http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:12:48 -0700 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:56:01 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d21-MSPCA-Bostons-Homeless-for-the-Holidays-GiftBake-Sale?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner This year consider doing your holiday shopping while helping a homeless animal in need.  I heard about this upcoming event from a colleague and thought it would be great for locals and travelers alike to share in the holiday spirit.... MSPCA Boston homeless animals holiday shopping Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:56:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d21-MSPCA-Bostons-Homeless-for-the-Holidays-GiftBake-Sale?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Cape-Clogs-make-for-a-durable-ecofriendly-and-stylish-holiday-gift?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner Here's a fun winter pattern that can be shared between moms and daughters from Cape Clogs, the Bourne-based Swedish clog company: a cow print that is made out of real pony hair in black and white. Cape Clogs are by no means Crocks; they are ma... cape clogs stylish clogs holiday gift picks 2009 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:10:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d11-Cape-Clogs-make-for-a-durable-ecofriendly-and-stylish-holiday-gift?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d6-New-workshops-every-Saturday-from-the-Taste-of-Chocolate?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner Starting tomorrow, a great hands-on introduction to the world of chocolate making, Taste of Chocolate’s Chocolate Workshops will show participants how master chocolatiers make their handmade chocolates, and allow them to create a batch of tr... taste of chocolate chocolate workshops boston truffles Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:34:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d6-New-workshops-every-Saturday-from-the-Taste-of-Chocolate?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Onyx-Hotel-ecofriendly-hip-cluttered?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner Kimpton hotels have an excellent reputation for their green initiatives, great social responsibility programs, pet and kid friendliness in their hotels.  They are hip and modern, and the chain keeps expanding throughout the country with ... onyx hotel eco-friendly hotel kimpton TD Garden Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:20:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m11d4-Onyx-Hotel-ecofriendly-hip-cluttered?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Halloween-events-in-Boston-2009?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner So, do you have your costume all ready to wear and scare?  If so, check out some of these happenings in Beantown and celebrate Halloween! Felt, 533 Washington St., Boston - 10/30 and 10/31 10:30p-2am  "Fantasy Fridays" Vote... Boston halloween parties events Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:44:07 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d29-Halloween-events-in-Boston-2009?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Silver-Line-direct-connect-service-from-Dudley-to-South-Station?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner Hoping to make new connections in Boston's neighborhoods, the newly launched Silver Line SL4 route was very much anticipated by commuters.  The route between Dudley and South Station was basically designed to improve bus tr... travel waterfront commuter rail charlie card dudley south station Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:34:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d27-Silver-Line-direct-connect-service-from-Dudley-to-South-Station?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d14-45th-Head-of-the-Charles-Regatta-area-hotels?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner With one of Boston's most famous events this weekend, in the peak of the season, there may still be some deals to find with hotels in the area for Head of the Charles Regatta, October 17-18.  It's very unlikely to find a bargain, although if you... Boston head of charles regatta 2009 hotels Wed, 14 Oct 2009 21:41:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d14-45th-Head-of-the-Charles-Regatta-area-hotels?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Its-that-time-of-year-apple-picking?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner There's absolutely nothing like fall in New England!  From leaf peeping excursions and hiking, mugs of hot cider with friends, and simply enjoying the last days of sunny, clear skies with a crisp air that hints the soon-to-come ar... Boston apple picking apple orchards Tue, 13 Oct 2009 18:21:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d13-Its-that-time-of-year-apple-picking?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d1-Fabulous-greenery-and-city-views-at-the-Arnold-Arboretum?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner If you travel to Boston, make time to visit Harvard's Arnold Arboretum, the first public arboretum in North America.  Featuring gorgeous sweeping views of the city, inspiring landscapes, and tons of activities, the Arnold Arboretum offers a... travel Boston boston moves getting to boston harvard arnold arboretum horticulture Thu, 01 Oct 2009 19:50:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m10d1-Fabulous-greenery-and-city-views-at-the-Arnold-Arboretum?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d30-Mandarin-Oriental-Boston-celebrates-first-birthday-in-the-Back-Bay?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner I remember it was a year ago when my friends and I met for dinner at the new Sel de la Terre in Back Bay, and then we walked by the Mandarin Oriental hotel which had just started accepting guests.  Time flies.  In celebration of M... back bay mandarin oriental boston asana Wed, 30 Sep 2009 19:27:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d30-Mandarin-Oriental-Boston-celebrates-first-birthday-in-the-Back-Bay?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d28-Skywalk-Observatory-still-offers-classic-Boston-sightseeing?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner When I moved to Boston in 2001 for grad school, one of my first sightseeing stop was the Skywalk Observatory.  I think that was the beginning of my long love affair with the city.  And there's a good reason for it:  offering ... prudential tower copley skywalk observatory Mon, 28 Sep 2009 08:26:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d28-Skywalk-Observatory-still-offers-classic-Boston-sightseeing?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d26-South-End-Eye-assures-new-outlook?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner Just in time for Boston Fashion Week and the fall work season:  South End Eye has opened and becomes the area's largest full-service optometrics practice with a showroom of the latest luxury brand designer eyewear, client lounge with TV, ou... south end boston fashion week Sat, 26 Sep 2009 06:58:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d26-South-End-Eye-assures-new-outlook?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Seven-Boston-marquis-chefs-celebrate-Sel-de-la-Terre-anniversary?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner Inspired by an Improper Bostonian article that recognized Boston's most talented up & coming culinary stars, seven competitive marquee chefs will be elbow-to-elbow in the same kitchen for a rare night  together on Sunday, September 27th at S... Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:08:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d17-Seven-Boston-marquis-chefs-celebrate-Sel-de-la-Terre-anniversary?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d10-Check-into-pure-chocolate-at-Hotel-Chocolat-on-Newbury-Street?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner Autumn is my favorite season in Boston, and a bittersweet time of the year.  With the end of summer around the corner, it signals the close of my international touring and days at the beach.  But, like any seas... chocolate liquid cocoa pure chocolate boston Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:48:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m9d10-Check-into-pure-chocolate-at-Hotel-Chocolat-on-Newbury-Street?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Island-Creek-Oystersfrom-careful-process-to-incredible-luxury?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner If it is one thing I don't know much about, it is oyster farming.  I love eating oysters, and have always been fascinated with their mysterious nature though.  For instance, I did not know that oysters are androgynous, or that an adult oyst... back bay oysters duxbury bay boston oysters boston raw bars Fri, 28 Aug 2009 16:55:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Island-Creek-Oystersfrom-careful-process-to-incredible-luxury?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m8d17-Afternoon-tea-at-the-Four-Seasons-Boston?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner My recent experience at the Four Seasons Boston for afternoon tea was memorable.  The Four Seasons Boston is located right across from the Boston Common, with a beautiful view from the Bristol Lounge, which is where afternoon tea is served ... newbury street afternoon tea boston four seasons scones and tea Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:15:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m8d17-Afternoon-tea-at-the-Four-Seasons-Boston?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m8d3-True-luxury-travel-package-offered-at-Mandarin-Oriental-Boston?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner The Mandarin Oriental Boston hotel is offering a special new package called ‘Luxury Insider’ -  a package that encompasses many elements within the 148-room property.  Travelers and local guests who reserve this packag... back bay luxury shopping luxury travel packages Mon, 03 Aug 2009 13:35:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m8d3-True-luxury-travel-package-offered-at-Mandarin-Oriental-Boston?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d8-Getting-to-Boston-from-NYC?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner So, we all know of the Chinatown bus making the the NYC/Boston run in record time.   How about some more comfortable options?- Amtrak's Acela express train.  Much faster and snazzier than the regular Amtrak rail cars, th... Boston acela new york city limoliner getting to boston Wed, 08 Jul 2009 07:11:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m7d8-Getting-to-Boston-from-NYC?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Boston-4th-of-July-picks?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner While you are in Beantown, here are some 4th of July options - dining, events and fireworks!  Consider these if you're in town:1) In the Mandarin Oriental Boston hotel: Asana’s 4th of July lunch menu.  This is a great option to c... restaurants Boston waterfront North End 4th of July cuirse Boston POPS Tue, 30 Jun 2009 13:45:33 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Boston-4th-of-July-picks?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Lucias-in-the-North-End?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner For an authentic North End classic Italian experience, Lucia Ristorante fits the bill.  Right on Hanover Street, Lucia's has been a culinary landmark for three decades.While there is a wide selection of delicious items on the menu, and we starte... travel restaurants Boston waterfront North End cannoli Mike's Pastry summer ideas Boston weddings battery wharf Mon, 29 Jun 2009 09:29:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-10536-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Lucias-in-the-North-End?cid=exrss-Boston-Luxury-Travel-Examiner