Archive for Category: "Shopping"
Off the Brochure Taipei, Taiwan
Taipei, Taiwan can be a maze of new experiences–night markets, underground cafes, temples and a youth-centric nightlife. Travel correspondent Jordan Whitley gets drawn into the enigmatic spirit of the city and reports back on her pick of off-the- brochure finds. I am watching Mr. Lin, who must be no younger than 80, skillfully make [...]
Are Airports Becoming Too Complicated?
Airports are growing increasingly complex. Shopping and dining options are improving, but these mall-style airports are becoming harder to navigate. New York Times columnist Joe Sharkey and Peter debate the pro’s and con’s of today’s airport experience. Peter Greenberg: Airports are navigational challenges, aren’t there? People get lost at airports. I was just at the [...]
Travel Tip: Is Duty-Free Worth It?
Duty-free shops at airports all advertise great bargains, but are they a good deal? Here’s the first rule of thumb: for casual items, duty free is rarely a real value. Forget buying makeup, perfume and other high-priced impulse items duty free because they’re not really duty-free. You’re better off going online or visiting discount stores. Online [...]
Hidden Gems: Bermuda, Made in Bermuda
One might think that an island has to import almost everything, but Bermuda has a few surprising local products. There’s the Bermuda Perfumery in St. George’s, where visitors can observe how the perfumery’s one-of-a-kind scents are made. Another island original comes from bees. At Chartwell Apriary, you can learn first-hand from a man who calls [...]
San Diego: The Next Hot Art City?
Most beach towns don’t pride themselves on their art scene, but San Diego is working to defy expectations. September is Arts Month in the city, and Dena Rochwerger-Braun, our fit globetrotter, puts aside her beachside athletics to explore the city’s artistic side. Ah, San Diego: dream weather, sun-kissed beaches and a thriving arts scene? With [...]
Dublin Shopping & Outlet Malls: Sarah Lahey’s Irish Postcard
Looking for a shopping deal? Our global shopper Sarah Lahey sends Peter her latest postcard from Ireland to share her picks for the countryside outlets malls and Dublin boutiques. From bargain prices to the recently reduced VAT tax, shoppers can find great value as the country continues on its road to recovery. Dear Peter, Irish [...]
Bangkok Markets, Shopping & Thai Travel Tips: Suzy Gershman’s BKK Postcard
World traveler and shopper extraordinaire Suzy Gershman returns to the markets of Bangkok, Thailand. In between shopping adventures, she shares the off-season hotel and restaurant deals available to those willing to brave the summer heat. Dear Peter, Summer is a great time to visit Asia. Yes, it’s hot and humid just like at home, but [...]
5 Summer Travel Tips for Single Parents
Summer can be a double-edged sword for many single parents. With the kids free from school, there’s plenty of time for quality bonding, but there are also a lot of unstructured hours to fill. Preparation is key … and when that doesn’t work, the real trick is to be flexible. Lifestyle expert Kerri Zane has [...]
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