England
Hampshire – England’s Bubbles Hotspot
The sun is blazing, not a cloud in the sky. My eyes survey the sprawling vineyards as a server hands me a glass of local bubbly. Hold on. Let’s rewind here. A glass of local bubbly? In England? The surroundings and the hot weather feel so alien and for a … Read more
A Look at Manchester, England
It’s the birthplace of the industrial revolution with a treasured history in music, science, sports and the arts. That heritage combined with a progressive attitude makes Manchester one of the most intriguing destinations in England. Here’s a look at some of the highlights.
York: Old and Loving It
The Doomstone. That’s its name, and it’s the best relic I’ve ever seen. Aside from sounding like something Indiana Jones might off a few Nazis for, it depicts a typical day in Hell: fiends, demons and a cauldron full of the damned — Bon Appetit! A picture is worth 1000 … Read more
Manchester, UK – Much More Than Football
“Are you boys going to watch some football today?”, our hostess coyly asks as she seats us. We’re still a little groggy from the short flight to Manchester from Philadelphia and coffee more than football is what’s on our minds. In the ensuing days in this compact metropolis, however, we’ll … Read more
Inside London’s Gin Hotel
On London’s quaint and endearingly buzzy Portobello Road, The Distillery’s deep navy awnings serve as a beacon for what lies inside, though what lies inside can hardly be contained by the singularity of its name. There is indeed a full-blown subterranean distillery installed, but alongside it is a school of … Read more
What’s Doing in London: Art, Theatre, Food & The Saint James Club
Here are the Top 10 Things To Do In London London’s St. James neighborhood is uniquely situated amidst greenery, with St. James’s Park, Green Park and Hyde Park nearby, as well as Buckingham Palace, the hustle, bustle of Piccadilly, the elegance of Mayfair and West End theaters a short stroll … Read more
Liverpool, a Tale of Two Cities
Liverpool is an exciting destination city in the UK that has an important musical heritage most notably with the Beatles and the Mersey Beat. Great nightlife
Onboard The Queen Mary 2 – Southampton to NY
H.M.S. Victory H.R.H. The Princess Royal, previously known as Princess Anne, is the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II and The Duke of Edinburgh and is the sister of Prince Charles, who is the subject of the Tony worthy new show King Charles III now on Broadway at the Music … Read more
Hot Destinations 2015, Part 3
In the third of our continuing four-part series covering top travel destinations for 2015, it’s all about the differential. There’s never been a time quite like this in the travel industry. What once seemed out of reach because of budget is now more affordable than ever and if proximity was … Read more
Fairy Tale Travels
Our favorite fairy tales from childhood often stay with us as adults. They provide an escape to another world, one of magic, fairies, dragons, and knights. What little girl hasn’t imagined being rescued by Prince Charming and carried that dream to the altar? And how many boys dream of chivalry … Read more
Traveling for the Movies
This is an exciting time of year for movie buffs. Awards season is all about glamor, the red carpet and the statuettes. Anticipation and anxiety plague us while we wait to see if our Oscar bets have paid off. Will Leo finally win? Will Meryl get back in the race … Read more
St. Ermin’s Hotel, London
Stuffy, staid English-ness? Yes, St. Ermin’s is just a stone’s throw from Buckingham Palace and St. James’s Park and the ceiling lobby is finished in full on Rococo plasterwork rivaling the Sistine Chapel’s decoration. And true, it does feel like Mr. Darcy might walk down the grand staircase at any … Read more
Best Music Destinations
There are some destinations where you can practically hear the music as you step off the plane. Whether it’s the steel drums of Trinidad or Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue playing during the opening sequence of Woody Allen’s Manhattan, there’s practically a soundtrack for every trip. Here’s where music lovers want … Read more
A Design Junkie’s Guide to Travel
Traveling to the world’s top destinations for design – whether that means architecture, fashion, or even food – means more than just stopping by the local art museum. Here’s our guide to the finest of all things travel in the cities where ‘design’ is always spelled with a capital D. … Read more