Carole Terwilliger Meyers's Blog, page 120

Misc.: World's Top 10 Train Rides

These exciting and scenic train rides were selected by members of the Society of American Travel Writers (SATW), the world’s largest organization of professional travel journalists and photographers. One is:
Mexico’s El Chepe (http://www.chepe.com.mx/) ventures into the imposing landscapes of the Sierra Tarahumara and into Mexico’s famed Copper Canyon, passing through 87 tunnels and crossing 37 bridges. The Copper Canyon is four times the size of the Grand Canyon – and deeper. “Mexico’s Chepe tra

Sights to See: NYC, Frick Collection

Frick Collection 1 E. 70th St./5th Ave, 212-288-0700; http://www.frick.org/. Tu-Sat 10-6, Sun 11-5, closed M. $15, 62+ $10, students with ID $5, under age 10 not admitted, Sun 11-1 pay what you wish. Free audio guide with admission. Jewels of art displayed in this 1914 mansion--which opened as a museum in 1935--include a Rembrandt self-portrait and many jewel-toned El Grecos. Rooms are furnished with 18th-century French furniture, porcelains, and Oriental rugs, and delightful and intriguing Fren

Sights to See: NYC, Neue Galerie New York

Neue Galerie New York 1048 Fifth Ave./86th St., on Museum Mile across from Central Park, 212-628-6200; http://www.neuegalerie.org. Thur-M 11-6 (closed Tu & W). $15, students & seniors $10, under 12 not admitted, age 12 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult; Acoustiguide audio tour included with admission. Modern German and Austrian art and furniture is displayed in this elegantly repurposed townhouse that opened as a museum in 2002. Don’t miss the dramatic black-and-white polka-dot halls on the

Misc.: Malpica, Mexico, cantina

See my lovely image of a church in Malpica, Mexico. It will remain at this writers' website for one week. Here's another image of the town cantina.

http://www.writersmarketplace.com/ image copyright 2009 Carole Terwilliger Meyers

Things to Do: Amsterdam, Beer Bikes

"The tolerance of Amsterdam residents is legendary, but the beer bike may have stretched it to the breaking point." Read the whole story at:

http://www.jaunted.com/story/2009/6/13/15419/2441/travel/Amsterdam+Beer+Bikes%3A+Possibly+Dangerous%2C+Definitely+Dorky

Great Sleeps: Peru, Titilaka

Perhaps you've heard of Lake Titicaca in Peru, and perhaps you've seen images of the famous reed boats that float there. But have you heard about the spectacular new Titilaka hotel that opened recently nearby? Learn more about the hotel at:
http://www.andean-experience.com/titilaka

Find out about more adventures in Peru at:
http://www.andean-experience.com/

Good Eats: Los Angeles, California, Farmers Market

Farmers Market 6333 W. 3rd St./Fairfax, West Los Angeles, (323) 933-9211; http://www.farmersmarketla.com/. Opened in 1934 as a market for farmer’s selling produce to the public, this rambling contemporary souk now is filled with stalls selling all manner of things edible--everything from specialty sausages to prime produce to miniature chocolate Oscars. You can also pick up Daily Variety and some pretty dreadful souvenirs. It is the perfect spot for lunch. And because celebrities have to eat, to

Sights to See: The Amazon, Peru, Aqua Expeditions

Aqua Expeditions http://www.aquaexpeditions.com. 12 guest suites; all have outward-facing picture windows and en-suite sitting areas. 3-, 4-, 7-night itineraries. Beginning in the area where Fitzcarraldo (one of my favorite movies) was filmed, this 5-star luxury cruise ventures through rarely-seen areas of the Peruvian Amazon. This is the Royal Scotsman meets the Amazon, with sophisticated cuisine on the menu as well as Latin classics. Guests leave the boat on a launch daily with a natura

Sights to See: Houston, Texas, The Menil Collection

This Houston museum complex is located on a residential cul de sac. Founder Mrs. Menil, who according to a guide “was deeply protestant and deeply rich,” was able to keep control of the neighborhood by buying up properties and then renting them out. The tranquil green zone features arts-and-crafts cottages throughout--all painted a unifying Rothko grey. It is quite a surprise to find all these striking museums within easy walking distance of each other in a residential area. ● The Menil Collecti

Hail to The Chief at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas

While President Barack Obama was in Las Vegas for a fundraiser, he once again chose Caesars Palace as his resort of choice. Having been a frequent guest of the hotel during his campaign, President Obama noted to the audience, "I thought I had a pretty nice room," he said. "But now I'm president, they upgraded me. It's a really nice room now." Nice it is--the 22,000-square-foot suite in the newly renovated Forum Tower offers unparalleled views of the Las Vegas Strip and offers and an exterior pat