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Places Worth Seeing in Barcelona

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 Angie Walls
(photo by Vladitto from Shutterstock)
Community rated top 4 of 10 articles
Published on Helium.com,  July 7, 2009

 

Barcelona has a vibrant rhythm of its own, which speaks to summers on the sun-kissed Mediterranean beaches, Moroccan-style settings, blossoming vineyards in the countryside and feasting with good company by moonlight. Quite the city of contrasts, Barcelona has a unique blend of cultures due to the major influences of Roman, Moorish, and Renaissance history.

A Spotlight on Washington’s Historic Hotels

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Angie Walls
(photo by hopshomemade from iStockPhoto)
Published in Too Shy to Stop Magazine, September 27, 2008

All year long, Washington, DC welcomes millions of American and foreign visitors with open arms. A city of power and at the very heart of America’s grand heritage, it contains stories of its glorious past all over – from Capitol Hill down to the national mall and museums, and scattered in many of its distinctive and charming neighborhoods.

Awaken Your Five Senses: Culinary Travel in Southeast Asia

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Angie Walls
(photo by GoodOlga from iStock)

Published in Travel Sense, April 1, 2007

Let your stomach lead the way to Asia’s most delightful smorgasbord of fragrant herbs and spices, tropical fruits, crisp green vegetables and fresh peppers. From dawn until dusk, devour the inimitable tastes and experience the extraordinary culture found in this exotic corner of the world. The journey here will leave an impression that will make you crave for more. Chinese takeout noodles and fried rice will never taste as exhilarating as dining in a Vietnamese café or enjoying your own hand-made spring rolls.

Restaurants in Georgetown, D.C.

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Angie Walls
(photo by dwight9592 from fotolia.com)
Published in USA Today Online, Travel Tips, March 15, 2010

Georgetown, which is one of Washington, D.C.’s historic neighborhoods, is bustling with tourists, college students and locals most nights and weekends. Known best for its trendy dining and shopping establishments, Georgetown is the hot spot for experiencing the city’s grandiose nightlife. With great style, passion and energy, Georgetown comes to life after dark, offering many activities for all tastes. Georgetown is known for its diverse culinary offerings and beautiful waterfront views, which is perfect for outdoor and group dining.

Some Uncommon Travel Accommodations

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Angie Walls
(photo by bjaglin from Flickr Creative Commons)
Published in Too Shy to Stop Magazine, January 30, 2009

 

Do you consider yourself an adventurous traveler? Are you up for anything off the beaten path? If you want the kind of vacation that evokes the strangest stories to share with friends, take a look at the world’s quirkiest hotels.

As tourism magnets, many of these places bring the authenticity of a destination to a new level. For instance, why stay at the Radisson when you can sleep in a traditional hut or wildlife sanctuary, surrounding yourself in the midst of the African bush?

Phine Phoods of Philadelphia

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Angie Walls
(photos by author)
Published in Too Shy to Stop Magazine, January 15, 2009

 

Just as exciting as Philadelphia’s museums and art galleries, the culinary experience is right up there the city’s quintessential itineraries. Oversized soft pretzels, steamy cheese steak sandwiches, Tastykakes, scrapple, and hoagies are the true “bread and butter” of this fabulous metropolis. In addition, Philly is packed with one of the largest collections of ethnic eateries, boasting something for every taste, no matter how discerning.

Free Thinking and Tinkering in Philly

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Angie Walls
(photos by author)
Published in Too Shy to Stop Magazine, January 9, 2009

 

In the City of Brotherly Love, you’ll find much more than history and some of the Mid-Atlantic’s top culinary treats. Notably the American city with the largest collection of public art, Philadelphia thrives with an actively growing group of writers and artists. Travel into the heart of Philadelphia, and you’ll be inspired by the unique art that extends beyond the walls of the Art Museum and into its lively streets.