The USA Book: A Journey Through America
October 19, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
It’s not too early to start thinking about holiday gift buying, and for your favorite traveler the beautiful coffee table book about the Unites States would be a terrific choice.
The book is a celebration of the 50 states and the US Territories, and features a combination of photos and content, organized by state. You’ll also find regional information, road trips, history, culture and traditions, architecture, and the must-see and quirky spots across the country. If you love road trips, you’ll enjoy the chapter highlighting the top road trips in the country, including the famous Route 66.
I’m hoping to eventually …read more
Drive I-95: Exit by Exit from Boston to Miami
January 21, 2009 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
It’s not just the birds that head south for the winter, thousand of people do as well.
And if you’ll be driving down I-95 heading to Florida, Drive I-95 is a book that you’ll want to take along with you as a reference.
Written by Stan Posner and Sandra Phillips-Posner Drive I-95 contains diligently charted every exit between Boston and Miami. All 552 of them. In 12 states.
There’s information regarding everything you’ll need for a lengthy car trip, including food options, motels, radar traps, radio stations, 24-hour mechanics, ATM machines, golf courses, places to shop, and maps.
The Peterbrooke Chocolatier …read more
Giveaway: City Walks Travel Deck
December 10, 2008 by Mary Jo Manzanares
Filed under Home & Living
There’s no better way to discover a city that by walking around, soaking up the sights and ambience, and feeling like a local. When I saw these “City Walks” travel guide card decks, I knew that it would be a fun, interesting, and convenient way to explore a city.
Pick a card. . . any card. . . and whether you’re a first time visitor, a regular, or a long time resident, each of the 50 cards in the deck will send you off on a self-guided walking adventure. On one side you’ll find a detailed map, on the back …read more




