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Long Weekend in Paris: Here’s What You Can See

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  I was granted a long weekend in Paris when I ended up with work meetings in Europe following a conference.  With a city the size of Paris, most people wouldn’t schedule only 3 days there, but this is the hand I was dealt. But no worries, because you can actually see a ton with a long … Read more

La Cordonnerie: The Best Restaurant in Paris?

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When someone from Paris recommends a French restaurant, you know it’s going to be good. La Cordonnerie is a cozy French restaurant on Rue Saint Roch with an amazing atmosphere. As you step in La Cordonnerie, you will feel like you are stepping into someones kitchen.   It is an old charming building with the original wooden … Read more

9 Things to do in Marrakech For First Timers

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    …already madly in love with Morocco, have been here a few short hours and already have a henna tattoo, want everything from the souks and know I want to live in a Riad back in the states   It’s hard to navigate through such a crazy city full of culture and excitement when … Read more

Venice Quotes: Our 10 Favorite Quotes About Venice

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  Venice has been a place of romantic enchantment for travelers since it began to exist.  Visitors are repeatedly hit with a sense of wonderment and appreciation upon leaving, only to attempt to explain how the city of water made them feel…which brings us to our 10 favorite Venice quotes:   If I could live … Read more

Switzerland Quotes- Our 13 Best Quotes About Switzerland

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  The rugged nature and pure beauty of Switzerland is enough to take anyone’s breath away. Looking for Switzerland quotes to express how you feel? We have you covered!   Our collection of Switzerland Quotes: “Internationally, I love going to Switzerland. I went there many times for shooting and loved the Alps, the tranquility, cleanliness, … Read more

A Severa: Experience True Fado, Lisbon Portugal

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  While traveling through foreign countries, I believe the best way to find out what to do, see or eat, is to ask the locals. I was in a crazy taxi ride (those who have been to Lisbon can probably relate) and the cab driver filled me in about his love for traditional Portuguese music … Read more

Top 9 Things to Do in Lisbon Portugal

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I’ve got two places I like to be. Portugal is one. -Cliff Richards In this day and age, we all get a little overwhelmed trying to narrow down the sights we want to see and the activities we want to experience when visiting a new foreign city. If you’re visiting Portugal soon and looking for the … Read more

Cesky Krumlov: A Photo Diary

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A little over 2 hours from Prague, you can find the second biggest castle complex in the Czech Republic, Cesky Krumlov. Cesky Krumlov is an amusing labyrinth like town in Southern Bohemia, focused around the colorful Cesky Krumlov Castle. The entire town of Cesky Krumlov is absolutely adorable, from the Renaissance and baroque buildings to the riverside bars … Read more

The Sofia Hotel, San Diego: Review

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The Rooms   The Sofia Hotel gets my vote for the comfiest bed I’ve slept in this year. The Good: For a historic hotel, no detail of the Sofia has been spared. The rooms are beautifully decorated with mood lighting, luxurious bed linens and intricate bath amenities.  Did I mention how comfortable the bed is? … Read more

14 Mistakes You Will Make Your First Time Abroad (And How To Prevent Them)

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    Whether this is your first time abroad for school or for fun, you will definitely be learning a lot about international travel. With a little help from us, you won’t be learning your lessons the hard way…   Mistake #1:   Exchanging Currency at the Airport or at Any Currency Exchange Get euros … Read more

Kayaking Bio Bay: Fajardo Puerto Rico

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  The first thing you notice is the wake — a luminous, emerald path of foam lingering below the stern. About 45 minutes from the El Yunque National Rainforest, you can find the small town of Fajardo, which is home to one of the few Bioluminescent Lagoons in the world. Fajardo is known for it’s … Read more

Yosemite National Park: Hiking The Upper Falls Trail

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    Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside in a cloud of smoke, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming “Wow! What A Ride!”   Yosemite National Park is one of those … Read more

5 Reasons To Visit Bulgaria in Your 20s

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Bulgaria is a small but charming country in Eastern Europe. And before thinking “why should someone even want to visit some unknown country at the end of the globe”, let me tell you that Bulgaria isn’t as bad as you think. Here we have breathtaking beaches, high and unbelievably beautiful mountains, totally stunning cultural and … Read more

6 Reasons to Visit the Galapagos Islands ASAP

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Settled a few hundred miles off the coast of South America are the famous Galapagos Islands. Each island is extremely unique and holds an enormous amount of biodiversity. They’ve been called one of the worlds ‘last wild places’, so of course we had to go exploring. Here are our top six must do’s when visiting this … Read more

20 Travel Songs For Your Twenties

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There’s a good chance that at the top of your packing list is your ipod.  We complied a list of songs to load up on during your travels that capture the spirit of traveling in your twenties. Here are our 20 Travel Songs For Your Twenties:   Like the list? Check out the link below to … Read more

7 Things To Do in Boston: For Foodies & Drinkers Alike

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  If you like to eat and you like to drink, odds are you are probably my type of human being. I’m not picky. Here is our 7 Things to do in Boston: The Foodie Edition: 1. Gain 10lbs in the North End The North End is famous for having some of the best Italian … Read more

Al Dente, Boston: Find Authentic Italian in the North End

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Boston’s North End has some of the best Italian cuisine outside of Italy. Visit Al Dente and order the Shrimp and Calamari Fra Diavalo and you won’t be disappointed; Large shrimp and calamari, sauteed in olive oil, served in a spicy marinara sauce, white wine and served over homemade linguine. These are the best noodles I have ever eaten in my life, and I spent two weeks in Italy. 

Al Dente is a small and cozy restaurant with low lighting, which creates a romantic ambiance: perfect for date night, but horrible for food photography (as you can see in my picture above). The wait staff is pleasant, attentive and happy to make recommendations. This was my first North End experience and I will definitely be back!

Al Dente Restaurant

109 Salem St Boston, MA 02113

Website: http://www.aldenteboston.com 

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