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A unique experience: lunch at the United Nations New York

by Anne Betts | Jul 18, 2021 | Destinations, USA

Updated July 18, 2021 Are you heading to New York City anytime soon? Or, perhaps you live in New York. If chasing unique New York City experiences interests you, consider making a reservation for lunch at the United Nations New York. Lunch at the United Nations New...

31 Fabulous things to do in San Francisco

by Anne Betts | Mar 14, 2021 | USA, Destinations

Updated March 14, 2021 Are you planning a visit to San Francisco? If so, the following 31 fabulous things to do in San Francisco might be a useful resource for planning your trip. 31 Fabulous things to do in San Francisco 1. Soak up the bustle of Chinatown...

Buying a SIM card in the USA

by Anne Betts | Jan 13, 2020 | Travel Tech, USA

Updated January 13, 2020 Finally!! Visitors to the United States can pick up a local SIM card and a decent prepaid calling and data plan at an affordable price. Compared to my previous visits, buying a SIM card in the USA was never this easy. This latest update...

What makes Havana’s Parque John Lennon special? These 5 compelling reasons make the park visit worthy.

by Anne Betts | Oct 8, 2018 | Cuba

It resembles every other park in the neighbourhood of Vedado. There’s a statue or two, benches strategically scattered under mature trees, and local residents enjoying the outdoors. So what makes Havana’s Parque John Lennon special? Read a few reviews at TripAdvisor,...

Off the beaten track in Nova Scotia at Bramber Weir

by Anne Betts | Feb 15, 2018 | Canada

It’s a glorious summer day in Nova Scotia, Canada. I’m with a group of friends and a dozen or so strangers off the beaten track in Nova Scotia at Bramber Weir enjoying one of those unique experiences many travellers yearn for. If deviating from the tourist trail...

5 Steps to using Wi-Fi in Cuba

by Anne Betts | Dec 24, 2017 | Travel Tech, Cuba

Using Wi-Fi in Cuba isn’t something one does while juggling other things. It’s a stand-alone activity that needs to be coordinated with others. These 5 steps to using Wi-Fi in Cuba will help you plan your approach. Note: Information is accurate as of December 2017,...