Jay Lloyd

Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Boating Safety Voices of Experience

As boaters and guests start a new season on the water, US Coast Guard veterans provide some hard-won safety tips.

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Getaway Guide To A Free Ride: The Staten Island Ferry

The Staten Island Ferry is the best deal in the Big Apple and rivals many sightseeing cruises that come with stratospheric price tags.

2013/05/16

(A Marriott hotel, a Loew's hotel, and the Hard Rock Café converge at 12th and Market Streets in center city. Credit: Jay Lloyd)

Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Center City As A Vacation Destination

If a special event brings you to center city Philadelphia, why not make a night and day of it?

2013/05/16

Top Raw Bars, Near And Far

The key to a great raw bar? It’s all in the shucking. Let me tell you about a few of my favorites, near and far.

2013/05/14

(A dining deck at a Bermuda hotel. File photo by Jay Lloyd)

Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: The Merry Month of May

May: it’s my favorite getaway month.

2013/05/09

(The adult beverage section of O'Reilly's Tap Room and Kitchen. Credit: Jay Lloyd)

Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Dining Out With Youngsters

Traveling with children can mean compromises at lunch and dinner, but it doesn’t have to.

2013/05/02

Getaway Guide: Georgetown, MD

Sitting with a drink in hand at sunset on the deck of the Kitty Knight House, the bend in the river is a tranquil spot today. There’s no hint that 200 years ago the War of 1812 ravaged the area.

2013/04/25

(The Kitty Knight House, in Georgetown, Md. Credit: Jay Lloyd)

Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Georgetown, Maryland

Celebration of the War of 1812 bicentennial continues next month with a rousing celebration of the woman who stopped a British admiral in his tracks.

2013/04/25

Getaway Guide: NYC’s Intrepid Sea, Air And Space Museum

A visit to the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum can be a convenient trip. Be there in two hours and absorb the fascinating hands-on history of America’s infatuation with sea and space.

2013/04/18

(A trolley carries visitors to and from Chocolate World, the Hershey factory attraction. Credit: Jay Lloyd)

Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Hershey, Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania can take credit for creating your insatiable craving for chocolate — and for indulging it.

2013/04/18

(A chartered sailboat. Credit: Jay Lloyd)

Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: ‘Bare’ Boat Charters

It’s exciting and dynamic, but not as sexy as it sounds.

2013/04/11

Getaway Guide: Valley Forge Park

George Washington would be on familiar ground if he visited his still pristine winter encampment site at nearby Valley Forge. Here’s what you’ll find during a day trip or weekend fling.

2013/04/04

(The entrance to a New York City subway station. If you have difficulty with stairs, investigate online which stations have -- or don't have -- handicap access. Photo by Jay Lloyd)

Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Subway Tips for Young and Old

Let’s sort out the senior discounts and dish them up with some subway savvy for riders of any age.

2013/04/04

Guide To Sailing Charters

For an almost gas free getaway, look no farther than the wind to carry a crew off to fun and adventure. Here’s a rundown of what to look for, where to charter and what you’ll need.

2013/03/28

Getaway Guide: Grand Central Station

This grand old architectural wonder in the heart of Manhattan is celebrating 100 years of landmark status and countless memories. What’s there now? Climb on board for a tour!

2013/03/14

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