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Look over my shoulder as I travel across America on the trip of a lifetime. I review the hotels I stay at, the restaurants I eat at, the flights I take, the trains I ride, and the things I do.
Marukame Udon is a popular Japanese restaurant in the heart of Waikiki, Honolulu's premier tourism district. Reservations are not accepted. And why should they be when hungry locals and tourists alike are willing to wait in line to satisfy their craving for homemade udon and, tempura? But with those lengthy lines stretching down Kuhio Avenue, …
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70 Days Across America: A tiny corner cafe in downtown Oakland serves mouthwatering halal Mexican food so authentic, Donald Trump would build a wall around it! Maya Halal Taqueria serves burritos, bowls, nachos, tacos, and plates. Open for lunch and dinner six days a week! Why I’m Here … So what am I doing in …
70 Days Across America Oakland, California, is a diverse city of 433,031 people. While the city has dozens of neighborhoods, most locals divide it into Downtown Oakland, West Oakland, North Oakland, and East Oakland - which are collectively thought of as the Flatlands - and the Oakland Hills. Why I’m Here … So what am …
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Los Barrios Mexican Restaurant San Antonio is a popular Mexican eatery in the South Texas city. Serving authentic "casero style" cooking, it has an extensive menu running from appetizers and soups to nachos, a la carte dishes, and numerous Mexican dinners. 70 Days Across America I spent a week in the city of San Antonio. …
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70 Days Across America C'est La Vie Restaurant is a California-style French restaurant overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Laguna Beach, California. The menu runs from burgers, salads, and crepes to seafood, French specialties, and pasta. And it overlooks the beach. Why I’m Here … So what am I doing in Laguna Beach? Laguna Beach is …
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70 Days Across America The Danville Eugene O'Neill Festival is held each fall in the San Francisco Bay Area. Plays by the Irish-American playwright are staged in a barn at Tao House in the bucolic hills of the Tri-Valley area. Although the plays were sold out, room was made for me to attend one. What …
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70 Days Across America San Antonio Day of the Dead - known as Dia de los Muertos -in Spanish - is an important holiday with roots dating back 3,000 years. This festival is a celebration of the dearly departed. There are more than 20 events, with processions, parades, festivals, and live music. Why I’m Here …
70 Days Across America Blackhawk Museum Classic Car Collection is one of five collections at one of the most eclectic and interesting museums in the San Francisco Bay Area. Others include the Old West., ancient China, out of Africa, and the natural world. Why I’m Here … So what am I doing in Danville? Danville …
There is more to see and do in Pleasanton than the Alameda County Fair! Check out what to see and do in the city's charming downtown district in this guide to Visiting Pleasanton, California - a quick guide to history, architecture, and what not to miss,Â
Poor House Bistro claims to be the only authentic Cajun style eatery in San Jose, California. Located within walking distance of San Jose Diridon Station, it makes a perfect spot for a quick bite before boarding or alighting from a train. Live entertainment livens things up after dark.