Category: travel
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Walking along the Embarcadero
I can’t help but feel that walking is the best way to get to know another city. And it is easy to take a walking tour of San Francisco, just following the Embarcadero. Here are some stops we made along the way. Fisherman’s Wharf: We stopped here for people watching, and to take in the…
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Getting the best view of the Golden Gate Bridge
As a visitor to San Francisco, I of course needed to see the Golden Gate Bridge. We drove to the observation deck. I was prepared for picturesque views. I was not prepared to have to fight to see them. The first battle was parking. The lot was tight, with few spaces, but a long line…
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This San Francisco chocolate tourist site is way overrated. Here is where I’d tell you to go instead.
The Ghiradelli Chocolate Experience. I had such high expectations, but alas it is not accurately named. Granted, you might be able to find more flavors of chocolates for sale than in your local store, but to call it an “experience” was a bit much. Unless by you talking about the experience of long lines and…
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The assumptions I had before going to San Francisco
I went on my recent trip to San Francisco with some assumptions. These are the two biggest things you might come across as you plan or go about your journey. Let’s have a quick chat about weather and safety. Before I left, I was told to pack warmer than I would think necessary for a…
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I caught the travel bug
My new vice is searching for flight prices. I will put in new locations, change the dates, check the prices, all in the name of trying to figure out what’s next to explore. What’s interesting is that I used to be frightened by the idea of traveling. Even driving farther than usual gave me anxiety.…
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Equinox Hotel has a Science of Sleep package. Here’s how it went down.
During my stay at the Equinox Hotel Hudson Yards, I opted to try out the Science of Sleep package. Truth be told, it was one of the reasons why I was so eager to try this hotel. I had visions of myself, entering the hotel haggard from all the work and nights staying up way…
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Let’s eat at the Equinox Hotel
During my say at the Equinox Hotel Hudson Yards, I just had to let myself have the experience of ordering room service. I used the in-room iPad to place the order. The menu is expansive. It includes health forward fare and options for when you are feeling more indulgent. I, myself, have committed myself to…
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When you think Equinox Hotel, think fitness
When you think of the Equinox brand, you should conjure images a bougie, luxury gym. Now imagine that same brand developed a hotel property in Hudson Yards in Manhattan. That rich fitness lifestyle is going to be included into every stay. Here are all the fitness offerings at Equinox Hotel Hudson Yards. In every room,…
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A room tour: Equinox Hotel Hudson Yards
I had the wonderful opportunity to stay at the Equinox Hotel in New York. I will be spending time this week reviewing various aspects of the hotel, but today, I am going to give you a quick room tour. As you read over this, remember that Equinox is a fitness brand that is getting in…
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If you’re feeling eclectic, stop here in Asheville
You like things that you friends lovingly refer to as “different.” But you don’t care, you like standing out. You like getting your hands on pieces that others can’t even begin to think of styling and furniture pieces from a time gone by. And it is even better if no one else can find those…
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