Rajasthan is all about color: vibrant saris wrapped around women, towering turbans crowning men’s heads, markets bursting with colorful vegetables, fabric and jewelry. Even towns are associated with color – Jaipur, “the pink city” and Jodhpur, “the blue town.” Palaces, temples, forts, crafts, folk art, bustling cities, big cats, and … Read more
When culinary event marketer Herb Karlitz visited Israel in 2018, he was blown away by the food scene, and how it had changed from his first trip, more than 20 years before. “I had left schnitzled out and underwhelmed by the lack of variety in dishes,” he confessed. “After eating … Read more
Situated on the Oslo Fjord, Norway’s largest city provides an interesting juxtaposition of past and present. Nowhere is this more evident than in its architecture. Standing guard over the city beside the harbor, the Akershus Fortress and castle date back to medieval times. Meanwhile, in the Bjørvika neighborhood of central … Read more
The serious looking Maître d′ is skilfully balancing my plate through the restaurant at Château Sainte Sabine and it appears as if he’s about to place a diamond in front of me, a real treasure. I swallow and hesitate for a split-second over my choice of entrée, then dig into … Read more
The municipality of Gruyères comprises four villages with a population of a mere 2,200. One of these is Gruyères which sits on top of a hill. Picturesque and traffic-free, it begs you to stroll its cobblestone main street and discover unusual treasures. Gruyère Cheese This region is the birthplace of … Read more
A discrete gate, number 208 on Calle Jalapa, a wide, tree-lined street in Mexico City’s charming Roma Norte neighborhood, marks the entrance to Casa Ignacia. You could blink and miss the fine example of a stately Porfirio Diaz era home constructed in 1913. But if you’re fortunate to have a … Read more
Take a class then hit the beach in Sydney? Learn the art of Japanese cuisine then go on the town with your classmates to experience Tokyo’s nightlife? Or enroll in an immersive wine program then visit one of Paris’ natural wine bars? These and many more possibilities await students of … Read more
Wroclaw (pronounced “Vrot-swahv”), Poland’s jewel of a city just under four hours from Warsaw, is proud of itself. Voted European Capital of Culture in 2016 and European Best Destination 2018, it has more than a few feathers in its cap – City of 100 Bridges, City of 5 Rivers, City … Read more
In her twenties Jocelyna Dubuc became interested in learning more about foods to improve her health. Touting her success, she would ultimately create a wellness destination in Canada way before the term was even coined. In 1977, she opened Spa Eastman, a holistic place in Canada’s Eastern Townships that has … Read more
As I write this, I’m a healthy 168 pounds, but three years ago that wasn’t the case. Having battled with my weight my entire life, I reached a pinnacle in 2016 tipping the scale at 250 pounds. It took a coveted invitation to Amsterdam for the 325th Anniversary Gala of … Read more
The Intercontinental San Diego beckons almost immediately upon landing at San Diego International Airport. The 400-room hotel, newly opened in Fall 2018, is part of the new BRIC complex. Only a 10-minute drive from the airport (get ready to watch some low flying planes for a bit of added excitement) … Read more
One of Eastern Europe’s biggest surprises today both in terms of evolution and culture is Warsaw. Largely rebuilt from scratch after World War II, it’s a city of surprises where artists, designers, chefs and a veritable treasure trove of creative types reside. Rooted squarely in its past, it has lately … Read more
