I’m finally ready to release this short Instagram video I produced about Toronto Men’s Fashion Week. Toronto Men’s Fashion Week showcases the best men designers in Canada and around the world. This 7 day show featured a wide range of designs including clothing Hip and Bone, Tweed (clothing made from cannibis) and wearable tech from Stack.
I’m excited to show you all my experience at the luxurious Hotel Theodore Seattle and Rider Restaurant. I love being a tourist in my own city and staying at one of Seattle’s iconic hotels was a great opportunity. Hotel Theodore inhabits a building whose iconic rooftop sign has long been a neon beacon in Seattle’s skyline. The hotel also is located right in the heart of downtown shopping area, so it’s prefect for the holidays. If you check out my video you’ll see details of my room my interaction with hotel staff and all of the delicious food I ate at Rider.
Hey all, have you heard about Camp Rahh? Camp Rahh, is Seattle’s first all-inclusive and tech free summer camp for adults, starting August 24th-27th, in Port Orchard, WA. The camp is set on a picturesque lake with every nostalgic camp amenity imaginable. Camp Rahh creates a new standard for the ultimate getaway, especially for people working in the booming creative and tech industries that have become synonymous with Seattle.
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Chef Brian O’Connor of the critically acclaimed Bok a Bok Chicken, and one of the original minds behind the Seattle staple, Skillet, returns to Camp Rahh for his third year. This year’s lineup of five musicians from the Pacific Northwest features alternative R&B singer songwriter, Shy Girls, headlining the camp’s live performance. Other artists encompass Naomi Wachira, Saint Claire, Otieno Terry and ParisAlexa. The music culminates on the final night, in a silent disco that features three additional DJ’s, mixing live, under the night sky.
Tickets for the four-day Camp Rahh experience are available online for $550.00, but if you use my promo code “thanksantionio” you’ll get $50 off your ticket. Ticket prices including round-trip travel from Seattle, four days of gourmet meals and snacks, cabin lodging, concerts, camp activities, t-shirt, and amazing memories!
How to get your discount.
Step 1: Go to Camprahh.com/register
Step 2: Select, “Enter a Password or Discount Code”
Step 3: Enter Code thanksantonio
Step 4: Select, “Show Available Tickets”
Step 5: Select Quantity and push, “Add to Cart”
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Let me start the blog by saying you must visit or stay at this hotel when in Detroit. Even though Detroit is where most of my family lives, I like to stay in hotels because it gives me a fresh perspective on how the city has grown. If you walk through the hallways Trumbull and Porter hotel, you can feel the positive youthful energy that’s happening in Detroit. The craftsmanship it took to produce such an aesthetically pleasing hotel is very evident when you notice their comfortable beds, color theme and common areas. One favorite of my things about this hotel is nearly all the work and supplies for the $9 million dollar project was sourced in Detroit.
This hotel is located in Corktown, which is in walking distance to restaurants and coffee shops. This hotel has been open since 2016 but they have made some of the final touches this year by completing a brand new outdoor stage for performers and opening the restaurant Red Dunn Kitchen. As an adding bonus Trumbull and Porter features a bike package where you can rent bikes from Detroit Bike to see the city. I plan on trying this the next time I visit.
(Yakult Swallows vs Hanshin Tigers )
Ah! Ambassadors Japan took me to see my first Japanese Baseball League game. I’ve been waiting to witness a professional Japanese Baseball League game since I collected baseball cards. Not only was I absolutely overwhelmed to enjoy Japan’s #1 sport but also I was excited about doing something somewhat rare for foreigners. In some ways, my pictures don’t give the match much justice but I’ll try to describe the game the best I can.
Let’s talk some cultural differences you might find during a Japanese baseball game versus an American baseball game. Most stadiums in the U.S. offer food staples like hot dogs, popcorn, fries or wings. At Japanese games you’ll find foods like takoyaki, udon soup, hot dogs or delicious katsu curry. Oh, did I mention there is a professional cheering section keeping the energy up during the game? The enthusiasm of this section is off the charts. If I had to compare it to anything I’d say the energy is something close to a U.S. college football or an English premier soccer match. Each cheer squad is constantly blowing trumpets, clapping cheer bats and banging on drums to support their team. Not only does each team have its own song, but also each player has his own chant. Woo, that’s a lot of singing! In the end, the Tigers won 7-1.
If you’d like more information about Japanese culture please visit Ambassadors Japan
Today I made a quick stop at Sunny Store & Cafe in harajuku for some of their fluffy pancakes. Pancakes have been really trendy over recently years in Tokyo. Culturally in Japan pancakes are consumed more like a dessert than breakfast. Sunny store & cafe’s menu is pretty simple; pancakes with strawberries, French toast with ice cream, Marshmallow lattes and bubble shakes. All choices will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Some of Seattle’s best style enthusiasts were invited to experience Goldfinch Tavern’s weekend brunch at the luxury Four Season Hotel Seattle and oh man, what a meal!. The brunch buffet is packed full of sweet and savory delights that will give you life. I would highly recommend this brunch because of it’s beautiful waterfront backdrop, unlimited mimosas and central location of downtown Seattle. Search for the hashtag #SeattleGents on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook for more details.
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Seattle’s first skyscraper has reopened to the public with a new visitor experience. If you’re visiting Seattle for the first time, or just want a to see a cool view of Seattle, I would encourage you to visit the 35th floor. The 35th floor (Also know as the Chinese Room) features a 360 degree view of Seattle. While admiring the core of downtown Seattle, enjoy small bites and drinks at cafe Temperance. You will be transportated back in time, by it’s roaring 1920’s charm. Here’s a link to purchase tickets – Smith Tower
I’m really falling for this city! I can’t remember the last time travel to a city abroad and the people made me feel so at comfortable. I especially enjoy how the city is made small islands. These small walk-able islands, are home to city Parks, museums, old towns and other historic sights. I hope you enjoy my random pictures of Stockholm. My plan is to go back some day.
1. Purchase a Stockholm Pass
Stockholm passes will give you free entry into some of Stockholm’s fantastic attractions. It also allows you to ride free boat and bus tours that take you all around the city. The Stockholm Pass can be purchased before you arrive, at Arlanda airport or Åhlens department store in the city.
2. Walk around the city
I’ve found Stockholm streets to be very walkable, clean and safe. The weather in Stockholm is very mild so it’s perfect for a Summer evening stroll.
3. Be prepared to spend money.
Stockholm is kinda pricey. You’ll pay for convince, so I would stay away from tourist areas. Newbies can be some what overwhelmed by the end of the trip and they realize they’ve spent more money than expected. Meals can cost close to $20 without beverages.
4. Be prepared to search for Swedish food in Stockholm.
I’ve found Swedish food is not the most popular cuisine in Stockholm. You’ll be more likely to see other European restaurants during your time in city. If you want to find traditional Swedish foods you’ll have to specifically look for them.
5. learn simple Swedish
Even though most Swedes know english, I feel like words like “Hej”/hey (hello) or ‘Tak’/tack (thanks) will get you a long way.
