Tasty Destination - Food & Travel

When visiting New York City, it may be important to you to enjoy fine dining restaurants, bars and lounges. If you are not in the market to experience these spots daily, then you will want to take special care in researching for the one-time event that you are planning. It is important to know how much you may want to spend, what area of the city will you frequent and most especially, the type of food that you desire. There are so many fine restaurants in New York City. Many restaurants compete to be the very best at preparing their highly advertised, specialty items. They all work very hard to earn their money and to give their customers a most memorable experience. They each hope that you will be talking about them long after they have served you your meal. They hope that you will recommend them to your friends who plan to be visiting the city. There are various city locales, such as Greenwich, Manhattan or Soho. All of these are experiences of unique downtown areas. Some restau...

Fans of this series may be charmed by watching their high-heeled gal pals whistle up a taxi in quintessential NYC style, but when you stop to consider how much these fictional denizens probably spend on transportation you might wonder just how they can afford all those Loubotins and Manolo Blahniks (forget "hello, lover", how about "hello, bankruptcy"?). For the native New Yorker or visiting tourist, the need to get from here to there in an affordable manner is essential, and luckily the city provides for many forms of transportation that will cost less than sitting in a cab for hours on end. So here are just a few options for those who want to hit up the nightlife in Tribeca or the Meatpacking District (but can't actually afford to live there). The first option is to drive a car, but while this might be more affordable than taking taxis it's not exactly the most efficient choice. Owning a car is a rather expensive proposition to begin with, and in New...

When it comes to counteracting the stresses of everyday life, pretty much everyone can agree that hitting the road in search of unpopulated wilderness is the way to go. Of course, some people aren't keen to camp on the cold, hard ground, so a small population with some tourist amenities is nice, and in both regards there are many lake communities across the U.S. that can deliver. So if you're looking for a locale that will provide you with hassle-free living and a peaceful communion with nature, here are some of the best lakes to visit . by  jcookfisher 1. Lake Tahoe. This mountain lake straddles the border of California and Nevada, but really bears the best-known hallmarks of neither. It lacks both the arid heat and the crowded atmosphere that have come to characterize these two states, which makes for a welcome respite for residents. Situated at over 6,000 feet above sea level in the Sierra Nevada range, Lake Tahoe is the largest alpine lake in the U.S. This means ...

To satisfy the carnivore in you, you can’t beat a good steak. The capital houses some of the worlds best steak restaurants, however we’ve narrowed it down to the following five that won’t fail to impress! 1.    You’re guaranteed to fall in love with Hawksmoor, it fits the bill perfectly; great atmosphere, excellent service and above all- great steaks. You’d be surprised to know it’s a chain, with each restaurant delivering the same great service, and food you’d find concentrated into an independent restaurant. You’ll receive a unique experience, with beef tasting at the Guildhall restaurant you’re plunged in to what can only be described as a meat heaven.

Flash mob by Filipinos in New York City for Philippine Independence Day.

There are so many attractions come at a hefty price point that you may wonder if there’s any point in traveling at all anymore. Not so, really –the real stuff, the real beauty and flavor of any place is actually still free – if you know where to look for it. Never mind, we’ve done your homework for you. 1. Smithsonian, Washington Dc If you’re looking for the rarest object or painting, you’ll find it at the Smithsonian. After all, on last count, this grand museum has a collection of 136 million items, apart from several historical and architectural monuments. 2. St. Peter's Basilica The famous Basilica of St. Peter is dominated by its huge dome, the inside of which has been forever immortalized by the famous Michelangelo. The huge church is fronted by a large bisected courtyard manned by huge colonnades. You’ll find outstanding works by Bernini, Michelangelo and other greats here. 3. National Gallery (London) This grand museum houses more than 2,300 painti...