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A Stop On The Anthony Bourdain Food Trail: Hiram’s Roadstand

July 4, 2020Food, Trip Reports, UncategorizedAnthony Bourdain, Food Trail, Hiram's, New JerseyMichael W

The late Anthony Bourdain has inspired many around the world to make food a big part of their travels.

While planning to visit new places, I look for ideas where to eat based on places featured on Food/ Travel shows. Places recommended by Anthony Bourdain tend to just about always be really good.

On the New Jersey episode of Parts Unknown (which aired back in 2015), Bourdain visited Hiram’s Roadstand in Fort Lee. Since seeing the episode, I’ve wanted to visit. Continue reading A Stop On The Anthony Bourdain Food Trail: Hiram’s Roadstand →

Europe’s Reopening Day Is Here, Being Careful Doesn’t Mean Not Traveling, Safest European Countries To Visit, The Future Of Cruising & More- Travel News!

June 15, 2020UncategorizedDeals, News, OffersMichael W

Travel News:

T+L: Visit One Of These 8 Western US Destinations For A Taste Of Traveling Abroad.
AFAR writes that Being Careful Doesn’t Mean Not Traveling.
Fodor’s shares The Best Things To Do In Every National Park.
Forbes has The Future Of Cruising- Lengthy Boarding, End Of Buffets & More.

Continue reading Europe’s Reopening Day Is Here, Being Careful Doesn’t Mean Not Traveling, Safest European Countries To Visit, The Future Of Cruising & More- Travel News! →

Half Of A New Terminal At LaGuardia Airport Recently Opened!

June 14, 2020Travel News, UncategorizedHill Country, LaGuardia Airport, TerminalMichael W

Work has been underway at New York City’s LaGuardia Airport for quite some time now and I recently came across some great news!

Gothamist reported that a Shiny New LaGuardia Terminal Half-Opens With BBQ And Hand Sanitizer.

Continue reading Half Of A New Terminal At LaGuardia Airport Recently Opened! →

Win A Trip For 2 To Savannah, Georgia + Meet & Greet with Paula Deen

February 26, 2020Contest, Sweepstakes, UncategorizedGeorgia, Paula Deen, SavannahMichael W

Paula Deen is running the Savannah Style Sweepstakes where one lucky winner will win a trip for two to Savannah, Georgia!

The prize includes airfare, a hotel stay, a meet and greet with Paula Deen and more.

While I could care less about meeting Paula Deen, I’d still love to win this prize. Continue reading Win A Trip For 2 To Savannah, Georgia + Meet & Greet with Paula Deen →

Win A Trip For 2 To Paris To Attend The Hella Mega Tour

February 23, 2020Contest, Sweepstakes, UncategorizedHarley Davidson, Hella Mega, ParisMichael W

Harley Davidson is running a contest where one lucky winner will win a trip for two to Paris to attend the Hella Mega Tour kickoff concert!

The Hella Mega Tour features performances from bands like Green Day, Fallout Boy and Weezer.

The prize includes airfare, a three night hotel stay, premium ticket to the concert and more. Continue reading Win A Trip For 2 To Paris To Attend The Hella Mega Tour →

McD’s Online Shop Now Has Quarter Pounder Fan Club Gear

February 22, 2020Food, Off Topic, UncategorizedMcDonald's, Quarter PounderMichael W

When it comes to McDonald’s food, my kids are fans, mainly due to the Happy Meal toys and chicken nuggets. I’m only really interested in McD’s when we’re traveling since I love checking out what’s on their international menus.

In early December I wrote about how McDonald’s now had a permanent online shop selling various items.

The shop hasn’t really offered anything new until now. Continue reading McD’s Online Shop Now Has Quarter Pounder Fan Club Gear →

Win A Trip For Two To Cancun, Mexico from Southwest Vacations

February 16, 2020Contest, Sweepstakes, UncategorizedCancun, Mexico, Southwest VacationsMichael W

Southwest Vacations is giving you a chance to win a trip for two to Cancun, Mexico.

The prize includes flights to Cancun on Southwest, a four-night all-inclusive hotel stay and more.

While I’m not a big fan of all-inclusive resorts Continue reading Win A Trip For Two To Cancun, Mexico from Southwest Vacations →

Woman Makes Cheese Plate While Sitting In Middle Seat During Flight

February 13, 2020Travel Articles, UncategorizedCheese Plate, Middle SeatMichael W

Kim sent me a great article about an interesting way to pass the time during a flight which could also be a great way to keep you from getting hungry.

Marissa Mullen, the founder of the Instagram page @thatcheeseplate, the “go- to source for cheese board inspiration” recently shared a video captioned, Continue reading Woman Makes Cheese Plate While Sitting In Middle Seat During Flight →

Win A Trip For 2 To Stuttgart From Porsche or A US Driving Experience

February 5, 2020Contest, Sweepstakes, UncategorizedGermany, Porsche, StuttgartMichael W

Porsche is running a sweepstakes where one lucky winner will win a trip for two to Stuttgart, Germany for a closed course driving experience. Two other winners will win a trip to either Atlanta or LA to the Porsche Experience Center.

I’ve been a huge fan of Porsche for as long as I can remember and it’s one of my favorite car brands. I’d love to win any of the prizes to get a chance to experience Porsche up close! Continue reading Win A Trip For 2 To Stuttgart From Porsche or A US Driving Experience →

Mexico’s President Flies Commercial, US Airports Screening For Coronavirus, Backlash Against Hotel Fees, Istanbul’s Sacred Cats, United Making Controversial Change & More- Travel News!

February 3, 2020UncategorizedDeals, News, OffersMichael W