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Thanks for all your reassurances. I'm on your side -- having traveled quite a bit to all kinds of countries, I'm well aware that perceptions from abroad rarely match reality on the ground completely. One problem, however, is that whenever some negat…
David,
Your parents should come to Israel, have fun, see the beautiful city of Jerusalem and go home to tell their friends that visiting Israel is as safe as visiting any other place.
Best wishes,
Ophir
Scopia, LLC
www.scopia.biz
Shalom David,
When i worked for Gil Travel in Philadelphia, we would come across such concerns all the time from parents of 1000's of students going on the Birthright Israel mission, besides the numerous individuals traveling to Israel. In my perso…
Thanks much, Judith! I'm hoping to get enough solid comments of this sort and present to them. I'd love to be able to get them there this spring, but realistically, at this point, I think the timing is more likely to be September/October.
Hi David,
Your parents should know that security in the airport and on ELAL in particular is very good. In addition, in Israel, there is a security guard who checks bags and people entering hotels and restaurants, as well as malls. They should come…
Hi all. My mom and especially my dad are getting up there in years, and probably don't have too much time left for really major travel. One place remaining that they have always wanted to visit is Israel -- especially Jerusalem -- and I'd love to t…
And today in Catalan language news... piece in the NY Times about Catalonia's legislature about to approve a measure to require all foreign films be dubbed in Catalan. Good idea or now? Article.
Really thrilled to hear recently that Amtrak here in the U.S. has done something right by introducing WiFi (free, for the time being) on a number of Acela routes. Hopefully that will help improve rail's competitiveness at least on short- and medium-…
You and me both, Maureen...
Anything and everything about Rome -- facts, history, stories, legends, curiosities, as well as dining, shopping, lodging & attractions -- for all those who love la Città Eterna!
I agree with your last point especially, Paul -- when destinations try to brand themselves "cool" or "romantic" by mere fiat, it always rings false to me. But on the other hand we shouldn't underestimate the power of blanket advertising -- I've seen…
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- Widely published/traveled freelance journalist: most recently, NY Post, LA Times, MSNBC.com, National Geographic Traveler, Imbibe, etc. Former Executive Editor, Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel, Caribbean Travel & Life. Director, Tripatini.com.
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- South Florida, Spain, Italy, Mexico, Czech Republic, Cuba, Costa Rica, New York
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- Thailand, Indonesia, India, Ethiopia
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- Spanish, French, Italian, German, Russian, Czech
A Bit About Me
Hi, everyone! The founder of Tripatini.com, I'm a longtime travel writer and editor, an alum of Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism and Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service. I've edited travel for HarperCollins' guidebook division, Hearst Magazines' Diversion, and ShermansTravel.com, and served as Executive Editor of Arthur Frommer's Budget Travel and Caribbean Travel & Life.
In addition to all that, I've written for a fairly respectable chunk of the travel media, as well as general interest newspapers, magazines, and Web sites. Just a sampling: Boston Herald, Brides.com, GQ, HuffingtonPost.com, International Herald Tribune, Los Angeles Times, Men's Fitness, MSNBC.com, Miami Herald, National Geographic Traveler, New York Post, and Travel+Leisure. I've also written travel guides, most recently Pauline Frommer's Costa Rica, and co-founded CubaEnLinea.net, a social network for Cubans both in Cuba and around the world.
I speak six languages, and now live in Miami, Florida. But I lived for years in New York City, and among the more than 50 countries I've visited, I've also lived in Spain, Russia, and the Czech Republic. Travel is my overriding passion -- I get tired of many things in this life, but never, ever of travel!
Check me out on Facebook at facebook.com/david.paul.appell and follow me on Twitter at DavidPaulAppell.
In addition to all that, I've written for a fairly respectable chunk of the travel media, as well as general interest newspapers, magazines, and Web sites. Just a sampling: Boston Herald, Brides.com, GQ, HuffingtonPost.com, International Herald Tribune, Los Angeles Times, Men's Fitness, MSNBC.com, Miami Herald, National Geographic Traveler, New York Post, and Travel+Leisure. I've also written travel guides, most recently Pauline Frommer's Costa Rica, and co-founded CubaEnLinea.net, a social network for Cubans both in Cuba and around the world.
I speak six languages, and now live in Miami, Florida. But I lived for years in New York City, and among the more than 50 countries I've visited, I've also lived in Spain, Russia, and the Czech Republic. Travel is my overriding passion -- I get tired of many things in this life, but never, ever of travel!
Check me out on Facebook at facebook.com/david.paul.appell and follow me on Twitter at DavidPaulAppell.
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Boutique Eats & Sleeps in -- Cornwall?
Those who know anything about this ancient corner of southwest England love its craggy, traditional flavor -- with twee villages like Boscastle, medieval castles and ruins like Tintagel, and ubiquitous pasties (turnovers). Oh, and let's not forget The Pirates of Penzance… Continue
Posted on December 17, 2009 at 3:00pm —
London Calling, With Turkey Day in a Glass
I rediscovered just last week how lousy with Yanks is Britain's capital; at a Chinese joint in Earl's Court (a nabe of particularly high infestation) called Dragon's Palace, I felt like getting up and shouting, "OK, is anyone here not from the States?"
No matter -- especially post… Continue
Posted on November 16, 2009 at 2:00pm —
Comment Wall (103 comments)
- At 10:46am on March 12, 2010,
Henry Calderon said…
- David, planning a trip to Lima, Peru soon. Henry Calderon
- At 4:22pm on February 25, 2010,
Gary Casey said… - Hey David: Thanks for the invite. Look forward to connecting.
Gary
- At 12:06pm on February 22, 2010,
Israel Urbina said… - Asi es David, nos conocimos aqui en Cancun hace algun tiempo...sigo en PR como freelance a traves de la firma comunicologia.com.mx, ahora trabajando en un proyecto concreto que se llama News & Media Marketplace, que es basicamente citas preestablecidas entre voceros de diferentes empresas turisticas y periodistas. El ultimo fue en Ciudad de Mexico en enero y ahora estoy trabajando con propuestas para este mismo evento para otros destinos turisticos de Mexico en NY, LA, etc...cuando sea aprobado y ya en marcha te aviso, tal vez nos puedas acompañar a alguno y pasarme algunos tips para hacer uno en Miami! Seguimos en contacto y felicidades, me encanta Tripatini!!!
- At 9:52am on February 19, 2010,
Laila M. Asfoura said… - Hi David ..
Thank you for your invitation ...
Laila
- At 10:53am on February 17, 2010,
Seb Mower said… - No worries - looks like a fun site!
- At 5:16pm on February 11, 2010,
Ed Wetschler said… - Thanks, David. You mean the Tel Aviv story on EverettPotter.com? Shrimp in Israel: It's like boddhisatvas in the Vatican.
- At 6:55pm on February 2, 2010,
Dee Farrell said… - I just left Florida (Ft. Lauderdale & Tallahassee & Key West) for Australia...a repeat visit. Back in FL in springtime when less humid. Immediately before that I lived in NYC. Glad to be gone, but SYD is not much quieter.
What info do you want on OZ? The number of Americans living here? Lots! My best mate isw from Pensacola, and a damn fine writer/photo chronicler, too.
- At 12:30pm on February 2, 2010,
Lucy Izon said… - I've visited the Ice Hotel before, but never stayed the night. My friends who have commented on trying to keep their face warm after being tucked into their arctic sleeping bags. So, yesterday I went to the dollar store and picked up a $3 bellaclava (if you don't know what that is use google images). Doubt if they have them in Florida. If you want me to pick up an extra one for you, let me know. Cheers, Lucy
- At 12:09pm on February 2, 2010,
Melanie Reffes said…
- How are you ? All is fine on the S.S. Freelance ! Still covering the Caribbean and racing around through airports. You?
- At 11:25am on February 2, 2010,
Lucy Izon said…
- Hi David. Yes, the Ice Hotel should be quite a memorable adventure. Perfect for my @CanadaCool Twitter :) I don't know who else is on the list. Thanks for getting in touch. See you there. Cheers, Lucy
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