Posts Tagged ‘Europe’
Spontantrip: An Austrian Road Trip
—From Graz to Salzburg, I take a drive through three of Austria’s greatest cities marked by fortresses, scenic views and local culture. Ever since I met a lifelong Austrian friend in college, I’ve had more than a few reasons to visit the land-locked, central European country—walk the grounds of Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, sip a…
Read MoreAncient Ruins Around the World
Visiting the ruin of a fallen, destroyed or abandoned city is perhaps the closest we can get (as of now) to traveling back in time. What might it have been like to live in an ancient, Mayan city? Walking the streets of Tikal, Guatemala may not provide the full picture, but with a little imagination…
Read MoreHoliday Travel Deals and Steals
Black Friday is the official kickoff of the holiday shopping season. While you might have your sights set on a shiny flat screen TV or brand new pressure cooker, we want you to aim higher. Just like tech and retail, you can expect big savings on travel, too. Think resort credits, reduced rates, complimentary nights…
Read MoreThe Many Expressions of Sauvignon Blanc
By David Gettenberg and Anne Press of Englewood Wine Merchants Sauvignon Blancs are distinct – very distinct – white wines. From lemon-lime to fresh-cut grass, Sauvignon Blancs have an unmistakable signature. All Sauvignon Blancs, however, are not the same. Depending on the region in which they are grown, Sauvignon Blancs can throw a wide range of…
Read MoreLa Compagnie to Fly From Newark to Paris-Orly
If you’re indulging yourself with a trip to Paris, why not fly to France in style? For New Jerseyans looking to jet across the Atlantic on a whim (and budget), the all-business-class La Compagnie airline might be for you. With exclusive flights to only New Jersey and Paris, La Compagnie offers its patrons premium lounge…
Read MoreOld World Irish Charm at Adare Manor
Completed in 1860, Ireland’s most historically renowned five-star resort hotel overlooks 840 acres which includes the tranquil River Maigue, stretches of finely trimmed grass and ornate shrubbery. Surrounded by medieval ruins, walled gardens and winding woodland paths, the Adare Manor was designed as a ‘Calendar House’ to feature 52 chimneys, exactly 365 leaded glass windows…
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