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New York's Best Street Food

New York's Best Street Food | The Early Air Way's Blog

While New York City is filled with four- and five-star restaurants, Zagat-rated spots, and celebrity-endorsed dining, some of the best food that the city has to offer is street food. Over the past few years, the food truck and street food industries have seen enormous surges across the country, and NYC is no exception. From traditional hotdog vendors on street corners to gourmet global cuisine on wheels, you can’t go wrong by checking out what the city’s chefs have to offer. Looking for some falafel and shawarma? There’s certainly a cart for that. More in the mood for a Calexico Mexican meal? You can find it all on the corners of New York City.

Click here to read the full article by Krisanne Fordham for CNN Travel.

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Luxury Europe Holiday with Kids

Luxury hotels previously looked down on families with children staying there. Now luxury hotels are embracing family travel and creating activities exclusively for children. The Badrutt’s Palace Hotel even hired a temporary manager that was 8 years old to help incorporate amenities for children like games, food, down to the height of childrens mirrors. Now other hotels in London, Cannes, the Alps, and Rome are making adjustments for children.

Click here to read the full article by Felicity Long on Travel Weekly.

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A Guide to Madrid

Whether you’ve been to Spain’s capital before or it’s your first time visiting, Madrid is an incredible city, teeming with historical sites, culturally rich traditions, and incredible food and drink. There is so much to do and see in the city, from the Palacio Real and Plaza Mayor to the Avenue of Art, where the Prado, Thyssen, and Reina Sofia all boast stunning works of art, many well-known. The Guardian has created a small guide to Madrid that will help you decide what to do, where to stay, where to eat, and what adventures to participate in.

Click here to read the full article by James Blick for the Guardian.

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Luxury Journeys for 2016

Planning your vacation for next year is exciting and a lot of fun. If you need some luxury destination ideas, here are the top picks by travel specialists.

  1. Kyushu is  Japan’s southern island and boasts luxury inns, hot springs, and a wide variety of cultural activities.
  2. Central Asia’s former Silk Road has turned into a hot spot for tourists stretching from China to Turkey.
  3. Sabah, Borneo is perfect for travelers who want to be near nature. Sabah is surrounded by jungle and many animals.
  4. The Republic of Georgia is known for the Caucasus Mountains and it’s vast production of wine.
  5. Colombia was previously known for being a dangerous country to travel to but it has recently become a safe and top country to visit. It has access to two oceans and has jungles to be explored.
  6. Kenya is known for it’s Masai Mara Nature Reserve which was seen on the movie “Out of Africa” which was released 30 years ago. Some travel companies are even giving deals to visit Kenya for the 30th anniversary.
  7. Peru is known for it’s mountain, Machu Picchu. But you should visit this country for it’s amazing cuisine. Lima, Peru has 3 of the top 50 best restaurants in the world.
  8. Cuba has reopened it’s borders and tourists are rushing to visit this island that has been untouched by modern companies for many years.
  9. The Artic usually brings to mind images of ice and polar bears and is usually disregarded as a vacation destination. However travel companies are taking advantage of frozen tundra as a place to get away from the modern world.
  10. If you don’t want to travel too far, you should visit 1 or several of the 59 U.S. National Parks are spread out across the country.

Click here to read the full article by Mark johanson on CNN.

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Visiting Grand Teton National Park

Grand Teton National Park is a stunning geological beauty in the Rocky Mountains. While the national park is incredible to visit yearround, the month of September is an especially great time to visit. As summer begins to turn to fall, the striking contrast between vibrant colors and the first dusting of snow on the peaks is a sight to see. Conditions are perfect for hiking into the canyons, watching the captivating wildlife, and admiring the Teton Range rising above. If you are able to stay the night at the park, the Milky Way and millions of stars light up the night sky.

Click here to read the full article for National Geographic’s Intelligent Travel.

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How to See Rio de Janeiro

Having already hosted the World Cup and preparing for the Olympics in 2016, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is one of the hottest cities to visit right now. With incredible sights to see, a rich and historic culture, and tons of personalized tours to take advantage of, there has never been a better time to visit. Be sure to climb the Selaron Stairs, take in Sugar Loaf, and visit Christ the Redeemer, which towers above the city. If you are looking for luxury travel options, there are certainly many to check out.

Click here to read the full article by Paul Johnson for A Luxury Travel Blog.

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The Business Exec's Guide to San Francisco

While San Francisco only takes up a seven mile by seven mile grid, the city can feel quite large with all it has to offer. If you are a business exec staying in the city for work or even just there for pleasure, CNN has compiled a list for you. From a cushy ride to pick you up at the airport to the most posh hotels in the Bay, you can have a wonderful luxury travel experience in San Francisco. CNN has pointed out some of the best restaurants, sights to see, and best photo opps around the city.

Click here to check out the full article by Suzanne Russo for CNN Travel.

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Cycling Rides to Check Out This Fall

Whether you’re an avid cyclist or just someone who enjoys being outdoors and getting a workout, consider this list of cycling destinations for your vacation this fall. Hvar Island in Croatia provides a challenging climb with beautiful views and warm weather. The mountains of Slovenia are filled with untouched villages, forests, clear waters, and cycling-only roads. Burgundy and Piedmont provide stunning winery views and local delights. Corsica provides breathtaking views and immaculate roads, and Sicily has the perfect outdoor scenery to make any ride a joy.

Click here to read the full article by Andy Levine for A Luxury Travel Blog.

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Venice to Ban Wheeled Suitcases

Venice, Italy has historically dealt with a variety of challenges, especially that of flooding and the effects on its historic architecture. A new law due to go into effect in May of 2015 would ban wheeled suitcases from the city, which locals cite as a source of major noise and inconvenience. The rule “will require luggage to be transported on quieter air-filled tires” and make for a much quieter travel experience around the city.

Click here to read the full article for CNN Travel.

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Most Desired Estates in South Africa

South Africa is one of the top 10 locations for the affluent. There are grand estates made out of stone with many acres of wild land where you can do everything from fish to snowmobile while taking in the beautiful landscapes. These are the top 5 estates in South Africa.

  1. Zimbali
  2. Gentleman’s Estate at Val die Vie
  3. Pezula Private Estate
  4. Fancourt
  5. Pearl Valley

Click here to read the full article by Rani Singh on Forbes.

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