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Important new changes on the 'memberships', new system, etc

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « March 4th, 2021, 8:12 pm
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by Todd F r e n c h » March 4th, 2021, 8:12 pm » in Wine Talk

After months of research, I've finally installed a new system that allows those who choose one of our 'membership' options (Grand Cru Crü, Monopole...

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Wine Shop Recommendations - Local

Last post by Greg McClellan « February 4th, 2021, 6:35 pm
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by M. M c C a l l » April 21st, 2009, 5:22 pm
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When I travel, I always want to know two things: what's the BYO policy, and where can I stop in to pick up a nice bottle of wine?

Please use this...
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Last post by Greg McClellan
February 4th, 2021, 6:35 pm
2021 Travel

Last post by C. Mc Cart « April 13th, 2021, 5:15 pm
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by M.Kaplan » March 31st, 2021, 11:25 am

Some people live to eat, others eat to live; some work to live, others live to work. I live and work to travel, like many of us who participate on...

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April 13th, 2021, 5:15 pm
St Pete / Tampa Recs

Last post by Barry L i p t o n « April 13th, 2021, 2:59 pm
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by ClarkstonMark » January 31st, 2021, 3:34 pm

Need a rec (besides the obvious Bern's which is booked) for a date type restaurant in St Pete or Tampa.
Staying in St Pete, but will have car....

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Last post by Barry L i p t o n
April 13th, 2021, 2:59 pm
Walla Walla Restaurants

Last post by M Mager « April 12th, 2021, 9:02 pm
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by Ron Slye » March 31st, 2021, 1:25 pm

It looks like we are taking a trip there this summer. We know and love Saffron and Brasserie Four, but also know that there are some new things in...

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Last post by M Mager
April 12th, 2021, 9:02 pm
Sonoma County Winery/Restaurant Suggestions?

Last post by Jeff Twersky « April 9th, 2021, 9:06 pm
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by Jeff Twersky » March 25th, 2021, 12:59 pm

We'll be in Sebastopol at the end of April. It has been more years than I want to admit and I assume that newer wineries and restaurants have popped...

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Last post by Jeff Twersky
April 9th, 2021, 9:06 pm
Splurge long weekend in Napa/Sonoma

Last post by Alex Valdes « April 9th, 2021, 5:11 pm
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by AndyS » April 7th, 2021, 5:27 pm

My friend is celebrating her 40th in June and wants to go to wine country. I’ve been asked to plan it. Looking for any and all tips for a celebratory...

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Last post by Alex Valdes
April 9th, 2021, 5:11 pm
Miami Beach Dining

Last post by ybarselah « April 9th, 2021, 10:53 am
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by Brian P » February 25th, 2020, 8:02 am

I'll be hosting a dinner for about 10 visitors to Miami in late March. Is there a restaurant on South Beach, or perhaps across the causeway close to...

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Last post by ybarselah
April 9th, 2021, 10:53 am
Walla Walla wineries to visit ?

Last post by Jared Wagner « April 9th, 2021, 10:32 am
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by Peter W# » March 24th, 2021, 1:18 pm

Hello, we will be visiting Walla Walla in early August for a couple days and want to visit some quality wineries. Sadly it seems Leonetti and Cayuse...

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Last post by Jared Wagner
April 9th, 2021, 10:32 am
Chicago--where to eat near JW Mariott

Last post by Siun o'Connell « April 5th, 2021, 5:35 pm
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by Jim Friedman » March 18th, 2021, 7:38 am

In 2 weeks we are going to Chicago for a few days just to go somewhere. My wife and I have been vaccinated.
We'll go to the Art Institute of...

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Last post by Siun o'Connell
April 5th, 2021, 5:35 pm
Best spot for 2-3 days Napa (lodging) in April

Last post by Michael_D « April 5th, 2021, 11:08 am
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by mike pobega » March 14th, 2021, 2:44 pm

A buddy is going in April and asked me. I am clueless as it's been some time.
Thanks

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Last post by Michael_D
April 5th, 2021, 11:08 am
Summer trip to the Mountains/West

Last post by Paul McCourt « April 5th, 2021, 9:54 am
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by Ethan Abraham » March 31st, 2021, 6:45 pm

After a year of being cooped up like everyone else, I want to get my family out to the mountains. Seems like the two major options are...

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Last post by Paul McCourt
April 5th, 2021, 9:54 am
Aruba: Suggestions for Restaurants etc.

Last post by Jim Friedman « April 5th, 2021, 2:25 am
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by Steve Manzi » June 12th, 2009, 3:57 pm
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We have been to Aruba a few times, and are headed there in July. We stay at the Radisson and love the laid back feeling there. Only vacation I can...
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Last post by Jim Friedman
April 5th, 2021, 2:25 am
Portland, Maine (2021)

Last post by Robert Dentice « April 4th, 2021, 4:08 pm
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by Robert Dentice » March 30th, 2021, 9:52 am

Any suggestions for Portland, Maine? Seems Drifters Wife and Vinland have both closed.

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Last post by Robert Dentice
April 4th, 2021, 4:08 pm
7 hour layover in Joberg

Last post by Casey Hartlip « April 3rd, 2021, 6:14 am
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by Casey Hartlip » March 31st, 2021, 8:03 pm

We once had a very long wait in Capetown and left our bags with a security company. Went down to the waterfront and walked around. Had a wonderful 2...

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Last post by Casey Hartlip
April 3rd, 2021, 6:14 am
Carmel Valley & Carmel Village Tastings

Last post by JViolini « April 2nd, 2021, 5:09 pm
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by Rob Igel » March 30th, 2021, 7:59 pm

My wife and I are planning a last-minute getaway to the Carmel Valley this Sunday-Tuesday (Apr. 4-6). We've been to the Carmel region a few times,...

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Last post by JViolini
April 2nd, 2021, 5:09 pm
Pittsburgh--hotel/restaurants/interesting places?

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « April 2nd, 2021, 12:46 pm
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by Jim Friedman » March 24th, 2021, 5:13 am

We are going to Pittsburgh soon to meet friends for the weekend. We'll go to the Carnegie art museum but have no other plans. Any hotel,restaurant,...

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
April 2nd, 2021, 12:46 pm
Vacation Clubs (HGVC)?

Last post by Jim Brennan « April 2nd, 2021, 11:15 am
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by Jim Brennan » April 1st, 2021, 1:59 pm

Worth it? Yes/no/yes but...? Surprised I couldn't find a thread on this.

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Last post by Jim Brennan
April 2nd, 2021, 11:15 am
Charleston, SC recs

Last post by James Lyon « April 1st, 2021, 9:09 pm
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by Tom Chen » June 1st, 2020, 11:43 am

Looks like we are keeping our family vacation to South Carolina June 20-27, arriving Saturday night at Charleston and staying at French Quarter Inn...

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Last post by James Lyon
April 1st, 2021, 9:09 pm
Has anyone been to Hawaii lately?

Last post by Jim Brennan « April 1st, 2021, 5:22 pm
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by David Kaufman » January 20th, 2021, 6:58 am

Was supposed to take the family to Maui for Spring Break last March and called it off last minute due to COVID explosion and the uncertainty at the...

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Last post by Jim Brennan
April 1st, 2021, 5:22 pm
Okanagan Valley Advice Needed

Last post by Marshall Manning « April 1st, 2021, 9:04 am
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by KenKrawford » January 14th, 2015, 3:23 am

We're planning a trip out west and will have a couple of days to spend in the Okanagan Valley area. I'm researching places to stay, places to eat and...

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Last post by Marshall Manning
April 1st, 2021, 9:04 am
Maui (on 1 leg)??

Last post by David Baum « March 31st, 2021, 10:21 pm
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by ericskitei » March 28th, 2021, 9:23 pm

Leave for Maui next weekend, but unfortunately I tore up my ankle last week and now in a walking boot.

Had some great things planned including...

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Last post by David Baum
March 31st, 2021, 10:21 pm
Traverse City and surrounding area tips?

Last post by J Bateman « March 30th, 2021, 6:13 pm
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by Blake Brown » June 20th, 2017, 1:00 pm

I have been venturing to a family cottage on Crystal Lake once a yearner decades . It seems I discover something new or changed every year. Any...

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Last post by J Bateman
March 30th, 2021, 6:13 pm
Herbfarm? Woodinville WA

Last post by Michael_D « March 29th, 2021, 11:26 am
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by Mattstolz » February 15th, 2021, 9:33 am

This place came up in some random wine-searcher searches and I started exploring the list that they have for sale. Is this place legit? If so, how do...

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Last post by Michael_D
March 29th, 2021, 11:26 am
Favorite Travel Organizer App?

Last post by MickH « March 29th, 2021, 1:02 am
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by Jeremy C » March 30th, 2018, 9:13 pm

Have used TripIt for years, but wanted to check and see if superior alternatives were out there.

Thanks in advance.

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Last post by MickH
March 29th, 2021, 1:02 am
Early June Atlantic beach vac recs

Last post by Albert R « March 28th, 2021, 6:47 am
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by jan.brekke » January 27th, 2021, 2:33 pm

Greetings,

We are planning a family trip to celebrate our youngest's high school graduation. We had a nice trip to Costa Rica planned out, but are...

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Last post by Albert R
March 28th, 2021, 6:47 am
Europe Travel - Safe?

Last post by Paul @bbott « March 28th, 2021, 1:29 am
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by Tom Moore » March 23rd, 2016, 7:56 pm
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Leaving on Monday, 3/28 for Paris, Sicily, Tuscany. Any thoughts on the current state of affairs besides the obvious ones? Obviously everyone is on...
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Last post by Paul @bbott
March 28th, 2021, 1:29 am
Clearwater/Madeira beach wine scene.

Last post by F.Daner « March 27th, 2021, 1:24 pm
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by J. Migone » March 23rd, 2021, 3:34 am

Going down for a week and trying to find out if there are any good wine bars in the area. I know about Bern's and Salt Rock, but are there any other...

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Last post by F.Daner
March 27th, 2021, 1:24 pm
Thoughts on NorCal to Portland?

Last post by cmodica « March 24th, 2021, 6:52 pm
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by Eric Z. » March 3rd, 2021, 10:21 am

Hi there

My wife and I are looking at a potential trip this fall. We were thinking of flying into SF and then either spending 5-6 days around SF,...

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Last post by cmodica
March 24th, 2021, 6:52 pm
Planning a Fall New England Trip

Last post by Andrew Kotowski « March 23rd, 2021, 12:36 pm
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by Doug Uno » October 8th, 2020, 9:23 pm

My wife and I are planning a trip next year to see the Fall colors. So many questions, when is the best time to visit if we want to see the Fall...

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Last post by Andrew Kotowski
March 23rd, 2021, 12:36 pm
Naples, Fla area restaurants?

Last post by Shawn Morrison « March 18th, 2021, 12:44 pm
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by Pasquale De Marco » December 3rd, 2020, 5:25 am

Will be in the Naples, Fla. area for a while.
Any restaurant recommendations, especially BYO or reasonable corkage.
Thanks in advance.
Pat

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Last post by Shawn Morrison
March 18th, 2021, 12:44 pm
Chandler/Tempe dining recs

Last post by jan.brekke « March 17th, 2021, 8:11 am
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by jan.brekke » February 28th, 2021, 12:21 pm

Will be staying at Sheraton Wild Horse Pass in a week or so, visiting my parents in Chandler. We all received our 2nd vaccine, so ready to finally...

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Last post by jan.brekke
March 17th, 2021, 8:11 am
Wiener’s Circle Bar

Last post by Victor Hong « March 15th, 2021, 6:32 pm
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by David K o l i n » March 15th, 2021, 5:46 pm

The Wiener’s Circle is going to have a bar when it reopens. Just what we need - more alcohol at the WC.

If you have 10 minutes, check out the...

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Last post by Victor Hong
March 15th, 2021, 6:32 pm
Singapore, Vietnam, China, and Japan recommendations

Last post by Marshall Gelb « March 9th, 2021, 3:18 pm
Replies: 18
by Tom.Cole » January 4th, 2012, 7:56 am

My wife and I will be going on a cruise from Singapore to Tokyo this April. We will be taking shore excursions arranged by the cruiseline for all the...

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Last post by Marshall Gelb
March 9th, 2021, 3:18 pm
Best park and fly from SFO?

Last post by Casey Hartlip « March 8th, 2021, 7:44 pm
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by Casey Hartlip » February 10th, 2021, 8:07 am

I've got a two week trip coming up in May that leaves SF at 7:15 am. I'm too far from the airport to drive down that morning. Looking for hotel near...

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Last post by Casey Hartlip
March 8th, 2021, 7:44 pm
DC Restaurants

Last post by Anthony C « March 8th, 2021, 7:21 am
Replies: 14
by Milton Hudson » June 22nd, 2020, 6:08 am

My son is helping a friend move from Birmingham to the district in a week or so. They want to hit some nicer low key spots. Any recommendations of...

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Last post by Anthony C
March 8th, 2021, 7:21 am
Napa Restaurants Open for Business?

Last post by Eugene Bayani « March 3rd, 2021, 11:04 pm
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by K Kl@dder » March 3rd, 2021, 11:42 am

Hi, thinking of a quick trip to Napa in the next couple of weeks. I know wineries are doing outside tastings only, are most restaurants open for...

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Last post by Eugene Bayani
March 3rd, 2021, 11:04 pm
New York City hotels

Last post by Paul Jaouen « February 28th, 2021, 7:15 am
Replies: 35
by Neal.Mollen » February 23rd, 2020, 6:57 pm

Anyone have particular favorite Manhattan hotels? Looking for something reasonably priced (but not bare bones). Flexible in terms of location,...

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Last post by Paul Jaouen
February 28th, 2021, 7:15 am
Dining room at Jing Fong to close

Last post by Mike Reff « February 20th, 2021, 9:31 am
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by Mike Reff » February 19th, 2021, 5:10 pm

Victim of the pandemic of 2020-2021. Had some great offlines here

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Last post by Mike Reff
February 20th, 2021, 9:31 am
Caribbean recommendations?

Last post by mike pobega « February 18th, 2021, 2:31 am
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by Brad S c h i e r » January 10th, 2020, 7:43 pm

So kids will be at camp again this year and looking for place to go within Marriott Bonvoy family for a week in summer with just my wife. Last three...

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Last post by mike pobega
February 18th, 2021, 2:31 am
The new Carrieres de Lumieres show is Van Gogh

Last post by M.Kaplan « February 11th, 2021, 2:26 pm
Replies: 31
by mark meyer » April 3rd, 2019, 8:46 pm

we saw a different show 2 yrs ago but if near St Remy/Les Baux I highly recommend you find a couple hours to see
this new Van Gogh show in the...

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Last post by M.Kaplan
February 11th, 2021, 2:26 pm
Chicago: Drake or Conrad?

Last post by George Hejna « February 7th, 2021, 7:29 am
Replies: 7
by leslie renaud » January 25th, 2021, 12:08 pm

I have a bunch of Hilton points burning a hole in my pocket. Trying to decide between the two for a four night vacation in late spring.

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Last post by George Hejna
February 7th, 2021, 7:29 am
Road to Hana

Last post by T&om c&lement « February 4th, 2021, 4:42 pm
Replies: 34
by David Kaufman » February 26th, 2020, 12:25 pm

Headed to Maui in a couple weeks with the family (kids are 6 and 8). Road to Hana is on the agenda, but curious what the can’t-miss stops are on the...

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Last post by T&om c&lement
February 4th, 2021, 4:42 pm
Rao's NYC Now Offering Takeout

Last post by Joe W i n o g r a d « January 28th, 2021, 8:00 am
Replies: 19
by Steve L Gellman » August 16th, 2020, 4:14 am

Still can't get a table but...

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Last post by Joe W i n o g r a d
January 28th, 2021, 8:00 am
Savannah restaurant recs

Last post by Dennis Atick « January 27th, 2021, 4:01 am
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by Philip Ente » February 14th, 2011, 12:02 pm

Will be there in March.
The 2 names I hear are the Olde Pink House (but seems kinda touristy) and Elizabeth Inn.

Any opinions? other recs?

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Last post by Dennis Atick
January 27th, 2021, 4:01 am
What is top frequent flyer status really worth?

Last post by Adam Frisch « January 26th, 2021, 1:08 am
Replies: 45
by Sarah Kirschbaum » May 3rd, 2019, 12:24 pm

I find myself in a funny situation this year. I was laid off my job, which involved frequent travel, a month ago and don't expect to start a new one...

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Last post by Adam Frisch
January 26th, 2021, 1:08 am
Fingers crossed. Booked 15 days in Italy for September 2021

Last post by Jay Rohela « January 25th, 2021, 3:18 pm
Replies: 10
by mike pobega » January 13th, 2021, 5:37 pm

After my last trip fizzed due to covid, I have resumed a plan once again.
15 days in Rome as my 'base' and side trip up and down. The first one is...

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Last post by Jay Rohela
January 25th, 2021, 3:18 pm
Help Planning Road Trip From Provence to Paris

Last post by JeremyR « January 25th, 2021, 3:51 am
Replies: 15
by JeremyR » January 17th, 2021, 5:15 am

I'm under no illusions that the world will go back to normal anytime soon but I'm REALLY hoping maybe this summer there might be a little flexibility...

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Last post by JeremyR
January 25th, 2021, 3:51 am
Wineries for a wedding

Last post by Jay Rohela « January 24th, 2021, 1:06 pm
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by C. Keller » September 23rd, 2018, 9:04 am

Does anyone recommend any venues for a wedding? My brother just got engaged and is planning to have it somewhere in the wine country.

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Last post by Jay Rohela
January 24th, 2021, 1:06 pm
Visiting Willamette wine region in October

Last post by Greg McClellan « January 24th, 2021, 12:14 pm
Replies: 14
by stewart lancaster » August 13th, 2019, 2:40 pm

I plan to visit the area October 24-26 with my wife, daughter, sister and her husband. We would like to get a house to rent for three nights. Where...

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Last post by Greg McClellan
January 24th, 2021, 12:14 pm
Greece - Santorini, Naxos and Athens

Last post by Jason L. « January 20th, 2021, 5:41 pm
Replies: 25
by Eric Z. » February 24th, 2020, 10:23 am

Headed out there this summer in that order.

Santorini - any suggestions on how to go about wine tasting for an afternoon? Better to book it with a...

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Last post by Jason L.
January 20th, 2021, 5:41 pm
Sonoma Rental Advice

Last post by Chad Richardson « January 18th, 2021, 1:51 pm

by Chad Richardson » January 18th, 2021, 1:51 pm

OMG, where have I been?! Fell off the board for awhile. Recently retired so now have free time (shhh...don't tell my wife.) Anyway...
Planning a trip...

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Last post by Chad Richardson
January 18th, 2021, 1:51 pm
Winery Suggestions - Chablis, Cote de Beaune, Beaujolais

Last post by JeremyR « January 17th, 2021, 5:44 am
Replies: 14
by Justin F » February 25th, 2020, 8:36 pm

My wife and I are taking a France trip this June (assuming Coronavirus doesn't ruin our plans). We're doing a couple nights each in Chablis, Beaune,...

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Last post by JeremyR
January 17th, 2021, 5:44 am
Anyone have a read on what it will take to enter an EU country?

Last post by Victor Hong « January 15th, 2021, 9:11 am
Replies: 3
by Blake Brown » January 15th, 2021, 8:36 am

I've been patiently waiting to travel to Europe, especially Amsterdam where I have an apartment. Obviously, that's not been possible and with the...

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Last post by Victor Hong
January 15th, 2021, 9:11 am
Bora Bora recommendations?

Last post by Todd F r e n c h « January 13th, 2021, 8:28 am
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by Todd F r e n c h » December 19th, 2020, 8:59 am

We’re planning to go through the hoops (all the Covid-19 testing requirements for French Polynesia, etc) and head to Bora Bora for one of our bucket...

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Last post by Todd F r e n c h
January 13th, 2021, 8:28 am
Burgundy restaurants?

Last post by Michael O'Brien « January 9th, 2021, 11:08 am
Replies: 43
by Tony C » April 26th, 2019, 10:40 am

Going to Burgundy in May. Not looking for 3 Michelin star restaurant.

Any recommendations?

Thanks

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Last post by Michael O'Brien
January 9th, 2021, 11:08 am
Feeling optimistic - Burgundy Hotel recommendations for July?

Last post by Kelly Walker « January 9th, 2021, 9:58 am
Replies: 19
by Michael Klein » December 7th, 2020, 6:51 am

Hi All - after a 2020 of cancelled travel plans, we're feeling optimistic and scheduled a trip to Paris/Burgundy/Champagne over the summer. Hopefully...

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Last post by Kelly Walker
January 9th, 2021, 9:58 am
rocky mountaineer advice?

Last post by Nick Running « January 7th, 2021, 9:56 pm
Replies: 10
by craig v » December 11th, 2020, 10:44 am

Has anyone done with highend train experience through the Canadian Rockies? I'd welcome any advice on when to go. What you liked or disliked? Best...

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Last post by Nick Running
January 7th, 2021, 9:56 pm
North Scottsdale

Last post by pmelloy « January 7th, 2021, 6:57 am
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by pmelloy » December 29th, 2020, 10:02 am

I am going to be in North Scottsdale for a few days.... Wondering if anyone had a suggestion for a good restaurant. I already have a steak place...

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Last post by pmelloy
January 7th, 2021, 6:57 am
Rancho Mirage Recs for next week.....

Last post by Mark Colendich « December 17th, 2020, 11:33 am
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by ericskitei » December 16th, 2020, 9:22 pm

Our normal XMas trip was 86'd, but we have been on lockdown for 9 months so we were itching to get out.

Booked a trip to Rancho Mirage next week,...

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Last post by Mark Colendich
December 17th, 2020, 11:33 am
Travel insurance

Last post by Tom G l a s g o w « December 14th, 2020, 7:13 pm
Replies: 35
by PaulMills » March 14th, 2018, 6:07 pm

We have bought travel insurance a few times but only used it once, we basically broke even when we had to come back from the Azores early due to the...

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Last post by Tom G l a s g o w
December 14th, 2020, 7:13 pm
Black friday deals?

Last post by Ethan Abraham « November 27th, 2020, 9:16 am

by Ethan Abraham » November 27th, 2020, 9:16 am

Rosewood 40% is nice, though only through June 2021.
Explora has a nice discount through March 2022.
Seven Stars in turks has 50-60% off, pretty...

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Last post by Ethan Abraham
November 27th, 2020, 9:16 am
Need A Driver In Ireland

Last post by Dave McCloskey « November 16th, 2020, 9:04 am
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by Dave McCloskey » October 7th, 2020, 11:57 am

In either Feb. or March my Rugby group plan on going to Dublin to see a Six Nations Tour match. This time we'd like to hire a driver to take us from...

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Last post by Dave McCloskey
November 16th, 2020, 9:04 am
Encore Casino Boston Harbor: Place is a joke Do Not Go

Last post by John Chapman « October 27th, 2020, 8:12 pm
Replies: 9
by Jonathan Sirot » December 22nd, 2019, 2:48 am

Was in Boston this weekend with my family and thought it would be fun to visit the brand new Encore Casino that Steve Wynn built in Boston Harbor....

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Last post by John Chapman
October 27th, 2020, 8:12 pm
Dallas wine shops???

Last post by Jeff P « October 26th, 2020, 6:59 pm
Replies: 3
by Andy K » October 16th, 2020, 1:42 pm

In Dallas for the weekend and did not see any wine shop recommendations here. Staying in Deep Ellum. Any good Wine shops with strong Old World...

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Last post by Jeff P
October 26th, 2020, 6:59 pm
North Carolina Outer Banks

Last post by N Lang « October 26th, 2020, 10:23 am
Replies: 47
by Marshall Gelb » February 17th, 2012, 3:12 pm

An area I have never been. There is a chance that I will have the opportunity to spend some time on the Outer Banks of North Carolina . I know they...

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Last post by N Lang
October 26th, 2020, 10:23 am
wine tasting in France

Last post by Michael Martin « October 25th, 2020, 6:17 am
Replies: 1
by Jim Cygan » October 24th, 2020, 7:10 pm

Hello. new to this forum, and initial post. Planning a trip to France Fall 2021. Tentatively expecting to go to Reims, Cote de Nuits and Cotes de...

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Pergola *** Rome - wine list

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by Asger L a r s e n » August 3rd, 2020, 5:19 am

Hi all,

spend some time browsing the wine list before choosing. Just wanted to share my shortlist if you should find yourself in this amazing...

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by KStuddard » October 4th, 2020, 6:12 pm

My better half and I would like to escape the east coast for a few days in Orange County in December.

Any resort/dinner/activity recommendations?...

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Santa Barbara ideas

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by KStuddard » October 4th, 2020, 6:10 pm

Headed to SB for a long weekend. Would like to do a day of a couple tastings. We’ve been to Los Olivos. Any other Ideas?

Many thanks.

Keith

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by John Bardeen dba » September 30th, 2020, 5:11 am

Hey guys.!
Hope you are doing well.
I' m travelling to Paris i need your suggestions where i can find the best hotel's in Paris in discounted rates....

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September 30th, 2020, 6:03 am
Salt Lake City

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by Leonard Taylor » February 8th, 2020, 3:17 pm

Any new/old restaurants to recommend near downtown SLC?

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Outdoor options for food and wine in wine country?

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by alan weinberg » August 3rd, 2020, 7:15 pm

any hotels or restaurants near there? Anything else to see between S. California and Rushmore? We plan on Salt Lake City. I know not everything will...

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by Rob Igel » December 30th, 2019, 12:16 pm

My wife and I are planning a short, overnight trip to Santa Barbara in late January to celebrate our 10-year anniversary and Christmas presents to...

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September 15th, 2020, 7:15 pm
"Guess I've got that old travelling bone"

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by Jim Stewart » August 23rd, 2020, 7:34 am

Anyone else out there getting restless to travel?
At this point, very restrained optimism might be the best we can muster, but I am starting to put...

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Itinerary Check - Santa Ynez Valley

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by Kevin McCarthy » September 3rd, 2020, 10:49 am

Hi All,

Long time lurker, first time poster here. My wife and I will be traveling to the Santa Ynez Valley from LA this weekend to celebrate our one...

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September 4th, 2020, 10:44 pm
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Rent a Studio Apartment in Japan

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by Ittachi_Kawasaki » August 29th, 2020, 4:36 am

Finally, I can get a job in Tokyo and wonder how should I rent a house to live and work? . If I rent a really house in ground, it must be very...

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Big Sky recs

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by jan.brekke » August 16th, 2020, 11:38 am

With my high school son's school starting virtually and fall sports pushed into spring, we have decided to make a family trip out to Big Sky Montana...

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Wine shops in Aspen?

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Any wine shop recommendations in Aspen? TIA.

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by Dave R. » August 10th, 2020, 9:52 am

Any recommendations for best vineyards to visit in southern Croatia? Split, Hvar, Korcula, Dubrovnik area.

Looking forward to exploring new /...

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Heated restaurant terraces to be banned in France

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by Jay Miller » July 27th, 2020, 8:56 am

The mayor of Paris was resisting but looks like it will go through next year. I'll miss it but I suppose the reasoning is sound.

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DTLA seems to be getting hit especially hard with the turmoil this year.

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Anyone use Global Entry Program?

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Philadelphia - quick trip this month (next week!)

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Our mid June trip to France was canceled because we can't get into the country. This is our third canceled trip to Europe since Cova hit and we've...

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I posted below about going to Piedmont in June but the feedback I am getting is contradictory, and there is the possibility of being quarantined if...

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Lodging in Sonoma with a Pet

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I have a colleague who would like to spend a month in Sonoma later this summer/fall, with her husband and a dog along for company. They are checking...

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by Sean C. » May 18th, 2020, 11:13 am

Hi Berserker crew - my fiancee and I are (tentatively) planning our honeymoon for May of 2021 in Portugal. I have a couple of questions to which I'm...

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by Tim Heaton » June 16th, 2020, 2:35 pm

decided to use a suite night award for a few nights at the Westin Riverfront in Avon. Curious if anyone else is in the mountains during this time, if...

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June 16th, 2020, 2:35 pm
is this the end of byo culture?

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by Michael Klein » March 24th, 2020, 10:58 am

Had a thought today - could this current covid-19 situation mark the end of BYO policies at restaurants? Discuss...

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OK, we are going to Burgundy this summer - Restaurants

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by Howard Cooper » May 30th, 2013, 8:39 am
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Auprès du Clocher in Pommard
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Foreign currency in US bank account for tuition

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I searched with a variety of terms and didn’t see anything on this topic. My apologies if I overlooked something.

So my oldest will be starting...

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Over the past 20 + years, I’ve been coming to Amsterdam out of a passion for the history, the culture and the feeling of freedom. I think I must have...
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What are you doing to support restaurants during Covid19?

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by George Hejna » March 28th, 2020, 8:33 am

I didn't want to hijack the BYOB thread and I also think this is important enough to have it's own topic.

Clearly, the restaurant industry is in BIG...

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Costa Rica Questions

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by Poppy Davis » January 12th, 2020, 9:48 am

Hi all!

We are on a very limited budget and looking into Costa Rica. I've looked over all the previous threads on Costa Rica and have taken in the...

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Paris apartment rental: bad experience at RentParisNow.com...

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by Victor Hong » August 11th, 2010, 8:16 am
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Recently, I used VRBO to rent Paris apartments, which referred me to:

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Be very careful of patronizing this Paris apartment...
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