After a long flight to Hong Kong take the free shuttle to the SkyCity Marriott just a few minutes from the Hong Kong airport on Lantau Island. Make an appointment at the Marriott’s Quan Spa for a Foot Reflex Massage to get the circulation back in your legs after the long flight.  Have a great meal in one of their fine-dining…

After years of being isolated due to economic sanctions the country of Burma/Myanmar is poised on the brink of change.  Sanctions are being lifted and the government has eased its position in many areas.  For many years Myanmar as been a favorite destination of Europeans who relished visiting a country untainted by Western…

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Love is everywhere on Valentine’s Day

Malaysia is an interesting country with many ethnic groups…

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Visit the “Sweetest Place on Earth” – Hershey, Pennsylvania

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Yee Sang is one of those fun recipes that always turns out right.  It is popular during Chinese New Year with people in Malaysia and Singapore because the names mean “abundance” and “liveliness,” both of which are auspicious for the coming year.

Collect the following ingredients but, truthfully, one can pick the items…

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The perfect paring at Turning Stone Casino: beer and fine dining

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The Lake Charles, Louisiana, Mardi Gras Museum is housed in a building that was once a school. Today the building is the Central School Arts & Humanities Center.  The Mardi Gras Museum is just one of the organizations housed in the building. The museum claims to have the largest collection of Mardi Gras costumes on display – they are fantastic.  Besides the amazing costumes they have animated mannequins that tell the story of Mardi…

Located on Lantau Island next to the Hong Kong International Airport, the SkyCity Marriott is more than your average airport hotel.  It is a destination with great culinary experiences awaiting the traveler looking for something out of the ordinary. Located on the mezzanine level with a view of the South China Sea, the Man Ho offers…

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The Cake Boss is coming to the Seneca Niagara Casino in Niagara Falls

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The King of Dumplings at the SkyCity Marriott

Located on Lantau Island next to the Hong Kong International Airport, the SkyCity Marriott is more your average airport hotel.  It is a destination with great culinary experiences awaiting the traveler looking…

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Turning Stone’s Signature Fruit- and Spice-Infused Waters  

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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 growing fast.  Yes, it is a budget airline but they do it nicely. …

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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Plan to visit the Seneca Casinos and be entertained

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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 the site of 1932 and 1980 Olympics. After the skiing,…

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 sale now.  The singer, writer, guitarist, producer and engineer worked with a…

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! Oh! My!

Sha Sha’s concept and design is…

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 Year of the Dragon 4710.  The flight to Hong Kong from New…

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 delights in honor of the Chinese Lunar New Year 2012 – the Year of…