About Will N
Will N. is a Boston native who spends too much time on a keyboard. In addition to joining Go Boston Card, he writes for his self title blog and the Boston Chinatown Blog. If you can’t find Will writing, you can surely find him reading up on technology. When he isn’t on a keyboard he is always on the hunt for great cheap eats and enjoying the Boston scene. Will also just finished his graduate studies at Babson College focusing on Entrepreneurship.
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May 1st, 2008 by will n
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I recently took a trip overseas and came across some interesting concerns. First off I had a 5:00am flight out of Logan, which I was informed I had to be at the airport no later than 3:00am. Do we still need to be at the airport that early? Has Logan had any efficiency improvements?
Early Arrival - Arriving at 3:00am I was one of the first people in line to check in. This may be worth getting in early for as you will have first dibs for seat changes or any potential free upgrades. Keep in mind that airlines are barely making any money nowadays and will do anything to make sure that every flight taking off is at capacity. Thus, it is common for flights to be overbooked, so the last person checking in has a high chance of being bumped.
Carry on Luggage- If possible, avoid having any carry on luggage. I know this may be tough for the ladies, but it will surely speed up the security process. This was extremely helpful when making a closely scheduled connecting flight.
Gate Numbers - You may also want to figure out the gate numbers before arriving at the airport. This can easily be found on the or airline website. It surely made my trip easier as I didn’t have to search or ask for directions. (more…)
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April 29th, 2008 by will n
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When visiting Boston you have many options for hotels, but why stay at a typical hotel? Boston is filled with all types of hotels, but with a little research you can make your stay a little more exciting. Here are a few of my favorite places:
– Before its recent grand opening as one of Boston’s most luxurious hotels, this landmark was once a prison. The prison was completed in 1851 and housed some Boston’s biggest criminals. Now you can stay at a hotel with some culture very rich in Boston history. Much of the original architecture is there, but with some modern amenities.
– Following a similar theme, there is Jurys, which used to be the headquarters of the Boston Police Department. In addition to the great hotel is the Irish Bar Cuffs. Cuffs has become a very popular night spot for travelers and locals.
– Across the river in Cambridge is the Hyatt Regency. Sitting on the banks of the Charles River, this hotel offers some of the best views of the Boston skyline. But don’t worry about getting a room with a bad view, because housed on top of the Hyatt is the restaurant Spinnaker. Famous for its rotating dining area, Spinnaker makes sure every guest has their chance to view the breathtaking Boston skyline.
– Besides baked beans, Boston is famous for their cream pie. This hotel is home of the original Boston cream pie. Ohh, but there is more! The famous dinner rolls from the Omni Parker House are just as popular as its cream pies. Even President George W. Bush had rolls from the Omni Parker House served at his Thanksgiving dinner. Anything that is good enough for the President is surely good enough for me.
I’ve stayed at both the Hyatt and Omni Parker House and I was very pleased with the service. Not only was the food and the view great, but the service was spectacular. I highly recommend staying at any of these hotels.
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April 14th, 2008 by will n
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April marks the beginning of tourism season for Boston. Yes, April! Campus visits for incoming freshman to the many local colleges is in full swing. For many visitors, they don’t realize how much of a role academia plays in Boston. There are 122 colleges and universities in the Massachusetts, so it is nearly impossible to go anywhere that doesn’t house or cater to students. Every year releases its list of top colleges and Boston has dominated these lists for as long as I can remember.
Here are some of the must sees when visiting these colleges: (more…)
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April 10th, 2008 by will n
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Besides getting tickets to the big game, the next important thing is figuring out where to eat. So have you thought about where or what you’re planning to eat at the park? Sure, there is always the typical hot dogs, pretzels and beer, but a nice meal can surely make or break any trip. So right after you take the and just before the big game, don’t think that the hot dog stand is the only place to eat.
The good news is that Fenway Park is offering a variety of new selections to their park menu. So if you’re tired of hotdogs and pretzels, try their new fish and chips, garlic fries or pasta dishes. However, expect to pay a premium for that little additional comfort. (more…)
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April 4th, 2008 by will n
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This weekend was the release of the movie 21 staring Kate Bosworth and Kevin Spacey. This highly anticipated movie based on the book Bringing Down the House reflects the story of the MIT students that took the Vegas casinos for millions. I highly recommend reading the book and also taking a visit to the MIT Museum before watching the movie.
I still remember when Spacey and the production team were in town filming. There was a lot of hype about the movie and what parts of the book would make it to the big screen. As the movie was near completion the controversy of having a non-Asian (Jim Sturgess) play the lead role of Jeff Ma’s character came into play. Furthermore, having a cast that wasn’t a majority Asian was also coming into question. (more…)
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March 31st, 2008 by will n
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Red Sox Nation is awakening from a long hibernation with our home opener on April 8th against the Detroit Tigers. We all have high expectations for the returning champs, but even with two World Series wins under our belts we will always worry about our local boys.
Some of the big news this year includes:
• The release of the famous knuckle-ball catcher, Doug Mirabelli.
• The acquisition of the former Cy Young winner Bartolo Colon.
• The questionable condition of our star pitcher Curt Schilling.
All this will add up to be another nail biter season for Red Sox fans everywhere.
So if you’re thinking about making a trip to Fenway to catch a game, you may have to dig a little deeper in your pocket for tickets. The only possible way to get tickets now is through third party resellers like Ace Ticket. However, plan to pay a premium, especially for the more desired games.
Even if you can’t score tickets, you can still take a Fenway Park Tour. Learn why they call it the Pesky Pole, check out the view from the Monster seats and always grab a Fenway frank as you’re heading out. (more…)
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March 26th, 2008 by will n
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Do you feel the madness?? March is a crazy time for Bay Staters. Even though we are officially in the Spring Season, the 29 degree temperature isn’t quite the spring you may be thinking of, but the madness doesn’t end there. It is basketball season and the NCAA tournament is in full swing.
Even though Massachusetts doesn’t have a representative in the big dance this year, we surely have enough madness to last us through March. If you are planning a sports trip to the Bay State, don’t forget to make a pit stop at the . Boston has made a huge footprint in national history and with the success of our local professional sports; we’re making sure that history attracts an audience for all interests. (more…)
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March 21st, 2008 by will n
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I’m sure some of you are still recovering from another wonderful St. Patrick’s Day. Can you still taste the Guinness? Do you still hear the Dropkick Murphy’s? Do you still see green?
Don’t worry! All your hard work hasn’t put much of a dent into the reputation of our town. In a recent article in , Boston was ranked lowest in Drunk Driving Arrests (10th lowest) and Alcohol Liver Disease (7th lowest). Even though Boston has some of the most famous brewery landmarks in the country including , (Lexington) and (Lexington) we still maintain some of the healthier drinking habits in the country. (more…)
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March 18th, 2008 by will n
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Boston has always prided itself as being different from New York City. We’ve always thought of our city as smaller, but in a good way. We’ve always marveled on our historically lower crime rate, cost of living and general population congestion. Furthermore, we’ve always frowned on the intense traffic congestion that has made New York City into a public transportation city.
However, increasing fuel, living, and housing costs have started Boston on a path similar to our big brother NYC. A recent article in the Boston Globe stated that the increasing gas price has drastically increased the popularity of the bus services between Boston and New York City. This increased popularity has opened the doors for small competitors like Fung Wah and Lucky Star which have thrown the first punch in a price war similar to the airline industry during the 1978 deregulation. (more…)
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