Author Archives: dmairoldi
New Gig: Editor of UpTake Travel Industry Blog
As if I don’t have enough to keep me busy, I’ve taken on another contract assignment—as the editor of the Travel Industry Blog at UpTake.com. Continue reading
Woody Allen Made Me a New Yorker
I had always been attracted to New York, but after seeing Woody Allen’s films, I fell in love with it. In fact, if it weren’t for Woody, I might not have ever moved to this glorious city. (If you keep reading, you’ll find a list of some of my favorite Woody Allen NYC film locations.) Continue reading
Personal Update, New Published Links, Andalucia
Wedding, recent published clips, and a taste of Andalucia, Spain! Continue reading
Thailand Travels: Back to Normal
Visiting Bangkok after the 2010 protests and riots and how it feels as safe as ever. Continue reading
Miami Spa Month; Restaurant, Hotel and Attraction Discounts
Summer Savings: Miami hotel deals through September, Miami spa month deals through August, Miami restaurant discounts through September 2010. Continue reading
New Look, New Clips
It was time for a face-lift for Prepare for CrossCheck, as TBEX took place last week, and I head to Thailand next week. Continue reading
Gerber Photo Contest: Monthly Prizes, $25K Scholarship, Print Ad Appearance
Gerber Generation Photo Contest, now through December 31, 2010. Monthly prizes include a Flip Video HD video camera. Grand prize winner appears in a print advertisement and receives a $25,000 scholarship. Continue reading
Thailand: Calling All Tourists
Learn what the Thailand Tourism Authority is doing to lure tourists back to visit Thailand following the recent Red Shirt protests. Continue reading
New Travel Auction Site Is Off & Away
New travel auction site Off & Away launches May 24, 2010. Learn how it works. Continue reading
Mario Embraces Meatless Mondays, and Helps Me Snag a New Clip
I learned of the Meatless Monday movement last week when it sent out a press release announcing that chef Mario Batali, notable lover of meat and owner of several meat-centric restaurants, including Babbo—where I savored the best pork chop of … Continue reading

