If you didn’t get a chance to explore Spectacle and Georges Islands this year, this weekend is your last chance and you can save money to boot. Spectacle and Georges Islands are open to the public from mid-May through Columbus Day and visitors can make the most of their final weekend with free ferry service to both islands on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., according to the Boston Harbor Islands National & State Park. “You can walk the sandy beaches and scenic trails of Spectacle Island or explore historic Fort Warren on Georges Island all for free,” according to the park’s Facebook page. Those interested can catch the ferry to either island from Long Wharf North. Visitors won’t be able to reserve the ferry in advance, as tickets will only become available starting at 8 a.m. on Sunday at the Boston Harbor Cruises Ferry Center at Long Wharf North. Tickets are first-come, first-served. Close Find out how to Boston when you sign up for Boston.com's … [Read more...] about You can take a free ferry to Spectacle and Georges Islands today
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5 Ways to Make Your Bedroom Feel like a Hotel Room
I can’t tell you how to get turndown service every night, but I can show you the best ways to make your bedroom feel like a hotel room. It’s easier than ever to find the same sheets, mattresses, and more that your favorite hotels use. Follow these tips to get five-star-worthy sleep every night: Recreate Your Favorite Hotel Bed Want to recreate the feel of your last Marriott stay at home? You can buy the same experience on Marriott’s online shop, which sells the same brand of mattresses, bedding sets, and pillows that are used in the hotels. The shop is also available on Amazon if you want to Prime your new bed over immediately. Want to find your favorite hotel’s beds at a more affordable price? It’s fairly easy to find what mattress the property uses with a quick online search. For example, Westin touts its world-famous Heavenly Bed, but it’s a widely known secret that the Heavenly Bed is just a Simmons Beautyrest mattress, which you can find for … [Read more...] about 5 Ways to Make Your Bedroom Feel like a Hotel Room
Judge won’t free Israeli woman before sentencing for fraud
A federal judge in Maryland has refused to free an Israeli woman on bail while she awaits sentencing for orchestrating a scheme to defraud tens of thousands of investors across the globe out of tens of millions of dollars.U.S. District Judge Theodore Chuang ruled Tuesday that Lee Elbaz hasn’t shown there are release conditions that will “reasonably assure” her appearance at a December sentencing hearing.In August, Elbaz was taken into custody after a jury convicted her of three counts of wire fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud.Elbaz was CEO of an Israeli company that operated in the sale and marketing of financial instruments known as “binary options.” A prosecutor said Elbaz trained employees to lie to investors and rigged the odds against them making money. … [Read more...] about Judge won’t free Israeli woman before sentencing for fraud
LAX Airport parking, make your reservation hassle-free
October 9, 2019 by LiveShareTravel Editor While getting on an aeroplane and travelling to a new place might just be one of life’s most exciting experiences, it doesn’t come without its troubles. One of the biggest of those is finding a decent parking spot that wouldn’t cost you an arm and a leg like the ones at the airport. This is a recurring problem in many countries and particularly at Los Angeles International Airport, which sees millions of visitors every year – it’s one of the most crowded in the world. There are parking facilities there, but they might not work for you, not to mention the fact that it’s going to be pretty expensive. So, just what are the options available to you? Research other options Whether it’s Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) or any other, there are other alternatives around so you don’t have to get stuck with the parking at the airport. What you need to do is start conducting some … [Read more...] about LAX Airport parking, make your reservation hassle-free
Top Ways to Make the Most Of Your Next Layover
October 9, 2019 by Jean Holy Smithereens Leave a Comment As every budget-savvy traveler knows, one of the most effective ways to save money on flights is to opt for a connecting journey rather than a direct flight. Of course, one of the downsides to this is that you may end up spending several hours in an airport lounge, with little to do other than check your emails and watch the planes trundle along the runway. However, we believe in making the most of every step of the travel experience, which is why it’s time to start embracing your layovers. Here are some ways to truly make the most out of your next travel delay. Get Out of the Airport If you have more than a couple of hours to spare, the best way to maximize your layover experience is by getting out of the departures lounge and heading into the city. There is a huge industry built around those looking to do some exploring on their layovers, so do your research to see what experiences await you. One much-feted example is … [Read more...] about Top Ways to Make the Most Of Your Next Layover