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March 04, 2009

Still going strong

Break dancers in Central Park

Sunday on 7th Avenue

New York 30 Years Later

Some things have changed since I was last in New York City, 30 years ago.

Thirty years ago there was a garbage workers strike, and the streets of NYC were lined with piles of stinking garbage that only NYC rats could appreciate. Of course the World Trade Centre stood proudly in lower Manhattan. We took a taxi 3 blocks because we were afraid of being mugged around Times Square. Subway trains were completely covered in graffiti, even new cars not yet in service.

When we visited NYC this past autumn I was impressed by how clean the city is now, and also by the fact that people feel safe walking in the streets day and night.

I was astonished to ride on a subway train with absolutely no graffiti. I could actually see out the windows. Amazing! Churches now occupy space that once housed bars and dance halls.

I was impressed by the pride that New Yorkers take in welcoming the hoards of tourists that flock to NYC all year long.

The city has moved on from the disaster that was the World Trade Centre. New, smaller towers are rising on part of the site, although not where the original twin towers stood.

There is some evidence of increased security with armed officers at the entrances to subway stations in Manhattan, and Times Square Security guards in evidence in this busy tourist area, to increase security, but also, more impressively, to help tourists with information and directions.

Well done NYC! You are a great city.

jd @ 10:32 p.m. | |

Love the Nicks and the Nets at MSG

A Bridge in Brooklyn

AUTUMN IN NEW YORK CITY

Central Park

Please, God, make this thing into an umbrella

before it rains again!

jd @ 3:15 p.m. | |

jd @ 3:09 p.m. | |

November 19, 2006

SEVEN WONDERS OF THE ANCIENT WORLD

MAUSOLEUM OF HALICARNASSUS
THE GREAT PYRAMID OF GIZA
THE HANGING GARDENS OF BABYLON
THE STATUE OF ZEUS AT OLYMPIA
THE TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS AT EPHESUS
THE COLOSSUS OF RHODES
THE LIGHTHOUSE AT ALEXANDRIA

VOTING IS CURRENTLY TAKING PLACE TO DECIDE ON A NEW " 7 WONDERS" LIST.www.new7wonders.com/index.php

jd @ 7:57 p.m. | |

November 16, 2006

ATHENS, GREECE

A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT FROM THE MIDDLE OF APRIL, ON- THE RAINS END

Athens. A magical city. The city with the most glorious history in the world, is worshipped by gods and people. The enchanting capital of Greece has always been the birthplace of civilization. It is the city where democracy was born and most of the wise men of ancient times. The most important civilization of ancient world flourished in Athens and relives through superb architectural masterpieces. Who doesn't know the Acropolis of Athens? www.greece-athens.com

jd @ 7:34 p.m. | |

October 24, 2006

Palma De Mallorca,Majorca, Balearic Islands
WINTER IS APPROACHING AND MY MIND HAS WANDERED TO PLACES WHERE I WOULD LIKE TO BE DURING THAT SEASON. HIGH ON MY LIST IS PALMA DE MALLORCA, SPAIN.

Location: On the south coast at the centre of the wide Bay of Palma. International airport of Son Sant Joan is 5 miles east. (See Maps)(TOURISTIC CITY MAP .PDF FREE)

Telephone IDD code from UK: 00 34

Position: Built on undulating land, extending into pine-clad foothills to the west. Flatter agricultural land to the north and west. (Link)

General description: The island's capital city with a population of 325,000 and a sizeable port, Palma offers a rich mix of history, culture and nightlife. There is also ready access to the nearest resorts of Ca'n Pastilla (5 miles) and Cala Mayor (4 miles). Fascinating central area with narrow streets between the high walls of ancient buildings. This compact, easy to walk historic core of the city extends inland from the commercial port and the most prominent of landmarks - the cathedral (pics 360Âº:1-2-3)and royal palace. These fine monuments were built over the sacked remains of the Moorish Alcazar and mosque, razed to the ground when the Christians regained the island from the Moors. ( MALLORCAWEBSITE.COM)

jd @ 6:46 p.m. | |

October 22, 2006

Fares must rise to curb air travel

Air fares should be increased to curb frivolous air travel, according to a report issued today

should be increased to curb frivolous air travel, according to a report issued today

... but airlines cut fares as oil price drops

Virgin and Singapore among airlines to reduce fuel surcharges, but BA is yet to budge

jd @ 4:18 p.m. | |

Melbourne's global gourmets
It may not have the glitz and glamour of Sydney, but Melbourne more than makes up for it with its café lifestyle, high culture and sports-loving attitude 18/10/06 12:06 AM(Globe and Mail)

jd @ 4:10 p.m. | |

Queen-sized holidays

Do new movies like Marie Antoinette and The Queen make you want to live -- or at least vacation -- like royalty? Deanna MacDonald visits the former home of a Laotian regent, a Tuscan castle complex, and other imperial residences that have been revamped to welcome paying commoners 14/10/06 11:24 AM (Globe and Mail)

jd @ 4:09 p.m. | |

It's up anchor and around the world on these cruises
Oct. 21, 2006. 01:00 AM (Toronto Star)

jd @ 4:03 p.m. | |

It's Bath time
Oct. 19, 2006. 10:28 AM The Romans were a clean lot, it seems, even when they travelled.

jd @ 4:01 p.m. | |

Channel your energies on these island golf gems
Oct. 21, 2006. 01:00 AM
JERSEY, CHANNEL ISLANDS—While watching the Ryder Cup last month I couldn't help noticing that victorious European captain Ian Woosnam seemed to have grown about a foot over the three short days it took his boys to dismantle the U.S. side and retain the Cup at the K Club.
(Toronto Star)

jd @ 3:59 p.m. | |

London calling with AC flight pass
Oct. 21, 2006. 01:00 AM
Air Canada gone international with its "Flight Pass" deal. The new London Pass consists of six pre-paid, one-way trips between any destination across Canada and London Heathrow, and offers flexibility and value for frequent travellers to Britain.( Toronto Star)
A deal, maybe.

jd @ 3:57 p.m. | |

Catching some Rays

Oct. 21, 2006. 01:00 AM
GREEN TURTLE CAY, THE BAHAMAS—Brendal Stevens expertly eases his boat out of his dock at White Sound Harbour, then flashes a mischievous smile. (The Star)

I've done this. It is fun.

jd @ 3:48 p.m. | |

October 16, 2006

THEATRE On and Off the Great White Way in New York in October...
The Phantom of the OperaRemember your first time? Now's the time to see the longest-running show on Broadway...for the first or the tenth time! Mamma Mia!A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you'll never forget!WickedAudiences are cheering for this new musical hit inspired by the beloved story of The Wizard of Oz!
The ProducersMel Brooks' humor rocketed this show to legendary status, winning the most Tonys in Broadway history!
ChicagoVaudeville killers Roxie and Velma face off in this Tony-winning razzle dazzle hit.
Movin' OutThis one-of-a-kind Tony winner tells an all-American story with the well-loved songs of a pop icon.
RentSee Drew Lachey as filmmaker Mark Cohen in this rockin' award-winning musical now through April 10.
The Lion KingDisney's beloved movie comes to brilliant life through the magic of Julie Taymor.
Beauty and the BeastA healthy dose of Disney magic makes this long-runner a favorite for family audiences.
42nd StreetTime is running out to see this acclaimed production of a musical theater legend!
The Clean HouseA great show at the Mitzi E.. Newhouse Theater at Lincoln Center
Vivian Beaumont TheaterThe Classic 'The Coast of Utopia' at this Lincoln Center Theater
more new york city theatre..
NEWYORK.COM'S 'Fabulous Fifty' Top 10 Lists! New York is the world's capitol of so many things, so who better than the World's Greatest WebsiteTM to assemble a fabulous list of the very best that New York has to offer.
more lists...

jd @ 10:35 p.m. | |

Museums in New York in October
There are about 80 museums in New York City. Most of them are in Manhattan, and nine of those museums are located along what's called Museum Mile, along Fifth Avenue; among the latter are Metropolitan, Guggenheim and Jewish Museums which you'll find below.click here for more..

jd @ 10:32 p.m. | |

Shopping Atlas: When in Rome, feast
The Campo de' Fiori is the classic tourist stop, for its photogenic locally grown fruit and flowers fit to brighten the most Spartan of hotel rooms. But the open-air market is no longer a trove of knockoff designer sunglasses and handbags -- it has recently become illegal not only to sell, but to buy fakes, and visitors who do so may be heavily fined. The European Union wants you to pay full price.
SPOIL SPORTS!

jd @ 10:24 p.m. | |

October 12, 2006

Going Dutch

Greetings from Amsterdam, where the locals' innate talent for taking the everyday and making it supercool has ushered in a new golden age of design (Travel and Leisure)

jd @ 7:12 p.m. | |

A Distant Shore

In search of the authentic Fiji? Discover a tropical Eden where dreamers and bare feet are always welcome (Travel and Leisure)

jd @ 7:08 p.m. | |

Planning ahead can be a real bonus
Oct. 12, 2006. 01:00 AM
Sunquest's 2007 Mediterranean Cruising brochure hits the stands this week with a "first come, first save" early booking bonus on the first 1,000 cabins.(Toronto Star)

jd @ 6:53 p.m. | |

Artists' solar energy

Oct. 12, 2006. 01:00 AM
Star columnist Peter Goddard travels along the Mediterranean coast, through a sun-drenched landscape that inspired a group of visionaries to change the course of modern art.

jd @ 6:50 p.m. | |

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