New York State – Age ID for……Squirty Cream?!

Over here in the UK what the Americans know as canned whipped cream we call squirty cream. You know the product, cans of different flavour creams that teens and probably some grown ups literally squirt into their mouths without a dessert in sight? Apparently in New York State in an attempt to prevent use of nitrous oxide by under aged users this recent law is … Continue reading New York State – Age ID for……Squirty Cream?!

‘Thank you for being a Friend’ Golden Girls Pop Up Restaurant opens in Los Angeles

Sometimes you just have to blog about something that brings a smile to your face! An immersive dining experience has opened in Beverly Hills, CA that features the 1980’s classic tv show The Golden Girls. The 90 minute Golden Girls Kitchen slots start at $39 for off peak and rise to $55 peak per person. The menu features dishes from the show and yes of … Continue reading ‘Thank you for being a Friend’ Golden Girls Pop Up Restaurant opens in Los Angeles

Planning in Progress – Accommodation

Both sides of the Atlantic are seeing prices on many essential day to day items go through the roof. Recession is a word that is prominent in the media as well as the question about fuel prices not dropping as fast as they rise. The pound/dollar exchange rate definitely favours a visit from America to the UK or elsewhere in Europe.  It was with great … Continue reading Planning in Progress – Accommodation

Route 66 – OK (46th) will be my 45th

The long wait is over, well almost. In October I fly into Austin and collect my car for a 9 night road trip. Tip: It was better value to include the car with the flight than separately. First night will be in Waco followed by two nights in Dallas. In Dallas I am going to make use of the hotel’s airport shuttle and take the … Continue reading Route 66 – OK (46th) will be my 45th

Road Trip Planning in Progress

After a three year hiatus from flying I have spent the last few weeks planning and perfecting my next adventure on visiting my missing States. Followers of my early posts might remember that I have yet to set foot in – Utah, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, New Mexico and Hawaii. The most logical and economical research has put Austin as the arrival airport. Virgin Atlantic … Continue reading Road Trip Planning in Progress

Washington D.C – Lincoln Memorial is 100

At the far end of the National Mall in Washington D.C with the Potomac River flowing behind it is the  Lincoln Memorial. On 30 May it was 100 years since it was dedicated. It honours the 16th President of the United States who defended democracy and is styled after the Parthenon in Athens being the birthplace of democracy. Each of the 36 States that existed … Continue reading Washington D.C – Lincoln Memorial is 100

ESTA – Visa Waiver for USA – Price Increase Sep 2025

US Customs and Border Protection has announced that the price for an US ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation) for countries allowed to use the US Visa Waiver system is increasing from $21.00 to $40.00. The validity of the ESTA still remains at two years. For earlier posts regarding ESTA please click on the links below ESTA – Electronic System for Travel Authorisation ESTA or … Continue reading ESTA – Visa Waiver for USA – Price Increase Sep 2025