Desiree Browne | offManhattan

Articles by Desiree Browne

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13 Jul

Written by Desiree Browne Leisure, New York

Tagged with adventurous, family-fun, LIRR, long-island, NJ Transit, outdoors

To some, paintball appears to be a barbaric activity, when in reality it is an adrenaline-fueled game of tag or capture the flag for all ages. There is a wide ... Read more..

23 Jun

Fireworks & Freebies: 14 Ways to Do July 4th 2010 Near NYC

Written by Desiree Browne Events, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia, Washington, D.C.

Tagged with beach, bloc-party, boats, concerts, family-fun, fireworks, governors-island, hotel, party

From a family-friendly barbecue on a historic boat ride up the Hudson River to fireworks in the Hamptons, a concert on Governors Island, and a block party in D.C., here ... Read more..

08 Mar

The Calm Before the Tourist Storm: An Off Peak Getaway to Martha’s Vineyard

Written by Desiree Browne Massachussetts, Weekend Getaways

Tagged with budget-friendly, bus, dining, hotel, ocean, romantic, spa, spring

What: Martha's Vineyard Gourmet Getaway Where: Harbor View Hotel, Edgartown, MA When: Monday through Thursday, until April 15 Why: This is a smart, sneaky time of year to visit Martha’s Vineyard. Built in ... Read more..

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