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Your Guide To Experiencing Hospitality, Good Eats, and Historical Sites in Syracuse, NY

by xoJohn October 3, 2018

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

The area that is now known as Syracuse wasn’t much of anything more than two centuries ago, but that all changed in the early 1800s. It was inevitable to many, as the land was level, it was near numerous salt supplies, and it would be the perfect spot to connect the eastern and western parts of the state. John Wilkinson thought the village looked quite similar to a city over in Italy, so when it came time to name it in 1820, he gave it the same name. It was then that Syracuse was born, and it became a city once the village and the nearby village of Salina merged.

October 3, 2018 0 comment

Destinations

Feel the Vibe of Jamaica in New York City

by xoJohn September 21, 2017

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

Jamaica has landed in SoHo, at least for the next few days. The Jamaica Tourist Board has extended Summer vibes for just a few days with their “Feel the Vibe” Pop-Up Shop. The Jamaica Tourist Board’s first-ever interactive pop-up is located at 393 Broadway in New York City.

September 21, 2017 0 comment

Destinations Featured

Experiencing the Magic of Anguilla

by xoJohn December 11, 2015

written by xoJohn 1 minutes read

A Caribbean island of the British West Indies, Anguilla is a place filled with pristine white sandy beaches met together with turquoise waters, swaying palm trees and a certain sense of magical charm you simply cannot resist. For years, Anguilla has been a key tourist destination offering an abundance of activities from discovering its teeming marine life through scuba diving to thrilling water sports such as kitesurfing and paddle boarding. No matter who is accompanying you, what you plan on filling your days with or what your expectations are, your trip to Anguilla is certain to be nothing short of magical.

December 11, 2015 0 comment

Wanderlust

Fleet Week with Circle Line and Open Loop

by Desha Winborne May 22, 2015

written by Desha Winborne 1 minutes read

Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer and service men and women have invaded NYC for Fleet Week. Some are visiting for the first time and others are returning home for the weekend. The annual tradition of fleet week is underway and what better way to celebrate than on the water. Circle Line Sight Seeing offers several tours around Manhattan. With tours starting at a mere $29, you can set sail around Manhattan, on one of their vessels and enjoy a picturesque view of the city. The tours include:

May 22, 2015 0 comment