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Here are my favorite places to explore & eat while traveling!

 1. Jardin du Luxembourg

Place Edmond Rostand
75006 Paris
France

Category: Parks & Forests

Neighbourhood: Luxembourg

5.0 star rating
  5/6/2010

Perfect place for a picnic, people watching, or simply doing some leisurely reading. Such a beautiful, serene place to relax and just unwind after a day of sightseeing and walking around. My favorite part is the large fountain, in which kids are able…More »

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 2. Japa Dog

899 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC V6Z 2K6
Canada

Categories: Hot Dogs, Food Stands, Japanese

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  2/17/2010

OMG!!!!!!!! If I could give this place 10 stars....i would! I think i'm in love.
I was lucky enough to experience this place during my stay here for the olympics. This place far exceeded my expectations and then some. Talk about gourmet hot dogs. And…More »

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 3. The Orangery

Kensington Palace
London W8 3UY
UK
+44 20 3166 6113

Categories: British, Coffee & Tea

Neighbourhood: Kensington Gardens

5.0 star rating
  5/3/2010

What better way to indulge in a British tradition than to have afternoon tea at the Orangery! It was the PERFECT setting for it, and i was able to kill 2 birds with one stone. I got t to check out kensington gardens, and enjoy afternoon tea on a…More »

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 4. Hot Doug's

3324 N California Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 279-9550

Categories: Fast Food, Hot Dogs

Neighbourhood: Avondale

5.0 star rating
  5/17/2011

Hmmmm....where do i begin. I guess i should begin by mentioning that on my last trip to chicago nearly 3 years ago, we were on a damn mission to get here to try the infamous hot dogs & duck fat fries that Bourdain raved about on his chicago episode.…More »

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 5. Musée du Louvre

Musée du Louvre
75001 Paris
France
+33 1 40 20 50 50

Category: Museums

Neighbourhood: Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre

5.0 star rating
  5/5/2010

One of the most amazing museums I've ever been to. It's up there as one of the best. You can literally spend an entire day here if you had the time. The architecture of the museum is an art of its own. I was honored to have been able to experience…More »

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 6. Royal Lahaina Resort and Luau

2780 Kekaa Dr
Lahaina, HI 96761
(808) 661-3611

Categories: Hotels, Restaurants

5.0 star rating
  3/23/2008

EXCELLENT SERVICE. (thanks Dom for all the hook ups!)

We booked a one room 2 bed hotel room, and lucky us we instead got a oceanfront/poolside suite equipped with 2 bathrooms, a full kitchen, living room, 2 tvs w/ cable, a king sized bed, a day bed, &…More »

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 7. Honolulu Marathon Clinic - Turkey Trot

3840 Paki Ave
Honolulu, HI 96815

Category: Active Life

Neighbourhood: Diamond Head

4.0 star rating
  11/30/2010 First to Review

I was headed to Hawaii for thanksgiving this year and what better way to start my eating marathon during my stay then to run the turkey trot! The turkey trots are usually short races, and i'm glad to find that this one is 10 miles long, in the…More »

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 8. Jacques Torres Chocolate

66 Water St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 875-9772

Categories: Chocolatiers and Shops, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt

Neighbourhood: DUMBO

4.0 star rating
  3/6/2010

We came here to try their infamous hot chocolate after a cool brisk walk across the brooklyn bridge, which was recommended by a local friend who lived in the area. It was definitely appropriate considering the time of the year we visited. Very small…More »

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 9. Bell In Hand Tavern

45-55 Union St
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 227-2098
3.0 star rating
  2/5/2008

Well the bf and I visited boston bc we wanted to check out Fenway Park and their green monster. I'm a die hard A's fan, and of course, they were playing them that weekend.  Of course, we also wanted to go site seeing because we've never been to…More »

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 10. Phil's BBQ

3750 Sports Arena Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 226-6333

Categories: Barbeque, Venues & Event Spaces, Caterers

Neighbourhood: Midway

5.0 star rating
  5/12/2009

So the 45 min wait in line on mother's day to get into this place to see what the hype was all about was definitely worth it. We shared a beefy rib & chicken dinner platter with a side of macaroni salad and onion rings was off the chain! It was also…More »

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 11. Jazz on the Park

36 W 106th St
New York, NY 10025
(212) 932-1600

Category: Hostels

Neighbourhood: Manhattan Valley

4.0 star rating
  2/16/2008

As far as hostels go....this place is not bad at all. I've been to ones way worse. The location is great, next to central park, and a few blocks from the subway. I recommend you pack lightly though, as the lockers are pretty small. Feels like you're…More »

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 12. Le Bernardin

155 W 51st St
New York, NY 10019
(212) 554-1515

Category: Seafood

Neighbourhoods: Midtown West, Theater District

5.0 star rating
  6/28/2011

If i can summarize this place in 1 word, it would simply be: SEAFOODGASM.

We were excited to check out Eric Ripert's kitchen. Best Seafood restaurant in the world? We jumped at the opportunity. Not to mention Bourdain made us drool during his food…More »

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 13. The Westin Boston Waterfront

425 Summer Street
Boston, MA 02210
(617) 532-4600

Category: Hotels

Neighbourhood: South Boston

4.0 star rating
  2/16/2008

Great location if you're attending a conference @ the Boston convention center, as it is right next door. It's located right by the pier, and across the street/bridge to the train station. The hotel is huge, w/ various amenities. There's a nice bar…More »

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 14. Bubbies Homemade Ice Cream & Desserts

1010 University Ave
Honolulu, HI 96826
(808) 949-8984
5.0 star rating
  11/24/2009

This review is solely on the mochi ice cream. They also have shakes & ice cream that we didn't try. The best Mochi I've tasted thus far!!! Fresh & tons of different flavors to choose from. We got the dozen variety pack & tried each one! Everything…More »

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 15. Paris Spa by Mandara

3655 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 946-4366

Categories: Gyms, Day Spas

Neighbourhood: The Strip

3.0 star rating
  1/11/2009

Came here with a bridal party for a spa day. Although the price was pretty decent compared to any of the other spas we reseached in vegas....i have to admit for the money we paid, you would expect something a lot more extravagant. The front desk was…More »

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 16. Solvang Restaurant

1672 Copenhagen Dr
Solvang, CA 93463
(805) 688-4645

Category: Scandinavian

4.0 star rating
  11/5/2010

If you ever get a chance to stop in Solvang, make sure you make a pit stop at this place, if simply for their infamous aebleskivers. Love how they're served fresh & warm, and you get a glimpse of them in action at the purchase window. Super cute! If…More »

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 17. XOCO

449 N Clark St
Chicago, IL 60654
(312) 334-3688

Category: Mexican

Neighbourhood: Near North Side

4.0 star rating
  5/17/2011

I've heard great things about Frontera Grill, and decided to check out Rick Bayless' other restaurant, so here i was. I had the chicken tinga with a cafe con leche and infamous churro, while my friend tried the milanesa torta with a mexican…More »

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 18. Nook

746 9th Ave
New York, NY 10019
(212) 247-5500

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhoods: Hell's Kitchen, Midtown West, Theater District

5.0 star rating
  3/6/2010

Located in the heart of Hell's Kitchen.

Very small and quaint spot. So cute & comfy.  We arrived here early, midweek right when they opened...(11am). It was really nice bc we got the place pretty much to ourselves. Our chef/hostess accommodated us…More »

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 19. Vanessa's Dumpling House

118 Eldridge St
New York, NY 10002
(212) 625-8008

Categories: Chinese, Asian Fusion

Neighbourhood: Lower East Side

5.0 star rating
  3/5/2010

Yes...can this be right? Me giving 4 stars to a Chinese restaurant?!! Yes, I'm usually not big on Chinese, but this place is definitely an exception. You can't go wrong with awesome prices and good food. All kinds of different flavors of dumplings to…More »

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 20. Pike Place Market Gum Wall

Pike St
Seattle, WA 98101

Categories: Local Flavor, Landmarks & Historical Buildings

Neighbourhood: Downtown

4.0 star rating
  9/10/2010

So incredibly disgusting, but soooo cool & artsy at the same time. Would make for a rad engagement photo. I'm just sayin! So go check it out, & mark your territory with a big wad of GUM! ;o)

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 21. Café Habana

17 Prince St
New York, NY 10012
(212) 625-2001

Categories: Cuban, Mexican

Neighbourhood: Nolita

5.0 star rating
  3/5/2010

If you want awesome hearty wholesome cuban food, this is your joint. Undeniably the best Cuban food I've ever tasted (granted i've never been to Cuba!). But don't take my word for it...the 700+ other reviews speaks for itself. Definite must try...and…More »

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 22. Serious Pie

316 Virginia St
Seattle, WA 98121
(206) 838-7388

Category: Pizza

Neighbourhood: Downtown

5.0 star rating
  9/10/2010

SERIOUSLY AMAZING PIE!!!!!!!

Definitely believe the hype. I've had amazing pizza in my lifetime (italy tops it all), so I think I can safely say that this is one of the best pizzas i've had. We had the infamous Chanterelle mushroom & truffle cheese…More »

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 23. Splash Cafe

197 Pomeroy Ave
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
(805) 773-4653
5.0 star rating
  2/4/2008

The food here is DELICIOUS!!!!!! We come here each time we head down to pismo beach. I love their clam chowder bowls and fried calamari.  The place is always packed, it's THAT GOOD! and it's right by the beach...the price is very reasonable as well!…More »

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 24. Granville Island Public Market

1661 Duranleau St
Vancouver, BC V6H 3S3
Canada
(604) 666-6477

Categories: Grocery, Fruits & Veggies

Neighbourhood: Granville Island/False Creek

4.0 star rating
  9/10/2010

Love this place! Definitely a must go if you make a trip to vancouver. Got to meet Michael Buble the last time i came even! tons of different foods to try, everything from fruit to fresh seafood, to coffee, pastries & baked goods, to pasta galore! a…More »

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 25. Steppenwolf Theatre Company

1650 N Halsted St
Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 335-1650

Category: Performing Arts

Neighbourhoods: Lincoln Park, DePaul

4.0 star rating
  5/17/2011

I wanted to check out a live show while in chicago bc i didn't have the opportunity last time. I chose this theater bc of all the rave. It's located in the heart of lincoln park. The theater itself is small and intimate. You get a good view of the…More »

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 26. Disney's World of Color

1313 S Disneyland Dr
Anaheim, CA 92802
(714) 781-4565

Category: Amusement Parks

5.0 star rating
  11/10/2010

One word to describe this experience: AMAZING. Have never seen a water show like it. It even tops the water shows in vegas. It's a great combination of music, lights, water, fire & action! I have to admit, i'm one of those that isn't a big fan of…More »

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 27. Millennium Park

201 E Randolph St
Chicago, IL 60686
(312) 742-1168

Categories: Parks, Local Flavor, Venues & Event Spaces

Neighbourhood: The Loop

5.0 star rating
  9/24/2008

The most amazing architectural park i've ever visited. Absolutely innovative and beautiful. Great place for a outdoor concert. I had so much fun venturing around this park..it was an architectural dream!! My favorite was of course the tiffany "bean"…More »

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 28. Fumi's Kahuku Shrimp

56-777 Kamehameha Hwy
Kahuku, HI 96731
(808) 232-8881

Categories: Food Stands, Seafood

5.0 star rating
  11/24/2009

Comparing between Giovannis, The Famous Kahuku Shrimp Truck, & Fumis, we found Fumi's to have the freshest & best tasting shrimp! Most likely because they have a live shrimp farm right in the back of their truck. We also found them to be the…More »

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 29. Brooklyn Bridge

Brooklyn, NY 11201

5.0 star rating
  1/6/2011

I've been to new york a handful of times, and each time i visit, i can't help but revisit this gorgeous bridge and soak in the amazing view of the city skyline. I would say nothing compares to new york & you will immediately fall in love with this…More »

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 30. Hacienda De Colores

1113 Montoya St NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
(505) 247-0013
5.0 star rating
  2/17/2008 First to Review

If you're in the area..and want to stay at a lovely romantic b&b near old town, this is definitely a must. The hacienda sits on a 6-acres of land with a spanish-styled adobe. Our room was quite spacious but cozy, equipped w/ a queen-sized canopy bed,…More »

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 31. Fenway Park

4 Yawkey Way
Boston, MA 02115
(877) 733-7699

Category: Stadiums & Arenas

Neighbourhood: Fenway

5.0 star rating
  2/18/2008

If you're a TRUE baseball fan like i am, you would truly appreciate fenway park. I would say it's the epitome of what a baseball stadium should be (and i've been to quite a few). Although i'm a DIE-HARD OAKLAND A's fan, I can truly appreciate a good…More »

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 32. Sketch

9 Conduit Street
London W1S 2XG
UK
+44 20 7659 4500

Categories: French, Venues & Event Spaces, Modern European

Neighbourhood: Piccadilly

5.0 star rating
  5/3/2010

We enjoyed afternoon tea here at the parlour room. Very hip, out of this world, chic, & artsy. loved it there! Conveniently located by oxford street...what a great way to unwind & relax after an afternoon of shopping. We had the "cream tea" which…More »

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 33. Central Park

830 5th Ave
New York, NY 10024
(212) 310-6600

Category: Parks

5.0 star rating
  4/29/2009

If i can describe this place in one word:

MAGNIFICENT!!!!!

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 34. Les Bateaux Mouches

Pont de l'Alma
75008 Paris
France
+33 1 42 25 96 10

Categories: Boat Charters, Tours

4.0 star rating
  5/6/2010

4.5 Stars!!!

I learned about this boat tour through one of my travel guides. For merely 10 euros, you get to hop aboard a guided tour boat that lead you through a 70 min tour of both the right & left banks of the Seine. They even had translation in…More »

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 35. Wrigley Field

1060 W Addison St
Chicago, IL 60613
(773) 404-2827

Categories: Stadiums & Arenas, Food

Neighbourhoods: Wrigleyville, Lakeview

4.0 star rating
  9/24/2008

Great ball park filled with awesome die-hard fans. We sat in the right center field bleachers to watch the cubs play st. louis. I particularly enjoyed the brick walls, and the apartments with bleacher seats on top of the roof. Overall....awesome…More »

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 36. Yankee Stadium - CLOSED

880 River Ave
Bronx, NY 10452
(718) 293-4300

Category: Stadiums & Arenas

Neighbourhood: Concourse Village

3.0 star rating
  2/19/2008

As a baseball fan, i'm priviledged to have been able to step foot into a place filled with so much history. When you think of America's favorite past time, you think of baseball, and when you think of baseball...you think of the yankees. (That says a…More »

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 37. Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

6 Parvis Notre-Dame - Place Jean-Paul II
75004 Paris
France
+33 1 42 34 56 10

Categories: Churches, Landmarks & Historical Buildings

Neighbourhoods: Île de la Cité - Île Saint Louis, Notre Dame De Paris

5.0 star rating
  5/6/2010

What I really admire about this cathedral, and what makes it distinguishable from other cathedrals that i've visited is it's gothic nature. Its ironically very appealing but beautiful at the same time. Centrally located, and it really makes a bold…More »

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 38. Mama's Fish House

799 Poho Pl
Paia, HI 96779
(808) 579-8488

Categories: Seafood, Hawaiian

4.0 star rating
  Update - 1/26/2012

**3.5 STARS**

I came back here for a 2nd time, and while i still believe the beach setting is absolutely gorgeous, and it's a restaurant to try at least once, i think it's a bit overrated and super expensive. Our meal was well over $200 not including…More »

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  • 5.0 star rating
    3/23/2008

    By far the BEST restaurant that i've eaten at in MAUI. Incredibly beautiful location (absolutely… Read more »

 39. Vij's Restaurant

1480 W 11th Ave
Vancouver, BC V6H 1L1
Canada
(604) 736-6664

Category: Indian

Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville

5.0 star rating
  2/17/2010

Awesome twist to the traditional indian cuisine, but sooooo incredibly good. This restaurant had good raves from tripadvisor, anthony bourdain, & yelp itself..so of course it was a must-eat while we were here. I did my homework, and found out the…More »

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 40. Lou Mitchell's Restaurant & Bakery

565 W Jackson Blvd
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 939-3111

Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Diners, Bakeries

Neighbourhood: Near West Side

5.0 star rating
  9/24/2008

Hands down, the best breakfast I've ever had. That says something especially since i'm not a breakfast-food type of gal. So good, we went twice during our short stay.  The coffee is awesome, the donut holes are delish, and the omelettes in the grill…More »

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