Pumpkin Spice Latte – Early Fall Return
Starbucks get the publicity but were beaten on the starting line by Dunkin Donuts for the early return of the seasonal favourite…..Pumpkin Spice Latte! Gosh I miss America and it seems further away than ever right now. Why can’t the UK have the same delicious and heart warming aroma of Pumpkin Spice? We get seasonal flavours that finish on 31 October as a Halloween tie … Continue reading Pumpkin Spice Latte – Early Fall Return
Cheers Bar in Boston closes – Covid Pandemic blamed
For those of you who were fans of the popular and long running show Cheers the original exterior of the pub that was featured is actually called ‘The Bull and Finch’. Located on Beacon Street opposite the Public Gardens it is one of Boston’s most visited attractions. So when I saw reports that Cheers, Boston was closing due to the Coronavirus Pandemic I was surprised. … Continue reading Cheers Bar in Boston closes – Covid Pandemic blamed
USA Road Trips – Popular Roadside Attractions not to Miss!
If you are planning a ‘safecation’ and doing a road trip keep your eyes peeled for these oddities along your chosen route. Some are historically revered and others have grown and expanded into the local icons that they are today. Admittedly there is plenty to break up the 2,448 miles of Route 66 and two of the most famous are Cadillac Ranch near Amarillo and … Continue reading USA Road Trips – Popular Roadside Attractions not to Miss!
Coronavirus – Simon Malls, Mills and Outlet Centers
If Walmart can show shoppers on their website what precautions are in place to encourage social distancing and hygiene during this ‘new normal’ why can’t Simon Malls do the same? On their website you can search for a center and if you scroll down the page of each property is a section on what Simon Malls are doing for their communities but not about the … Continue reading Coronavirus – Simon Malls, Mills and Outlet Centers
Coronavirus – Black Friday Cancelled
The American tradition of recent years to queue outside major stores for ‘Door Buster Sales’ is in danger (or otherwise) of being cancelled due to the surging cases of Covid-19 in many states. Walmart who have at least 4,750 across the whole of the USA announced last week that all of it’s stores will be closed on Thanksgiving. Today Target who itself have over 1,800 … Continue reading Coronavirus – Black Friday Cancelled
Disney’s Hollywood Studios Virtual Queue – Rise of the Resistance
As park hopping is not available throughout Walt Disney World and no Fast Pass in place due to preventing guest build up. The newest and most popular ride in Disney’s Hollywood Studios is the ‘Rise of the Resistance’ in the Star Wars Galaxy’s Edge section of the park. Disney with enhanced safety and hygiene in mind have created a virtual queue so that all guests … Continue reading Disney’s Hollywood Studios Virtual Queue – Rise of the Resistance
Coronavirus – Get Virus Tested to visit Alaska & Hawaii
As the world continues to struggle massively with the impact of Covid-19 the decisions to travel remain a difficult choice to make. In America most states require you to self quarantine for 14 days before you can step out at your own expense. Alaska have taken a positive approach to entice tourists back to enjoy the small summer window left before the season changes. If … Continue reading Coronavirus – Get Virus Tested to visit Alaska & Hawaii
Coronavirus – ‘Safecation’
A new category of holiday has emerged recently due to the Coronavirus Pandemic. As international travel is put on hold for many residents of their mother country are giving up on wanderlust and choosing ‘Safecations’ instead. I suppose these are going to be Staycations with extra precautions built in so that comfort and hygiene are adhered to and controlled by each party. Knowing where you … Continue reading Coronavirus – ‘Safecation’
Coronavirus – Still Causing Problems
USA, Canada and Mexico have all kept their borders closed to travellers, visitors and non essential traffic. The closure to all border crossings has been extended until at least the end of August 2020. A recent IPSOS poll in Canada shows that the majority of Canadians are in favour of the borders remaining closed until the end of 2020 at the least. The epicentre of … Continue reading Coronavirus – Still Causing Problems
Coronovirus – Magic Kingdom Open Again
Amid over 10,000 new cases reported in the Sunshine State on 11 July it didn’t prevent the re-opening of the ‘Happiest Place on Earth’, the Magic Kingdom. Entry is strictly by appointment only and admissions are around 50% of normal occupancy. This must be a blessed relief to visitors to be able to roam around at a safe distance. Character photo opportunities are no longer … Continue reading Coronovirus – Magic Kingdom Open Again
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