Everyone will admit that no matter how large the living space, a little more storage is a premium that’s sometimes tough to come by. From my own perspective, I own four suitcases (1 large, 2 medium and 1 small) as well as five or six smaller personal bags (don’t get … Read more
For decades, Antwerp has scored high for its coolness quotient. Situated in Belgium’s northwest province of Flanders, its second-largest city put itself on the map in the late 80’s when a group of fashion school graduates threw their designs into the back of a rented truck and headed to … Read more
What makes The Spa at Miami’s Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Florida’s only five star rated spa by Forbes travel guide? Forbes was clearly impressed, first, by the intimate lobby scented with jasmine and toned by tranquil music. Guests are treated like royalty at this posh but not pretentious resort away from … Read more
Though September sadly signifies the end of summer, celebrity children are lucky enough that their parents can afford to take them away wherever and whenever. However, even A-list mothers like Heidi Klum and Victoria Beckham know that they have to take relatively quick trips so that their offspring don’t miss … Read more
When most people hear the word Andalusia, they think of bullfighting and flamenco, not sherry. Often mistaken as sweet, this fortified wine might be the most misunderstood beverage around. Your grandma may have had a dusty bottle of the elegantly sweet Harvey’s Bristol Cream inside the sideboard but most sherry … Read more
Hot on the heels of the upcoming fall and winter resort season, the Fort Lauderdale Gay & Lesbian Film Festival is gearing up to present a compelling selection of almost 40 films for the 2012 season from October 4-7. In addition to the roster of screenings, this year’s festivities will … Read more
There’s never enough time in Berlin to see and do everything but I thought I’d give it my best shot recently on a whirlwind weekend in the German capital. A friend told me about an interesting neighborhood that she likened to the “SoHo of Berlin” called the Hackesche Hofe in … Read more
Everything’s A-Okay! My kids love to watch Sesame Street. One of my son’s first and favorite toys was a Zoe doll that he slept with and squeezed when he wanted to feel better. As we strolled through Sesame Place my son spotted Zoe and got to hug her while I … Read more
Pendleton’s roots go back to 1863, when founder Thomas Kay, a young English weaver traveled west and set up shop in the brand new state of Oregon. His family eventually moved the business to Pendleton in the northeastern part of the state, opening several mills and developing staples such as … Read more
Strategically located on notoriously lively Rivington Street, Verlaine is what I’d call a diamond in the rough. Surrounded by fashion boutiques by day and nightclubs by night, the Lower East Side destination is a prime party spot for adventurous New Yorkers. Particularly recognized for legendary music venues and a laid-back … Read more
“What’s your major? What year are you? What dorm do you live in? Standard questions when making friends in college. But as I cross an old stone bridge and meet a dozen travelers from Barcelona, I’m met with a different set of questions that I will hear over and over … Read more
How do you judge a hotel? By the stars? By the service? Or by the amenities you get? Let’s face it everyone wants swag these days, and if you are like us the goodies you get with your stay really enhances it. Here are things that we look for, some are bundled … Read more