Posts Tagged ‘ after-the-jump ’

Barbecue and picnic tips for a safe, delicious (and seasonal) Fourth of July

June 28, 2011
By Island Tips
Barbecue and picnic tips for a safe, delicious (and seasonal) Fourth of July

Filed under: Arts and Culture , Learning , Festivals and Events , Food and Drink , North America , United States For Americans, there's no holiday more synonymous with eating outdoors than the Fourth of July . It's the ultimate summer dining event, one that largely emphasizes regional foods and seasonal ingredients. Tomatoes...
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Revealed: Nation’s best coffee shops

April 19, 2011
By Island Tips
Revealed: Nation’s best coffee shops

Checking out a local coffee shop (i.e. not Starbucks) is a great way to experience the vibe of a neighborhood if you're new in town. Plus, you can never count on the quality of hotel-room coffee . It can be hard, though, to decipher which coffee shops are just OK and which ones...
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Winners Announced: Geotourism Challenge 2010

February 18, 2011
By Island Tips
Winners Announced: Geotourism Challenge 2010

Ashoka Changemakers recently announced the winners of the third annual Geotourism Challenge .? In this year's competition, "Places on the Edge: Saving Coastal and Freshwater Destinations," Ashoka partnered with National Geographic and the Inter-American Development Bank (IADB) to identify tourism-related projects that have ...
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Places Rated: Hainan’s Overdeveloped Coast

December 21, 2010
By Island Tips
Places Rated: Hainan’s Overdeveloped Coast

The November/December issue of Traveler features our annual "Places Rated" survey of destination stewardship, and this year 340 expert panelists rated 99 coastal destinations around the world. Here on the blog, we're going to highlight some of these coastal destinations and are interested in adding your feedback to the mix. What do ...
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Places Rated: Samoa is Doing Well

December 13, 2010
By Island Tips
Places Rated: Samoa is Doing Well

The November/December issue of Traveler features our annual "Places Rated" survey of destination stewardship, and this year 340 expert panelists rated 99 coastal destinations around the world. Here on the blog, we're going to highlight some of these coastal destinations and are interested in adding your...
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Spend New Years at Casa Pacifico

December 11, 2010
By Island Tips
Spend New Years at Casa Pacifico

If you haven't made NYE plans yet, consider booking a stay at the Casa Pacifico Villa in Costa Rico.? This Mediterranean-style oceanfront villa features 6 bedrooms, 6.5 baths, gorgeous ocean views, and a pool complete with a hot tub and waterfall.? This private residence ...
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Viceroy Anguilla Gives You Six Grand for Airfare

November 24, 2010
By Island Tips
Viceroy Anguilla Gives You Six Grand for Airfare

It’s starting to get cold, even here in SoCal, and I’m getting the itch to head somewhere tropical.? Anguilla would make for a wonderful winter getaway destination and the Villas at Viceroy Anguilla would the perfect spot for the whole crew to get our sun and relaxation on.? The ultra-luxurious four ...
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Places Rated: Bermuda

November 15, 2010
By Island Tips
Places Rated: Bermuda

The November/December issue of Traveler features our annual "Places Rated" survey of destination stewardship, and this year 340 expert panelists rated 99 coastal destinations around the world. Here on the blog, we're going to highlight some of these coastal destinations and are interested in adding your feedback ...
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11 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Hotel Deals You Should Know About

November 9, 2010
By Island Tips
11 Black Friday and Cyber Monday Hotel Deals You Should Know About

This doesn't have to be you this year. Make the right choice. It's that time of the year when bargain hunters start getting itchy for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. If you're looking to save some money this holiday, or heck, if you just love a good deal, we can help...
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Hong Kong’s Stanley Market

November 3, 2010
By Island Tips
Hong Kong’s Stanley Market

Travel writer and world traveler Jodi Kendall gives us the scoop on Hong Kong's Stanley Market. While en route to Malaysian Borneo for a wildlife expedition , I scored an overnight layover in Hong Kong . And with just 24 hours to explore this cosmopolitan city, I ...
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