Blantyre at The Berkshires on TravelSquire

Blantyre: A Gracious Getaway to the Beautiful Berkshires

Blantyre is a sophisticated hotel in the Berkshires. Just a few hours from both New York City and Boston, this hilly slice of New England is a gem for those who crave an immersion in nature just a short drive from home. Set on 110 acres of rolling lawns and … 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

American Road Trips on TravelSquire

2020: The Year of American Road Trips

“I can resist anything except temptation.” – Oscar Wilde If resisting the temptation to travel has you stopped in your tracks during our COVID-19 crisis, we’re here to help. Emerging travel trends provide meaningful options despite the current restrictions. Among the trends, good old-fashioned American road trips have stepped into … Read more

1000 Islands on TravelSquire

Social Distancing in the 1000 Islands

It’s sunset and I’m standing beside the St. Lawrence River in the town of Clayton, one of the gateways to the 1000 Islands. Chatting with a young man who had recently moved to the region, I ask him what he likes about it. “Everything,” he tells me. And that pretty … Read more

Des Moines Iowa on TravelSquire

My City – Des Moines with Michael Shawn “Clown” Crahan

While travel and festivals remain stalled, we’re here to bring you inspiration for the trips you’ll take when life returns to normal. – TravelSquire Editors If all you know about Iowa is the catchy Rogers & Hammerstein tune from State Fair or the rolling plains and cornfields from your road … Read more

Cleveland culture on TRavelSquire

Cleveland: A Cultural Center in the American Heartland

Our travel may be temporarily interrupted, but we can still dream and plan. We’re here to bring you travel inspiration for the trips you’ll take when life returns to normal. – TravelSquire Editors It is the rare city where everyone is welcome, and where the moxie of its people is … Read more

Five of the Quirkiest Towns in the USA on TravelSquire

Five of the Quirkiest Towns in America

Our travel may be temporarily interrupted, but we can still dream and plan. We’re here to bring you travel inspiration for the trips you’ll take when life returns to normal. – TravelSquire Editors If “Off-the-Beaten-Track” is the clarion call of the more adventurous traveler, then “quirky” must be the flashier … Read more

Aspen experiences

Hidden Aspen

Aspen is one of those wonderfully wintery destinations that came from modest mining-town beginnings to jumping the shark and beguiling the rich and famous.  Beneath the veneer, the town has managed to retain the soul, vision and passion of its early champions.  Chicago businessman Walter Paepcke was one of those … Read more

Little Havana Highlights on TravelSquire

Cuban Cigars, Coffee & Unwavering Culture

On any given day, the scent of hand rolled Cuban cigars and strong coffee fills the air of the streets of Little Havana. Located just minutes from the gleaming high rises and international banking center of downtown Miami and the Brickell Corridor, this humble yet vibrant neighborhood is home to … Read more

Jersey City in the spotlight on TravelSquire

Jersey City: Finally, in the Spotlight

I’ve been living in Manhattan across the Hudson River from it for 19 years, but like most New Yorkers, I never visited Jersey City, not even once. And then I finally did. Boy, was I missing out. Jersey Gloire Poor JC. It has the history, food, architecture, culture, art and … Read more

Jackson Square is a New Orleans Highlight on TravelSquire

Mardi Gras in New Orleans: The Big Easy

Ambling around New Orleans’ French Quarter is an immersive experience replete with live music on every block, historic architecture from the mid 18th century, tap dancers, fantastically costumed revelers no matter the month, amazing food and Mardi Gras parades every Sunday all year long. Let’s not forget the voodoo culture, ghosts … Read more

Scottsdale highlights on TravelSquire

Scottsdale, Arizona: A Perfect Winter Escape

As much of the northern hemisphere tackles winter in the early months of the new year, some residents dream of tropical vacations. Instead of hitting the beach, how about a desert destination for a winter getaway? Scottsdale, Arizona enjoys daily average temperatures in the low 70s during winter. Clear, sunny … Read more

72 Hours in Aspen, Colorado

I’m gazing at downhill racers traversing beautifully down the lower “Little Nell” run from a ringside seat inside SO Café, an aerie-style eatery on the rooftop of the Aspen Museum.  I’m thinking the stubby lower trail looks a bit on the steep side but upon studying one skier after another … Read more

Ancient History, Modern Architecture and International Cuisine

The small town of New Paltz, founded in New York’s Hudson Valley in 1678, is home to historic Huguenot Street. It’s also the site of the State University – New Paltz campus and has an astounding number of international restaurants. Steeped in the lore and legend that attends a place … Read more

Best Hotel in Oahu Hawaii

The Surfjack Hotel & Swim Club Oahu

Nestled deep in Waikiki off Kalakaua Avenue (the famous shopping street) and close to the Aloai Canal, you’ll find the Surfjack Hotel and Swim Club, considered one of the best hotels in Oahu. It’s a refreshing find in Honolulu where vintage 1960’s kitsch meets 2020 cool.  The hotel celebrates Hawaiian … Read more