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Last Login:
Apr 17, 2012
Member Since:
Jan 1, 2009
Citizen of:
United StatesLanguages Spoken:
English, Travel Style:
Shoe-string, Budget, In the middle, Mix & MatchPreferred transportation:
WalkingInterests:
Cruises, Culture, Food, History, Music, Outdoors, Photography, Reading, Research, Sight Seeing, Traveling, WritingRelationship Status:
In a relationshipTravel Status:
Hitting the roadInterested in:
Not telling!Occupation:
Music Journalist with a day-job that pays money, not CDs. :)Company:
"The Man"I travel because:
I want to see the world, and take pictures of it along the way.Perfect meal:
There are lots of perfect meals.Never travel without:
My camera.I wish they invented:
Teleporter.Last thing I broke:
Messenger bag.The thing I always forget:
One of my toiletries - I never remember everything.Travel inconveniences I could do without:
Security check-in...but I know it's necessary.When not traveling I'm:
Researching my next trip.Melanie F.
BA in journalism - does freelance music journalism and has a day job.
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Africa
Egypt: Abu Sunbul
Egypt: Al Uqsur
Egypt: Cairo
Egypt: Cairo
Asia
China: Beijing
Turkey: Istanbul
Vietnam: Ha Long
Caribbean
Cayman Islands: Grand Cayman
Cayman Islands: Grand Cayman
Jamaica: Ocho Rios
Jamaica: Ocho Rios
Europe
Croatia: Plitvica
France: Avranches
France: Paris
Germany: Fussen
Italy: Rome
Italy: Venice
Portugal: Lisboa
Spain: Barcelona
Spain: Granada
Spain: Sevilla
United Kingdom: London
North America
Canada: Grimsby
Canada: Niagara Falls
Canada: Toronto
Canada: Vancouver
Canada: Windsor
Mexico: Cozumel
United States: Agawam
United States: Atlanta
United States: Baraboo
United States: Beach Park
United States: Berkeley
United States: Berwyn
United States: Black Earth
United States: Blue Mounds
United States: Boston
United States: Bronx
United States: Brooklyn
United States: Buffalo
United States: Cheyenne
United States: Chicago
United States: Cicero
United States: Denver
United States: Des Plaines
United States: Detroit
United States: Dwight
United States: Elmwood Park
United States: Elmwood Park
United States: Emerson
United States: Estes Park
United States: Flagstaff
United States: Florida Keys
United States: Fort Collins
United States: Franklin Park
United States: Grand Canyon
United States: Hartford
United States: Hilton Head Island
United States: Holland
United States: Honey Island
United States: Indianapolis
United States: Joliet
United States: Kenosha
United States: Kensington
United States: Key West
United States: La Grange
United States: Los Angeles
United States: Loveland
United States: Memphis
United States: Meteor City
United States: Miami
United States: Mill Valley
United States: Mount Horeb
United States: Nashville
United States: New Orleans
United States: New York
United States: Newark
United States: Niagara Falls
United States: Niles
United States: Norridge
United States: Oak Park
United States: Oakland
United States: Olive Branch
United States: Olive Branch
United States: Park Ridge
United States: Phoenix
United States: Pleasant Prairie
United States: Pontiac
United States: Portsmouth
United States: Saint Louis
United States: San Diego
United States: San Francisco
United States: San Rafael
United States: Santa Cruz
United States: Savannah
United States: Sedona
United States: Sioux City
United States: Skokie
United States: Springfield
United States: Thunderbolt
United States: West Memphis
United States: Winslow
United States: Wisconsin Dells
United States: Zion
Oceania
Australia: Whitsunday Island
South America
Peru: Cusco
Melanie has been to 85 cities and 7 countries and counting...
Worldly: is a scout
Danger: likes a little risk
Roughing it: likes a bug-free bed and hot showers
Shrewdness: stays alert while traveling
Off the beaten track: likes popular destinations
Depth of Knowledge: has written a book's worth
Overall TravelCred score:
2624
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My Reviews
Cozumel, Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico
Added Jan 3, 2011
Beautiful beach, great little bars on the beach, lots of water activities - all the safe was friendly and fun. It was a great time.
Cheyenne, Wyoming, United States
Added Jun 2, 2010
I would NOT recommend that anyone go there. The animals on the ranch were in filthy pens with moldy hay to eat. It was depressing. In the llama pens alone there was poop piled so high there was no way that had accumulated from only a day or two. I hate seeing animals that are mistreated.
Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
Added Dec 7, 2009
It was actually the plan to try their chocolate stout that brought me to Bailey's Chocolate Bar during my stay in St. Louis but I was pleasantly surprised by how nice this place was! There is an extensive menu to goodies as well - if you like cholocate and cheese (not together) you'll be in heaven!
http://www.baileyschocolatebar.com/
http://www.baileyschocolatebar.com/
Florida Keys, Florida, United States
Added Mar 27, 2009
There's a LOT of fun stuff to see & do on Duval St!
Florida Keys, Florida, United States
Added Mar 17, 2009
One of the main places to stop into when in Key West.
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Added Mar 11, 2009
I don't go to the Taste anymore because I can't handle the crowds but I used to go every year. If you work in downtown Chicago walk over during your lunch on a weekday. Or, if you're in town visiting this is a much better time to go. The BEST time to go is right when it opens because you don't have to deal with being elbow to elbow with strangers. Lots of good food samples from many of our cities restaurants.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Mar 3, 2009
Bourbon St is at least something to see once on your first trip to New Orleans. The freedom & decadence is a little surprising and it's fun to enjoy. However, after that wears off make sure you venture out past Bourbon & take in the rest of a wonderful city!
San Francisco, California, United States
Added Mar 3, 2009
Very colorful and diverse area! Fun for shopping, driving or walking around.
San Francisco, California, United States
Added Mar 3, 2009
A very relaxing place to hang out & read, hear a concert on occassion, or just people watch.
Sedona, Arizona, United States
Added Feb 22, 2009
I chose Oaxaca Restaurant because of their rooftop cantina. The views in Sedona are amazing so I wanted to enjoy dinner while looking out over the red rock formations. Plus, I had read several good reviews of their food online and figured I had a winner. When we got there we requested the rooftop cantina & were told it was closed due to a lack of waiters. Disappointed, but we stayed for dinner anyway sitting in the in-door dining room. The food was ok - nothing special and frankly way over-priced for the quality.
Sedona, Arizona, United States
Added Feb 22, 2009
We stopped in to their bar for a drink and everyone was very friendly, the bar had a nice, friendly feel to it. Big screen tvs were broadcasting sports. In the dining room there are floor to ceiling windows looking out on the amazing red rock formations in Sedona. Unfortunately, we went to a restaurant across the street for dinner that evening but I found that place disappointing and really wish we had stayed at Open Range for dinner as well. Next time I'm in Sedona I will.
New York, New York, United States
Added Feb 21, 2009
Very cool and a must see when in New York City.
West Hollywood, California, United States
Added Feb 16, 2009
A MUST for any trip to Los Angeles & Hollywood!
Los Angeles, California, United States
Added Feb 16, 2009
The food is pretty much the same at any of the Hard Rocks, but I really enjoyed the vibe of the HRC in Hollywood.
Key West, Florida, United States
Added Feb 12, 2009
Nice restaurant, not too pricey like a lot of Key West. Loved the po-boy! Not quite as good as New Orleans - but at least reminded me of being there.
Agawam, Massachusetts, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
At the time that I was there it was actually Riverside Amusement Park (before becoming a Six Flags). Was a good time, and at the time had the world's largest ferris wheel. Don't know that that's still the case but I'd guess not.
San Francisco, California, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
An amazing experience to walk thru Muir Woods - gives even those who appreciate nature a new appreciation for it.
Meteor City, Arizona, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Seeing it on tv and reading about it in books just doesn't quite prepare you for seeing it in person. Great little museum too, employees all very friendly and helpful. Great time with a lot of interesting stuff to learn too.
Elmwood Park, Illinois, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
The beefs are good, but that's not why you go to Johnny's. It's their Italian ice that is in a class of its own.
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Had to have a meal at this classic diner while in Flagstaff. Very Route 66-ish, and a total blast-from-the-past. Good food, cheap. Only dow-side is that it gets pretty crowded, and we waited in line for a pretty long time to pay for our meal.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
The Grayline tour of the Garden District gives you a heady dose of beauty, architecture, & history.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Great place to have a drink, learn about the pirates of ole, experience some history while you're sitting it in, and just enjoy the quietier end of Bourbon St in New Orleans.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
For lovers of New Orleans, the French Quarter, Absinthe, or history - then you'll want to stop into The Old Absinthe House in New Orleans for a drink and to take in the vibe.
Nashville, Tennessee, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
A must for visitors to Nashville - a great time to be had even if you're not a huge country fan. All you have to have an appreciation for is history and music in general.
New York, New York, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are MUST sees for all Americans - especially those who are aware of their ancesters who came here from other parts of the world...you'll learn a lot about what they went through in order to have a better life.
San Francisco, California, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Very interesting tour that's made very fun as well. I was pretty young when I went on this tour, plan to go back again next time in San Francisco.
Springfield, Illinois, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Very interesting and so much history!
San Francisco, California, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
There is nothing else like this. A trip to San Francisco has to include a glimpse of Lombard Street!
San Rafael, California, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Beautiful! Marin County is breath-taking and a great place to see some beautiful water, relax, and take pictures.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Lots of history and amazing exhibits...will go back again!
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
One of the coolest things to do while in New Orleans is take a steamboat cruise on the Mississippi River.
Oak Park, Illinois, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Great museum & tour for architecture buffs.
New York, New York, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Great time for baseball lovers. Just be careful walking to and from your car.
Grand Canyon, Arizona, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
The most amazing thing I've ever seen - a place that everyone should see.
San Francisco, California, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
A great place to visit while in San Francisco - pretty, but where you can also do some shopping, eating, and hanging out. Depending on what month you're there tho the wind can cut right thru you!
Hartford, Connecticut, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Very interesting museum & tour - would love to go back again.
Honey Island, Louisiana, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
I love the swamp! Before I went there I thought it would be mucky or dirty - it was far from it. It was far from it, beatiful actually. And we got to see gators too - one of which was 15 feet long! It was an awesome experience.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Majestic. So much a part of New Orleans. I trip to NOLA without going in to the Cathedral is missing something special.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Great attraction! Very well organized and a lot of fun.
Flagstaff, Arizona, United States
Added Feb 8, 2009
Great museum in-doors, and huge telescopes outside. The night I was there got to look through one to see a star cluster, and another to see Jupiter.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Jan 15, 2009
Beignets are served warm and are very very good!
Key West, Florida, United States
Added Jan 14, 2009
Very cool bar in Key West, popular with the tourists and the locals. Ernest Hemmingway used to hang out here during his Key West days...there's a tree growing thru the middle of the bar...great, fun vibe. Can't wait to go back!
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Added Jan 13, 2009
I love the colors, the music, the architecture, the vibe. I love walking through the streets early in the morning. It's my favorite place in the world to be.
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