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Celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving in Toronto (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-09-27 by tikichris

Canadian Thanksgiving takes place on the second Saturday of every October. This year the date falls on the 14th. Differences between the Canadian and American versions of the holiday are nuanced with both celebrations centering around a family feast of turkey with all the trimmings. Essentially, Canadian Thanksgiving is just a lot earlier and further north – but just as delicious! Continue reading →

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British Ceramics Biennial at Stoke-on-Trent (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-09-22 by tikichris

The British Ceramics Biennial returns this autumn to the English town of Stoke-on-Trent, the world capital of ceramics, with its biggest line-up to date. Set to run from Saturday the 28th of September to Sunday the 10th of November, the Biennial celebrates the best in contemporary ceramics and brings together 150 leading artists through a series of exhibitions, installations and events while drawing on the local area’s heritage and significance in the ceramics industry. Continue reading →

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Top Benjamin Franklin Sites in Philadelphia (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-09-19 by tikichris

With the newly renovated Benjamin Franklin Museum (formerly the Underground Museum at Franklin Court) having just reopened in late August, this autumn is an excellent time to explore the rich and historic legacy of Philadelphia’s most famous son: the one and only Benjamin Franklin. Continue reading →

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Popular Cake & Bake Show Returns to London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-09-13 by tikichris

The Cake & Bake Show – Britain’s biggest baking show, returns to London next month for a three day weekend filled with celebrity demos, live bake offs, skills classes, competitions and lots of opportunities to sample breads, cakes and other treats along with the chance to check out the latest and greatest baking and sugarcraft supplies. Who’s the 2013 Cake & Bake Show for? Pretty much anybody from the casual home nibbler to the fanciful pastry chef pro. Continue reading →

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Carnaby Style Night – London Shopping Event (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-09-08 by tikichris

The evening of Thursday the 12th of September will present an opportunity to experience one of London’s most iconic shopping districts with a “Style Night” focused on the best of men’s fashion and more. Continue reading →

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Get Ready for October in Miami (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-09-05 by tikichris

While much of the rest of the nation starts to bundle up and prepare for the coming cold, Miami heats things up with a fantastic month of events. Here’s a look at just a few excellent reason to visit Miami this October. Continue reading →

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Fine Dining at Quantus in Chiswick, West London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-09-01 by tikichris

Another great restaurant to add to my growing list of London’s best is Quantus. Offering an exquisite menu of modern European cuisine with a strong Latin influence and a wine list that’s inspired and rather Latin tinged as well, this local west London fine dining establishment is a great option for foodies foraging around West London in search of excellence. Service at this lovely little Chiswick local is formal and prompt yet exceptionally friendly, and the prices are a huge relief. Continue reading →

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Honolulu Food Blogs (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-08-29 by tikichris

As the capital of Hawaii and the state’s only city of any real size,Honolulu offers a dynamic dining scene unlike anywhere else in the world and comparable to cities much, much larger. Here are four great food blogs that should prove particularly handy for foodies traveling to Honolulu and keen for a taste of what makes it such a great place to eat. Continue reading →

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The Picture of Dorian Gray at “Dorian Gray’s Townhouse” in London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-08-25 by tikichris

Recently, I caught a performance of the Oscar Wilde classic The Picture of Dorian Gray. An immersive piece of theatre set in an actually lived-in Georgian townhouse, the play served as an excellent opportunity to enjoy a piece of great literature brought to life while getting to snoop around a bit in someone else’s home. If you’re planning to visit London before the end of September, this adaptation could prove a quirky and cultured item to your itinerary. Continue reading →

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Going for Asian in Paris (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-08-22 by tikichris

… it should not be overlooked that Paris is an exceptionally cosmopolitan place. Not only the capital of a prominent Western European nation, Paris is very much the center of the entire French speaking world. With such a distinction comes a lot of yummy treats from all corners of the planet. Not the least of which are the East Asian contributions to the Parisian dining scene. Continue reading →

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London to Host World’s First Contemporary African Art Fair This October (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-08-18 by tikichris

To be held during Frieze Week, the new fair will build on the growing popularity of contemporary African art and present a rare opportunity to explore the rapidly emerging African art market. From painting and sculpture to photography, 1:54 will … Continue reading →

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5 Fun Puerto Rico Blogs (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-08-15 by tikichris

Heading down to Puerto Rico for some Caribbean fun in the sun? Have a look at these five fine Puerto Rican blogs featuring local insight about what makes this friendly island such a great destination. Continue reading →

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5 Hot Miami Blogs (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-08-11 by tikichris

Whether you heading to Miami for the food, the culture or simply to bask in the sun, this city famously has something for everyone and is an excellent destination no matter what kind of vacation you have in mind. To help you make the most of your sizzling South Florida break, here’s a list of five Miami area blogs that are as fun to read as they are filled with useful tips.
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Bon Bini! Speak Papiamento on Aruba (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-08-09 by tikichris

Papiamento is the language of the Caribbean’s ABC islands (Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao). These three western-most islands of the Leeward Antilles (which means they’re outside the hurricane zone) are all part of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and boast a richly diverse heritage (even for the Caribbean) that’s unique unto itself. Continue reading →

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Summer Opening of Buckingham Palace + Special Coronation Exhibition (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-08-04 by tikichris

Buckingham Palace has now opened its State Rooms to visitors for the 2013 summer season. An annual occurrence, the opening presents a excellent opportunity to tour one of the world’s few royal palaces that’s still in use as a royal residence while taking in the grandeur and living history of Britain’s most famous home. Continue reading →

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5 Tasty Toronto Food Blogs (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-07-28 by tikichris

For a taste of what makes Toronto so delicious, check out this these five fanatically foodie blogs … Continue reading →

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Top Tips from San Diego’s Top Bloggers (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-07-26 by tikichris

San Diego is an awesome place to visit anytime of year with plenty of world class attractions, beaches and, of course, its famously fabulous blue skies and warm weather. But it’s not just the tourists who love this SOCAL city! San Diegans are an understandably proud bunch. Here’s a look at five of San Diego’s best blogs offering top tips with a local edge. Have fun! Continue reading →

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Air Europa Launches New Route Between London and Montevideo (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-07-21 by tikichris

Award-winning Latin American specialist airline, Air Europa, has launched a new route between London Gatwick and Aeropuerto de Carrasco in Montevideo, Uruguay. The route is serviced three times a week via Madrid-Barajas Airport and onboard an Airbus 330-200 aircraft with 299 passenger capacity including 24 business class seats. Continue reading →

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Celebrate New Orleans Cuisine This August with COOLinary (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-07-18 by tikichris

Entering its ninth year of celebrating one of America’s greatest dining scenes, COOLinary New Orleans returns to NOLA this August. During the entire month, diners can enjoy two and three course lunches for $20 and three course dinners for $35 or less. Continue reading →

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Meet Mighty Mo and More at Atlanta’s Fabulous Fox Theatre (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-07-11 by tikichris

Historic and cherished … and still packing ’em in, the “fabulous” Fox Theatre in Atlanta is a landmark of the Georgia capital and one of the state’s premiere venues for the best in cinema and live entertainment. Continue reading →

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Explore the Art of Tudor and Stuart Fashion at Buckingham Palace (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-07-07 by tikichris

In Fine Style: The Art of Tudor and Stuart Fashion, an exhibition currently running at The Queen’s Gallery inside Buckingham Palace shines an intriguing light on the fashionable follies and sartorial considerations of 16th and 17th century nobility. For visitors visiting London and keen to learn about Britain’s royal heritage and how one’s status was expressed and identified through what they wore, this excellent exhibition is well worth keeping in mind. Continue reading →

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Dublin: Beer, Wine and Joyce (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-07-04 by tikichris

Here are some highlights from a far too short but nonetheless fantastic weekend bumbling around Dublin. It’s an ideal city for just such urban meanders. My only regret was having to catch a flight back to London for work Monday morning. I could definitely spend lots more time strolling along the River Liffey and well beyond in search of the perfect Guinness … Continue reading →

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All Orlando’s Theme Parks (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-07-01 by tikichris

Obviously, there’s a lot to do in Orlando, Florida – especially if you love visiting theme parks! This family friendly vacation destination has got to be the theme park capital of world. Of course, everyone can name a few of the big ones, but can anybody name ’em all? Here’s your ultimate Greater Orlando area theme park cheat sheet. Whether you use it as a wish list, bucket list or for a road trip round of travel trivia is up to you. Have fun! Continue reading →

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Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera’s Mexico City (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-06-27 by tikichris

Here’s a list of the best places to view art by Kahlo and Rivera as well as where to find out more about the life they shared together … Read the complete post at the OneTravel blog.

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Celebrate the Fourth of July in San Francisco (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-06-23 by tikichris

The Fourth of July is all about enjoying a long weekend of summer fun and celebrating American independence with family and friends. And where better to make the most of this special occasion than San Francisco? A terrific place to visit any time of year, the City by the Bay pulls out all the stops for Uncle Sam’s birthday. Continue reading →

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Go on a Blind Date at the Charing Cross Theatre, London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-06-20 by tikichris

Direct from New York for a limited run at London’s Charing Cross Theatre is Blind Date starring Canadian comedienne Rebecca Northan as Mimi, a “lovable minx of a Parisian clown.” Continue reading →

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Miami Club Rum: Miami’s First Rum Distillery (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-06-13 by tikichris

Miami Club Rum, a premium rum made and produced in Miami has just launched early this year and is already the toast of the town, gaining fans and garnering awards by the shot. The Miami Club business might be new but founder Matt Malone went on five generations of his family’s involvement producing rum in Puerto Rico, going back in time to 1911. Adhering to tradition seems to be going well for Malone. His white rum recently won a gold medal for “Best Platinum Rum in the World” at the recently held 2013 San Francisco World Spirits Competition. Continue reading →

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Mozzarella and the City: Where to Get the Good Stuff in London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-06-10 by tikichris

Mozzarella di Buffalo (buffalo milk mozzarella) has become something of a celebrated cheese in London lately with new mozzarella bars opening and fine dining establishments featuring it prominently on their menus. A good number of quality delis, pizzerias and restaurants around town now carry the proper white stuff. Here’s a look at a few of the best. Continue reading →

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Intercontinental Resort Tahiti (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-06-06 by tikichris

Despite its lagoon side setting spread across 23 verdant and attractively landscaped acres, this four star resort is but a few minutes’ drive from Faa’a International Airport and only a couple or so minutes further from the relative bustle of downtown Pape’ete. Coming from pretty much anywhere except possibly sailing from another nearby island, odds are you’ll pass through Faa’a, making the Intercontinental a smart and hassle free option. Continue reading →

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London’s Best Department Stores (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-06-05 by tikichris

Some of the biggest, glitziest and most celebrated department stores in the world call London home. Here’s a list of the best of the best, some of which are major tourist destinations in and of themselves … Continue reading →

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New Dallas Museum of Art Exhibition Honors JFK (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-06-02 by tikichris

Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the Dallas Museum of Art brings together the works of art installed in the president’s suite at the Hotel Texas during his fateful trip in 1963. The original installation, orchestrated by a small group of Fort Worth art collectors, was created especially for the president and first lady to celebrate their overnight visit to the city and included paintings by Vincent van Gogh, Thomas Eakins, Lyonel Feininger, Franz Kline, and Marsden Hartley as well as sculptures by Pablo Picasso and Henry Moore and more. Continue reading →

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Pinta: The Modern & Contemporary Latin American Art Show in London (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-05-26 by tikichris

Showcasing the best Modern and Contemporary Art from Latin America, Spain and Portugal, the Pinta art fair returns to London for a fourth year this June. The show is the only art event dedicated to Latin American Art providing a unique platform in Europe to exhibit and promote Latin American art. New to the fair this year is the inclusion of artists and galleries from Spain and Portugal as an effort to reflect these two countries’ influence on Latin identity. Continue reading →

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A Few Top Tips for Tahiti (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-05-23 by tikichris

Io rana! I’m just back from spending a week and a half in French Polynesia. Tahiti and her islands are gorgeous – and definitely live up to all the hype! That said – and no matter where you’re coming from – this South Pacific archipelago isn’t somewhere you simply hop over to for the weekend. To make the most out of your time in paradise, here are a few top tips so you won’t have to hit the ground running but instead can assuredly stroll along in leisurely style to the beach. Continue reading →

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Best of Italy’s Summer Music Festivals (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-05-19 by tikichris

Summer vacation in Italy? That’s music to everbody’s ears – no matter what type of tunes you like to listen to. From sacred music to jive, from Puccini to Diana Krall, There’s a wonderful range of summer music festivals scheduled across Italy catering to all tastes and budgets. Here’s a look at just a few of the many. Continue reading →

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Taste of London Celebrates 10th Anniversary (OneTravel)

Posted on 2013-05-13 by tikichris

The perennially popular Taste of London restaurant festival marks its tenth anniversary this summer with its biggest and best line up to date. Read my complete post at the OneTravel blog.

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