So here’s one story: In 2007, this woman was flying with her two kids. The kids started to fight. This fight caused the woman’s Bloody Mary to be spilled in her lap. The woman then spanked her children each three times on the thigh. The flight attendant confronted the woman, who swore and threw her tomato juice can on the floor. This was defined as an act of terrorism under the Patriot Act and the woman was arrested and convicted (she even spent three months in jail).
Over 200 people have been convicted under the Patriot Act, a controversial amendment brought about by the 2001 terrorist attacks in New York City. None of these people, however, have ever actually been trying to hijack a plane - most simply involved raised voices, foul language and drunken behavior (one couple was arrested for “overt sexual activity,” that made other passengers uncomfortable). Read more…
New York is a great city to visit no matter what time of year. But at Christmas, there is even more to see and do. Here are a few things you should take in if you’re in Manhattan within the next few months:
Christmas tree lighting at Rockefeller Centre
Ice skating at Rockefeller Centre
Nutcracker ballet
Bryant Park: Holiday shops and free-admission skating rink
Christmas-themed department store display windows
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
The train can be a great way to travel - you can just sit back, relax, have a drink and watch the scenery pass by. Sometimes, the train ride can be a trip in itself. Here’s a list of some of the best train trips in North America:
Empire Builder: Glacier National Park
Copper Canyon Train: Mexico
Coast Starlight: The American West Coast
Princess Rail Tours: Alaska
Canyonlands: The American Southwest
Rocky Mountaineer: Canada
Adirondack: New York City to Montreal
Downeaster: The American Northeast
Skunk Train: California
Crescent Train: New York City to New Orleans
You’re on vacation and you want to go somewhere special. It’s hard to say what makes a bar sexy, but good music, good drinks and good-looking people probably have a lot to do with it. Fortunately for you, here is a list of some of the world’s sexiest bars. Use it at your own risk… (*Wink*):
Le Ti St. Barth, St. Barths
Denis Simachëv, Moscow
Bellini Bar, Hôtel du Cap Eden-Roc, Antibes, France
Nublu, New York City
Buzz Beach Bar, Ölüdeniz, Turkey
Moon Bar, Banyan Tree Hotel, Bangkok, Thailand
Nuth Lounge, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Dino’s Beach Bar, Tofo, Mozambique
Giardino d’Inverno, Hotel Principe di Savoia, Milan, Italy
Shalvata, Tel Aviv
NEW YORK, May 12 /PRNewswire/ — The Flatotel is welcoming visiting families from London to Los Angeles this summer with great rates, spacious accommodations and action packed activities for kids at every age. The modern, midtown Manhattan luxury property is making it easy to plan an affordable getaway in one of the world’s most exciting destinations.
Families who book by June 30th can enjoy a spacious stay in one of the Flatotel’s newly refurbished deluxe one-bedroom suites; featuring a pull-out couch; fully equipped eat-in kitchen and one-and-a-half baths from $385 and up per night. The suite accommodates up to two adults and two children. Reservations and rates subject to availability and apply to travel beginning at the end of June, and through July and August.
The Flatotel has discovered how to make an adult environment work for kids and embraces family members with its cozy atmosphere and more personalized services. Upon arrival, families receive a list of kid-friendly stores close by such as American Girl Place, Build-A-Bear Workshop, FAO Schwarz, and the NBA Store, among others; along with shopping discounts and vouchers to Top of the Rock, Museum of Modern Art, and a tour of NBC Studios.
If its culture they want to explore, families can also take advantage of the legendary cultural attractions and landmarks that are steps away from the Flatotel’s front door: Rockefeller Center, Broadway, Carnegie Hall, and Central Park.
All Flatotel suites boast modern amenities that ensure comfort and convenience including custom beds with goose down duvets and Egyptian cotton sheets; Internet access; a Sony Wega flat screen TV featuring DIRECTTV and premium cable; CD player and other features. Among the other attractive amenities on property are concierge service, a business center and complimentary use of the Flatotel’s Sky Gym Fitness Center and access to The Athletic & Swim Club and Olympic-size swimming pool.
Flatotel’s onsite eatery, MODA and MODA Lounge, offers guests an inventive menu featuring Italian cuisine with a Mediterranean flair. In addition to 24-hour room service, MODA serves breakfast, lunch, and light fare during Happy Hour and evening hours. Jazz is featured weekly during Happy Hour and at Sunday brunch.
With a bold name and concept that originates from the English word “flat” for apartment and “hotel” for flexible length of stay, the Flatotel is a four-star rated, stylish alternative to a big midtown hotel. To inquire about the special family summer rates, or for additional travel information, please contact (800) 352-8683, or book directly on www.flatotel.com.
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