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A Dreamy Night in Crete: Wine, Food & Sunset at Manousakis Winery
We are always on the hunt for fun, not completely tourist activities when we travel, especially those that involve wine and food. We booked a "Wine Dinner Under the Stars" last summer in Chania, Crete, which just sounded like a… Read more
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Airport and Hotel Lounges
We have reviewed lounges across JFK, Dubai, Athens, Panama, Milan, and more. If you have Priority Pass, a Venture X, or a Sapphire Reserve, here is where to find the reviews.
Fifteen Tips for the Conrad Maldives
We have been four times. Here is everything we know.
3.5 Days in Rome
A first-timer’s itinerary for food, sightseeing, and what to skip.
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Lincoln Financial Field World Cup Match Day: Transport, Food & Insider Tips (2026)
We took the Amtrak train from New York to Philadelphia to watch the Curaçao v. Côte d’Ivoire match on Thursday, June 25, 2026. This post details our experience in Philadelphia,…
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MetLife Stadium World Cup Match Day: Transport, Food & Insider Tips (2026)
Dan & I attended the FIFA World Cup match at MetLife Stadium (or “NY NJ Stadium”) on Monday, June 22 between Norway and Senegal. This post details our entire experience,…
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How to Take NJ Transit to MetLife Stadium for the World Cup (2026 Guide)
Dan & I went to the FIFA World Cup game at MetLife Stadium (or “NY NJ Stadium”) on Monday, June 22 between Norway and Senegal. It was a super fun…
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Senigallia Travel Guide: The Adriatic Coast Destination Americans Haven’t Found Yet
Planning a trip to Senigallia, Italy? Discover where to stay, what to eat, and the best restaurants in this guide to Le Marche's beloved Adriatic coast destination.
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In June 2026, Fleming and I visited Gjelina to use our Chase Sapphire Reserve dining credit ($150) which was expiring on June 30th. We won Off-Broadway lottery tickets to see…
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La Lopa Matera Review: An Unforgettable Cave Restaurant in the Sassi
I returned to Matera for the second time last October, just prior to visiting my friend’s family hometown of Irsina. We had some not-so-wonderful meals our first time in Matera,…
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