July 16, 20232 yr 38 minutes ago, DrPhilly said: Did Buddy’s place last night and very happy we did. Thanks for the tip. You're welcome! Now I need to get there myself! I'm still mad at myself for being so close to it and not knowing about it. That's why I keep notes of interesting places now in a big spreadsheet, so I can check on a place and see if I read about something years earlier before traveling.
July 16, 20232 yr 1 hour ago, xzmattzx said: You're welcome! Now I need to get there myself! I'm still mad at myself for being so close to it and not knowing about it. That's why I keep notes of interesting places now in a big spreadsheet, so I can check on a place and see if I read about something years earlier before traveling. Buddy is on some sort of farewell tour and playing there in about a week for his birthday.
August 19, 20232 yr Author Leaving in a couple days for a combo French Riviera / Sardinia. Never been to Sardinia before, looking forward to food and beaches.
August 20, 20232 yr On 7/23/2023 at 2:17 PM, DiPros said: Only 1 hr from home. Will never tire of it. Where is that?
August 20, 20232 yr So we’re going to tour New England states driving thru interior, then coming back along coast. Going to be in Bar Harbor when Eagles open season against New England. Planning on watching game at Leary’s Landing Irish pub . Anyone been there ? https://www.learyslanding.com/
August 22, 20232 yr On 8/20/2023 at 8:26 AM, DrPhilly said: Where is that? The Elk River-the land over there is Turkey Point (Elk Neck State Park) in Maryland. The view to the left would be where the Elk goes into the Chesapeake Bay.
August 25, 20232 yr On 8/20/2023 at 7:55 PM, Talkingbirds said: So we’re going to tour New England states driving thru interior, then coming back along coast. Going to be in Bar Harbor when Eagles open season against New England. Planning on watching game at Leary’s Landing Irish pub . Anyone been there ? https://www.learyslanding.com/ I've never been there, but it sounds nice. Being on a list of 10 best bars in Maine has to mean a little something. That waitlist tab on the website looks like it might be useful for you before you arrive.
August 27, 20232 yr Author Sorry for the huge photo dump, but some cool places… First few are a hotel perched above Monaco with some creative food, then transitioning to Sardinia’s coast of Baunei moving up to their Emerald coast.
September 6, 20232 yr Author 23 hours ago, mr_hunt said: On 8/27/2023 at 7:30 AM, eagle45 said: nice view! Better from the front but I'm not allowed to post that online. 😅
September 6, 20232 yr 42 minutes ago, eagle45 said: Better from the front but I'm not allowed to post that online. 😅 Boooooooo
September 12, 20232 yr I have a little bucket list for myself already, but does anyone have suggestions for Los Angeles? I'm flying out for the Eagles game there in a month.
September 12, 20232 yr On 8/22/2023 at 3:10 PM, DiPros said: The Elk River-the land over there is Turkey Point (Elk Neck State Park) in Maryland. The view to the left would be where the Elk goes into the Chesapeake Bay. Nice! I've been there many moons ago. A quick drive down from Kennett.
September 12, 20232 yr Author 13 hours ago, xzmattzx said: I have a little bucket list for myself already, but does anyone have suggestions for Los Angeles? I'm flying out for the Eagles game there in a month. I love going to LA. Coming from an East Coaster, it really has something for everyone. The main touristy thing to do is to check out Rodeo drive, the Hollywood sign, the Chinese theater, and the studio tours. I'm not really into any of that, but that's one sight seeing way to go. It's worth a trip to Beverly Hills to go through the shops, restaurants, and bars...just an interesting scene. You could also take a half day trip to either/both the Montage Laguna Beach or the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel. Gorgeous grounds to walk, great views, and a neat spot for a (expensive) lunch or dinner with drinks and a view. Probably my favorite part of SoCal, however, is Hermosa and Manhattan Beach. When I have to go to LA, those are the spots I look forward to. Laid back towns with great uncrowded beaches, neat restaurants/bars, not as pricey or high-maintenance as other parts of LA. Best vibe in California, IMO.
September 12, 20232 yr 1 hour ago, eagle45 said: I love going to LA. Coming from an East Coaster, it really has something for everyone. The main touristy thing to do is to check out Rodeo drive, the Hollywood sign, the Chinese theater, and the studio tours. I'm not really into any of that, but that's one sight seeing way to go. It's worth a trip to Beverly Hills to go through the shops, restaurants, and bars...just an interesting scene. You could also take a half day trip to either/both the Montage Laguna Beach or the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel. Gorgeous grounds to walk, great views, and a neat spot for a (expensive) lunch or dinner with drinks and a view. Probably my favorite part of SoCal, however, is Hermosa and Manhattan Beach. When I have to go to LA, those are the spots I look forward to. Laid back towns with great uncrowded beaches, neat restaurants/bars, not as pricey or high-maintenance as other parts of LA. Best vibe in California, IMO. Thanks. I was particularly looking at going to one of the South Bay communities. I'm leaning towards Hermosa Beach at the moment. Between Hermosa, Manhattan, Redondo, and others, what are your pros and cons?
September 12, 20232 yr Author 24 minutes ago, xzmattzx said: Thanks. I was particularly looking at going to one of the South Bay communities. I'm leaning towards Hermosa Beach at the moment. Between Hermosa, Manhattan, Redondo, and others, what are your pros and cons? You can easily check out all 3. I like Hermosa to set up for the beach and the strand. They have a fun area right off the beach at night with some bars and restaurants. Manhattan has more restaurant options and a bit more swank/bars/nightlife. I haven’t really explored Redondo, but it’s right there, practically a walk.
September 12, 20232 yr 4 minutes ago, eagle45 said: You can easily check out all 3. I like Hermosa to set up for the beach and the strand. They have a fun area right off the beach at night with some bars and restaurants. Manhattan has more restaurant options and a bit more swank/bars/nightlife. I haven’t really explored Redondo, but it’s right there, practically a walk. Any favorite bars in each of those beach towns, or on the beach at any point? I liked the Bungalow in Santa Monica. I've heard about Brennan's Pub in Venice and their turtle races.
September 13, 20232 yr Author 21 hours ago, xzmattzx said: Any favorite bars in each of those beach towns, or on the beach at any point? I liked the Bungalow in Santa Monica. I've heard about Brennan's Pub in Venice and their turtle races. https://www.thestrandhousemb.com/ This is my favorite. Probably been 3x over the last 3 years or so and seems to get better each time. Great food, drinks, vibe, and views. https://thearthurj.com/ Really good steakhouse. Nothing better (but no less) than your typical high end really good Philly or NYC steakhouse. https://www.slaysteakandfishhouse.com/ Also a nice vibe, really enjoyed this one.
September 17, 20232 yr Author I really want to hike the Lofoten islands in Norway. I have no idea who that kid is, it's just a google image search of one of the hikes there. The problem is that it's notoriously cloudy and lousy weather, even in the best months of July/August. It takes 3 flights to get there. Once there, it's rustic accommodations/food. Lots of outdoorsy stuff...hikes, kayaking, polar plunges, beaches that look like you are in French Polynesia (with 40 degree water temps). It sits directly atop my bucket list, but my wife has zero interest in going and it's not remotely kid friendly.
September 17, 20232 yr 2 hours ago, eagle45 said: I really want to hike the Lofoten islands in Norway. I have no idea who that kid is, it's just a google image search of one of the hikes there. The problem is that it's notoriously cloudy and lousy weather, even in the best months of July/August. It takes 3 flights to get there. Once there, it's rustic accommodations/food. Lots of outdoorsy stuff...hikes, kayaking, polar plunges, beaches that look like you are in French Polynesia (with 40 degree water temps). It sits directly atop my bucket list, but my wife has zero interest in going and it's not remotely kid friendly. That looks insane and amazing. I have a friend that hiked the Trolltunga with his wife (now ex-wife). Something I would love to do but now that I’m a 42 year old with a 2 year old and 3 month old I’m not sure if it’s in the cards. 🥴
September 17, 20232 yr 2 hours ago, eagle45 said: I really want to hike the Lofoten islands in Norway. I have no idea who that kid is, it's just a google image search of one of the hikes there. The problem is that it's notoriously cloudy and lousy weather, even in the best months of July/August. It takes 3 flights to get there. Once there, it's rustic accommodations/food. Lots of outdoorsy stuff...hikes, kayaking, polar plunges, beaches that look like you are in French Polynesia (with 40 degree water temps). It sits directly atop my bucket list, but my wife has zero interest in going and it's not remotely kid friendly. The picture proves you wrong about kid friendly. That boy looks perfectly happy there on that cliff.
September 17, 20232 yr By the way @eagle45you're not saying what I think you're saying. Are you? No wife. No kids.... EMB Bachelors trip!!!!
September 17, 20232 yr I don’t know if this should go in the travel thread but I’m at Beech Mountain right now at the Land of Oz. It was legit. There are people here with Wizard of Oz arm sleeves all over the place. It felt like we were actually in the movie, even though I had a Fing stroller with 2 kids that I had to take through a tilted house that went through a twister 😡 @HazletonEagle I’m with Joe Marino and his wife and daughter. He no longer works with TDN but is there anything you’d like me to ask him for you?
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