.
Staying in St Pete, but will have car....

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Last post by CGlescher
February 17th, 2021, 1:34 pm
Best park and fly from SFO?

Last post by T Welch « February 13th, 2021, 2:37 pm
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by Casey Hartlip » February 10th, 2021, 8:07 am

I've got a two week trip coming up in May that leaves SF at 7:15 am. I'm too far from the airport to drive down that morning. Looking for hotel near...

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Last post by T Welch
February 13th, 2021, 2:37 pm
The new Carrieres de Lumieres show is Van Gogh

Last post by M.Kaplan « February 11th, 2021, 2:26 pm
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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 M.Kaplan
February 11th, 2021, 2:26 pm
Chicago: Drake or Conrad?

Last post by George Hejna « February 7th, 2021, 7:29 am
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by leslie renaud » January 25th, 2021, 12:08 pm

I have a bunch of Hilton points burning a hole in my pocket. Trying to decide between the two for a four night vacation in late spring.

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Last post by George Hejna
February 7th, 2021, 7:29 am
Road to Hana

Last post by T&om c&lement « February 4th, 2021, 4:42 pm
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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 T&om c&lement
February 4th, 2021, 4:42 pm
Early June Atlantic beach vac recs

Last post by jan.brekke « January 28th, 2021, 3:47 pm
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by jan.brekke » January 27th, 2021, 2:33 pm

Greetings,

We are planning a family trip to celebrate our youngest's high school graduation. We had a nice trip to Costa Rica planned out, but are...

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Last post by jan.brekke
January 28th, 2021, 3:47 pm
Rao's NYC Now Offering Takeout

Last post by Joe W i n o g r a d « January 28th, 2021, 8:00 am
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by Steve L Gellman » August 16th, 2020, 4:14 am

Still can't get a table but...

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Last post by Joe W i n o g r a d
January 28th, 2021, 8:00 am
Savannah restaurant recs

Last post by Dennis Atick « January 27th, 2021, 4:01 am
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by Philip Ente » February 14th, 2011, 12:02 pm

Will be there in March.
The 2 names I hear are the Olde Pink House (but seems kinda touristy) and Elizabeth Inn.

Any opinions? other recs?

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Last post by Dennis Atick
January 27th, 2021, 4:01 am
What is top frequent flyer status really worth?

Last post by Adam Frisch « January 26th, 2021, 1:08 am
Replies: 45
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 Adam Frisch
January 26th, 2021, 1:08 am
Naples, Fla area restaurants?

Last post by Jay Rohela « January 25th, 2021, 3:20 pm
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by Pasquale De Marco » December 3rd, 2020, 5:25 am

Will be in the Naples, Fla. area for a while.
Any restaurant recommendations, especially BYO or reasonable corkage.
Thanks in advance.
Pat

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Last post by Jay Rohela
January 25th, 2021, 3:20 pm
Fingers crossed. Booked 15 days in Italy for September 2021

Last post by Jay Rohela « January 25th, 2021, 3:18 pm
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by mike pobega » January 13th, 2021, 5:37 pm

After my last trip fizzed due to covid, I have resumed a plan once again.
15 days in Rome as my 'base' and side trip up and down. The first one is...

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Last post by Jay Rohela
January 25th, 2021, 3:18 pm
Charleston, SC recs

Last post by LoriMcLaughlin « January 25th, 2021, 8:33 am
Replies: 33
by Tom Chen » June 1st, 2020, 11:43 am

Looks like we are keeping our family vacation to South Carolina June 20-27, arriving Saturday night at Charleston and staying at French Quarter Inn...

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Last post by LoriMcLaughlin
January 25th, 2021, 8:33 am
Help Planning Road Trip From Provence to Paris

Last post by JeremyR « January 25th, 2021, 3:51 am
Replies: 15
by JeremyR » January 17th, 2021, 5:15 am

I'm under no illusions that the world will go back to normal anytime soon but I'm REALLY hoping maybe this summer there might be a little flexibility...

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Last post by JeremyR
January 25th, 2021, 3:51 am
Wineries for a wedding

Last post by Jay Rohela « January 24th, 2021, 1:06 pm
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by C. Keller » September 23rd, 2018, 9:04 am

Does anyone recommend any venues for a wedding? My brother just got engaged and is planning to have it somewhere in the wine country.

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Last post by Jay Rohela
January 24th, 2021, 1:06 pm
Visiting Willamette wine region in October

Last post by Greg McClellan « January 24th, 2021, 12:14 pm
Replies: 14
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 Greg McClellan
January 24th, 2021, 12:14 pm
Greece - Santorini, Naxos and Athens

Last post by Jason L. « January 20th, 2021, 5:41 pm
Replies: 25
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 Jason L.
January 20th, 2021, 5:41 pm
Sonoma Rental Advice

Last post by Chad Richardson « January 18th, 2021, 1:51 pm

by Chad Richardson » January 18th, 2021, 1:51 pm

OMG, where have I been?! Fell off the board for awhile. Recently retired so now have free time (shhh...don't tell my wife.) Anyway...
Planning a trip...

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Last post by Chad Richardson
January 18th, 2021, 1:51 pm
Winery Suggestions - Chablis, Cote de Beaune, Beaujolais

Last post by JeremyR « January 17th, 2021, 5:44 am
Replies: 14
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 JeremyR
January 17th, 2021, 5:44 am
Anyone have a read on what it will take to enter an EU country?

Last post by Victor Hong « January 15th, 2021, 9:11 am
Replies: 3
by Blake Brown » January 15th, 2021, 8:36 am

I've been patiently waiting to travel to Europe, especially Amsterdam where I have an apartment. Obviously, that's not been possible and with the...

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Last post by Victor Hong
January 15th, 2021, 9:11 am
Bora Bora recommendations?

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « January 13th, 2021, 8:28 am
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by Todd F r e n c h » December 19th, 2020, 8:59 am

We’re planning to go through the hoops (all the Covid-19 testing requirements for French Polynesia, etc) and head to Bora Bora for one of our bucket...

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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
January 13th, 2021, 8:28 am
Burgundy restaurants?

Last post by Michael O'Brien « January 9th, 2021, 11:08 am
Replies: 43
by Tony C » April 26th, 2019, 10:40 am

Going to Burgundy in May. Not looking for 3 Michelin star restaurant.

Any recommendations?

Thanks

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
January 9th, 2021, 11:08 am
Feeling optimistic - Burgundy Hotel recommendations for July?

Last post by Kelly Walker « January 9th, 2021, 9:58 am
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by Michael Klein » December 7th, 2020, 6:51 am

Hi All - after a 2020 of cancelled travel plans, we're feeling optimistic and scheduled a trip to Paris/Burgundy/Champagne over the summer. Hopefully...

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Last post by Kelly Walker
January 9th, 2021, 9:58 am
rocky mountaineer advice?

Last post by Nick Running « January 7th, 2021, 9:56 pm
Replies: 10
by craig v » December 11th, 2020, 10:44 am

Has anyone done with highend train experience through the Canadian Rockies? I'd welcome any advice on when to go. What you liked or disliked? Best...

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Last post by Nick Running
January 7th, 2021, 9:56 pm
North Scottsdale

Last post by pmelloy « January 7th, 2021, 6:57 am
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by pmelloy » December 29th, 2020, 10:02 am

I am going to be in North Scottsdale for a few days.... Wondering if anyone had a suggestion for a good restaurant. I already have a steak place...

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Last post by pmelloy
January 7th, 2021, 6:57 am
Rancho Mirage Recs for next week.....

Last post by Mark Colendich « December 17th, 2020, 11:33 am
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by ericskitei » December 16th, 2020, 9:22 pm

Our normal XMas trip was 86'd, but we have been on lockdown for 9 months so we were itching to get out.

Booked a trip to Rancho Mirage next week,...

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Last post by Mark Colendich
December 17th, 2020, 11:33 am
Travel insurance

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « December 14th, 2020, 7:13 pm
Replies: 35
by PaulMills » March 14th, 2018, 6:07 pm

We have bought travel insurance a few times but only used it once, we basically broke even when we had to come back from the Azores early due to the...

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
December 14th, 2020, 7:13 pm
DC Restaurants

Last post by twright « December 10th, 2020, 9:26 am
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by Milton Hudson » June 22nd, 2020, 6:08 am

My son is helping a friend move from Birmingham to the district in a week or so. They want to hit some nicer low key spots. Any recommendations of...

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Last post by twright
December 10th, 2020, 9:26 am
Black friday deals?

Last post by Ethan Abraham « November 27th, 2020, 9:16 am

by Ethan Abraham » November 27th, 2020, 9:16 am

Rosewood 40% is nice, though only through June 2021.
Explora has a nice discount through March 2022.
Seven Stars in turks has 50-60% off, pretty...

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Last post by Ethan Abraham
November 27th, 2020, 9:16 am
Need A Driver In Ireland

Last post by Dave McCloskey « November 16th, 2020, 9:04 am
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by Dave McCloskey » October 7th, 2020, 11:57 am

In either Feb. or March my Rugby group plan on going to Dublin to see a Six Nations Tour match. This time we'd like to hire a driver to take us from...

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Last post by Dave McCloskey
November 16th, 2020, 9:04 am
Planning a Fall New England Trip

Last post by Joel Pulver « November 15th, 2020, 1:16 pm
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by Doug Uno » October 8th, 2020, 9:23 pm

My wife and I are planning a trip next year to see the Fall colors. So many questions, when is the best time to visit if we want to see the Fall...

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Last post by Joel Pulver
November 15th, 2020, 1:16 pm
Encore Casino Boston Harbor: Place is a joke Do Not Go

Last post by John Chapman « October 27th, 2020, 8:12 pm
Replies: 9
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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Last post by John Chapman
October 27th, 2020, 8:12 pm
Dallas wine shops???

Last post by Jeff P « October 26th, 2020, 6:59 pm
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by Andy K » October 16th, 2020, 1:42 pm

In Dallas for the weekend and did not see any wine shop recommendations here. Staying in Deep Ellum. Any good Wine shops with strong Old World...

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Last post by Jeff P
October 26th, 2020, 6:59 pm
North Carolina Outer Banks

Last post by N Lang « October 26th, 2020, 10:23 am
Replies: 47
by Marshall Gelb » February 17th, 2012, 3:12 pm

An area I have never been. There is a chance that I will have the opportunity to spend some time on the Outer Banks of North Carolina . I know they...

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Last post by N Lang
October 26th, 2020, 10:23 am
wine tasting in France

Last post by Michael Martin « October 25th, 2020, 6:17 am
Replies: 1
by Jim Cygan » October 24th, 2020, 7:10 pm

Hello. new to this forum, and initial post. Planning a trip to France Fall 2021. Tentatively expecting to go to Reims, Cote de Nuits and Cotes de...

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Last post by Michael Martin
October 25th, 2020, 6:17 am
Pergola *** Rome - wine list

Last post by Ian Sutton « October 16th, 2020, 11:48 am
Replies: 12
by Asger L a r s e n » August 3rd, 2020, 5:19 am

Hi all,

spend some time browsing the wine list before choosing. Just wanted to share my shortlist if you should find yourself in this amazing...

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Last post by Ian Sutton
October 16th, 2020, 11:48 am
Laguna

Last post by mike pobega « October 14th, 2020, 6:35 pm
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by KStuddard » October 4th, 2020, 6:12 pm

My better half and I would like to escape the east coast for a few days in Orange County in December.

Any resort/dinner/activity recommendations?...

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Last post by mike pobega
October 14th, 2020, 6:35 pm
Santa Barbara ideas

Last post by T. Altmayer « October 11th, 2020, 10:21 am
Replies: 12
by KStuddard » October 4th, 2020, 6:10 pm

Headed to SB for a long weekend. Would like to do a day of a couple tastings. We’ve been to Los Olivos. Any other Ideas?

Many thanks.

Keith

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Last post by T. Altmayer
October 11th, 2020, 10:21 am
Adventures in Paris

Last post by Greg Kramer « October 2nd, 2020, 8:33 am
Replies: 429
by Andrew Kotowski » April 16th, 2017, 12:50 am
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I've been thinking about starting a separate thread on my life and experiences in Paris for a while, as most of the threads here are either focused...
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Last post by Greg Kramer
October 2nd, 2020, 8:33 am
Looking for Hotel

Last post by Jay Miller « September 30th, 2020, 6:03 am
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by John Bardeen dba » September 30th, 2020, 5:11 am

Hey guys.!
Hope you are doing well.
I' m travelling to Paris i need your suggestions where i can find the best hotel's in Paris in discounted rates....

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Last post by Jay Miller
September 30th, 2020, 6:03 am
Salt Lake City

Last post by K.C0LBURN « September 19th, 2020, 6:14 pm
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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 K.C0LBURN
September 19th, 2020, 6:14 pm
Outdoor options for food and wine in wine country?

Last post by Brian Tuite « September 18th, 2020, 1:23 pm
Replies: 5
by brianmcbrearty » June 17th, 2020, 3:08 pm

Headed to RRV this weekend. Wondering where I should plan to eat if I'm trying to stay outdoors. Thought I'd subject the question more broadly so it...

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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 18th, 2020, 1:23 pm
Mt. Rushmore

Last post by David Wright « September 17th, 2020, 9:11 pm
Replies: 22
by alan weinberg » August 3rd, 2020, 7:15 pm

any hotels or restaurants near there? Anything else to see between S. California and Rushmore? We plan on Salt Lake City. I know not everything will...

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Last post by David Wright
September 17th, 2020, 9:11 pm
Santa Barbara Area Food & Wine

Last post by Stephen Pepe « September 15th, 2020, 7:15 pm
Replies: 13
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 Stephen Pepe
September 15th, 2020, 7:15 pm
"Guess I've got that old travelling bone"

Last post by Robert Dentice « September 9th, 2020, 8:26 am
Replies: 32
by Jim Stewart » August 23rd, 2020, 7:34 am

Anyone else out there getting restless to travel?
At this point, very restrained optimism might be the best we can muster, but I am starting to put...

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Last post by Robert Dentice
September 9th, 2020, 8:26 am
Itinerary Check - Santa Ynez Valley

Last post by AlexW « September 4th, 2020, 10:44 pm
Replies: 5
by Kevin McCarthy » September 3rd, 2020, 10:49 am

Hi All,

Long time lurker, first time poster here. My wife and I will be traveling to the Santa Ynez Valley from LA this weekend to celebrate our one...

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Last post by AlexW
September 4th, 2020, 10:44 pm
Coronavirus and Summer Travel

Last post by David K o l i n « September 3rd, 2020, 1:07 pm
Replies: 283
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 K o l i n
September 3rd, 2020, 1:07 pm
Rent a Studio Apartment in Japan

Last post by Ittachi_Kawasaki « August 29th, 2020, 4:36 am

by Ittachi_Kawasaki » August 29th, 2020, 4:36 am

Finally, I can get a job in Tokyo and wonder how should I rent a house to live and work? . If I rent a really house in ground, it must be very...

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Last post by Ittachi_Kawasaki
August 29th, 2020, 4:36 am
Big Sky recs

Last post by jan.brekke « August 23rd, 2020, 7:14 am
Replies: 7
by jan.brekke » August 16th, 2020, 11:38 am

With my high school son's school starting virtually and fall sports pushed into spring, we have decided to make a family trip out to Big Sky Montana...

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Last post by jan.brekke
August 23rd, 2020, 7:14 am
Wine shops in Aspen?

Last post by Michael Martin « August 20th, 2020, 7:33 pm
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by Ryan Kilkenney » August 20th, 2020, 7:30 pm

Any wine shop recommendations in Aspen? TIA.

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Last post by Michael Martin
August 20th, 2020, 7:33 pm
Croatia vineyard visits

Last post by Dave R. « August 10th, 2020, 11:18 am
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by Dave R. » August 10th, 2020, 9:52 am

Any recommendations for best vineyards to visit in southern Croatia? Split, Hvar, Korcula, Dubrovnik area.

Looking forward to exploring new /...

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Last post by Dave R.
August 10th, 2020, 11:18 am
Any Reccos for Port Clyde, ME and Environs?

Last post by TimF « August 6th, 2020, 12:43 pm
Replies: 15
by David K o l i n » July 21st, 2020, 1:23 pm

We’ve decided to hit the road and spend a week in Port Clyde next month in connection with our dropping our son off at school in NY and helping our...

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Last post by TimF
August 6th, 2020, 12:43 pm
Heated restaurant terraces to be banned in France

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « August 4th, 2020, 11:33 am
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by Jay Miller » July 27th, 2020, 8:56 am

The mayor of Paris was resisting but looks like it will go through next year. I'll miss it but I suppose the reasoning is sound.

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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
August 4th, 2020, 11:33 am
Patina in LA closing

Last post by alan weinberg « August 3rd, 2020, 7:15 pm
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by Matt Mauldin » July 31st, 2020, 8:55 pm

DTLA seems to be getting hit especially hard with the turmoil this year.

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Last post by alan weinberg
August 3rd, 2020, 7:15 pm
Anyone use Global Entry Program?

Last post by Gus Siokis « July 30th, 2020, 2:12 pm
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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 Gus Siokis
July 30th, 2020, 2:12 pm
Philadelphia - quick trip this month (next week!)

Last post by AD Northup « July 23rd, 2020, 10:55 am
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by Todd F r e n c h » October 16th, 2019, 12:54 pm
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I'm flying in to Philadelphia next week (Tue-Thu) and have only a little time (Basically Wednesday evening, maybe a little bit Wed morning) to check...
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Last post by AD Northup
July 23rd, 2020, 10:55 am
Singapore, Vietnam, China, and Japan recommendations

Last post by Marshall Gelb « July 18th, 2020, 10:39 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 Marshall Gelb
July 18th, 2020, 10:39 am
life in Piedmont in 1 month

Last post by Henry Kiichli « July 15th, 2020, 7:44 am
Replies: 30
by Philip Ente » May 18th, 2020, 12:25 pm

Our mid June trip to France was canceled because we can't get into the country. This is our third canceled trip to Europe since Cova hit and we've...

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Last post by Henry Kiichli
July 15th, 2020, 7:44 am
Road trip in the USA in the Covid world

Last post by c fu « July 6th, 2020, 12:34 am
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by Philip Ente » May 19th, 2020, 6:41 pm

I posted below about going to Piedmont in June but the feedback I am getting is contradictory, and there is the possibility of being quarantined if...

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Last post by c fu
July 6th, 2020, 12:34 am
Lodging in Sonoma with a Pet

Last post by Brian P « June 29th, 2020, 11:23 am
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by Brian P » June 28th, 2020, 12:03 pm

I have a colleague who would like to spend a month in Sonoma later this summer/fall, with her husband and a dog along for company. They are checking...

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Last post by Brian P
June 29th, 2020, 11:23 am
Portugal - Colares, Alentejo and Algarve recommendations?

Last post by bradkaplan « June 19th, 2020, 4:11 am
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by Sean C. » May 18th, 2020, 11:13 am

Hi Berserker crew - my fiancee and I are (tentatively) planning our honeymoon for May of 2021 in Portugal. I have a couple of questions to which I'm...

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Last post by bradkaplan
June 19th, 2020, 4:11 am
Avon/Vail CO., next week (Sun-Wed)

Last post by Tim Heaton « June 16th, 2020, 2:35 pm

by Tim Heaton » June 16th, 2020, 2:35 pm

decided to use a suite night award for a few nights at the Westin Riverfront in Avon. Curious if anyone else is in the mountains during this time, if...

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June 16th, 2020, 2:35 pm
is this the end of byo culture?

Last post by Michael Klein « June 16th, 2020, 12:18 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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June 16th, 2020, 12:18 pm
OK, we are going to Burgundy this summer - Restaurants

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « May 29th, 2020, 7:05 pm
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by Howard Cooper » May 30th, 2013, 8:39 am
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We will have four nights, there will be five of us. Current thoughts for the four dinners:

Auprès du Clocher in Pommard
Les Chevreuil in Meursault...
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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
May 29th, 2020, 7:05 pm
Foreign currency in US bank account for tuition

Last post by Steve Gautier « May 27th, 2020, 5:27 am
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by Jason R. » May 25th, 2020, 11:00 am

I searched with a variety of terms and didn’t see anything on this topic. My apologies if I overlooked something.

So my oldest will be starting...

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May 27th, 2020, 5:27 am
MUSINGS FROM AMSTERDAM UPDATED VERSION WITH A SPRING 2020 UPDATE

Last post by Blake Brown « May 18th, 2020, 10:55 am
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by Blake Brown » October 30th, 2018, 6:40 am
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Over the past 20 + years, I’ve been coming to Amsterdam out of a passion for the history, the culture and the feeling of freedom. I think I must have...
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Last post by Blake Brown
May 18th, 2020, 10:55 am
What are you doing to support restaurants during Covid19?

Last post by Chris Blum « May 18th, 2020, 8:15 am
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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 Blum
May 18th, 2020, 8:15 am
Costa Rica Questions

Last post by ClarkstonMark « May 15th, 2020, 2:40 pm
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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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May 15th, 2020, 2:40 pm
Paris apartment rental: bad experience at RentParisNow.com...

Last post by Victor Hong « May 14th, 2020, 6:47 am
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by Victor Hong » August 11th, 2010, 8:16 am
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.... via VRBO.com.

Recently, I used VRBO to rent Paris apartments, which referred me to:

or

Be very careful of patronizing this Paris apartment...
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Last post by Victor Hong
May 14th, 2020, 6:47 am
Mt Whitney advice and training - stair stepper advice?

Last post by Shay h arnoy « May 3rd, 2020, 4:25 pm
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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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May 3rd, 2020, 4:25 pm
Priceline - Beware

Last post by Victor Hong « May 1st, 2020, 11:30 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 Victor Hong
May 1st, 2020, 11:30 am
Austin Bbq Trip Report

Last post by Dennis Atick « May 1st, 2020, 11:19 am
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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 Dennis Atick
May 1st, 2020, 11:19 am
Virgin Islands Charter

Last post by Chris Oxford « April 22nd, 2020, 9:05 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 Chris Oxford
April 22nd, 2020, 9:05 am
New Zealand Recs - Otago Region

Last post by maylynnjakubowski « April 9th, 2020, 12:48 pm
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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 maylynnjakubowski
April 9th, 2020, 12:48 pm
Aspen, Telluride and Vail Restaurants

Last post by Michael Martin « April 6th, 2020, 2:47 pm
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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
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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March 20th, 2020, 5:28 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
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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
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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
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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 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. Cohen « 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. Cohen
March 9th, 2020, 4:52 pm
The Grill, NYC

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

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

Last post by Bret D!sk!n « March 7th, 2020, 2:31 pm
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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
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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
Barcelona 2020 (January Edition) Part 1

Last post by Ramon C « March 6th, 2020, 7:07 am
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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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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
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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
Croatia Recommendations?

Last post by brigcampbell « March 1st, 2020, 6:26 pm
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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
Paris with kids?

Last post by Alan Rath « February 28th, 2020, 5:59 pm
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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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February 28th, 2020, 5:59 pm
Panzano, Dario Cecchini

Last post by M.Kaplan « February 27th, 2020, 8:37 pm
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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...

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February 27th, 2020, 8:37 pm
Washington State Wine Trip - Recommendations Needed!

Last post by Andrew Goldberg « February 27th, 2020, 10:52 am
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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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February 27th, 2020, 10:52 am

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