George Newman
An IT professional by day, George blogs about food and travel adventures during his spare time. In addition, he likes eating cream puffs, has diverse interests which includes dancing salsa, playing tennis, sampling great Belgian beer and exploring Third-world countries.
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Quebec City Food Walking Tour ReviewAre you a traveler who places high importance on food while on the road? A foodie who's eager to discover Quebec City's local specialties? Then the Quebec City food walking tour is perfect for you. -
HI Quebec City Hostel (Auberge Internationale) ReviewSearching for clean, comfortable and cheap accommodations in Quebec City? Hosteling International's Quebec City hostel fits the bill. -
Where to Find Great Belgian Beer in New York CityMost well-crafted Belgian beers are available in New York City bars and restaurants. If you are stuck in rut drinking mediocre Belgian beers like Stella Artois, Hoegaarden, and Leffe, here's where to find the good stuff. -
Flavia Pennetta Practice Session at the 2010 US OpenFlavia Pennetta is the first female tennis player from Italy to be ranked in the women's Top 10. Currently ranked #21, Pennetta attracts attention not just for her outstanding play on the courts but also for her model-like looks. Here she is shown practicing before her first-round match at the U -
Ana Ivanovic Practicing at the 2010 US OpenAna Ivanovic, the 2008 French Open champion and two-time Grand Slam finalist, practices during the 2010 US Open tournament in Flushing Meadows, New York. Ivanovic is eager to recapture her old form and climb back up the WTA tennis rankings, and hopefully win another Grand Slam. -
Have You Heard of Hudson Restaurant Week in New Jersey?I'm sure you already know about the NYC Restaurant Week. However, did you know that across the Hudson River, New Jersey also has its own version - Hudson Restaurant Week in Hoboken, Jersey City, Union City, and Weehawken? -
Hakone Open Air Museum: Great Fun for Adults and Children AlikeThe Hakone Open Air Museum is a fun place to visit for the entire family. It offers unique and off-beat oversized sculptures, exhibition halls including the Picasso Pavilion, children's play areas, and a relaxing hot spring foot bath. -
Tagaytay Picnic Grove Riding the ZiplineFun and adventure await at Tagaytay's Picnic Grove, where you can take the zipline to fly through the air for fifteen seconds of hair-raising excitement. -
Japanese Restaurants Food Replicas Display WindowsIn Japan, it is common for restaurants to display plastic replicas of their Japanese food menu items to attract customers. These fake Japanese food replicas look quite realistic and as appetizing as the real thing! -
Lunch at a Conveyor Belt Sushi Restaurant in Tokyo, JapanWhen in Japan, do as the Japanese do. That includes selecting your favorite sushi in color-coded plates from the conveyor belt for a quick, delicious and affordable meal. So grab a seat at the counter, pour some tea, and watch out for your favorite sushi on the conveyor belt!! -
Tsukiji Fish Market Bluefin Tuna Auction in TokyoTsukiji fish market in central Tokyo is the biggest wholesale fish and seafood market in the world, and has become popular with tourists who want to witness the morning tuna auction. -
Staying at a Capsule Hotel in TokyoSome photos from my stay at a capsule hotel in the Shinjuku district of Tokyo, Japan. The capsule bed was comfortable, and less claustrophobic than I expected. Staying at a capsule hotel was definitely a unique experience, and something I'd do again. -
Sweeping the Clay Courts at Roland Garros (French Open)This video is from the outer courts at the French Open (Roland Garros). -
A Photo Walking Tour of Boston's Beacon Hill NeighborhoodDiscover the charming neighborhood of Beacon Hill and learn how to take better travel pictures by taking a photo walking tour offered by Boston's Photowalks. -
Jumbo Mussels for Lunch in the Town of Philippine, The NetherlandsMussels are the national dish of Belgium. Surprisingly, most of the mussels consumed in Belgium are grown in the Netherlands. Where can you find the best? Across the Dutch border in the small town of Philippine. -
Comic Strip Murals in Brussels, BelgiumComics murals are all over Brussels - here's a few that I found
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New Costume for the Manneken Pis in Brussels, BelgiumBrussels's most famous tourist attraction, the Manneken Pis (Pissing Boy), gets yet another new costume - the event is marked by a Venetian masked ball costume party.
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A Visit to St. Sixtus Abbey in WestvleterenA drive through the Belgian countryside to the small town of Westvleteren, where the monks at St. Sixtus abbey brew the highly-rated, world-famous namesake beer.
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Beer-Tripping in BelgiumAll the beers I drank during my week-long trip to Belgium, with stops in Brussels, Ghent, and Bruges.
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Graffiti in Belgium and AmsterdamPhotos of striking graffiti taken in Brussels, Ghent, Bruges, and Amsterdam.
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The Two Faces of Professor CalculusSee the two sides of Professor Calculus, one of the major characters from the comic series Adventures of Tintin, shown here at the Comics Museum in Brussels, Belgium.
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How Belgians Eat MusselsMy friend Luc, who is Belgian, demonstrates the proper technique for eating mussels (moules), the Belgian national dish. This method does not require the use of any utensils.
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Roger Federer Practicing at the 2009 US OpenA video of Roger Federer practicing at the 2009 US Open.
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Feliciano Lopez Joma outfit at the US OpenWhat was Spanish tennis player Feliciano Lopez wearing at the 2009 US Open? His Joma orange and black outfit plus Nike shoes
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Nike Shop at the 2009 US OpenVisitors at the US Open can get the latest, coolest Nike tennis shoes and apparel at the Nike booth on-site
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Why You Should Go to Tennis CampThe author draws on his experiences attending tennis camp, and enumerates the benefits the average tennis player will derive from attending them.
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Five Reasons to Visit El SalvadorThe author relates some of his experiences from a recent week-long vacation in El Salvador, and enumerates five reasons why any traveler should consider a trip to that country.
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How I Got Tickets to Roland GarrosTennis fans who wish to watch Roland Garros have limited choices as far as obtaining tickets. Usually the only options are going through expensive ticket resellers and websites. There is a lesser known way of geting tickets that admittedly involves a bit of luck.
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A Memorable Lunch Cruise on the Loboc River in BoholFloating restaurants offer a scenic, all-you-can eat buffet lunch on the Loboc river which has become a must-do for tourists to Bohol. The author recounts his interesting experience on the lunch cruise.
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Kyotofu Japanese Dessert Bar in New York City (NYC)A review of the tasty desserts at Kyotofu, a Japanese dessert bar in New York City
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Where to Take Spanish Language Courses in New York CityThis article enumerates the best options available to the adult learner who wishes to take Spanish language lessons, either as a total beginner or to brush up on previously acquired Spanish language skills
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Ten Smart Travel Tips for Europe from Rick StevesAt the recently-concluded New York Times Travel show, best-selling guidebook author Rick Steves shares ten tips to make your vacation in Europe a more fun and meaningful one.
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Ten Travel Myths According to Arthur FrommerFifty years since the release of his first guidebook, "Europe on Five Dollars a Day", Arthur Frommer shares ten travel myths which he has learned from his years of working in the travel industry. He dispels these myths to better inform the travelling public.
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Coffee Addict Discovers Japanese Green Teas - a Tasting ExperienceA life-long coffee drinker samples and learns about different varieties of Japanese green tea. Whether he is converted is another story.
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Why You Should Visit Greenwich Village, New York CityVisitors to New York City who have visited the usual sightseeing attractions will no doubt enjoy the unique charm and attractions of Greenwich Village, which include its rich history, gourmet food shops and restaurants, and Washington Square Park.
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Travel to Granada, NicaraguaThe wonders of Granada, a lakeside colonial town in Nicaragua, and the various sights and activities in the area, based on my recent visit.
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Bank Street Hostel - Best Value Accommodations in Old City, PhiladelphiaThe Bank St. hostel in Old City, Philadelphia, offers the best value accommodations in the historic area, and is close to the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, and other attractions.
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Border Crossing Woes into Nicaragua and a Great Time in GranadaA few days exploring the colonial town of Granada and Ometepe island in Nicaragua.
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Two Days in Antigua, GuatemalaMy 2nd visit to Antigua (Guatemala), the people I met, and the misfortune of my delayed luggage.
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A Visit to the Copan Ruins and Roatan Island in HondurasNotes from my visit to the Mayan ruins at Copan and the island of Roatan - both in Honduras.
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Hiking the San Ramon Waterfalls in Ometepe Island, NicaraguaOur hiking adventure to the San Ramon waterfalls while staying on Ometepe island in Nicaragua.
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First-Time Asian Speed Dating ExperienceMy first time in going to a speed dating party in New York City, organized by an Asian matchmaking company.
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Rice to Riches: Hip Dessert Place in New York CityThis article reviews Rice to Riches in NoLita (NYC), a unique dessert place which serves 21 different flavors of rice pudding.
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New U.S. Citizen: My Naturalization Interview and Taking Citizenship OathThis article recounts my afternoon at the Citizenship and Immigration Services office where I underwent the naturalization interview and oath taking ceremony.
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How My Amazon Jungle Tour in Ecuador Became an Unforgettable Teaching ExperienceThis is an anecdote about our visit to the Cando community school located in the remote parts of the Amazon jungle in Ecuador, and our attempts to teach the local schoolchildren the basics of our native tongues.
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Walking and Eating Tour of Greenwich Village (New York City)This is a review of the 3-hour "Greenwich Village Food and Culture Tour" I participated in. The tour visits several restaurants and food specialty stores in this neigborhood, with stops for tastings along the way.
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Maine Bus Tour with Paradise VacationsThis recounts the hilarious happenings during last year's July 4th weekend bus trip to Maine (Bar Harbor, Acadia National Park, Bangor) and Boston.
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Masa: Upscale Sushi Restaurant in New York CityThis recounts my dining experience at New York City's most expensive restaurant, Masa, where the prix-fixe omakase dinner is $350 (not including tax, tip, and beverages).
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Speechless With My Salsa GoddessThis is a humorous account of my crush on a classmate in salsa dance class, and how I missed an opportunity to ask her out.
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Unintended Consequences of a Surprise GiftThis article is a humorous account of the challenges I faced when I finally got a DVD player and couldn't figure out how to make it work.
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Spanish Language Students in Antigua, GuatemalaThis article recounts our hilarious experience at Frida's, a popular hangout for foreigners taking Spanish language lessons in Antigua, Guatemala. It specifically involves a mistaken case of petty thievery over specially-priced drinks.
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Menupages.com: An Invaluable Resource for Manhattan DinersThis article talks about the website Menupages.com, which lists over 4500 menus of restaurants located in Manhattan (NYC). In addition, users can search for specific restaurants based on area and location, as well as read other diners' reviews.
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Cradle Snatcher IndexThis is a humorous take on the seemingly wide age gaps between some couples in a relationship, and how I have developed a rule-of-thumb measurement to determine if a prospect is a suitable match based on both persons' ages.