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MarieBelle: A Chocolate House for the Ages

To start, combining French chocolate with Scottish high tea seems contradictory; after all, the former is about taking taste up to 11, while the latter has for several centuries tried to convince the world that haggis counts as “food.” Could this end badly? I wondered that when I took my … Read more

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The Time Nyack Hotel

A break does the body good. With this interminable year churning ahead at a glacial pace, I craved an escape from New York City. It turns out a destination-staycation in nearby Nyack was just the reset I needed. About 30 miles north of Manhattan, the village of Nyack sits right … Read more

Close to home escapes a post-COVID travel trend on TravelSquire

2020 Travel Trends: Staying Close to Home

Remember when we could freely book travel to any destination? Obviously, that’s not happening in 2020. Nevertheless, we can still find ways to explore—even if it’s just in our own backyard. Limited international travel and continuously evolving quarantine requirements within the US have resulted in the emergence of another post-COVID … Read more

Nature tourism in Muir Woods on TravelSquire

2020 Travel Trends: Exploring Nature Tourism

Nature tourism has become one of the hottest travel trends and for good reason. The mental and physical benefits of convening with nature are well-documented. Limited to domestic travel, Americans are rediscovering the beauty of our national parks. With sixty-two from which to choose, that’s plenty of nature to go … Read more

Hasbrouck House

Hasbrouck House: Understated Luxury in the Hudson Valley

Just two hours outside of New York City at the foothills of the Catskill Mountains, a country home awaits. Set in an 18th-century Dutch Colonial mansion in the charming hamlet of Stone Ridge, Hasbrouck House offers an idyllic escape from everyday life. A standout among Hudson Valley boutique hotels, Hasbrouck … Read more

Last Minute Labor Day Weekend Getaways on TravelSquire

5 Last Minute Labor Day Getaways

Just days away, the unofficial end of summer will arrive. If you’re still undecided about your plans, check out these last minute Labor Day weekend getaways for some ideas. Sanibel Island, Florida White-sand palm-fringed beaches, blue skies, abundant seashells and stellar sunsets await on the island beaches of Sanibel. Less … Read more

Rooftop bars in New York

6 “MUST GO” Rooftop Bars in New York

Tis the season for rooftop bars and no one loves a rooftop bar like New Yorkers. A hip speakeasy may be the place to be during the frigid winter months but if you aren’t staring at the stunning New York skyline during sunset while sipping on an Aperol Spritz then … Read more

Stephen Cerf of Jersey Boys on My City NYC for TravelSquire

My City: NYC with Stephen Cerf

With more than 8 million residents spread across five boroughs, New York City is the ultimate cultural melting pot. There’s so much to love in this mega-city. From the bright lights of Broadway to the eclectic mix of architectural styles to the never-ending buzz of Times Square, New York is … Read more

Singapore is one of the top 2019 destinations on TravelSquire

Part 3: Cultural Explorations

In choosing our picks for the most intriguing destinations for the upcoming year, we decided to dive deeper, considering destinations with intriguing sites, cultures and experiences. The complete list is divided into four segments, including both domestic and international destinations and something for every travel style. First, we focused on … Read more

A Road Trip, Part 3

  KANSAS TO ARIZONA and BACK HOME Taliesin West Scottsdale, AZ 1938   After a 3-month break, I (sadly) ended my road trip solo with a visit to Taliesin West in Arizona, where Wright died at the age of 91. For relief from the desert heat, I took the road … Read more

Home Runs at the Mets

With a fresh new red logo, the rebranded Metropolitan Museum of Art has stepped up to the plate with a travel-worthy exhibit at the Met Breuer. For the price of a single admission you can enjoy a stroll over to the main museum on Fifth Avenue to catch other exhibits. … Read more

Ramen By Mew

Ramen By Mew

New York is a tapestry of ever-changing places. Construction and build outs are literally everywhere (“Watch out for that crane”…), but many buildings manage to maintain a facade recognizable to long-time residents. Yet, even then change remains constant. And sometimes, that change comes in the form of delicious, cheap ramen. … Read more

Oscar-Worthy Hotels

The Oscars are around the corner, and maybe Leonardo DiCaprio will finally win his Academy Award. To celebrate the awards season Booking.com has compiled a list of nominees for “Best Hotel Properties for Global Travelers” so that you’ll be assured to have an Oscar-worthy experience when you arrive. Here are … Read more

George Takei and Brad Altman. Photo courtesy of Richard C. Murray and RCM Images Inc.

The Queen Mary 2 – NY to Southampton

“Some people have been on the Queen Mary 2 making the same crossing many times before. But I’ve got one over on even those who are grizzled veterans of the North Atlantic crossing. I have boldly gone where no one has gone before on the Starship Enterprise,” quipped the affable … Read more

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade – Monarch Rooftop Lounge

If you were one of the millions of viewers glued to your television screen last year during the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade you’re certain of one thing.  It just keeps getting better year after year.  And let’s face it.  That is definitely not true of most things today. With … Read more