Category Archives: Philadelphia
Philadelphia Mural Art Tour
A tour of Philadelphia’s fascinating mural art is an absolute must, to get a glimpse of the city’s home-grown creativity. There are over 3000 murals in Philadelphia, telling the stories of the communities, scenes from everyday Philly life and paying … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Philadelphia, Tours
Tagged Alex's Lemonade Stand, anti-graffiti initiative, block party, Diego Rivera mural, Grandma's Quilt mural, Martin Luther King mural, Mayor Wilson Goode, mural artist, Mural Arts Program, muralist Jane Golden, PAFA Philadelphia, parachute cloth, Philadelphia mural art tour, Philly murals
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Shopping In Philadelphia
Philadelphia is the perfect city to refresh your wardrobe and it has one distinct advantage over neighbouring New York – tax-free shopping. Not only is it exciting to explore the stand alone stores of covetable American brands that haven’t yet … Continue reading
Posted in Philadelphia, Shopping, Stores, USA
Tagged Chestnut Street Philadelphia, designer shopping, Di Bruno Bros. Philadelphia, discount shopping outlet, King of Prussia Mall, Limerick PA, Madewell, Northern Liberties Philadelphia, Parc restaurant Philadelphia, Philadelphia boutiques, Philadelphia Premier Outlets®, Piazza at Schmidt’s, Rittenhouse Row shops, Shops at Liberty Place, Shops at the Bellevue, Stephen Starr Philadelphia, Tax-free Philly, tax-free shopping, Walnut Street Philadelphia, Williams-Sonoma
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Marriott Philadelphia Downtown
On my visit to Philadelphia for the opening of the Barnes Foundation this summer, I had the pleasure of spending five consecutive nights in the same glorious bed at Marriott Downtown Philadelphia. Marriott Downtown Philadelphia is conveniently located in the … Continue reading
Posted in Hotels, Philadelphia
Tagged Bath & Bodyworks aromatherapy, breakfast in bed, British Airways World Traveller Plus, city hotel, Concierge Lounge, four star hotel Philadelphia, hotel swimming pool, Marriott Philadelphia Downtown, Museum Mile, Pennsylvania Convention center, Philadelphia city center, Rittenhouse Square
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Reading Terminal Market, Downtown Philadelphia
Reading Terminal Market in downtown Philadelphia is absolute heaven for foodies. It should be top of the itinerary when visiting, as you may find yourself gravitating back there each day for a sneaky cannoli or Philly Cheesesteak. Anyone staying at … Continue reading
Posted in Market, Philadelphia, USA
Tagged Amish specialities, Carmen's Famous Hoagies & Cheesesteaks, downtown Philadelphia, indoor market, Obama Cheesesteak, Pennsylvania Dutch merchants, Philadelphia cheap eats, Philadelphia farmer's market, Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, Philly cheesesteak, Reading Terminal Market Philadelphia, street food, Termini Bros Bakery, The Grill at Smucker's
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Garces Trading Company, Philadelphia
Garces Trading Company, by Iron Chef Jose Garces, is one of my favourite foodie finds in Philadelphia, especially for a posh lunch. Located in the well-heeled Washington Square West neighbourhood, Garces Trading Company is an informal yet chic dining room … Continue reading
Posted in Cafes, Philadelphia, Restaurants, USA
Tagged charcuterie, Garces Trading Company, gourmet sandwich, honey mustard, Iron Chef Jose Garces, Jose Garces, lavender honey, Locust Street Philadelphia, maple cured bacon, molasses aioli, peanut butter jelly, Pennsylvania BYOB, Philadelphia, posh lunch, quince, roast turkey sandwich, salted caramel macarons, tomato bread soup, Washington Square West, wine shop
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Things To Do In Philadelphia
Philadelphia is one of East Coast America’s most vibrant cities, with a remarkably thriving art scene. Steeped in monumental American history, Pennsylvania’s largest city is full of colonial charm. Whether it’s tax-free shopping on chic Walnut and Chestnut Street, exploring … Continue reading
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Tagged Amish farmers, Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Big Bus Philadelphia, British Airways Philadelphia, Italian Market Philadelphia, JFK Plaza, Liberty Bell Philadelphia, LOVE Park Philadelphia, museum mile Philadelphia, PCVB, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Dutch, Philadelphia, Pine Street Antiques, Reading Terminal Market, Rittenhouse Row Festival, Rittenhouse Square, tax-free Philadelphia, The Phillies
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