Travel

International Travel Writer for Writing Projects and Consultation. Based in the Philadelphia (Philly), New York (NY), New Jersey (NJ) region.

Los Angeles: Entourage Optional

July 9, 2005
By Marla Cimini
Los Angeles: Entourage Optional

Increase your odds of a celebrity run-in by jetting to L.A. for a weekend of stargazing and a taste of Hollywood glamour. Get into the “Old Hollywood” groove with a pina colada at Trader Vic’s (yes, just like in the Zevon song). For sushi and the celeb scene, make a patio reservation at Koi....

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Chicago: Everyone’s Kind of Town

May 21, 2005
By Marla Cimini
Chicago: Everyone’s Kind of Town

Hipper than ever, Chicago is one fantastic town that lives up to its reputation. Why else would this city have a seemingly infinite number of hit songs about its charms? Chicago’s dining scene is pure joy. Organic brunch at North Pond in Lincoln Park has a lovely ground level view and there’s spice at...

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Wissahickon Gorge: A Picturesque Place to Hike

May 21, 2005
By Marla Cimini
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The six-mile-long Wissahickon Gorge, located in the northernmost part of the park, features several side valleys that lead into the city. On the western side, walk along Forbidden Drive (forbidden only to motor vehicles), an old carriage road that runs along the creek itself. This picturesque trail attracts hikers, runners, bicyclists and horseback riders...

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