Every time I go through customs, I become increasingly expectant of a squinting pair of eyes and a confused double take. My passport photo, taken…
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Just because you’re dying to get off the grid, doesn’t mean you can’t use modern technology to get you there. To score the most choice…
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Even as a kid, the idea of entrapment was an unpleasant one, to the extent that I refused to sit on the inside of restaurant…
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It’s tough to be a chipper tripper when jet lag has you in its clutches. Sleep aids can cause fogginess and confusion, and caffeine can…
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Kick your dusty camping gear up a notch with some urban vibes. Camping chic falls somewhere between dolled-up glamping and somewhat-illegal urban camping. A few…
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This serves as another update… the plane coming in is delayed… once again, thank you for your awesome patience. At present, my patience feels less…
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Whether novices or veterans, parents universally cringe at the unavoidable task of family travel. Here are some tips to ease the process: Set Up Your…
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Swing, swing your way to another drink at one of several Portland bars with a swing. The whimsical novelty (it’s like a playground, but for…
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Flying the friendly skies used to be a whole lot friendlier. Flight attendants, happy to be gainfully employed, wore smart uniforms and smiles. Passengers excited…
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It’s tacky to say out loud in today’s cultural climate, but sometimes fast food is a necessary evil. When traveling, dining with strangers, in a hurry,…
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Dining outdoors is one of summer’s greatest pleasures so as we look forward to Memorial Day Weekend OpenTable reveals the Top 100 Outdoor Dining spots…
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Public transportation does not have to be some plebeian chore used only to get where you’re going on the cheap– it can actually be informative,…
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