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Library Walk NYC

New York Public Library Walk Fantastic

Posted on by Roberta Hill

The Library Walk in NYC refers to a public art installation consisting of 96 bronze plaques embedded into the sidewalk on both sides of 41st Street from Park Avenue to Fifth Avenue. It is best viewed by walking from Park Avenue up toward the Public Library. The plaques feature quotes from famous authors and thinkers, and the installation is designed to celebrate the literary heritage of New York City. Public Library Walk Plaques The quotes on the plaques are carefully curated and represent a diverse range of voices and perspectives, from classic authors like Shakespeare and Jane Austen to modern-day…

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United Nations

Magnificent Visit to the United Nations

Posted on by Roberta Hill

Yesterday the weather was absolutely fabulous after a very bitter cold couple of days upon arriving. Today was a little bit chillier, so I decided it would be perfect for me to walk the few blocks over the United Nations and take the tour.  The tour lasts about 45 minutes, and they run most of the day in various languages. Only six were on our specific tour, so it felt a little more intimate. The shallow U-shape of the Assembly Building is dominated by the Assembly Hall, the biggest room in the Palais, which can seat about 2,000 people. It…

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View of Manhattan from our apt

We have settled in Manhattan – Swoon

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Well, we have settled in Manhattan. We are so fortunate. No, I realize that this won’t be as relaxing for Louise, and she has to work weekdays. New York City is in OverDrive, and so there’s a lot of stress and pressure on her. For me, it is pure joy. Our two-bedroom apartment is in Lower Midtown, and it’s a little bit bigger, in fact than our Montreal condo. Let’s say it’s remarkable being on the 20th floor. The view is outstanding. I am so spoiled. Can you imagine that I get to live for four months in midtown? We…

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Manhattan

Manhattan, New York City, Here We Come

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We are off for four months to Manhattan in a week. It has been ten months since we last visited for a week and stayed at the Henn na Hotel, listed as one of The Best Cheap Hotels in New York City for 2023 We have learned a lot from our world trip on packing, but we will have two pieces of luggage each this time.  We have also purchased a new small Nespresso machine to take with us. As you may know, I am a bit obsessed with travel books, especially  DK Eyewitness books, so we have all of…

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National Park Pass

US National Park Pass – An Outstanding Deal

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The US National Park Pass is one of the most fantastic values for travellers in the United States. An annual pass for anyone over 65 is $80. If you are a senior and a US resident, you can get a lifetime pass for two for $80. The America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass is your ticket to more than 2,000 federal recreation sites across the country. A pass covers entrance, standard amenity fees and day-use fees for a driver and all passengers in a personal vehicle at per-vehicle fee areas (or up to four adults at…

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Nazaré

Day 79 – Nazaré, Portugal

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Nazaré, Portugal, is a coastal gem that truly captured my heart with its stunning natural beauty and rich cultural vibes. Nestled on the Atlantic coast, this charming fishing village is famous for its giant waves, making it a haven for surfers worldwide. Watching them ride those massive swells is an exhilarating experience in itself! But Nazaré is more than just a surfing hotspot. The beaches are incredible, especially Praia do Norte, and the cliffs offer breathtaking views that make you feel like you’re on the world’s edge. It’s overcast today, but there’s no rain until dinner time. We walked around…

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Porto Portugal

Day 75 – Porto, Portugal

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Intermittent rain all day. We discussed parking at the front desk. Because we’re right in the core, the “special rate” is €23 a day. Because we stayed another three days, we were told about a parking lot, which is a 12-minute walk away and has a special rate of 72 hours for €20. That’s a savings of €50 so of course we decided to move the car We walked down towards the bridges and along to see the Se Do Porto before crossing the Ponte Dom Luisi to catch the cable car that would take us to Port Wine Cellars…

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