When visiting a foreign country, it’s best to have an open mind … and that’s even more important when visiting China. So, leave all the government rhetoric about tariffs and trade wars behind, and focus on the historical sites, the fresh food, how life has progressed, and the eager acceptance … Read more
When scientist and humanitarian Dr. Albert Schweitzer made his one and only visit to the US in 1949, where did he go? It was a place with an elevation so high that the revered Nobel Prize winner said it was “just below heaven.” Welcome to Aspen, Colorado. Formerly a silver … Read more
We recently announced our Top 28 destinations for 2020 zeroing in on unique destinations with intriguing sites and experiences. Our list breaks down into four categories, both domestic and international, with the complete list here. We’ve already shared our Newsworthy Destinations and our picks for Nature & Culture. This week … Read more
The TravelSquire editorial team recently announced our Top 28 destinations for 2020 zeroing in on unique destinations with intriguing sites and experiences. The list is divided into four categories, both domestic and international, and the complete list here. We’ve shared our newsworthy destinations first and you’ll find those here. This … Read more
Virginia’s Hunt & Wine Country is just an hour outside of Washington, D.C., though it feels a million miles away from the Beltway’s hustle. The pastoral landscape of Loudoun and Fauquier Counties is defined by rolling hills, stately horse farms and picturesque vineyards. The area is home to numerous small … Read more
I meander along the streets of Verona, Italy’s fourth most-visited city, in search of Juliet’s house. My GPS leads me down quiet streets (clearly not the location I’m looking for), and the famed balcony where a forlorn young teenaged girl welcomed her Romeo. I’m amused that the GPS takes me … Read more
When thinking of Panama, the Panama Canal is probably what automatically comes to mind. Yet this Central American country has much more in addition to this incredible engineering marvel. Panama has both a buzzing capital city and a diverse eco-system. It’s also a producer of coffee, chocolate and craft beer; … Read more
A few puffs on a Marlboro and a damn good thrashing with some herbs – apparently that’s all it takes to stop a child from having nightmares. Or so the limpea healers in Quito’s San Francisco Market tell me. I show my polite, but not convinced face. Moments earlier I … Read more
The TravelSquire editorial team just announced our picks for the Top 28 Destinations for 2020. We zeroed in on unique destinations with intriguing sites and experiences. The list is divided into four segments including both domestic and international destinations and offers something for every traveler. You’ll find the complete list … Read more
Amsterdam, that lovely well-preserved city of dreams with its quaint canal houses, artistic legacy and liberal social policies, has hardly been considered a food destination over the years. But along the way, something happened, and the city has come alive with exciting food destinations focused on natural wine. Some look … Read more
If you arrive in Tampa Bay, Florida in late January, you may find yourself in the company of pirates. Yes, pirates. Every January the majestic pirate ship Jose Gasparilla sails into Tampa Bay and over 750 swashbucklers invade the city. Named for the notorious Jose Gaspar who terrorized the coastal … Read more
Realizing travelers have varied preferences, TravelSquire’s editorial team spends hours debating which destinations should make our Top 28 list each year. It’s never easy to choose, but we’ve finally reached a decision. We’ve comprised a diverse list with something to intrigue everyone. From bustling urban locales to natural wonders providing … Read more
About an hour’s drive from the Cancun International Airport, the State of Yucatan’s countryside is a gateway to ancient Mayan culture and a study in how ancestral traditions are kept alive by the current generation. It also may be one of Mexico’s best kept secrets, though that may soon change. … Read more
Home to the volcanic Galapagos Islands teeming with strange and fascinating wildlife, impressive Andean peaks, and the lush Amazon rainforest, Ecuador is a country whose natural wonders attract travelers from around the globe. However, natural wonders aren’t its only treasure. Ecuador’s three largest cities, Guayaquil, Quito and Cuenca offer an … Read more
Seeing the city of Warsaw through the eyes of Polish artist and architect Tytus Brzozowski is a very personal affair. Although the Polish capital offers the casual visitor a treasure trove of sights and sensual experiences, its modernity is a paradox for creative types who continually search for a link … Read more