Doha: Single female traveler with 8-hour layover in Doha
No concerns....Doha is very 'open'.....like Dubai generally. The Islamic art museum is worth checking out and the 'old town' area is nice......neither are far from the airport. See More
as Rocio said - there are too many good restaurants to list in Madrid....the food is generally excellent.....make sure you visit (and eat at) Mercado San Miguel (he listed also) :) See More
as Rocio said - there are too many good restaurants to list in Madrid....the food is generally excellent.....make sure you visit (and eat at) Mercado San Miguel (he listed also) :) See More
Vienna: Grocery stores in Vienna
Although I'm American, we stayed in Vienna for 2 mos recently and visit regularly.....the grocery stores are 'ok'.....not the U.S., but better than you'd expect.....if you like to cook, and want to 'stock up' on fresh ingredients there's an excellent... See More
Vancouver: Nice hotels in Vancouver?
Four Seasons is the best overall and great location. Wedgewood is also a very nice more 'boutique' experience also in a great location. L'hermitage also very nice and right in the center. See More
Seattle: What is Seattles best pizza?
Serious Pie is worth trying. Pizza is obviously a matter of 'taste/style' preference but this stuff is good! Get the truffle and cheese for sure. See More
Madrid: Madrid --> Barcelona --> Valencia --> Madrid in 5 nights?
I would definitely leave out Valencia - time is much better spent in Madrid and Barcelona - both cities have A LOT to see and do - you barely have enough time for those 2 as it is. Plus - Valencia really isn't anything special. See More
Dubai: Should I hire a car driver or do a monthly rental in Dubai?
renting a car is easy and much cheaper than a driver for an entire month. Getting around isn't that difficult as roads are good and easy to figure out. It depends on your priority - if money doesn't matter, get a driver. See More
Rio de Janeiro: Best way to experience Rio Carnival 2015?
It is not easy if you don't have a local connection.....but anyway, make sure you get tickets to the sambadrome 'finale'.....it is a MUST attend.....starts around 10pm and goes until 6am....absolutely a MUST. Beyond that, if you REALLY want to do Carnival... See More
Ashford Castle is outstanding place to visit and stay -highly recommend. But not many 'good' ones nearby Dublin.....most are 2+ hrs drive by car.....I lived in Dublin for ~1 yr and that was one of the worst parts.....all... See More