Bookstores Money Travel Agency Visa Overstay Embassy Info Post Offices Mobile Phones Tropical Fruit Guidebooks Photo Printing Vaccinations 7-11 Stores Language Tailor VAT 7-11 Stores - seemingly on every block, the convenience of having so many 7-11's in the city is often much appreciated. One of our primary reasons for visiting 7-11's in Bangkok is the fact they will accept large bills for small … [Read more...]
Lamu, Kenya – Ali Hippy
A portly middle aged man sometimes can be found down by the harbor front waving large live lobsters in the faces of tourists. This gentleman, Ali Hippy is well known by the locals and tourists alike. Ali invites anyone who will take him up on his offer, to dine with himself and his 2 or 3 wives. His guests are usually tourists. His family lives in a dirt brick house located several blocks from the water front in the area of town without … [Read more...]
Lamu, Kenya – Ramadan
I visited Lamu in December and during this particular year, the Islamic holiday Ramadan was held right in the middle of the month. Most of the local people were participating in this. Fasting occurred each day between the hours of approximately 6:30am and 6:30pm. During that time period no food or water was consumed. During the night every several hours small meals are eaten. The two primary meals are iftar after sunset and suhoor before … [Read more...]
Lamu, Kenya – Restaurants
I ate at several excellent restaurants for both lunch and dinner. One of our favorite meals in Lamu was the curry. Breakfast can be an enjoyable meal in Lamu - especially when one is no hurry - taking time to enjoy the start of the day and not worrying about what the rest of the day may bring. One such cafe, called Whispers (where I had excellent breakfasts each morning) has a stone patio in the back of the restaurant surrounded by … [Read more...]
Cold Spring Tavern, Santa Barbara CA – May 2001
Cold Spring Tavern Santa Barbara - If you are ever near Santa Barbara, CA be sure to drive the old stagecoach road into town. This narrow windy road crosses the 154 (Cachuma Pass) in two locations, one near the summit and one lower down the hill north of the summit. The tavern is located about 20 minutes north of Santa Barbara. This road winds its way through a brushy canyon under the large green bridge that was built for Highway 154 to cross … [Read more...]
Janet’s Montana Cafe & Bakery, Alpine CA – April 2001
Janet's Montana Cafe & Bakery Alpine - If you are ever in Alpine California (25 miles north of San Diego right off of the 8 freeway) & are in the mood for some excellent food be sure to stop by Janet's Montana Cafe & Bakery located at 2506 Alpine Blvd. (619) 659-3874. This restaurant is very conveniently located just off of the 8 freeway and is one of the best breakfast places in town! We've stopped here for a hearty meal after a day of … [Read more...]
Xcalak, Mexico – Tierra Maya Lodge
Mentioned as one of the top ten places to stay in Mexico by the Lonely Planet Travel Guide. Hotel Tierra Maya opened in December of 1998; the name of the property was later renamed to Tierra Maya Lodge (contact information here). This is a beautiful self-contained fishing resort not yet discovered by the droves of people that frequent more popular regions of northern Yucatan. As their brochure states, "a vacation here is a union of luxury and … [Read more...]
Koi Palace, Daly City CA – November 2000
Koi Palace Daly City - If you are ever in Daly City, California (just south of San Francisco not far from the SFO airport) and you are in the mood for authentic Dim Sum, be sure to stop in around mid-day at the Koi Palace. The food is amazing and the prices are quite affordable. Chinese families fill this restaurant up and overflow into the parking lot. It is best to make reservations ahead of time for lunch, otherwise you may find yourself … [Read more...]
Catalina, CA – Restaurants
Avalon has a diversity of restaurants - most overlooking the bay or within several blocks of the water. The following are select restaurants in Avalon. As with hotels, the prices for food can be significantly lower during the off/winter season. Prices subject to change without notice. Unless otherwise noted all phone numbers are in the 310 area code Avalon Grille is located in the central part of Avalon overlooking the … [Read more...]
Catalina, CA – Nightlife
We have enjoyed drinks at all of the fine establishments listed below. See the restaurant section page of this article for more information on dining options in Avalon. Luau Larry's is located in the heart of Avalon overlooking the bay at 509 Crescent Ave. A tradition among many to stop here, Larry's is an institution on the island. They been located here for over 20 years. They are a bar and they are a restaurant but they are much more then … [Read more...]
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