NYC |Governors Island Get Away

Some folks like to get away, Take a holiday from the neighborhood – Billy Joel – 1976

Governors Island is the perfect escape from the city: 172 acres of car-free bike paths, playgrounds, gardens and incredible views all a five-minute ferry ride from lower Manhattan daily or Brooklyn (weekends only). Continue reading “NYC |Governors Island Get Away”

Oman | Great Day Trips from Muscat

Oman merits at least a week of your vacation time. However, that is not always possible. Even a visit of a few days provides opportunities to explore some of the historical villages and forts within an easy drive of Muscat. For the most part, the main roads are excellent and marked in Arabic and English. If you only have one day, then I would recommend Nizwa, Bahla and Jabrin. If possible, include a visit  to the lovely hillside town of Misfah. Continue reading “Oman | Great Day Trips from Muscat”