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Underrated American Cities Worth Visiting

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

If you want to take a short break within the US, where do you start in making that decision? A lot of us find somewhere we really like and return time after time, but many, like me, love to get out there and see what our fabulous country has to offer. Unfortunately, both time and money restricts us.

On some of my many trips I have taken in some fantastic cities and here are just some of my recommendations for places to take a great mini trip.

One of my favorite destinations is Nashville, Tennessee. I\’ve visited this city many times in recent years to see a good friend of mine, and we always have a brilliant time together.

Great food and amazing music come together to make Nashville a city with fascinating history. I doubt even those lucky enough to live here will have enough time to visit every one of the numerous restaurants and bars.

Rhode Island may be our smallest state, but what it lacks in size it more than makes up for in attractions. Newport and Providence are two exciting cities, and make a trip to the North East of America well worth the trip.

If you are taking your short break in the summer, head for Newport. It\’s very much a beach resort with great sands and many restaurants. Providence, in the other hand, is a very small yet beautiful city that can be visited any time of year and is very historic and cultural.

The last on my list of suggested short break destinations is the dynamic and French influenced New Orleans. The Cajun food is a delight that really deserves to be sampled, and if you are able to take the trip, it will be an experience you\’ll never forget.

These are just a few suggestions from the many places that I have been lucky enough to visit. If you do decide to go to any of them, I hope you have as great a time as I did.

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Spots To Think About For A Bachelor Party

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Just about every guy loves a good bachelor party. Few things are more enjoyable than a weekend to spend with your closest male friends one last time before the bachelor gets married.

Being his last weekend of freedom, the perfect location for his party must be found. For any trip, it is essential to try to create the perfect balance between entertainment, cost and convenience. And don\’t forget that this is not just any trip, it must be the trip of a lifetime.

I\’d like to offer up three less frequented possibilities that may spark your interest if you\’re planning the event now. These are great cities that don\’t pop up onto the radar as often, but you\’ll be sure to have a blast if you visit any one of them.

The first one I\’ll mention is Austin, Texas. This is a great destination for anyone living in the Western part of the country or the South, or even those on the East coast looking for a cheaper option than Las Vegas.

Not only does it have practical prices but also the money spent goes a long way with good weather and a pretty active nightlife and is a real alternative to Vegas.

My second choice is Montreal. This city has a subtle feel of Paris about it and if you haven\’t been before then you will definitely love it.

Nobody dislikes Montreal, it\’s just a great place to visit and could provide the difference your looking for with your bachelor party.

Lastly, Nashville has a lot more going on than most people realize. With incredible restaurants, a lively bar scene, and a lot more to do, the country music capital of the world may be worth a visit if you\’re looking to do something different.

Try any one of these cities if you\’re in need of bachelor party ideas. I have a feeling you\’ll like the unique things that each one of these destinations offers.

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The Most Exciting New York City Districts

Sunday, February 21st, 2010

Whether you are a resident or a visitor, everyone loves New York. The beauty and vibrancy are second to none, and Manhattan is everything you thought it would be, and so much more!

As a resident, the diversity of this fabulous borough is one of the things I love the most. I\’ve been out and about and seen as much as I can, but so wish I had the time to completely immerse myself in the wonders of this city, but sadly it\’s just too big.

These are my favorite parts of Manhattan, When you come to New York I want you see this wonderful city through my eyes, not through a tourist brochure. Trust me, you\’ll love it!

My first stop is the fabulous East Village. I visit this area regularly for the great bars and restaurants, try them out yourself.

Although primarily catering to those in the 20-30 age bracket, there is such an amazing selection of restaurants, bars, shops and lounges. They all nestling together in an area that can only be, at the most, one square mile. As you go further down, you enter the Lower East side, which is very like the East Village.

Patrons with more maturity tend to congregate in the coffee bars that are set amongst the trees on the sidewalks of the West Village. Chic clothes boutiques attract a classy clientele, yet the area retains the vibrancy that New York is famous for.

The Upper West side, which Central Park as its centrepiece combines natural beauty with everything else that Manhattan has to offer. It\’s a very attractive area that should be included in every trip to New York.

I hope I\’ve got across you what a great place Manhattan is, and that no trip to New York is complete without visiting this wonderful borough. Oh there\’s more, believe me, but that\’s enough for today!

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