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1. Aéroport Roissy Charles de Gaulle
95711 Roissy-en-France
France
+33 1 48 62 22 80
Categories:
Airports,
Travel Agencies,
Public Services & Government
While I don't recommend CDG to those whose French skills are...lacking, it's one of my favorite airports in Europe, particularly due to the Air France La Première Lounge and the insane Duty Free, located just outside aforementioned lounge. Want to…More »
2. Hôtel Ritz
The Ritz Paris is as good as it gets. From the location, to the red-carpeted front steps where doormen gladly take your hand as you ascend into the poshest digs in town. The hotel is incredibly ornate, and everything you'd expect and more from The…More »
3. Hôtel des Académies et des Arts
75006 Paris
France
+33 1 43 26 66 44
I was thrilled upon entering the small, quaint entrance of this Montparnasse gem. The lobby is a little jewel box, filled with the incredible scent of their custom-made candles (myrrh and incense). The furnishings are elegant and modern at once, and…More »
4. Portland International Airport
I have mixed emotions about PDX. While on-time performance and and check-in are generally on-point, the terminal lacks in basic necessities both early and late...when International and cross-country flights both depart and land. This makes no sense.…More »
5. Hotel deLuxe
Portland, OR 97205
(888) 628-4406
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhoods: Southwest Portland, Goose Hollow
The Hotel deLuxe is a total throwback, yet offers all the modern amenities one expects in a property of this type. The setting is nostalgic and soothing, with buttery walls and black and white portraits of the likes of Bette Davis and Joan Crawford.…More »
6. the Nines, Portland
Portland, OR 97204
(877) 229-9995
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhoods: Southwest Portland, Downtown
The Nines is one of the best hotels in the Portland scene at the moment, for a multitude of reasons. Part of the Starwood chain, you're guaranteed an incredibly comfy bed, stylish furniture, top shelf toiletries, and a decent restaurant. The Nines…More »
7. The Governor Hotel
Portland, OR 97205
(503) 224-3400
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhoods: Southwest Portland, Downtown
The Governor is a lovely, historic hotel in the heart of downtown Portland. Sadly, it hasn't exactly been updated and for the price you'll pay a night, you'd expect more.
The rooms range in size from kinda small to average (you won't find any palatial…More »
8. Jupiter Hotel
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 230-9200
Categories:
Hotels,
Hair Salons,
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Industrial District, Lower Burnside, Central Eastside, Buckman
Let's get real here. The Jupiter isn't the finest hotel Portland has to offer. But it's not intended to be luxurious and isn't attempting to compete with higher end properties. This is definitely a niche spot.
If you're planning on seeing a show,…More »
9. Hotel Modera
Portland, OR 97201
(503) 484-1084
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhoods: Southwest Portland, Downtown
The Modera is a pretty basic, somewhat modern converted hotel in downtown Portland. It's not particularly swanky but is a step above places like The Ace.
The rooms are fairly large and the bathrooms are decent (with the exception of generic…More »
10. The Heathman Hotel
Portland, OR 97205
(503) 241-4100
Categories:
Hotels,
Restaurants
Neighbourhoods: Southwest Portland, Downtown
The Heathman is an interesting place. I was immediately put off by the poor bellmen/valet in beefeater garb. I always feel so badly for them and it makes me feel dirty.
The rooms are comfy, but can be small unless you opt for a suite. The beds are…More »
11. The Westin Portland
Portland, OR 97205
(503) 294-9000
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhoods: Southwest Portland, Downtown
Definitely a subpar Starwood property, the Westin Portland is in desperate need of a facelift. While the rooms are spacious and the heavenly beds, well, heavenly, the overall decor is tired and a little depressing. On the plus side, the windows…More »
12. Point To Point Towncar Services
Portland, OR 97223
(503) 282-0553
Categories:
Airport Shuttles,
Limos
Neighbourhood: Southwest Portland
I've been using Point to Point for about 8 years and have always had great service. The cars are always immaculate (they do transport the bigwigs at the Swoosh, after all) and the drivers prompt and professional. Those brief moments of panic at 4am…More »
13. Newark Liberty International Airport
EWR and I are in a long-term relationship. We've had our ups and downs, and every now and again that spark ignites when I realize we're parked at a gate near the Dunkin in Terminal C. But EWR, you've disappointed me on so many occasions that we may…More »
14. Continental Airlines Newark - CLOSED
Dropping a star, and that's being generous. Now, I've been dedicated to Continental for over a dozen years. Over the course of about the past year or so (cough United cough) I've seen major things slipping at Newark, particularly domestic travel in…More »
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9/10/2010
Continental has the best domestic first class, period. Leather seats, the most updated fleet with… Read more »
15. United Club - C3 Terminal
This is one of the better Presidents Clubs in Newark, of which you have several to choose from. It is one of Continental's HUBs, after all. I find this location to be the best in the C Terminal for several reasons. It's large, it has shower…More »
16. Hertz Rent A Car
This is my favorite Hertz airport location. Thanks to EWR's AirTRAN, you can pop over from any of the terminals to P3 (the rental car locations) and you are steps away from the Hertz Gold entrance. This particular location also has a wide array of…More »
17. John F Kennedy International Airport
Upping JFK 2 stars. While I still prefer Newark and Continental, JFK's cross-country carriers (Virgin, Delta, et al) have really stepped it up. I recently flew into Terminal 3 on Delta from Portland and was pleasantly surprised. I normally fly…More »
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4/14/2010
There's a reason why you'll find the cheapest flights to and fro NYC at JFK. No one, and I mean NO… Read more »
18. AirTrain JFK
Jamaica, NY 11430
Category:
Public Transportation
Neighbourhood: JFK Airport
I was really impressed by AirTrain at JFK, particularly in comparison to a very similar setup at EWR. After arriving at Terminal 3 on a domestic Delta flight, I made the short walk to the well-marked entrance. There were multiple employees directing…More »
19. Fugazy International Travel
New York, NY 10020
(212) 661-6331
Neighbourhoods: Midtown West, Theater District
Fugazy Transportation is the official car service for the USTA, servicing athletes & spectators alike. They have direct access to the President's Gate, which no other car service has. After setting up an account with them, I desperately needed…More »
20. Soho Grand Hotel
Oh, Soho Grand. You've spoiled me so. I made the mistake of straying for a few nights on my last monthly visit, and regretted every single moment of it. I had a few free nights at another upscale property in midtown, so I stayed at Soho first, and…More »
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5/18/2010
I've been a frequent guest at the Soho Grand for about 12 years, for both business and pleasure.… Read more »
21. Gramercy Park Hotel
New York, NY 10010
(212) 920-3300
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhoods: Gramercy, Flatiron
What a huge transformation this hotel has undergone. This formerly run-down, residential hotel has been transformed by Ian Schrager into a sleek and sexy hotspot for New Yorkers and tourists alike.
Located on Gramercy Park, the hotel is able to let…More »
22. Thompson LES
I ended up at Thompson LES at the last minute (we're talkin' midnight without a reservation...I tend to storm out of my family's place frequently). Not only was I greeted by an extremely friendly reception and door staff, but was checked in quickly…More »
23. 70 Park Avenue
New York, NY 10016
(212) 973-2400
Category:
Hotels
Neighbourhoods: Midtown East, Murray Hill
I've stayed at 70 Park Avenue several times for both business and leisure. The price usually seems to be right ($275 range) which is the main draw, as the neighborhood isn't very exciting.
The good:
- Because I am a Kimpton In Touch member, I seem to…More »
24. Mansfield Hotel
Hm. Where to begin. Upon arriving after a cross-country flight, I was left alone to haul my rather large and heavy luggage up the steps into the lobby all by my lonesome. The front desk is tiny, and rather informal. Certainly a very European style…More »
25. Hertz Rent-A-Car
New York, NY 10003
(212) 486-5915
Category:
Car Rental
Neighbourhoods: Greenwich Village, Union Square
This is one of my preferred Hertz locations in Manhattan. Ideally located on 13th b/w 5th & University, it's a small corporate location with a very nice fleet. The majority of rentals are from the Prestige Collection, and are always less than a year…More »
26. LaGuardia Airport
Elmhurst, NY 11369
(718) 533-3400
Category:
Airports
Neighbourhood: East Elmhurst
No. Oh yeah, and no. The only reason you'll ever find me in Queens is to watch Rafa shake his fine a$$ on a tennis court in late August/early September during the US Open.
Do people not remember the slew of runaway plane incidents at this pit in the…More »
27. Holland Tunnel
Jersey City, NJ 07310
(800) 221-9903
Categories:
Landmarks & Historical Buildings,
Local Flavor
People hate this tunnel with the fire of a thousand suns. While I, too have experienced the clusterf*ck bottleneck on the Jersey side, it's the easiest way to slip into lower Manhattan. Let's face it. There is no fun, smooth way to get to and from…More »
28. Lincoln Tunnel
I have a love/hate relationship with the Lincoln. I've been traveling through it my entire life, and it's never been a smooth ride. That said, they do have nifty lanes during rush hour for buses, allowing for a quicker ride to and fro Port Authority.…More »
29. AMS Limousine
My recent trip home included a stay in Hoboken, as my sister recently relocated across the Hudson from SoHo after having a baby. I always fly into Newark, and generally take a taxi into lower Manhattan. Since taxis and unreserved car services tend to…More »
30. Hoboken Taxi
I had heard terrible things about Hoboken taxi, and was leery the few times I needed one to take me to the Terminal in the freezing cold wind or shuttle me across the town. Apparently the rumors are unfounded, as each time I called I had a cab…More »
31. Cheesequake Travel Plaza
This is an aight place on the Garden State Parkway to get fuel for your car and your tummy. Since it's located just beyond the Raritan Toll Plaza, it tends to get pretty crowded. There are slim pickins as far as food goes, but you will find your…More »
32. New York Penn Station
New York, NY 10001
(212) 630-6401
Category:
Public Transportation
Neighbourhood: Midtown West
Yes it's crowded. Yes, you need to move it or lose it. Welcome to NYC. Fumbling around with luggage or baby items isn't going to get you any smiles or assistance. Step aside.
I love Penn Station. Trains nearly always depart on time, I can grab a…More »
33. Port Authority Bus Terminal
New York, NY 10001
(212) 564-8484
Category:
Public Transportation
Neighbourhoods: Hell's Kitchen, Midtown West, Theater District
If no stars were an option, I'd have chosen it. Port Authority is one of those places that's frozen in time, and not in a good, warm, fuzzy, nostalgic way. Sure, they've added an Au Bon Pain and some smoothie stand. But this can't mask the…More »
34. NJ Transit
I'm not gettin' the hate for NJ Transit. They're consistently on-time to the point where they literally depart stations on the nose. They have added über cool double decker trains to the larger lines, and offer express trains during peak hours to the…More »
35. Hoboken Terminal
This is a great, old-school, charming train station. It's fairly small, given the mass amount of commuters that glide through here on a daily basis. Mainly suits in a hurry, reading their NY Times and sipping their coffees in the AM, followed by the…More »
36. Summit Train Station
Summit Station has become a forced destination to those traveling between Hoboken and the Morris/Essex (and a few other) lines. Since most trains are now originating from Penn Station, Hoboken travelers get stuck changing trains in Summit, mainly to…More »
37. PATH Station - Hoboken
Apparently PATH has expanded its schedule and now has service after midnight, even though you may need to wait awhile. Kudos.
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4/15/2010 First to Review
After popping off the NJ Transit train and descending the stairs to the PATH station, you're greeted… Read more »
38. Boston Logan International Airport
Logan's alright with me. Sure, people gripe about cancelled/delayed flights but c'mon, people. It's Boston. It friggin snows, like, a lot. I've had to haul a$$ over to Amtrak to get down to Newark to get my connection several times due to inclement…More »
39. Courtyard by Marriott
I need to preface this review by letting you know that I'm a complete hotel snob. This was actually maybe the 2nd or 3rd time I've stayed in this type of economy, business-focused hotel. I felt super out of place as a designer, since the majority of…More »
40. Amtrak
It's no North Station, but South Station is great if you're headed to or from NYC on Acela. yes, it's crazy expensive. But if your company is paying for it, why not? Also, it's a great alternative to get down to NYC if Logan starts canceling flights,…More »
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Recently updated lists from Wendy S.
Bountiful Bubbly. (17)I love me some bubbly. Champagne cocktails, or a glass of the bubbles straight up. Here are a few places in town I like to get my Champagne on. |
Tasting Menu Heaven (38)Love me a tasting menu with a wine pairing. |
Bountiful Beauty (17)Places I get my pretty on. |
Late Night Eats/Drinks (14)Late night options are a varied bunch, from bars to restaurants to food carts, we have some great spots for a late night nosh or drink. Here are a few I dig. |
Dead To Me. (42)See ya. Adios. Ciao. Au Revoir. Sayonara. Peace out. These places are officially dead to me. |
The Queen is Here (25)Some of my favorite places to drink and feast like a queen. Royal price tag included. |
Hotels (46)The good, the bad, and the downright awful. |
Peace Out, Boston (14)A short list of the few places I'll miss in Beantown and surrounding areas. |
Michelin Stars (22)Some Michelin-starred restaurants I've had the pleasure of enjoying the tasting menus at. |
Napa/Sonoma/SF lovin' (14)Some of my favorite places in Napa, Sonoma and SF. Outstanding restaurants, amazing wines, and pure romance. |
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Yelping SinceJanuary 2010
Things I Lovetraveling, sneakers, design, stinky cheese, champagne, vodka, skincare, Kindle, Leica, Diptyque candles, the Zagat app, documentaries, discovering new places, late nights, romance, tasting menus
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When I'm Not Yelping...traveling, designing stuff, eating & drinking, tennis, reading
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My Last Meal On EarthJoël Robuchon's foie gras stuffed quail with truffled potatoes.
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