The Gateway to America: Ellis Island
When taking a tour to he Statue of Liberty, make sure to stop at Ellis Island for a fascinating look at American History. The Grand Hall has a different view today than it did for new arrivals to the United States at the turn of the century.
Independence Day Fun Facts
Happy Independence Day to the United States. In honour of the big day we thought that we would share a couple of facts about the fourth of July, America’s most patriotic day of the year.
The Art of Learning at MOMA, NYC
Last summer we had the opportunity to travel for the first time to New York City where we used our City Pass to see the Museum of Modern Art.
Wall of Guitars, Snapshot Sunday
The Wall of guitars at the Hard Rock Cafe in New York City is the most memorable rock and roll display we have seen at any of the Hard Rocks around the world.
New York 9/11: A day to Remember
Today marks nine years since the towers came down in New York City. No event in my lifetime has had such an impact on the world, changing the way we live forever. While war still rages on and people are still dying today, let us pause and think of the innocent people all around the world that are affected by the actions of a small few. Let us hope that one day soon violence will not be the answer.
The World in Black and White: A Photostory
With the advent of digital cameras most people don’t really think of photographing in Black and White. Well I think people are missing out. If you look back over time you will see that some of the most striking and evoking photographs were taken in Black and White. It gives images a certain impact. Ansel Adams is a perfect example.
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tips
A person cannot go to New York for the first time and not go to the Statue of Liberty and we are no exception. We were hoping to wake up early and make our way down to the Battery Park early to book our tickets to enter the crown of the Statue of Liberty. Unfortunately, two weeks of hard travel had taken its toll and we slept in.
Dave and Deb Do New York City
People are always surprised to hear that Dave and I have never been to New York. It is only a 9-hour drive from Toronto and really, who hasn’t been to New York City? Yours Truly.We had always wondered what all the fuss was about. I mean, it is just a city right. That is why we never bothered to take the trip here. There are far more interesting places that we could go on earth. Boy, were we wrong.
New York Dining- Bring your Credit Card
There are some places you can afford to go as a budget traveler, for everything else there’s CREDIT CARDS! New York, we love you. You help to keep us skinny!
Travel Blog Exchange 2010
It is a week away from the 2010 Travel Blog Exchange in New York. We are looking forward to meeting some of our favourite bloggers and friends at these exciting event. But more importantly, we are looking forward to learning from some of the leading authorities in the travel blog community. We are currently at sea in Alaska, but we are already thinking about the questions that we are hoping to have answered at the conference. We won’t be able to make it until day two of the Travel Blog Exchange (TBEX) but luckily for us there is a great line up on Sunday the 27th.
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