Jay Lloyd
Spring Skiing Guide
The month of March and the closing days of another ski season also jump starts some carnival hi-jinks at the slopes – everything from clown suits to tailgate parties.
Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Irish Pubs For St. Patty’s Day
The Guinness Storehouse, in Dublin, provides not only the authentic brew but a fabulous scenic view.
Guide To Lobster Indulgence
There’s nothing that says culinary indulgence like the menacing claws of a live lobster, outstretched to exact vengeance before winding up bright red and inert on a plate.
Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: The History of New York Mass Transit
Getting around is a big part of any getaway, so let’s take a look at how native New Yorkers like me do it -– and have done it over the years.
Guide To Cruise Ship Angst Avoidance
While vacationing aboard a modern cruise ship is supposed to be fun, a “Cruise to Hell” can provide a treasure trove of salty yarns to fuel happy hour conversations for years to come. In truth, very few disasters get in the way.
Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Cruise Ship Tips
Cruise ships have been getting a lot of attention lately -– mostly the bad kind. But here are a few helpful hints to get more enjoyment and less stress from a cruising getaway.
Guide To Snow Tubing In The Poconos
From barrel staves to barn doors, whenever people, snow and hills are thrown together for an awesome downward plunge, anything that will slide will suffice. Here’s where and how to find the world of snow tubing.
Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Traveling To and From Winter Resorts
During winter getaways, things don’t always go as planned. So be ready to deal with some all-too-common pitfalls.
Getaway Guide: Lower East Side
The Lower East Side of Manhattan has to be the ethnic epicenter of New York City. You can nosh your way through a random walking tour, crossing from pickles to pasta. So, where to start?
Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Not Especially Athletic? Try Tubing!
There is a thrill-a-second alternative to skiing or snowboarding on a winter mountain getaway.
Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Winter Fun
A winter Valentine’s getaway can blend romance and action. Here are three places to enjoy it all.
Top Area Ski Trails
The following list of top trails is subjective, but you’ll have fun testing them.
Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: A Tasty New York City Stalwart Goes Under
So, here I am, two weeks in a row, talking about New York delis.
Getaway Guide: Liberty Mountain
While Liberty Mountain is little known in the Philadelphia area, it’s only a two hour ride from the western suburbs. If you’re looking for something different on the snow this winter, here’s an intro to skiing here.
Jay Lloyd’s Getaway: Eating Your Way Through The Lower East Side
If you ever thought about grazing your way through a getaway, you might want to head for the Lower East Side of Manhattan.


























