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The winter chill is leaving the big city of New York and the locals are coming out to enjoy the sunshine. This is the time of year were just being out side feels like being on vacation. After running from one warm sheltered place to another all winter long it is wonderful to take a nice evening stroll wearing only a light sweater. Rather than always having a set plan of events, it is nice to just step outside that posh hotel such as this and let curiosity lead you down the road.  

Some of the things to see and do along the way include a nice walk into the north end of Central Park. This is a tranquil area of the park guaranteed to revive your spirit. Take a light walk into the Conservatory Garden. There are three sections to the garden and they break up into the French garden, the English garden and the Italian garden. It is a wonderful romantic walk to take with a loved one. During the day any open grass area is a great place to just lay out and take in some sun.  

Then there is time for dining. There are some really great places to eat that have out door patios and seating. Head over to Barolo for a wonderful Italian meal in the garden. It can be found on West Broadway and the patio is a magical place and the food is great. Get a taste of some fantastic French dishes at Le Jardin Bistro on Cleveland Place. The outdoor patio is also a great place to take your lover and chat over a wonderful French Bordeaux. The food is really nice and a great value. The spring time activities available in New York are endless, really, so check with your concierge for some other local favorite spring time spots to enjoy.

Bethesda is rightfully named the city of mercy, or the city of justice, as it is a small town in Maryland, just northwest of Washington D.C., the capitol of the United States of America. This small town was named after its local church . This town has made a name for itself by being named in numerous top American cities lists. It made the list of one of America’s most educated small towns. Ladies will appreciate it as the number one Hot Guy city in America. It has also been ranked in top ten lists including most livable cities and top earning towns in America.

Although this city is considered a small town, it is not lacking in things to do. Its location on the east coast of the United States and its proximity to the Nations capital+ alone allow for historical attractions close by. Finding a nice place for the night in Bethesda. Bethesda has a number of local hotels and bed and breakfast inns. Quaint town meets big city.

The Sisterhood of the Traveling pants is a novel loved by girls of all ages. Mothers and daughters can watch this movie, starring Alexis Bledel, from Gilmore Girls, together and feel a sense of bonding and understanding. This series of novels that inspired the trilogy of movies was set in Bethesda Maryland. The author is reported to have certain toes to this town. Other writers have had much success in this town as well. Poet Lore is a poetry magazine that is the longest in American circulation and is published by Writer’s Center.

Bethesda also has two famous Farmer’s Markets, most likely adding to its rank as one of the healthiest cities in America. The Farmer’s Market+http://www.farmwomensmarket.com/ sells everything from fresh organic, local fruits and vegetables, to furniture. The indoor market is open every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. Outdoor market is open the same days, plus Sunday, if the weather is agreeable. The Montgomery farm Women’s Cooperative Market has been open since the 1930′s giving its town sustainable economy and a rich history.