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New West End Play Brings Hemingway Novel to the London Stage (OneTravel)
As you might expect, Helfrect couldn’t cram every page – or even many characters – onto the stage for her adaptation. Still, Fiesta stays true to the spirit of Hemingway’s first novel. In particular, the language is economic and punchy, resulting in a compelling and enjoyable play that shouldn’t leave many ardent Hemingway fans hankering for more. Set design (Rachel Noel) is equally restrained yet effective with key elements of the story honed to accentuate the dialogue and decisions of the characters. Continue reading
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Top Tips for Visiting the Vatican Museums (OneTravel)
A top attraction by any account, paying a visit to the Vatican Museums doesn’t come without some effort. Here are a few tips for making the most of your visit and avoiding any undue hassle. Continue reading
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Tagged Art, holy see, Italy, OneTravel, roma, rome, st peter's basilica, the vatican, Travel, vatican museums
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Volare con Vino on Your Flight Back from Rome (CheapOair)
But what do you do when you want to take a bottle of the good stuff back home with you on your flight? Packing glass bottles containing liquid in your check in luggage can be messy – especially if the … Continue reading
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Tagged air travel, airports, cheapoair, duty free, duty free shopping, fiumicino, Fiumicino Airport, good buy roma, italian wine, Italy, Leonardo da Vinci International Airport, roma, rome, Shopping, Travel, wine
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For a Crash Course in Wow, Visit Rome’s Galleria Borghese (OneTravel)
The gallery is home to one of the largest – and arguably most valuable – private collections of art in the world. Consisting of paintings, sculpture and antiquities, the Borghese collection began with acquisitions by Cardinal Scipione Borghese, an avid art aficionado and a bit of a dandy, while his uncle Pope Paul V was head of the Vatican (1605 to 1621). It includes important works (and lots of them) by Caravaggio, Bernini, Botticelli, Titian and plenty more. Continue reading
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Photo Story: Tsukiji Market, Tokyo (Urban Travel Blog)
With 23,000 square metres chocked full of wholesalers peddling more than 400 species of edible marine life, Tsukiji is not only the busiest market in Tokyo but the biggest fish and seafood market in the world. Sightseers are certainly welcome, but catering to tourism seems to be the last concern for folks working here. Don’t wear your favourite open-toed shoes. And, unless your Japanese language skills are impeccable, strongly consider going with a guide. Continue reading
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Tagged fish market, japan, japanese food, PHOTO STORY, Photography, seafood, shinto shrine, sushi, tokyo, Tsukiji, Tsukiji Market., urban travel blog
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Bruce Nauman + Eva Hesse at Hauser & Wirth London (OneTravel)
Two exhibitions of equal provocation and weight have opened recently at the Hauser & Wirth gallery in London. Featuring works by a couple of contemporary art’s biggest names, Bruce Nauman and Eva Hesse, the shows offers an excellent way to experience art that allows viewers to question assumptions of connection and relationship with the outside world and how the slightest tweaks in perception can gloriously mess with the mind for the meaningful and enriching outcomes. Continue reading
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Volpetti, a Truffle Lover’s Salumeria in Rome (CDCLifestyle)
Volpetti is a lovely family owned salumeria specialising in all things tartufi alongside a quality assortment of cured meats, home made pastas and all sorts of other Italian delicacies. Here you’ll find a gorgeous selection of freshly prepared dishes here as well and a deli counter stacked high with freshly baked pizza slices, calzones and panini as well as an array of potential gifts for all your gourmet friends back home. Continue reading
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Tagged CDCLifestyle, cheese, comte des cierges, deli, Food, italian food, Italy, roma, rome, salami, salumeria, Shopping, tartufi, tartufo, Travel, truffles, volpetti
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Where to See Snowdrops in England (CheapOair)
Spring might not be here yet, but it’s not too far off. Here in England, one telltale sign that warmer weather and longer days are on the way is when the first snowdrops of the year appear. Snowdrops are small … Continue reading
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Rock ‘n’ Roll Photos at Quaglino’s Restaurant in London (CheapOair)
Adding to the rock ‘n’ roll glamour of the show, a special range of cocktails has been created by Quaglino’s bar manager, Michal Zawerbny. Priced at £15 (about $23) for two, you can choose a Rock ‘n’ Roll or a Jimi’s Choice to enjoy while viewing the photography. Continue reading
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Dan Witz: Prisoners 2012 – 2013 at Lazarides Gallery in London (OneTravel)
New York based street artist, Dan Witz, has an amazing show on at the moment at Central London’s Lazarides Rathbone gallery. I’ve been following Dan’s work for awhile and was stoked to see he was coming back to the UK for a solo show after a London hiatus of a few years. Continue reading
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London’s Chinatown Around the Edges (OneTravel)
London’s annual Chinese New Year parade will slither its way through Chinatown on Sunday the 10th of February. Obviously, going out for Chinese cuisine on that day would make a lot of sense … if you’re patient or have the luxury of planning ahead and making a reservation. However, if you find yourself burnt out on Chinese food or still wishing to enjoy the Chinatown festivities without having to endure the crowds, it’s worth noting there’s a lot more on offer in this area than dumplings and Peking duck. Continue reading
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Posted in Beer, Drink, Food, London, Movies, OneTravel, Pubs, Restaurants, Travel
Tagged beer, C & R Cafe Restaurant, chinatown, chinese new year, chinese new year parade, De Hems Dutch Cafe Bar, Drink, dutch bar, dutch beer, Food, irish pub, laksa, London, malaysian food, prince charles cinema, pubs, W1, Waxy O'Connor's, WC2, year of the snake
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Sponsored Video: Visit Wales 2013
I had a wonderful time visting Wales back in the fall. It was one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been actually. Would love to go back – and chat about that possibility with Kemey all the time. So, I’m happy to publish this video promoting the good things about visiting such a lovely corner of the world. Hopefully, the next time I write about Wales I’ll be sharing stories from more adventures had there. Continue reading
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Four Sweet Eateries for Edinburgh Lovers (CheapOair)
Lovebirds looking for a romantic restaurant in Edinburgh for Valentine’s Day are spoilt for choice. That is if they act fast to make a reservation. There are plenty of great places to enjoy a delicious meal in an intimate and elegant setting. Here’s a list of four brilliant Edinburgh eateries to visit with your sweetheart. Continue reading
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Tagged cheapoair, dubh prais, edinburgh, Food, martin wishart, Mimi's Bakehouse, restaurants, scotland, the honours, the witchery, Travel, Valentine's Day
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Four Great Restaurants for Celebrating Chinese New Year in London (CheapOair)
Whether you’re on a tight budget or have one that you’re hankering to blow in grand style, London is home to a range of Chinese restaurants for every wallet and taste. Continue reading
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Pizza Cut Romana Style (OneTravel)
Finding a place that serves this humble delicacy isn’t hard to do. As you might imagine, there are a plenty of pizzerias in Rome. Most of them make more than decent pizza that’s certainly worth spending a few euros on as a snack. But it’s always worth evaluating what’s on offer. Continue reading
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Tagged 00100, da michele, Erzinio Store, Food, Il Kaffettone, Il Kaffettone e Pizzeria, italian cuisine, italian food, Italy, La Focaccina di Serafina, OneTravel, pizza, pizza taglio, pizzerias, roma, rome, street food, Travel, volpetti
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Best Macarons in London? Pierre Hermé. (OneTravel)
Luckily for the sophisticated sweet tooth in London, there are two venues offering the opportunity to purchase Pierre Hermé’s macarons. There’s his own boutique in ultra upscale Belgravia as well as a concession on the ground floor of the world famous department store, Selfridges. His few other boutiques are dotted here and there in Japan, the Emirates and, of course, throughout France. Continue reading
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Tagged BELGRAVIA, confectionary, Food, les jardins 2013, London, macaron, macarons, macaroons, OneTravel, pastry, patisserie, pâtissier, pâtissier-confectioneur, piere herme, pierre herme les jardins, pierre herme paris, review, selfridges, SW1X 9EX, Travel, Valentine's Day, valentine's gift ideas
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British Airways “Perfect Days” App and the Eternal City (Urban Travel Blog)
The gist of my brief Roman holiday was pretty basic: eat a lot of pizza, walk around all over the place and brush up on my street photography. And, in that sense, the day was indeed a perfect one for me. Continue reading
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Getting Around in Rome, Italy (CheapOair)
All roads may lead there, but that doesn’t mean Rome is the most straightforward place to get around once you’ve arrived. Of course, with tiny cobblestoned lanes leading to picture perfect piazzas contrasting with grand avenues guiding you to monument after monument, … Continue reading
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Craft Beer Festival at the Old Truman Brewery, London (CheapOair)
Craft Beer Rising is a new festival featuring an impressive lineup of great beer, street food and music that’s coming to East London the last weekend of February. Read my complete preview at the CheapOair blog.
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Tagged beer, beer festival, cheapoair, CRAFT BEER, craft beer rising, Drink, east london, London, London and tagged ale, old truman brewery, REAL ALE, Travel
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Blue Monday Hugs with Greek Sunkissers + Win a Free Trip to Rodos
There’s a Facebook competition running now until the end of February encouraging Brits to help spread the sunshine. The winners will be flown to Rhodes by EasyJet for a week of luxury. For your chance to win, visit the Rhodes Facebook page: facebook.com/Rodosisland. Good luck! Continue reading
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Rome’s Tartufo Wonderland: Volpetti (OneTravel)
Like truffles? You’ll love Volpetti! And no, I don’t mean the little chocolaty bonbon kind of truffles, rather the earthy, mushroom-y kind. However, if you happen to like chocolaty Italian treats you should still probably keep reading as this lovely … Continue reading
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London’s Finest Chocolate (OneTravel)
… the proof is truly in the truffle. Here’s a cream-of-the-crop list of some of London’s finest of the fine chocolate shop offerings. And just in time for Valentine’s Day too! Read my complete post at the OneTravel blog.
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Wat Pho: Bangkok’s Temple of the Reclining Buddha (CheapOair)
Wat Pho is one of the largest and oldest temples in Bangkok and home to the city’s beloved, Reclining Buddha. The expansive grounds of the temple complex – with thousands of Buddhas on display, a working monastery and one of Thailand’s best … Continue reading
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Tagged bangkok, buddha, buddhist, buddist temple, cheapoair, massage, reclining buddha, thai massage, thailland, Travel, wat pho
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New View from Western Europe’s Tallest Building: The Shard (OneTravel)
Opening February 1st atop this new skyscraper, the View from The Shard will offer a new perspective of the London skyline. The overall experience promises to impress, from the interactive and quirky features on the ground floor all the way up … Continue reading
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Four Fine Dines for London Valentines (CheapOair)
Here are four tried and true safe bet restaurants in central London that I think have the right mix of food and drink, ambiance and service for a memorable night out with that special someone in your life. Read my … Continue reading
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Tagged cheapoair, clos maggiore, dating, Food, french restaurants, le cercle, London, london's most romantic restaurants, MORGAN M, restaurant reviews, restaurants, review, romantic restaurants, theo randall, Travel, Valentine's Day
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A Guide to the Different Regions of England (CheapOair)
Whether you’re seeking the bright lights of big city nights, a solitary hike across desolate moors, a quiet stay in a quaint village or a combination of something somewhere in between, here’s a brief rundown of England’s nine regions to … Continue reading
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Friday Late at the Victoria & Albert Museum (OneTravel)
An especially smart time to visit the museum is during the evening of the late Friday of each month (excluding December) for free activities and exhibition entry lasting until 10 p.m. and based around a central design theme. The next … Continue reading
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DRINK UP: 2012 Cambridge Beer Festival (CheapOair)
One of the more vibrant parts of the UK for CAMRA activity is the Cambridge area, home of the Cambridge Beer Festival. The next Cambridge fest will be CAMRA’s 17th Cambridge Winter Ale Festival later this month. Read my complete … Continue reading
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Bibigo: Fresh and Healthy Korean Cuisine in London (OneTravel)
Braised short ribs with daikon, shallots, pine nuts? Pork belly with ginger, spring onion and pine nuts? Oh yeah. Bibigo will see me again (and probably a few more times again after that). Read my complete post at the OneTravel … Continue reading
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The Perfect Kyoto Souvenir: A Tenugui from Eirakuya (OneTravel)
A bit kitsch, but tenugui are gorgeous items for the kitchen and provide nice reminders of that special trip to Japan. They’re light weight and can be packed with ease. Read my complete post at the OneTravel blog.
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Contemporary Masterpieces on View in Edinburgh (CheapOair)
From Death To Death And Other Small Tales: Masterpieces from the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art and the D.Daskalopoulos Collection … brings together works from the D.Daskalopoulos Collection, one of the most important collections of contemporary art, with a number … Continue reading
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My Best of 2012 on CheapOair (CheapOair)
From Miami to Burgundy and all sorts of excellent destinations in between, I had a blast blogging for CheapOair this past year. As 2012 draws to a close, I thought now would be a great time to highlight five of … Continue reading
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Tagged America, burgundy, CUBAN SANDWICH, cubano, edinburgh, Food, forida, france, hiking, leith, London, lucian freud, MIAMI, MIAMI BEACH, museums, national portrait gallery, pembrokeshire, restaurants, scotland, Travel, USA, wales, wine
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Visit Kyoto’s Amazing Food Market: Nishiki (OneTravel)
Known as Kyoto‘s kitchen, people have been buying and selling food and food related items in Kyoto’s Nishiki Market since the 1300s. A stroll through this mile long, covered food market is a must for gourmets, history buffs or anybody who … Continue reading
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Tagged food markets, japan, japanese food, kyoto, nishiki, nishiki market, OneTravel
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Best Ice Skating Rinks in London (CheapOair)
There are lots of great opportunities in London to glide right through this holiday season and well into the New Year. Here’s a list of the best rinks in town. Read my complete post at the CheapOair blog.
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Visit the Mountain Resort of Hakone, Japan (OneTravel)
Whether as a destination to be thoroughly explored over a few weeks or one to consider for a relaxing weekender or quickie day trip from Toyko, Hakone represents an accessible opportunity to see another side of Japanese culture beyond the … Continue reading
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Tagged day trip, fuji, Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park, hakone, hakone free pass, Hakone Freepass, hot springs, japan, Lake Ashinoko, miso, mount fuji, mountains, mt fuji, OneTravel, Owakudani, ryokan, tokyo, traditional japanese baths
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