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Sandra & John Scott's Blog – January 2012 Archive (20)

Bounce Around Asia on Air Asia

Want to visit Asia? Book the cheapest ticket you can find. Try getting low season tickets to either Paris or London, spend a day or two, and then hop on Air Asia for about $400 to Bangkok. Air Asia has been voted the best budget airline for several years in a row. It is only 10 years old and…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 31, 2012 at 10:07am — 1 Comment

Explore the Quiet Side of Hong Kong: Lantau Island

Lantau Island is a world away from busy Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. Lantau Island, located where the Pearl River flows into the South China Sea, is forested with the few high-rise buildings located along the coast. It is home to Hong Kong International Airport,…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 28, 2012 at 11:33am — No Comments

The Majestic Mohonk Resort in New York's Hudson Valley

For over 100 years the impressive Mohonk Resort Hotel high above the Hudson River has offer excellent accommodations and service for people looking for a place to escape the hectic pace of everyday life. Their Midweek Winter Getaway offered from Sunday to Thursday until March 30 makes a visit even more affordable. With wood-burning fireplaces indoors and spectacular vistas outdoors, Mohonk Mountain House is a wonderland during the winter season. Experience this…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 26, 2012 at 12:57pm — 2 Comments

When In Asia, Visit a "Wet Market"

One of the most amazing shopping experiences in Asia is a visit to a wet market. A wet market is basically a fresh food market make “wet’ by the liberal use of water to keep the poultry, meat and vegetables looking clean and fresh plus keep the fish and shellfish alive.

Traditionally they…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 24, 2012 at 1:42pm — No Comments

Family-Friendly Las Vegas

Contrary to what a lot of people think, Las Vegas can be very family friendly. It is a great place to take the grandkids. There are many great shows and activities that are no gamble at all. Truly fun for all ages and several activities are free.

Go wild: There are a variety…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 22, 2012 at 9:22am — No Comments

Be entertained in Niagara Falls

http://www.examiner.com/travel-in-syracuse/plan-to-visit-the-seneca-niagara-casino-and-be-entertained

Plan to visit the Seneca Casinos and be entertained

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 21, 2012 at 10:03pm — No Comments

Don't miss Hong Kong's green island - Lantau

http://www.examiner.com/destinations-travel-in-national/things-to-do-on-lantau-island-hong-kong

Things to do on Lantau Island, Hong Kong

Lantau Island, home to Hong Kong International Airport, is often bypassed by tourists for the more known activities in Kowloon and Hong Kong Island but there are great thing to do on Lantau.

1. Cable car: For an amazing views… Continue

Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 19, 2012 at 6:14pm — No Comments

Don't-Miss Things to Do in Lake Placid, New York

Lake Placid is the perfect destination in any season and for any reason. But it is the winter season that put Lake Placid on the map. Lake Placid, in the High Peaks area of the Adirondack, is considered the birthplace of winter sports in America and it was…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 19, 2012 at 5:32pm — 1 Comment

Great NY casinos

Entertainment is always primary at the Seneca Casinos. Coming to the cozy 440-seat Bear’s Den Showroom at Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel on March 9 is one of the music industry’s ultimate “utility performers,” Jim Messina. Tickets start at $50 and are on…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 18, 2012 at 7:28am — No Comments

Amazing Bread Pudding & Other Creole Delights in Lake Charles, Louisiana

When in Lake Charles, Louisiana head to Sha Sha’s of Creole for the most amazing bread pudding. Life is short so enjoy it. They take the original bread pudding batter and then deep fry it. When it's golden, they top it with powdered sugar, rum sauce, and Cool Whip. My!…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 17, 2012 at 1:20pm — No Comments

Not Too Late to Usher in the Year of the Dragon in Hong Kong

There is still time to hop a flight to Hong Kong where celebrating Chinese New Year is special with fireworks and a great parade. The Chinese New Year celebration starts on Jan. 23 goes to February 5. According to the Chinese Lunar Calendar it will be the…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 15, 2012 at 10:23am — No Comments

Celebrating Chinese New Year at the Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott

The SkyCity Marriott located at Hong Kong International Airport is on Lantau Island, dubbed the “lungs of Hong Kong” because of its sparse population and forest areas. The culinary team at the Marriott has prepared a variety of delectable…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 14, 2012 at 10:31am — No Comments

A Pair of Great Winter Beach Getaways in Thailand & Burma

Check out these two amazing winter getaways inSE Asia

One of the best beach destinations in the world is in Myanmar (Burma). Ngapali beach is long, the sand is cool and soft, the sea is gentle…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 13, 2012 at 9:07am — No Comments

Take Continental Airlines from Newark to Hong Kong

http://www.examiner.com/destinations-travel-in-national/take-continental-airlines-from-newark-to-hong-kong

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 12, 2012 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Meet the Master Pastry Chef at the Radisson in Dubrovnik

It is an honor to watch someone as skilled Tek Roka, the pastry chef at trendy Radisson Blu Resort & Spa in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Chef Roka create chocolate delights at the five-star resort on the Adriatic shore that opened in July 2009. Roka is originally from Nepal but worked for ten years in…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 10, 2012 at 3:20pm — No Comments

Heading to Hong Kong? Try a (Free) Cantonese Opera Appreciation Class

When in Hong Kong learn about something very Chinese. The Hong Kong Tourism Board offers a kaleidoscope of free cultural programs to help tourist learn about local culture such as the Cantonese Opera Appreciation Class. Cantonese opera is a highly respected art form that blends Chinese legend, music…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 7, 2012 at 12:08pm — 1 Comment

A great Central New York winter getaway

http://www.examiner.com/travel-in-syracuse/head-to-turning-stone-s-skana-spa-for-great-winter-getaway

Head to Turning Stone’s Skana Spa for great winter getaway

When the…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 5, 2012 at 10:57am — No Comments

Yes, You'll Find Moose in Maine - But How About One Made of 1,700 Pounds of Chocolate?

Any trip to Maine has to include spotting a moose. Wild Moose, of course, but how about a 1700-pound chocolate moose?

When in Maine be sure to stop in Scarborough, near Portland, Maine, where there is a very special moose. At Len Libby Handmade Candies meet the world’s sweetest moose,…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 4, 2012 at 1:27pm — No Comments

Upstate New York's Seneca Casino: Golf, Spa, Dining, and Gambling - An 'Everything' Destination

Seneca Casino’s Hickory Stick Golf Course name one of the best

Think spring. Think golf getaway! In only its second season in existence, Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course has received another impressive honor: Golfweek magazine named it one of the “Best Casino Courses” in the U.S. The news is featured…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 2, 2012 at 12:30pm — No Comments

The Mummer’s Parade on New Year’s Day in Philadelphia Is Truly Amazing

Dust off “dem golden slippers” and strut off to Philadelphia for a splendiferous New Year celebration. Philly’s Winter Mummerland is a multi-day family event that culminates in the Mummer’s Parade, America’s oldest folk parade, on New Year’s Day, where the weather may be cold, but the…

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Added by Sandra & John Scott on January 1, 2012 at 10:32am — 2 Comments