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Wine Shop Recommendations - Local
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M. M c C a l l »
April 21st, 2009, 5:22 pm
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?
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Tom Moore »
March 23rd, 2016, 7:56 pm
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
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Last post by Mike Reff
February 20th, 2021, 9:31 am
Herbfarm? Woodinville WA
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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
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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?
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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?
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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
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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?
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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
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Last post by M.Kaplan
February 11th, 2021, 2:26 pm
Chicago: Drake or Conrad?
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Last post by Adam Frisch
January 26th, 2021, 1:08 am
Naples, Fla area restaurants?
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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
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Last post by Jay Rohela
January 25th, 2021, 3:18 pm
Charleston, SC recs
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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
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Last post by JeremyR
January 25th, 2021, 3:51 am
Wineries for a wedding
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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
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Last post by Greg McClellan
January 24th, 2021, 12:14 pm
Greece - Santorini, Naxos and Athens
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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
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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
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Last post by JeremyR
January 17th, 2021, 5:44 am
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Last post by Victor Hong
January 15th, 2021, 9:11 am
Bora Bora recommendations?
Replies: 30
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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?
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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
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Last post by Kelly Walker
January 9th, 2021, 9:58 am
rocky mountaineer advice?
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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
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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.....
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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
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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
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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?
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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
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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
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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
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Last post by John Chapman
October 27th, 2020, 8:12 pm
Dallas wine shops???
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Andrew Kotowski »
April 16th, 2017, 12:50 am
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
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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
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Last post by K.C0LBURN
September 19th, 2020, 6:14 pm
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Last post by Brian Tuite
September 18th, 2020, 1:23 pm
Mt. Rushmore
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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
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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
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Last post by Robert Dentice
September 9th, 2020, 8:26 am
Itinerary Check - Santa Ynez Valley
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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
Replies: 283
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Dennis Atick »
February 28th, 2020, 4:10 am
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
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Last post by Ittachi_Kawasaki
August 29th, 2020, 4:36 am
Big Sky recs
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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
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Last post by Michael Martin
August 20th, 2020, 7:33 pm
Croatia vineyard visits
Replies: 2
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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 /...
2 Replies
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Last post by Dave R.
August 10th, 2020, 11:18 am
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Last post by TimF
August 6th, 2020, 12:43 pm
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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
August 4th, 2020, 11:33 am
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Last post by alan weinberg
August 3rd, 2020, 7:15 pm
Anyone use Global Entry Program?
Replies: 528
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Michel Abood »
December 8th, 2009, 8:24 am
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
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Last post by AD Northup
July 23rd, 2020, 10:55 am
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Last post by Marshall Gelb
July 18th, 2020, 10:39 am
life in Piedmont in 1 month
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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
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Last post by c fu
July 6th, 2020, 12:34 am
Lodging in Sonoma with a Pet
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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
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Last post by bradkaplan
June 19th, 2020, 4:11 am
Avon/Vail CO., next week (Sun-Wed)
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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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Last post by Tim Heaton
June 16th, 2020, 2:35 pm
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Last post by Michael Klein
June 16th, 2020, 12:18 pm
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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
May 29th, 2020, 7:05 pm
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Last post by Steve Gautier
May 27th, 2020, 5:27 am
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Last post by Blake Brown
May 18th, 2020, 10:55 am
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Last post by Chris Blum
May 18th, 2020, 8:15 am
Costa Rica Questions
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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 ClarkstonMark
May 15th, 2020, 2:40 pm
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Last post by Victor Hong
May 14th, 2020, 6:47 am
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Last post by Shay h arnoy
May 3rd, 2020, 4:25 pm
Priceline - Beware
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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
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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
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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...
28 Replies
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Last post by Chris Oxford
April 22nd, 2020, 9:05 am
New Zealand Recs - Otago Region
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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
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Last post by Michael Martin
April 6th, 2020, 2:47 pm
Recent Trip To London
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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
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Last post by Joshua Kates
March 17th, 2020, 9:18 am
Japan Experts Help Please
Replies: 42
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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,...
42 Replies
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Last post by MaiMadigan
March 12th, 2020, 3:20 am
Bern's tips
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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
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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
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Last post by Marshall Gelb
March 10th, 2020, 1:35 pm
NYC restaurant recommendations
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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
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Last post by Victor Hong
March 10th, 2020, 5:34 am
Miami Beach Dining
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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...
2 Replies
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Last post by J. Cohen
March 9th, 2020, 4:52 pm
The Grill, NYC
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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
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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
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Last post by Bret D!sk!n
March 7th, 2020, 2:31 pm
Washington Wine Route suggestions?
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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
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Last post by Ramon C
March 6th, 2020, 7:07 am
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Last post by scamhi
March 4th, 2020, 4:38 am
Croatia Recommendations?
Replies: 19
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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?
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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
Panzano, Dario Cecchini
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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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Last post by M.Kaplan
February 27th, 2020, 8:37 pm
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February 27th, 2020, 10:52 am
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