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Al Tavolino – Milan, Italy
Fantastic restaurant. The restaurant is very nice inside, but we sat outside on a beautiful day. Had a fantastic pizza and salad. I remember thinking, “Why can’t they do this well in the US…
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Posa – Ridgefield, Connecticut
Excellent Italian food in a very nicely built-out restaurant. Decent-sized outdoor patio. Friendly service.
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Casa Di David – Amsterdam, Netherlands
Absolutely flawless Italian food in an upscale part of Amsterdam. I’d have given it 5 stars if the building was a bit nicer or had a better view.
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Rijksmuseum – Amsterdam, Netherlands
Hard to take it all in. It’s chock full of legendary artwork. The museum itself is a sight to behold and the atmosphere outside, with people milling about, is joyous. Love this…
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Van Gogh Museum – Amsterdam, Netherlands
For van Gogh fans, this is an absolute must. The museum is gorgeous, the art is phenomenal, and the price is right.
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Sheraton-Petaluma – California
Newer but not fancy hotel. Has coin-operated laundry. Gorgeous area, it’s like Tuscany in the USA. Downtown Petaluma has great restaurants.
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Hunan Noodle Bar – Ridgefield, Connecticut
Nicely built-out restaurant, great, traditional noodle shop. Tasty broths, fresh vegetables. Love this place.
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Red Hat Bistro – Irvington, New York
Gorgeous restaurant with amazing Hudson River views, very good food, and fine service.
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Locanda Verde – New York City
Excellent food, was packed when we were there. Beautiful restaurant. Have to make reservations well in advance.
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Emirates – New York City to Milan – Business Class
, June 2017 and June 2019 Luxurious, wonderful service from start to finish. The only thing keeping me from giving 5 stars is the typical airplane bathrooms.