Vacation and Travel 08-02-2017 by Anton Community Newspapers

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Travel Medicine Service At NUMC Victor F. Politi, MD, FACP, FACEP, NuHealth/NUMC’s president/ CEO announces that the Nassau University Medical Center (NUMC) offers a comprehensive personalized travel medicine service to meet the needs of travelers going abroad for both business and pleasure. The service provides expert consultations and vaccinations for safe and

enjoyable international travel. The travel medicine service serves both individuals and travel groups. A thorough medical history assessment, combined with an itinerary analysis is done to determine the recommended and required vaccinations along with other preventive measures based on destination and length of stay.

“The infectious disease experts in the Travel Medicine Service at NUMC utilize the most up-todate travel disease databases to administer required and recommended vaccinations, provide an International Certificate of Vaccination, and provide necessary prescriptions for preventive medications,” stated Politi.

The complete range of vaccinations available to meet international travel requirements or recommendations includes yellow fever, hepatitis, typhoid, polio, meningitis, rabies, varicella and Japanese encephalitis, as well as prescriptions for malaria prevention and treatment of travelers’ diarrhea. For appointments call 516-296-3314.

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d n a l s I y t i C A Charming Side Of NYC

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For Long Island travelers looking for a quick escape off the beaten path, City Island offers a laid-back retreat close to home. It’s hard to believe the Island locale shares a zip code with Yankee Stadium and the Bronx Zoo. The quaint neighborhood, with its plethora of seafood restaurants, coastal views and rich nautical history, is more reminiscent of a small town in New England than the Bronx suburb it’s situated in. And though it’s only a mere 18 miles away from midtown Manhattan, City Island stays truer to the second half of its name, with squawking seagulls and boat launches more plentiful than skyscrapers and yellow cabs. Located outside of Pelham Bay Park, City Island is a hidden gem, attracting visitors from all over the city and

Westchester County for its fresh, world-class seafood, charming shops and maritime past. While it may boast many of the same attractions that draw visitors to Long Island, what makes City Island a worthwhile destination is how laid-back it is, a perfect day-cation getaway for some good eats, vintage shopping and beautiful views. “It’s the kind of place you go to take in the sights and the history and just relax. It’s an incredibly comfortable place,” said Skip Giacco, president of the City Island Chamber of Commerce. Like most beach communities, the Island’s peak tourist season runs from the end of June to the beginning of September. But for Giacco and other Island residents, the community’s charm was a year-round attraction. “It’s a small town, there’s nothing trendy about it,” said Giacco. “It’s very relaxed and comfortable. Everybody knows everybody. It’s a

throwback in many ways to a simpler time.” And though it’s a small community, City Island makes great use of its real estate. The one-and-ahalf-mile long and six-block wide island boasts 17 restaurants (about 10 list seafood as their main fare), in addition to three yacht clubs, three art galleries, two antique stores, two dessert spots, a nautical museum, public school and a theatre group which puts on regular performances. Adding to the picturesque landscape are charming Victorian and colonial homes, some dating back to the late 1880s. The dog days of summer call for a break from busy schedules and hard work, and City Island offers a place where the hardest thing visitors will have to do is choose which restaurant to get their fresh-off-the-boat lobster from. Whether you’re going for a day or a weekend, City Island offers a charming side of New York City that is rarely seen, but absolutely worth discovering. Map courtesy of Google Maps

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A Seafood Lover’s Paradise

City Island is a destination for under-the-sea fare

Archie’s offers a modern twist on classic American favorites. (Photo source: Archie’s Facebook page)

One of—if not the main—draw for the thousands of visitors that descend upon City Island each year is it’s wide array of fresh off the boat, finger-licking good seafood. Lobster reigns supreme, but the Island makes mighty boasts in its clams, shrimp and crab selection. And for those who’d rather their seafood stay in the ocean than on their plate, there are plenty of City Island eateries offering delicious bites for a variety of tastes. Here’s a few of the standout eateries keeping us coming back to the Bronx.

The Black Whale This quaint and cozy eatery features an extensive menu featuring everything from meatloaf to rigatoni to beef stew and Maryland Crab Cakes. While some restaurants find their quality diminishes in correlation to how many items they add to their menu, that’s certainly not the case at the Black Whale, where every dish, be it a pasta, chicken, or seafood entrée, is cooked to perfection. Also praiseworthy is the Sunday brunch, a buffet which includes the usual contenders of sausage, bacon and eggs, as well as French toast, pancakes, bread pudding and waffles.

Archie’s Tap and Table In a streetscape dominated by seafood restaurants, Archie’s stands out for exceptional, mouthwatering cuisine you won’t find anyplace else. The gastropub puts a modern American twist on homemade comfort food and with locally sourced ingredients, each dish stands out for its freshness. Daily specials add variety, but dependable favorites on the menu include the King Crab Mac and Cheese, Buttermilk Fried Chicken and Waffles and the Grilled Cajun Pork Chop, all

City Island Lobster House City Island Lobster House is an icon on the Island, not only for its giant sign at the entrance to the Island, but for its outstanding seafood selection. Diners can sit waterside, as they enjoy huge portions of shrimp linguine Alfredo, fried salmon, calamari salad or lobster from either Alaska or Maryland. The menu includes King Crab and Blue Claw Crabs, and diners can enjoy the crustacean in many glorious forms, including steamed, broiled, in paella, or stuffed with shrimp or crab meat.

The steamed lobster at the Crab Shanty is sure to satisfy. (Photo by Christy Hinko)

topped off well with the apple crisp or warm bread pudding for dessert.

The Original Crab Shanty Restaurant For a seafood dinner without any pretense, the Crab Shanty is the place to go. Serving up flavorful seafood dishes, as well as hearty Italian fare, the Shanty has garnered

Paella at the Lobster House

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fame for its generous portions, fresh fare and excellent service. Crustacean lovers will delight in the spicy Mediterranean Crabs, served Baltimore style, or the Dungeness Crab, stuffed with crab meat. For diners looking to sample the best of under-the-sea dining, the Crab Shanty offers myriad combination platters; the broiled seafood combination includes shrimp, scallops, fish clams, baked mussels and half a lobster tail, while the popular fried fisherman’s platter serves up filet of fish, calamari, scallops and shrimp.

Lickety Split Every good meal ends with dessert and this charming ice cream shop is the perfect place to grab a scoop (or two) to satisfy that sweet tooth. Housed in an old cottage, the small forest green shop serves up generous servings of ice cream, available in a wide array of both classic and unconventional flavors. Banana splits, hot fudge brownie sundaes, pies and shakes are also on the menu. —By Betsy Abraham

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Take A Full Ride To Another Country Perhaps the only time in your life when you are offered free travel and free international opportunities through a university is as a student. Take advantage of this time in your life to study abroad and whether you wish to visit for a summer, a semester, or an entire year, it’s likely to become the defining experience of your college career. Studying abroad provides an opportunity for students to improve their foreign language skills that they have been diligently working at and increase their understanding of other cultures beyond their home classroom. Funding your student travel and study abroad may seem overwhelming – there are currency exchanges, expensive tuition fees, visas, and travel costs just to get there. Luckily, though, there are a number of different American foundations that are giving away hundreds of thousands of dollar in scholarship money as an incentive for you to leave the country and come back a more worldly individual. Start by checking out the offerings in the study abroad office of your own school, and expand your research outward from there. If you’re interested in applying for national scholarships for student travel and study abroad, look no further than the Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarships, the National Security Education Program (NSEP) David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships, and the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarships. These prestigious fund pools represent three of the nation’s leading awards, and you will want to pay close attention to their eligibility requirements and application suggestions to give yourself the best shot at receiving money for free travel abroad.

Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarships Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarships are awarded to students who have completed at least two years of college-level coursework. Scholarships of up to $26,000 can be used to pay for tuition, fees, educational supplies, round-trip transportation, and basic living expenses. Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate academic excellence, outstanding leadership skills, a high level of maturity, and a commitment to community service, as well as a passion for history, politics, and culture. Rotary International is poised to begin offering a new form of financial

incentive: global grants. These will be targeted towards students who care deeply about the sustainability and long-term impact of the work they will be doing abroad. These $30,000 grants will be organized into six different areas of interest, dealing mostly with sustainable development, education and health. Scholarship and grant winners are expected to give regular presentations and participate in Rotary service projects during their study abroad. If you are interested in applying for a Rotary International Ambassadorial Scholarship or a Global Grant, contact your local Rotary club to begin the application process.

National Security Education Program (NSEP) David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships The National Security Education Program David L. Boren Undergraduate Scholarships are awarded to students with a record of academic excellence, foreign language proficiency, and a desire to use international study to advance their careers. Scholarship amounts are based on actual program costs, with the maximum award being $20,000 for a full academic year.

Scholarships come with a requirement that students spend at least one year working in the Departments of Homeland Security, Defense, State, or the Intelligence Community after the completion of their study abroad program. This is a perfect opportunity for a student looking for the commitment of a bundled package of study abroad, travel, and future career placement.

Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship The Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship is slightly different from other study abroad scholarships in that recipients must demonstrate both academic achievement and financial need. To be eligible for a scholarship, you must be necessarily low-income and have been awarded a Pell Grant from your college or university, as well as submit an essay that describes how your study abroad program will enhance your educational experience. The maximum award is $5,000, but scholarships vary based on financial need and program costs. Since the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship doesn’t have a summer cycle, interested students must be completing academic year programs that are at least four weeks long. Multi-country study

abroad programs are acceptable only if the student spends at least four weeks in one country.

More Ways To Travel Do not neglect the resources of your local college and university when it comes to searching for travel abroad monies. See what they have to offer in terms of placing and funding, and remember that some study abroad departments will even allow particularly motivated and intentional students to create their own specialized paths of study by partnering with an international university or degree program in which they are interested. Once you are abroad, be sure to take advantage of all the opportunities offered only to students. Studying abroad may be one of the most fruitful times in your life to go traveling, since with a little work and research, you will find organizations willing to pay for or discount nearly every aspect of your expenses. Many countries offer free or cheap transportation passes, food discounts, and entertainment vouchers specifically for study abroad students, so make sure you check with your host country to see what is available to you. Provided by CollegeScholarships.org

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Before Traveling Abroad 3 1 Here are five things to consider before you travel abroad.

Read the state department’s traveler’s checklist

Find out how to plan a safe trip, what documents you need, how to handle money overseas and more (travel.state. gov/content/passports/en/go/checklist. html).

Stay connected with the state department

Follow the state department’s “TravelGov” Facebook and Twitter accounts to get safety and security information, especially during a crisis overseas. You can also sign up for security updates through the department’s Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP.state.gov). Giving your contact details will help expedite emergency outreach. In case you need help, like if your passport is lost or stolen, always carry the address and phone number of the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate, in English and the local language.

...and with those back home

Agree on regular times to check in with family and friends to let them know you are okay. Will you do it via text, email, social media or phone? Check into an international cell phone plan or buying SIM cards with minutes/data in the countries where you’ll be. Cafes, museums and libraries are places that often have free wifi to connect your device.

Have a plan for emergencies

Think about what you would do if there were an emergency or crisis when you’re abroad. Check social media, TV and radio to hear what local authorities are advising.

Make sure you have insurance for unexpected travel, medical, and evacuation expenses

These can cost thousands of dollars and cut short your trip. Think about buying additional insurance coverage. —Provided by the U.S. Department of State

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