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It is said that confession is good for the soul, but I think that some things are better left unsaid or to one's imagination. LOL Besides, none of us are perfect and the only ONE that ever was perfect got hung on a cross. We don't even hang the trolls but just invite them to come join the party. LOL So come on back anytime. Menu suggestions are always welcome. I am looking forward to the time that I can have a baked chicken sandwich with mayo, lettuce, and a slice of real homegrown tomato and not that pinkish-white stuff from the stores.Have to confess, I'm a bird thread troll. Been reading this site for awhile. Most of the posts are interesting. Seems you folks have a kindred spirit.
Worked hard all week . Thinking about a baked chicken sandwich on a seedless bun (seeds go to birds) and a hot bowl of Tomato soup before
I retire to bed.:)
Hundreds of birds die in western Ky.
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#87175 Mar 9, 2013
"Is who I am"
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#87177 Mar 9, 2013
Another beautiful day! I hope the birds are happy. I am working an 8am to 5pm today. So I filled the seeds before I leave.:)
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#87178 Mar 9, 2013
Elderly people are taken advantage of much to often. I think it's great that AW takes time to help people in need, if everyone did there would be alot less pain in the world.
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#87179 Mar 9, 2013
I agree with you 100%. I'll check back in about 8 hours. Sorry so long between comments but have a lot to do.
#87180 Mar 9, 2013
Great morn, I posted early but it is gone.... So nice out.. Goin to ride my horse all day. Goin to let all the cares of the past week ride off on the trail., great one y'all....
#87181 Mar 9, 2013
u are king n my book... Great how u help the older.. U r a hero from my childhood n my days
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#87182 Mar 9, 2013
Corny? Moi? Ha-ha, thanks Oglala, I'm glad you enjoy them. I'll admit that some of them could be better, though! Have a wonderful day, my friend!
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#87183 Mar 9, 2013
You just may be on to something, there, RF! Have a great day, my friend!
#87185 Mar 9, 2013
Good morning bird threaders. I hope you all have been enjoying our beautiful Kentucky weather. I certainly have.
I have all my party snacks together and leaving in an hour to go to a BIG BLUE party. Game at noon, last home game, FLORIDA. If the Cats can't win this one and take the SEC we may not even get to the big dance. Last year we counted on being the CHAMPS, and we were, and this year we are hoping to make the tournament. It really sucks for UK fans. However, we don't ride the wagon just when they are winning, we BLEED BLUE.
I am finished with breakfast dishes, laundry, dusting, etc..fed the birds some banana nut bread, HB buns, stale bread and fresh bird seeds. I love the additional birds showing up everyday. Spring is here. Don't forget to SPRING your clocks forward. lol
I wish I would have caught you on last night. Too late when I got home to even open the laptop. Sorry I missed OJG. Happy to see her posts though.
Seen this video and cracked up, enjoy:
Listen up,'DWTS': These dogs probably dance better than Andy Dick
THE NOW video Dogs around the globe have been entertaining their owners and anyone else who'll stop long enough to watch them since well, since dogs have existed. How else do you think they earned their "man's best friend" reputation? We're not sure if some special canines have always had the ability to dance or if YouTube has magically helped create this growing phenomenon. Either way, we couldn't be more grateful for these hypnotizing videos of our favorite four-legged friends trotting around on just two. Merengue time!
#87186 Mar 9, 2013
For OJG:
Photos: Locusts plague Holy Land
Locusts that recently arrived from Egypt cling to a tree in Kmehin, Israel, on Wednesday, March 6. Tens of millions of locusts have overtaken Egyptian desert land in the past few days and are heading to Israel and Jordan, according the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. The last time Israel experienced a major infestation was in 2004.
Those things are creepy.
#87187 Mar 9, 2013
Springbreak anyone? lol
Florida beaches on high alert for shark migration
Thousands of sharks on their annual migration north have closed beaches along the southern Florida coast.
Beaches along the southern coast of Florida are on high alert after sharks were spotted near shore as part of their annual migration.
Many beaches had red flags flying on Thursday morning to alert people, but some beaches had reopened.
Sharks were spotted near three beaches in Palm Beach County on Wednesday, but they had reopened on Thursday morning, The Palm Beach Post reported. However, Steve Kaes, a lifeguard training officer, told the paper that he couldn't guarantee that the beaches would remain open throughout the day. If someone spotted a shark, swimmers would be asked to come out of the water, he said.
Sky News reported that many South Florida beaches were shut down after thousands of migrating sharks were spotted near shore.
"Tens of thousands of the predators" were coming to shore and toward swimmers during their annual migration north, according to ABC News.
Some students on spring break are opting to stay out of the water altogether, according to ABC News.
Pictures taken by Jeffrey Langlois of the Palm Beach Daily News show the sharks, mostly blacktip and spinner sharks, coming close to the shore.
"We saw something moving in the water and everybody was saying,'oh shark,'" one witness in Palm Beach told ABC News.
About 50 to 60 sharks were spotted near the shore in Palm Beach on Tuesday.
Lifeguards in Palm Beach told ABC News that the sharks for the most part don't disturb the beaches.
"We don't have a sandbar. A lot of times when we have a sandbar the sharks stay off of the shore a little further," Craig Pollack, a lifeguard supervisor in Palm Beach, told ABC News.
Researchers at Florida Atlantic University say they have counted around 15,000 sharks, most of them less than 200 yards from shore.
Shark expert George H. Burgess told The Post that overcast skies made it more difficult to spot them
Sinkholes and sharks...oh my! lol
#87188 Mar 9, 2013
Forgot to add this one. I bet Hempburn is teaching biscuit to do all these things too. An amazing dog:
Incredibly Smart Little Dog Does the Cutest Tricks
Whether its saying prayers, playing the piano or helping out around the house, this dog can pretty much do any trick! Watch as this adorable puppy does some pretty amazing things, it's impressive!
#87189 Mar 9, 2013
BIRD update:
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~'Tis The Season For Eggs, and More Eggs ~
While our wildlife Mom's work on controlling egg temperatures, we hope Mother Nature works on controlling outdoor temperatures. We're looking forward to a great 2013 nesting season ahead. Here's some general news and expected hatch dates at some of our nests:
Eaglecrest Wildlife:
On Monday, March 4th, Mother Barn Owl, Tess, laid her 7th egg, and the first hatch is expected about March 23rd. Wilma the Canada Goose also laid her 7th egg on March 4th, and is now incubating her eggs full time. Hatching is expected about March 31st, and all eggs will usually hatch in the same day. We're still watching the red-tailed hawks at Eaglecrest for eggs, and they have been bringing in soft nesting materials and working on the West nest.
Valmont Great Horned Owls:
Snowflake is doing a great job of incubating her three eggs and Dan is often seen in the nestbox with her, and brings her food often. The first egg was laid February 12th, and the first hatch is estimated to be about March 18th.
Fort St. Vrain Bald Eagles:
Mom and Dad are taking turns incubating their three eggs and have had some heavy snow to deal with while doing so. The first egg was laid on February 17th, and the first hatch is estimated to be about March 26th.
Great Spirit Bluff Peregrine Falcons:
Falcons have been spotted in and around the nest box and area, and we are hoping that Michelle and Travis return again this year. Nesting should begin closer to the end of March for the Peregrine falcons there. Last year Michelle laid the first egg on March 26th and the first hatch was May 3rd.
Decorah Bald Eagles:
While we have no waying of knowing for sure, we believe that Mom laid her first egg on February 19th, and the first hatch would be expected about March 24th.
Missouri Turkey Vultures:
We expect to see the turkey vultures return to the barn loft closer to the end of March. Last year the first egg was laid on May 9th, and the first hatch was on June 19th.
Fort St. Vrain Great Horned Owls:
There have been sightings of an owl in the nestbox, but no eggs yet.
For an in depth history of egg laying and hatching from previous years, you can always refer to our Main Website, and click on the Nesting Calendar in the middle of the page which is this link: http://www.raptorresource.org/calendar/index....
You can select any date from any year (enter mm/01/yyyy and hit go), and the nesting calendar will show you what happened during that month of any year you select.
This is only a portion of what is yet to come from all of the nests we monitor, stay tuned!
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#87190 Mar 9, 2013
Thought I would check in and see if anyone was posting before I leave. Just came back in from getting some stuff out of the car before I leave to watch UK.
They are chemspraying up a storm in this area. Betty might see them in her area. Possibly lala too. Beautiful blue sky ruined by zig zagging white streaks spreading out in the sky. By the time tip off happens the sky should have a milky white film layer as they spread out. Shameful. It makes me sick. Didn't see the planes this time. They have already sprayed and left for someplace else I guess.
I hope you all have a wonderful Saturday and enjoy the great Kentucky weather. I will. Check back later tonight.
Enjoy your day! GO UK!!!!!
#87191 Mar 9, 2013
People don't worry about things you have no control of but do what you can with the good sense that the Good Lord gave you. And that is be ready to meet your Maker Lord and Savoir Jesus Christ the Son of the living God. He's waiting for you to call on His name and believe ON Him and then you will be saved....John 3:16
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#87192 Mar 9, 2013
Birds can really find all the dirty little worms.
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#87193 Mar 9, 2013
Hello, everyone. Just stopped in for a minute to say hi. @Abeliever, As usual your videos gave me a chuckle. Those dogs do dance. Mine don't, they just beg for treats. It's a beautiful day. I just may venture out of the house and take a walk in the sunshine. Spring is definitely around the corner.
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#87194 Mar 9, 2013
AW, my faith in mankind is renewed when I come across people like you. I have always helped others when they were truly in need, including sharing my home with people who were temporarily down in their luck. To me, monetary payment is of no value when I have enough to pay all my bills. My reward is intrinsic, knowing that I have helped someone get through a rough time in life. Our Creator has paid me many times, by allowing me to continue my life on this earth, and by providing all that I need.
I have a friend who is in an emotional crisis right now, and she tells me that she loses her temper over what I consider small misdeeds. She asked me how I seem to remain unruffled when 'bad' things happen. I told her that we are both in the twilight of our lives. We are not'old' nor do we think 'old'. I responded to her question with a question of my own. I asked her how long does she think she will remain in this world. A decade or two passes in the blink of an eye. If you look at life from this point of view, it seems very futile to "sweat the small stuff." Life is a gift and we can choose to treasure each day, or we can squander our days in trivial aggravations. I told my friend that I did not want to reach the end of my days and have regrets about what I should or should not have done. Each one of us is here on earth for a length of time that is swifter than the blink of an eye. Life should be enjoyed, not frittered away by worrying about negative
events and actions. We can never fully experience pleasure without having emotional or physical pain to which we can compare.
#87195 Mar 9, 2013
15,000 sharks less than 200 yd. from the beach. No swimming near Florida beaches for me. LOL.That's scary!
#87196 Mar 9, 2013
U little wussy,..
LITTLE sharks never hurt anybody
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February 11 marked 25 years since Natan Sharansky crossed the Glienicke Bridge from East to West Germany and became a free man. Countless stories have been told about Sharansky's defiance of the Soviets and his courageous actions during his more than nine years of imprisonment.
Sharansky is one of many heroic prisoners of Zion. But it is through his wife, Avital, that the world came to know him during his years of incarceration in ways we did not know the others.
Avital and Natan were married in July 1974. The next morning Avital was ordered out of the Soviet Union with a promise that Natan would soon follow. It was not to be. Four years later, the Soviets accused Natan of spying for the United States and sentenced him to 13 years in prison. It was during this period that Avital undertook the worldwide campaign that led to her husband's release.
Avital's style as an activist was modest yet intensely focused and unwavering. She spoke out in the spirit of the biblical message to the prophet Elijah that the most profound form of protest is delivered in a still, small voice. Even at rallies her voice hardly rose above a whisper.
At the General Assembly of the Jewish Federations in Washington, Avital addressed the plenary, concluding her remarks by softly imploring the audience to walk with her to the Soviet Embassy to raise a voice on behalf of her husband. Her call was gentle yet powerful, and hundreds followed her.
She also had the uncanny ability to walk a fine line, working within the establishment as well as from the outside. Avital knew she needed the help of the mainstream, but was careful never to march to their orders. She instinctively understood that results would come only from a symphony of voices, from within as well as from without.
On International Human Rights Day in 1984, influential figures gathered at the White House to listen to a talk by President Ronald Reagan. Members of the audience were given strict instructions to remain in place. Suddenly, Avital stepped out of the line, approached the president and asked for an appointment to speak with him about the plight of her husband. The president, a very gracious man, assented.
The picture of Avital leaning down as she spoke to President Reagan found its way to front pages around the world.
Despite the unbelievable odds, Avital was always full of faith – not only faith that ultimately she would succeed in her quest to gain the release of her husband, but also religious faith.
At our home in Riverdale, N.Y., where she often spent Shabbat, Avital would use oil instead of candles to light the Sabbath candles. I once asked her why. She replied that she was convinced that her husband's freedom would come about miraculously, much like the Chanukah miracle, when a small cruse of oil lasted eight days.
Even in the heat of the struggle Avital never lost her sense of humor. After Leonid Brezhnev died, she stood in front of the Soviet Mission to the United Nations and announced to the media that the Soviet president had passed away because he had not released her husband. I pulled her aside and said that message would not resonate with the larger public.
A year later, after Brezhnev's successor, Yuri Andropov, died and was replaced by Konstantin Chernenko, she stood in the same place and declared that her husband was not yet free and warned Chernenko that he would suffer the same fate if he did not let Natan go. A year later, after Chernenko had died, there she was again, warning his successor, Mikhail Gorbachev: Here's your chance; if you don't release Natan, you'll face your end.
To this day, if you were to ask Avital why Gorbachev is still alive, she would say because he was smart enough to let Natan go.
Avital detested being in the public eye. Her style was to step back to make room for others, inspiring them to speak out not only for her husband but for all those persecuted in the former Soviet Union.
As Natan celebrates the 25th anniversary of his release, no doubt many people will proudly and deservedly take some personal credit for his liberation. That was Avital's strength. She made each person feel as if she or he were making the difference.
Though it is true that many dedicated souls did contribute, it was Avital who led the battle, and the victory in many ways was her triumph.
Once in a Toronto airport, I overheard a young woman carrying her infant daughter telling Avital that she had named the girl after her in admiration of her struggle, her courage and all that she had come to mean to the larger world. Avital thanked the woman and humbly walked away.
I have no doubt that in the world today there are many young women named Avital in homage to this remarkable woman. Natan's freedom is not only a celebration of his great courage, it is also a celebration of Avital's formidable moral and spiritual strength.
Rabbi Avi Weiss, a weekly Torah columnist for The Jewish Press, is senior rabbi of the Hebrew Institute of Riverdale and founder and president of the Yeshivat Chovevei Torah Rabbinical School. His book "Spiritual Activism: A Jewish Guide to Leadership and Repairing the World" (Jewish Lights) includes material on the struggle to free Sharansky.
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Of paramount importance is that both the king and his people realize that while he is the leader, he is still a subject of God.
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Something happened this week that I think is unique and special... in fact, many wonderful events occur in the office in Maplewood every day because the office is busy and productive and we are all watching boys and girls around the world grow up.
Seventy golfers from the United States and Canada joined together on Monday, May 13, 2013 at the Somerset Hills Country Club in Bernardsville, New Jersey, to raise awareness and money for the orphans served by Worldwide Orphans Foundation.
What about Mother's Day for orphan boys and girls? Is this a bad thing to ask...hurtful and painful?Most kids in orphanages have no clue about this day, but one of our faithful American volunteers, Sarah Poole and her husband, Adam, did a cultural turn about for this day in Ethiopia.
How do you share the world of orphans with a roomful of supporters halfway around the world? I was faced with this challenge as I attended a Worldwide Orphans fundraiser at the iconic John Lautner Garcia House in the Hollywood Hills.
It is easy to believe in what we are doing. We are in the midst of training our staff to collect data as we monitor and evaluate our strategies to create change for the orphans and at-risk youngsters in Kenscoff.
I have been a doctor since 1982, when I took my Hippocratic oath and since then, I have collected memories and kept hard copies of some of these contacts.
Amy has a lot of ideas about how to help kids express their dreams creatively. She has vision, and that is what all our Ambassadors should have in order to reach thousands more orphans and vulnerable children who need our help and support.
It is all organic, and when you map out the destiny of families in communities, they all need the same things to grow and be self-sufficient. They deserve the opportunities to have successful kids and to be hopeful every day.
Wadley and children like him should never know psychological trauma. But this is not the case in our world. Millions of children are abused and neglected, and WWO is helping them heal and be happy through our programs.
I love traveling with a group of supporters and donors who are eager to do service with me because I can see how they feel about the children and help educate them about our mission and vision. The happiness of the children simply strips us of our defensives
It's important to send a message to the Russian government that allowing Americans to rescue children from their abysmal orphanages should continue unabated.
Where is our humanity? There should be an outcry internationally to censure Putin for his evil act to lock up and ruin hundreds of thousands of children.
We all need to go deeper and do better to advocate and protect children globally. We need a wider strategic plan for every bad moment when children can't have permanency and can't have what they are entitled to have: quite simply safety and love.
Life is very hard and we deal with challenging issues daily. When talking about the tragic deaths of children, we must keep the dialogue alive and be conscious.
I just returned from a short jaunt to Sofia, Bulgaria; the fastest trip I ever planned. What was so compelling about this trip as compared to my many trips to Bulgaria over the 17 years since my first time?
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Day Trip to Hatfield
An hour north of London is Hatfield House and Royal Palace, which is famous because:
- The Palace was the childhood home and favourite residence of Henry VIII's children, King Edward VI and Queen Elizabeth I.
- The House is a prime example of Jacobean architecture, built in 1611 by Robert Cecil, First Earl of Salisbury and Chief Minister to King James I. It currently is the home of the 7th Marquess of Salisbury
A bunch of French gourmands planned to crossed the Channel two Sundays ago to bring bread, pastries, cheese, charcuterie, and more to the historic English house. Being an English history and pain au chocolat fanatic, I jumped at the opportunity.
One hour drive later, through the most beautiful north London landscape and passed a slew of impressive houses, we arrived.
This face says it all…..the baked on-premise pastries were out of this world.
With our bellies full of dough and cafe, we popped into Hatfield House for a proper tour. To say the Jacobean house was ornate would be an understatement. Dark wood was definitely a key feature of 17th century decor.
Some of the most famous paintings of Hatfield's HBIC, Elizabeth I, were hung throughout. If you're a fan of Philippa Gregory Tudor books, it's amazing to see these up close and personal.
While peaking out to the gardens, I noticed something rarely seen at historical houses….
Evidence that the current aristocracy still lives there….in their private wing.
Apparently the current Marquess of Salisbury and family drive Volvos and ride around on scooters. So normal.
Off we went to explore the grounds…
Hatfield is currently hosting "The Great British Sculpture Show", a roundup of mystical creatures peppered throughout the gardens. Most had us scratching our heads, but these are some of my favorites…
And this was my absolute favorite. In fact, I want to create a replica for my future dream garden.
As afternoon set in, we curled up for a picnic among the imposing oak trees and my inner Tudor devotee thought of the pivotal moment I've read about in countless books….
The moment when Elizabeth learned of her succession to the throne….while sitting under one of the oak trees.
Parental Visit Part 1
After an adventure across Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany, and the Czech Republic, my Mom and Michael ended their trip with a long weekend in London.
With less than 72 hours to explore, we squeezed in a jam-packed, borderline exhausting itinerary, but we had a phenomenal time.
So much so that I, shockingly, forgot to take photos. Here are the couple I did take….along with highlights.
Dinner at Nopi, sister restaurant of the London renowned, Ottolenghi.
Finally saw Book of Mormon. My expectations were high and they were hilariously exceeded.
In my opinion, no London visit is complete without a taste test through Borough Market. Turns out, it was the market's 1,000 year anniversary.
Yes, that is correct - there has been a market on this square for ONE THOUSAND YEARS!
A BrakeAway Grand London Bike Tour. Within three hours, we saw almost all the major landmarks, learned little-known facts, and toured sleepy side streets where historically famous Londoners used to live. I've said it before, I'll say it again - bike tours are the best way to get a feel of a big city and when they're as personalised as BrakeAway, even better.
My Dad and Step-Mom arrive in a couple of days for the Parental Visit Part II, so the whirlwind UK tour will continue.
Primrose Hill Picnic
Joel and I are being nomadic, per usual.
We moved from Marylebone to Belsize Park for the month while we wait to move (again) into our new flat….in a new neighbourhood.
So, what's been my favourite part of living in North London for the past couple weeks?
Casual strolls and picnics in Hampstead Heath and Primrose Hill.
Example A.
48 Hours in the Cotswolds - Daylesford Farm
Imagine spending a weekend in a Nancy Meyer's film, like It's Completed or Something's Gotta Give.
Imagine the sumptuous, perfectly styled decor…
The rustic scenery…
The bakery where everything is made from ingredients plucked directly from the surrounding farm.
This serenity, in a nutshell, is Daylesford Farm in the Cotswolds.
One year ago I moved to London knowing almost no one. It was daunting and overwhelming, but here I am a year later settled, happy and celebrating the Hen Do of a new friend!
Kristina had a relaxing weekend in mind for her Hen Weekend, so off we went to Paddington Station where we literally sprinted for our train track. All aboard, out of breath and sweaty, we refreshed ourselves with wine and treats brought over by Claire from France. It was as tasty as you imagine.
1 1/2 hours later, we arrived to the farm and scoped out our cottage. It felt more like walking onto a decor magazine magazine photo shoot than real life.
In addition to several cottages, the Daylesford property also includes a cafe, restaurant, bakery, shop and spa.
It was August, but the weather was even cooler than usual, so e tucked in for a quiet night of pizzas, made on property in the wood oven, a roasting fire and Bridget Jones Diary, which was ironically on TV that night. So corny and perfect at the same time.
Daylesford cottages are stocked with complimentary fresh goodies from the farm, like eggs, milk, bread, biscuits, butter and jam to whip up up a delicious breakfast.
There was a yoga class in an all white barn, which was more of relaxing stretching session than 'feel the burn'.
Followed by massages, pedicures in a potted shed and naps in their glass serenity lounge.
The rest of the day was totally, utterly and completely lazy…in the best way possible.
When tea time came around (when in England…), we popped into the shop and picked up the most delicious lemon drizzle cake.
I don't even like lemon, but it was so good that I went back the next day to grab one for my colleagues.
We made our way into 'town' that evening where we saw quintessentially English houses and dined at the Wild Rabbit.
Not only is the Wild Rabbit owned by the same woman as Daylesford (so you know it's going to be incredible), but it also attracts the "Chipping Norton set" (a term I only just learned) and described as the "poshest pub in Britain".
After our dining experience, I completely agree. Compared to a typical gastropub, the Wild Rabbit was definitely cozier…and fancier.
The next day brought our first bit of sunshine, the perfect time to tour the farm and grounds.
Cows, sheep, meadows, berry bushes, rolling hills, babbling brooks….Daylesford has all this and more right on your doorstep.
Over lunch back at the cottage, we began plotting a return trip. It's such an easy journey from London and everything from the scenery and the food to the staff and the cottages are a A+.
To say I loved Daylesford would be an understatement and I cannot wait to go back and experience even more of what the farm has to offer….particularly the cooking class!
One Year and Three Days Ago….
I moved to London.
While back home visiting family and friends in July, I spent a lot of time reflecting on the passed year.
What do I like most about life in the UK?
Do I feel like I've fit in?
Am I accustomed to British culture?
The answer is….
I'm still not used to unexpected mini rain storms,
Or the constant use of the word "sorry".
When people ask, I now refer to Lady as a cross, not a mutt,
And I say a meal "tastes nice" instead of "tastes good".
I mostly drink tea, but if I do have a coffee, I'll order it as a "skinny latte" instead of "skim".
Looking right when crossing the street has become automatic,
And I make sure to always keep to the left side of the path.
My vocal intonation changes from time to time depending on how often I've been around Brits. My work colleagues get excited and praise me when this happens. My husband calls me bluff.
Thanks to autocorrect (and fear of being pointed out from work associates), I now type with 'ou' instead of 'o' and 's' instead of 'z'.
Although I've certainly picked up some British habits, if I had to leave tomorrow, I would feel like I haven't had enough time. It's feels like I've just barely scratched the surface and am only now beginning to understand the English way of life.
For now…..here are some of my favorite bits :)
- Favorite part of living in London...The neighborhoods. Not only are there endless pockets of the city to explore, but they're so charming, so green, so pretty!
- Least favorite part of living in London…grey skies. I had a physical reaction to lack of Vitamin D and dance with joy whenever the city is blessed with a sunny day.
- Favorite neighborhoods…Marylebone, Hampstead, Notting Hill.
- Favorite British English word…Shattered.
- Favorite museum…The Wallace Collection and Queen's Gallery.
- Favorite park…Hampstead Heath.
- Favorite drink….Cider. I know this exists Stateside, but I didn't get into it until the move, so now I associate it with life here.
- Favorite place to take a visitor.….Borough Market.
- Favorite Afternoon Tea…Sketch.
- Favorite Tube line…Jubilee (so fast, so clean)
- Favorite country jaunt….Cotswolds.
- Favorite airport….City. It's mostly business travellers, so everyone knows what they're doing, which makes the whole experience a breeze.
- Favorite market….Borough Market, again.
- Favorite train station….King's Cross. It's the Grand Central of London. Beautiful.
- Favorite high street….Marylebone High Street. Perfect mix of mainstream and niche shops and restaurants.
- Favorite traditional British food…Welsh rarebit. Bread, good. Mustard, good. Cheese, goooooood.
- Favorite English moment…that time when I saw the Queen up close.
- I'm most grateful for…Facetime. There's no replacement for a hug from a loved one, but with Facetime, I don't miss a beat with my favorite people. In fact, I "see them" more than I used to in the States.
- Things I miss most about New York (besides family and friends)…Sushi (it exists, but either Nobu level or fast-food level), affordable manicures,
- Things I no longer have, but don't miss….Air conditioner at home. It never gets hot enough to really miss it.
- What's on the horizon for year two? More travel and adventure. So far we're planning the following: Indian, China, Burgundy, Portugal, Austria, Scotland, Barcelona, Monaco.
72 Hours in Cinque Terre (and the Italian Riviera)
Photos are the only way,
To hold on to what you knew,
Because the moments they show never change,
When the people in them do. - E.H.
<Note: My travel posts are a detailed account of my experiences. I'm tremendously grateful for every opportunity I have to visit somewhere new….in fact, I cherish it, which is why I write these for my friends and family, but also for myself, as I want to have a place to record these memories. Not in the mood for lots of photos or a play-by-play of my travels? Ciao!>
After our visit to Tuscany, I didn't think Italy could get any better….
And then it did.
Two hours west of Florence is a seaside strip of villages, each seemingly in competition with the other to see which can be the most colorful and charming.
Welcome to Cinque Terre.
We arrived just in time for what would end up being one of the top three dining experiences of my life.
La Ruota sits on a cliff in Moneglia, a town just north of the Cinque Terre villages with panoramic views overlooking the Italian riviera. It doesn't feel like a restaurant….it feels like your sitting in Eduardo's house. In fact, it is his former home and he was actually born in the same room where we dined.
Eduardo inherited the restaurant from his father and now acts as owner, chef, waiter, bartender, driver (he picks you up and drops you off), and officially the most entertaining person I met in all of Italy.
There's no menu. You simply pay a fixed price for seven courses and Eduardo works his magic, bringing out dish after dish of whatever was fresh that day from the water just a short walk down the hill. In fact, if he notices that you particularly like a certain dish, he'll bring out a second helping just because.
There's also a wine pairing, which typically means you drop a lot of money to taste a bit of wine. This is not the case at La Ruota. For €7 each, Eduardo presented us with a different local wine per course, leaving the bottle on the table to refresh as we wished. Following the meal, he rolled out a cart overflowing with liquors and suggested we taste some. And by 'some', he meant pouring us six different glasses.
Just as Joel and I decreed this one of, if not THE most memorable dining experiences of our lives, Eduardo showed us a little article…
Turns out the New York Times food critic agreed and hailed her meal at La Ruota as one of the best of her life, too. As she noted, "price and prestige have nothing to do with the meals I remember best."
You can read the whole article here.
Four+ hours later, just after 1am, Eduardo drove us back down to our hotel and we said goodbye and until next time…
Our hotel was Abbadia San Giorgio, a former monastery inhabited by Franciscan monks in the 15th century. Today it still exudes the same historic and spiritual atmosphere.
We awoke at 6:30am to the sound of the first bell tower chimes. It is, after all, an abbey. After the fourth or fifth round (it rings every half hour), we made our way through the oasis to an elaborate breakfast spread prepared by two older women who we communicated with via our hands instead of words. I knocked out a couple hours of work and chowed down on meats, cheese and focaccia, the latter of which Eduardo had explained was the 'local breakfast' as it's the perfect balance of sweet and salty.
Following another one of Eduardo's recommendations, we made the scary venture to isolated Guvano Beach nearby the Cinque Terre town of Corneglia.
This blog shares the haphazard directions, but essentially, the trek to get there is just as exciting as the cove itself, including a 1/2 mile walk through a former train tunnel in pure darkness.
This is the entrance, but for the following 15 minute walk, a flashlight is necessary to make your way to the other end.
If the pitch black wasn't enough to frighten you, just think about the noises….including the train sounds on the other side of the wall that can be mistaken for coming directly at you.
We made our way through and were greeted with this…
The Guvano Beach photos stop here because it's a nude beach, a first time experience for both Joel and I.
You only live once and, as the saying goes, when in Rome….or anywhere in Italy, I suppose.
Village #1 - Vernazza
This was the busiest of the five towns, although it certainly wasn't the biggest. I'm also inclined to say it felt the most touristy. One afternoon was plenty of time to dig into some seaside risotto, hike the narrow stairs and take in the view from the center point of the five villages.
Village #2 - Monterosso
Not only is this the biggest of the five villages, but it's also the only village with a real beach vs the rocky terrain that occupies most of the coast.
We strolled along the boardwalk, another "only-in-Monterosso-ism" before settling in for dinner at Trattoria Ciak La Lampara, where they took the seaside theme very seriously.
Village #3 - Riomaggiore
If there was one village that I'd skip, this would be it. However, it is the most southern of the group and a good starting point for the full hike, which is exactly what we had in mind.
Village #4 - Manarola
Absolutely my favorite of all the Cinque Terre villages. We dove off the cliffs, sprawled out and baked on the slabs of rock and tasted the daily catch with views for days at Billy's.
Village #5 - Corneglia
This is the sleepiest of the Cinque Terre villages and unlike the other four, it's located at the top of the cliff, not down by the water. Once you reach Corneglia, it takes another 20+ minutes just to ascend to the top where you're met with all the houses and only a handful of shops, restaurants, etc.
About 20 minutes north of Cinque Terre is Portofino, another colorful harbor village, but one that felt like it just had a brand new fancy coat of paint. It was definitely the snazziest, most "jet-set" spot on the coast.
While the Cinque Terre villages were filled with visitors from all over the world, Moneglia was full of Italian vacationers. We finally took advantage of a real sand beach and some of the best people watching of the trip, including one epic photo of beach vendors carrying their wares on their head, which has gone missing.
With one final pasta, we said ciao, ciao to Italy…and immediately began plotting a return visit.
72 Hours in Tuscany
"Tuscany, land of fierce hates and wild loves and of limitless passions." - Oscar Fay Adams
This post could also be titled "48 Hours of Eating and Drinking Through Tuscany".
"Food and Scenery Porn, Italian Style".
Either way, sit back, put your feet up and get ready to virtually fall in love with Tuscany.
Ciao ciao!
After 24 hours in Florence, we hopped into an itty bitty teeny weeny Fiat (Joel naturally had a complex about it) and began the two hour sunset drive to Buenconvento, a town in southern Tuscany.
Thinking about visiting Tuscany?
Do yourself a favor and arrive during sunset. Sure, you'll have a delayed arrival thanks to the constant pulling over to take pictures, but I can't imagine a more breathtaking welcome.
Our Tuscan home base was Villa Armena, a family run 16th century house that just opened it's baroque doors last year. The location is excellent, right in the middle of all the key Tuscan southern towns, while the actual house sits an extra 10 minute drive from the main village through cyprus trees to the tippy top of a hill overlooking the two of the most beautiful parts of Tuscany…
- Val d'Orcia, a UNESCO World Heritage Site landscape often featured in Renaissance paintings.
- Crete Senesi, which consists of a range of hills and woods with a distinctive grey soil color that gives the landscape a "lunar" appearance.
Close your eyes and envision driving to heaven. I imagine this is quite similar.
Villa Armena truly is a family affair. Dad is chef, Mom is the designer and concierge, Grandma is the sommelier, and doggy, Franco, is the welcome wagon. With only ten rooms, it felt more like we were staying at a family friend's country-home, not a hotel.
A peak outside our window at the purple sky and a deep breath in and I finally felt yes, this is vacation.
We kept the first night low key, taking in the scenery with a simple dinner at the hotel restaurant, which you can watch being cooked from the dining room. This meal turned out the be the most inventive of our trip, including this passion fruit pasta.
Totally bizarre and brilliant at the same time.
Fast forward to the following morning…
When you start a day in Tuscany with a view like this, you know it's going to be good.
We crammed back into our little baby car, made our way down Villa Armena's long drive way and began our official Brunello wine day, considered the king of Italian wines.
Winery #1 was Ciacci and Piccolomini. Frankly, I was happy to sit down and call it a day in these vineyards. Postcard anyone?
But, of course, there was wine to taste… (so good. so very good.)
Olive oil to sample…
And property tours to enjoy, including meeting a pack of hungarian wolves that the owner raises on site. Almost the same as dogs, right? They didn't really get the whole "come here, good boy" thing.
Brunello wine is actually called Brunello di Montalcino, named after the fortressed hilltop village called, you guessed it, Montalcino.
It has all the makings of a quintessential Italian village….
Colorful shutters…
Piazzas galore…
A bell tower…
360 views…
Small enough to explore completely in less than two hours ….
Did your heart skip a beat? Good, you're human.
We had lunch at Osteria Osticcio Enoteca, a recommendation from Villa Armena.
Joel proclaimed their cappuccino the best he's ever had, I proclaimed their chili pasta the best I've ever tasted, and we both proclaimed the view the best we've ever seen.
It was also our cheapest meal in Tuscany.
That, ladies and gentlemen, is a win, win, win, win.
Following Montalcino, we visited winery #2, Castiglion del Bosco. Although there's a lot of pomp and circumstance surrounding this wine label, our guide treated us more like a friend and made us feel right at home, pulling up a chair and joining us for the tasting.
They also have a super secret underground den where I imagine world leaders convene to discuss important secret matters and smoke cigars.
We returned to Villa Armena to drop off our wine goodies, take a snooze, and prepare for the night's adventure.
On the itinerary? Siena, the main city in Tuscany, and a 30-minute drive north from our home base.
Siena puts on a bit of a front by making you drive through some very serious imposing stone walls…
But once you're inside, there's no doubt why this is considered the most famous medieval city. It felt just like a charming Tuscan village, just on a significantly larger scale.
Grander piazzas. Grander churches. Grander Italy.
Unfortunately I can't remember the name of where we ate, but it another recommendation from Villa Armena and again, they hit a home run. Although Siena felt the most touristy of the Tuscan destinations we visited, we were definitely the only tourists in this restaurant….always a good sign.
Truffles were shaved in abundance…
And Pici, a thicker version of spaghetti created in Tuscany, quickly became my favourite pasta of the trip.
Following the daily dessert gelato ("daily' might be an understatement), we made our way back up through the Tuscan countryside. In case you're curious what that looks like at night, here you go.
Although the next day started off dreary, the grey clouds somehow reinforced the golden valleys. This sublime landscape setting was the perfect backdrop for our Tuscan village disco tour.
One day, five Tuscan villages, GO!
First up? Pienza. This village is famous for three things:
1) Pope Pius II built it as "the ideal Renaissance town" in the 1600's.
2) It's the birthplace of Pecorino cheese. The town literally reaks of cheese…in a good way.
3) There's an abundance of flowers, a beautiful contrast to the tan stone architecture. Not a "famous" note, per se, but good to know.
As Pienza is the hometown of Pecorino cheese, we did what one does and sat down to devour a plate of cheese washed down with a glass of red wine.
La Taverna di Re Artu hit the nail on the head and served up the perfect cheese plate in the most charming setting in memory.
At this point, the whole town had me dancing for joy.
Alas, there were more towns to see.
With Pienza in our rear view mirror, we made our way to town #2…
Just as the sun started to poke our from behind the clouds.
Joel proclaimed the views too distracting and he was close to accidentally driving us off the road. These photos are evidence of that.
Town #2 was Monticchiello.
As with all the villages, we parked our car just outside of town, but unlike the other villages, we were in and out within 20 minutes. It's certainly worth a quick visit, but it's isolated beauty also means that there's not much to see outside of a quick beautiful stroll.
We then set our sights on town #3, Montepulciano.
Although it was the most bustling of all the villages, Montepulciano was also the most touristy. I guess you could say it was somewhere between a Siena and a Pienza. As it's also very well known for their food (are there any Tuscan villages that aren't?), there was plenty to taste and sample, all gratis.
Down one particular tiny alley was a small wine tasting room full of visitors.
This charismatic man.
He begged everyone to join him for a taste of his wine, which he poured with liberal abundance.
He was also liberal with his hands….and lips…and used "being italian" as his excuse.
Village #4 is a mystery.
We had a time to kill before our dinner reservations, so we decided to just pull into whatever village we hit first.
Whatever village this was, it was absolutely the most authentic. There was not a tourist in sight, let alone anyone who spoke English.
Still, we managed to communicate in the best way we know how…through the language of dog love.
We stumbled upon one open cafe, came inside to dry off from the drizzling rain, pointed to a bottle of red wine, made a motion toward a glass, said grazie and pulled up a chair.
When it came time to order a second glass, the waiter asked the other guests if anyone spoke English. No one did, so between us we managed to get that he found it unusual that we were drinking just wine.
Flashback to a couple nights earlier when an Italian man told us how funny they find it that non-Italians drink by wine itself, that is to say, without food. In Italy, this seems to be a bit of a faux pas. If you want to drink alcohol, I guess you do that with beer? Or maybe even white wine? But a glass of red wine by itself is considered a bit odd.
Therefore, this sweet man voluntarily brought over a couple slices of thick bacon topped with pepper and and reminded us of "Italian protocol".
Crisis averted.
The last visit of the day, village #5, was Montefollonico for dinner at 13 Gobbi, an excellent recommendation from another Tumblr.
We entered, saw this, and knew we were in for a treat.
We let the owner do the ordering, lent a helping hand cooking the pasta in a bowl of cheese, and said "yes, thank you" to the grappa and limoncello.
The next day was by far the most beautiful in Tuscany, but also our last.
Having explored the southern region, it was time to look toward the north and see what Chianti had to offer.
As this was Chianti, a wine tasting was naturally in order, so we coincided it with a village pit-stop to compare and contrast.
Fonterutoli Winery was located in, once again, an itty bitty village. According to our lovely wine pourer, there are "40, maybe 50 people" living here. We barely saw another soul. Only horses.
When the time finally came to wrap up our Tuscan tour, we did it right with a farewell lunch at Badia a Coltibuono where the views continued to be the main attraction.
It may comes as a bit of the shock, but we had more pasta.
We're nothing if not consistent.
I sit here now, three weeks later, still in complete awe of Tuscany. I read this quote just before arriving and I can safely say that this is 100% true. If you're considering a trip, don't just pull the trigger and do it…do it as soon as possible.
"Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life." - Anna Akhmatova
Up next in our Italian adventure….72 hours in the rainbow colored sea towns of Cinque Terre and the Italian Riviera.
Tour de France - Allez Allez
Did you know that Le Tour de France rides through the UK?
I certainly didn't. The whole "France" thing threw me for a loop.
So imagine my surprise when I learned that not only would the race come through London, but they'd actually zoom by just downstairs from my office.
When the cyclists were 28 km away, a couple of us popped downstairs to catch a glimpse of the action.
We passed by our office neighbor, Buckingham Palace…
And miraculously found a teeny smooshed spot somewhat near the front (i.e. three rows back).
I noticed some parents boosted their children on their shoulders, so I made a silly effort to do the same.
More failed attempts were made to get Lady to notice the spectacle of the situation…
But finally, as the cyclists sped by at 40 mph, she took notice.
What can I say…we really made the most of our first Tour de France experience.
24 Hours in Florence
"In Paris, you learn wit, in London, you learn to crush your social rivals, and in Florence you learn poise." - Virgil Thompson.
Although I visited Italy twice earlier this year, both trips were business related, lasted a matter of hours, and were mostly spent in office buildings.
As such, when I arrived in Italy earlier this month, it not only felt like the first time…..
It felt long, long overdue.
Joel and I landed early evening in Florence and with only an hour to spare before dinner, Joel and I did what we do best….
We got lost, but fortunately stumbled upon a beautiful arcade with live music, which ended up being quite the find.
It was quickly time for dinner at La Giostra, a restaurant that was recommended to me by five separate people for the food (their pear ravioli is infamous for a reason!), the ambience (twinkle lights EVERYWHERE), and the characters that run it.
We eased the wait by befriending the bartender and toasting our Italian adventure with aggressive pours of Kir Royal and prosecco (complimentary for all guests).
Inside we met character #1, the chef who kept a watchful eye over every detail the entire night.
And Character #2, the very eccentric co-owner Dimitri d'Asburgo Lorena, who just so happens to be a Habsburg prince.
Very, very interesting…
The complimentary items at La Giostra don't stop with prosseco. They also serve up gratis crostini.
Then there was ooey gooey burrata…
And what became the first of 100 consecutive meals of pasta. (only half serious…)
La Giostra ties up the meal with a bow, errr, bottle of limoncello….again, gratis.
Feeling perfectly limoncello-y, we wandered around Il Duomo di Firenze. It was completely quiet, as if you could hear the drop of a pin. How strange and lucky to have this treasure all for ourselves…even if only for a couple moments.
Just a hop, skip, and jump away, we returned to our rented flat, where we called it a night.
The following morning was a wee bit rough (thank you very much, endless limoncello), especially as I had to wake up extra early to knock out a couple hours of work.
I was very grateful for our rented apartment, which not only boasted a phenomenally central location, but also was extra spacious and comfortable, particularly when working remotely. If you're looking for a vacation apartment in Florence (sleeps up to four), I'd be happy to share the recommendation.
Mid-morning, we poked our head out of our apartment to be greeted by Il Duomo di Firenze, and begin our task to see as much as possible.
First up? The Arno River, which if you look closely across, you can see where Kim and Kanye recently got married. I'd add in Joel's commentary here, but I like to keep this blog free from profanity :)
And then, the Ponte Vecchio bridge, filled with jewellery and art shops, although it was butchers that originally occupied the space.
Just north of Ponte Vecchio is 'Ino, a teeny cheese, meat, and panini shop that several friends hailed as "the best sandwich ever". While, I wouldn't agree that it was "the best", it was definitely great, but the meat and cheese plate was better. In fact, I brought home some of their chili sauce.
Following lunch, we wandered through piazza after piazza, just soaking in all in renaissance history.
Like a moth to the flame, Joel somehow spotted the random Gucci gift shop (not the regular Gucci store).
If you're ever looking for super expensive, questionable gifts, this is the spot.
Oven mitts covered in the Gucci logo? Check.
Leather postcards covered in the Gucci logo? Check.
I had a very successful stroll through the San Lorenzo leather market and managed to haggle a beautiful brown cross-body purse down from €75 to €20.
Followed by a wander through the original Eataly, Central Market.
We only looked with our eyes though, as our next stop was very important..
Gelato at Bar Vivolvi.
This was my Mom's favourite spot on her last visit and she hit the nail on the head. Although the gelato during the rest of our Italian trip was delicious, nothing could compare to the wonder that is Bar Vivolvi gelato.
Refuelled, it was time to tackle the walk up Il Duomo, which was no longer our own quiet retreat. It was now flooded with visitors as a dark, ominous storm moved in.
However, we instead climbed the Bell Tower, which is part of the same building and a similar height to the Duomo, but this way, the beautiful Duomo was part of the view.
The storm hit just as we ascended and threw in hail, thunder, and downpour rain just for good measure.
It made for an exhilarating climb with breathtaking views at each level.
We got properly soaked at the top, but it was worth it. Very worth it.
There was a much quicker, and wetter, walk down….
Where we then walked the one block back to the apartment, grabbed our bags, hopped in our car rental, and sped off through the tiny streets and crowded piazzas, with Joel's anxiety growing around every turn.
Would I recommend spending only 24 hours in Florence? Probably not, but I'd say we ticked off a lot from our varied to-see list.
And most importantly, the city jaunt was the perfect kick off to our Italian country and sea adventure.
Up next? The golden valleys, mountaintop towns, and rolling vineyards of Tuscany.


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DH and I stayed in a condo in the Ilikai Marina two years ago and loved it. (This is the one we stayed in. http://www.vrbo.com/1480730) We loved sitting on the tiny balcony in the morning having coffee and watching the marina wake up. And the location is a short walk from Waikiki Beach and the Hilton Village--we had dinner one night in the Tropics beach front restaurant there.
If you are going to have a car, there is a parking garage in the Ilikai Marina (very handy). And the Ala Moana shopping center is a short drive away--there is a supermarket there. http://www.alamoanacenter.com/
If you have any other questions about the building etc. Let me know.
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I too like the Ilikai Marina. I stayed in this condo (and will be staying again next April) If you rent a car, the included parking is great. This condo is a corner unit looking to the marina and the Hilton Hawaiian Village.
PS, I think you are on the right track, just find the right unit for you.
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Thanks so much for the info!
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My now 100 year old aunt was born in Hawaii, but has lived on the East Coast from the mid-1940's. She used to travel back to Oahu regularly in February, staying for a month.
She rented at the Ilikai Marina for quite a number of years and loved it. Close to Waikiki but not in it, walking distance to Ala Moana Center, a block from the bus line. Coffee in the morning and evening cocktails on their lanai overlooking the boat harbor were daily rituals.
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Here's anpther endorsement for Ilikai, but this time the hotel rooms or condos within the hotel. BIG rooms with huge balconies, some with kitchenettes. We were happy with both 'Oceanfront' and 'Lagoon View' -- as long as the 'Lagoon View' was high up so you could see the city at night but not hear the noise. The location is quieter than being IN Waikiki, and Da Bus stops right at the front door if you don't want to have a car.
Try Wailana Coffee House, just a bit towards the city.
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I had a unit at the Hilton Hawaiian village in the new building and my view at night was the very bright marina. More light than I needed.... It is an older complex.
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Aside from condos, you can also consider renting a villa especially if you are planning to stay longer. It's more cheaper I guess and at the same time, you will have a bigger space. Great choice of condos and villas here ( http://www.resorticahawaii.com/ ). I hope it helps! Good luck and have fun visiting Hawaii!
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I have not stayed at the Illikai but I do want to one day. We ate at the little cafe there which was reasonably priced and had some good onion rings, outdoors near the marina. I do like that end of Waikiki because it's quiet and my favorite breakfast place, Wailana Coffee House as ChiSue mentioned, is right there. Also every Friday night at Hilton Hawaiian Village, there are free fireworks. You might be able to even see them from your unit depending on where you face, or you can just walk towards the Hilton and catch them there. Just next door to the Illikai.
Definitely see if you can rent a unit with the parking included as it saves a lot or else just factor the daily cost of parking into your rate. I like VRBO, Homeaway, Flipkey, Airbnb to search for condos (although I have only rented via VRBO so far).
Have a great vacation! I love Oahu!
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Based on 8 Reviews
Based on 8 Reviews
Maria B. posted on 01/31/2010
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Arbat is fantastic. It's very authentic Russian- from the food, to the decor (which borders a bit on tacky but that's the style!), to the music, everything... read more
Aia Y. posted on 04/22/2010
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If you not Russian or married to one DONT Go THERE! read more
Natalia T. posted on 04/07/2008
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the band is loud, the food is good and the place is packed with all the Russians you know it's get too crowded on Saturdays, so it becomes impossible to... read more