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- How to take a baby on a plane: Tips for seat assignments, feeding and diaper change
- How to take a baby on the New York City subway – tips for new moms
- Review: What to expect at Blackout Haunted House in New York City (Halloween 2014)
- Experience NYC’s scary past at Nightmare haunted house (2014 review)
- 22 Badass Cosplay Weapons from NY Comic Con 2014 (PHOTOS)
- 23 Creative Kids Costumes from NY Comic Con 2014 (PHOTOS)
- Top 10 Trends in Womens Costumes at NY Comic Con 2014 (PHOTOS)
- Celebrating 10 Years of Terror: 5 Reasons to Visit NYC’s Blood Manor Haunted House
- PHOTOS: 5 things to do in Newport Rhode Island
- PHOTOS: 5 reasons to visit Valencia Spain – from paella to street parties
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travel Archive
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![At sunset, the banks of the Douro are buzzing with activity. I arrived in Porto on the longest day of the year, June 23, 2013. Tradition dictates that this day […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/Porto-9-115x115.jpg "Photo Essay: Discovering the old world charm of Porto Portugal")
Photo Essay: Discovering the old world charm of Porto Portugal
Posted on July 17, 2013 | 7 CommentsAt sunset, the banks of the Douro are buzzing with activity. I arrived in Porto on the longest day of the year, June 23, 2013. Tradition dictates that this day […] -
![Despite its reputation for chilly summers, San Francisco has its share of sunny days. When the sun does comes out, locals head to outdoor bars to get their craft beer […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/San-Francisco-Beer-Garden-115x115.jpg "The 5 best outdoor bars in San Francisco (photos)")
The 5 best outdoor bars in San Francisco (photos)
Posted on July 14, 2013 | 4 CommentsDespite its reputation for chilly summers, San Francisco has its share of sunny days. When the sun does comes out, locals head to outdoor bars to get their craft beer […] -
![Kurt Cobain is a music legend, so you might expect his hometown to have a museum or giant statue in the town square that celebrates his worldwide fame. As the […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Kurt-Cobain-Memorial-115x115.jpg "PHOTOS: The hidden Kurt Cobain Memorial in his hometown of Aberdeen Washington")
PHOTOS: The hidden Kurt Cobain Memorial in his hometown of Aberdeen Washington
Posted on June 30, 2013 | 8 CommentsKurt Cobain is a music legend, so you might expect his hometown to have a museum or giant statue in the town square that celebrates his worldwide fame. As the […] -
![I grew up in a big city, so when I started traveling I was attracted to nature-friendly destinations rather than metropolitan areas. But after leaving my cubicle job in Seoul to […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/Juno-Florence-115x115.jpg "Stop hating on cities! 5 reasons to visit a city on your next trip")
Stop hating on cities! 5 reasons to visit a city on your next trip
Posted on June 16, 2013 | 5 CommentsI grew up in a big city, so when I started traveling I was attracted to nature-friendly destinations rather than metropolitan areas. But after leaving my cubicle job in Seoul to […] -
![Camping in a NYC park is the ultimate adventure… Growing up in the suburbs, I never thought I would spend the night camping in Central Park. As a slender female […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Camping-in-Central-Park-NYC-26-115x115.jpg "How to camp in Central Park without getting arrested (PHOTOS)")
How to camp in Central Park without getting arrested (PHOTOS)
Posted on May 21, 2013 | 12 CommentsCamping in a NYC park is the ultimate adventure… Growing up in the suburbs, I never thought I would spend the night camping in Central Park. As a slender female […] -
![The best part of waking up is… not Starbucks! I love coffee. It’s one of the first things I think about in the morning and I appreciate a fine cup […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Coffee-cup-baby-marfy-2-115x115.jpg "Drink Local: The World’s Best Independent Coffee Shops")
Drink Local: The World’s Best Independent Coffee Shops
Posted on May 18, 2013 | 16 CommentsThe best part of waking up is… not Starbucks! I love coffee. It’s one of the first things I think about in the morning and I appreciate a fine cup […] -
![There’s more to Cancun than beaches and body shots. It’s clear why Cancun is a popular tourist destination for Americans– it offers pristine beaches, a thriving club scene and a […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/800px-Atardecer_en_Cancun-115x115.jpg "PHOTOS: Top 5 attractions in Downtown Cancun")
PHOTOS: Top 5 attractions in Downtown Cancun
Posted on May 11, 2013 | 3 CommentsThere’s more to Cancun than beaches and body shots. It’s clear why Cancun is a popular tourist destination for Americans– it offers pristine beaches, a thriving club scene and a […] -
![A visit to the cultural heart of southern Spain Our recent visit to Seville in southern Spain to celebrate my brother’s 40th birthday rewarded us with a generous dose of […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/MetropolParasol600wide-115x115.jpg "The Best of Spain: Top 5 Cultural Attractions in Seville (PHOTOS)")
The Best of Spain: Top 5 Cultural Attractions in Seville (PHOTOS)
Posted on April 14, 2013 | 10 CommentsA visit to the cultural heart of southern Spain Our recent visit to Seville in southern Spain to celebrate my brother’s 40th birthday rewarded us with a generous dose of […] -
![Don’t miss these 10 up-and-coming bands at Cochella! This month, Coachella, one of America’s top music festivals, will feature highly anticipated performances by The Postal Service, Blur, Modest Mouse, New […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Alt-J-115x115.jpg "2013 Coachella Guide: The 10 best indie bands to watch at the California music festival (VIDEOS)")
2013 Coachella Guide: The 10 best indie bands to watch at the California music festival (VIDEOS)
Posted on April 7, 2013 | 6 CommentsDon’t miss these 10 up-and-coming bands at Cochella! This month, Coachella, one of America’s top music festivals, will feature highly anticipated performances by The Postal Service, Blur, Modest Mouse, New […] -
![Enjoy poolside cocktails and culture at this California oasis. I like to call Palm Springs the oasis away from the oasis. Only a two hour drive from Los Angeles, this […]](http://downtowntraveler.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Windmills-115x115.jpg "Under the desert sun: The best Palm Springs attractions for a weekend getaway (PHOTOS)")
Under the desert sun: The best Palm Springs attractions for a weekend getaway (PHOTOS)
Posted on April 1, 2013 | 5 CommentsEnjoy poolside cocktails and culture at this California oasis. I like to call Palm Springs the oasis away from the oasis. Only a two hour drive from Los Angeles, this […]