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Packing Youngsters? Check out Kids Travel Happy
February 17, 2009 | Travel Tips | Read More
Since our post on the Top 5 Family Travel Blogs, I’ve stumbled on another interesting family travel related site. Founded by a mother of two young boys with the tag line, “entertaining children for real and imaginary journeys,” Kids Travel Happy provides a unique approach to kids travel...
Don’t die, but definitely try these delicious spots in San Francisco
February 16, 2009 | Food Lovers, San Francisco | Read More
When I first heard about the 100 Things to try Before you Die list in San Francisco’s 7×7 Magazine, I thought great, another list of unattainable items, another list created for the sake of creating a list – then I read it; it offers great specificity, something for every budget and...
PC Advisor
February 15, 2009 | In the News | Read More
The Best Online Travel Sites: Getting help getting organized
Photo Friday: Bridging the Gap
February 13, 2009 | Photo Friday | Read More
In what NileGuide destination was this photo taken? Bonus points for naming the body of water.
UPDATE 2/16: The photo shows the 25 de Abril bridge, a suspension bridge over the Tagus River which connects Lisbon to the municipality of Almada. It is often compared to the Golden Gate Bridge of San Francisco.
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On Sicily
February 13, 2009 | Italy | Read More
Though I usually write code for NileGuide, today I’ve been asked to write some English on being Italian. My parents were both born and raised in Sicily (the large island in southern Italy) and – though I grew up in San Diego – we would go back to visit family every few summers.
In America,...
A guide to Valentine’s Day gifts for the (gear) lover in your life
February 12, 2009 | Gear Guide | Read More
Flowers: Boring.
Chocolate: Boring.
Cards: Boring.
These presents: Exciting.
NileGuide’s resident Gear Junkies Tyler and Alexi have teamed up to bring you a list of unique Valentine’s Day gift suggestions for guys AND gals. Guaranteed to please, entertain and get you some.
Travel Deals Roundup: Jet Set to Europe
February 11, 2009 | Travel Deals | Read More
As airlines, hotels and tour operators continue to compete for business, the consumer wins! This week, we spotted some great deals to Europe.
Continental Airlines recently announced fares starting at $137 each way to popular cities in Europe for select dates through May. (Taxes and fees not included.) ...
6 Tips for Traveling by Cab in a Foreign City
February 10, 2009 | Travel Safety, Travel Tips | Read More
Though public transportation is a great way to get around, sometimes you need to take a taxi to get from point A to point B. A few tips for catching a ride safely:
Call ahead. In many cities, you can never be entirely certain of a cab’s legitimacy. Forged paperwork and a little yellow paint...
Six Chicago Restaurants Anthony Bourdain Missed
February 9, 2009 | Chicago, Food Lovers | Read More
Hot Doug's
It’s a fairly well known fact that Anthony Bourdain is the love of my life, right after the city of Chicago and my Chihuahua, Elvis. So I was totally stoked when I saw that this week’s new episode of ‘No Reservations’ was in Chicago.
The tour of Chi-town nosh joints...
Photo Friday: Venice of the North
February 6, 2009 | Photo Friday | Read More
In what NileGuide destination was this photo taken?
UPDATE 2/9: The photo features Södermalm, a central district of Stockholm. Like Amsterdam and St. Petersburg, Stockholm is sometimes referred to as the “Venice of the North” due to its proximity to water and many canals.
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