Best shrimp and grits in Greenville on TravelSquire

Greenville, South Carolina: Hunting for the Best Shrimp & Grits

Recently I went on a quest to find the best Shrimp and Grits in Greenville, South Carolina. My hunt began on Main Street, where the sound of live music often fills the air and where, in warmer weather, the scent of perfectly seasoned dishes billows out onto the sidewalks.  Greenville … Read more

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The Tastiest of Tans at the South Beach Wine & Food Festival

A warm ocean breeze will make any dish more delicious. From February 19-23, one of America’s favorite gourmet festivals returns to South Beach, for five days of culinary events, parties, tastings and appearances by world-renowned celebrity chefs. The South Beach Wine & Food Festival hosts more than 100 events throughout … 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

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Boutique Hotels as Private Stays

You want a five-star resort experience, but your partner favors the intimacy of a B & B to the unfamiliarity of a big hotel. No need to call a couple’s counselor! The Squire has you covered. Now you don’t need to sacrifice privacy for luxury when staying at these three … 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

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

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A Competition Crowning the World’s Greatest Traveler

Now is the time to make good on those new year resolutions. You want to travel more; be adventurous; live a more spontaneous life. How would you like to embark on “A Blind Date with the World™?” Don’t worry, that relationship will be unforgettable and built to last… for at … Read more

culinary highlights in Lima on TravelSquire

Lima, Peru’s Culinary Paradise

Peru suddenly popped onto every culinary traveler’s map in the last ten years – its exciting cuisine and incredible variety of ingredients propelling the city of Lima into the limelight. So how did Lima do it, and more importantly, where should you eat? Internationally Influenced Cuisine Anyone who has visited … Read more

Sailing in the Croatian Islands on TravelSquire

Exploring the Croatian Islands

When it comes to dreamy vacations, it’s hard to compete with sailing on a chartered yacht. And the Croatian coastline offers a course that’s ripe for discovery. Home to more than 1,000 islands, islets and reefs strewn like sparkling jewels off its coast, Croatia provides an Adriatic paradise for adventures … Read more

Things to do in Trondheim on TravelSquire

72 Hours in Trondheim

With deep narrow fjords flanked by majestic mountains displaying ribbons of cascading waterfalls—there’s no question Norway’s landscapes are spectacular. Beyond the landscapes, though, Norway’s cities offer a blend of culture, luxury and culinary excellence. Trondheim, Norway’s third largest city, exemplifies this. The cultural center of the Trøndelag region, this picturesque … Read more

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Aruba Like a Local

When temperatures drop, the Caribbean’s trifecta of sun, sand and surf are a balm for the winter-weary. But how do you decide which tropical island is right for your getaway? With so many beautiful beach destinations, is finding the perfect match as difficult as finding true love on Tinder? One … Read more