Bavaria’s Villages & Towns
Half-timbered houses, red-tiled roofs, cobbled lanes, medieval clock towers and an abundance of charm await in the picturesque villages and towns of Bavaria. Here’s a look at some of the loveliest.
Land of Cork, Clay and Cowbells
At first glance, the middle-aged woman with glasses and greying hair is just wrapping little balls of clay the size of marbles but within seconds shapes appear – a head, legs, arms, then finally a fully developed figure. Together with her sister and nephew, Maria Inácia Fonseca runs the craft … Read more
A Look at Manchester, England
It’s the birthplace of the industrial revolution with a treasured history in music, science, sports and the arts. That heritage combined with a progressive attitude makes Manchester one of the most intriguing destinations in England. Here’s a look at some of the highlights.
A Wellness Trip is Exactly What You Need
It’s easy to get caught up in the everyday stresses in our busy lives. Trying to find balance while facing obligations like work, family, a social life, staying fit — the list can go on and on. It’s important to balance a busy lifestyle to remember why you took it … Read more
Italy’s Piedmont Region
When dreaming about Italy, the magnificent cities of Rome, Venice and Florence usually come to mind. Of course, Tuscany is a must see too. But I wanted to get off the well-worn tourist path and explore beyond those bucket list spots. Nestled in the shadow of the Alps, I found … Read more
An Emerald Coast Jewel
Situated amid the sugar white sand beaches of Florida’s Gulf Coast and on over 200 acres of untouched nature preserve, The Henderson in Destin, Florida is a luxurious retreat with health and wellness at its core. The resort is reminiscent of a grand old seaside mansion, with gabled rooflines and … Read more
Part 4: Rising Stars
In choosing our picks for the most intriguing destinations for the upcoming year, we decided to dive deeper, considering destinations with intriguing sites, cultures and experiences. The complete list is divided into four segments, including both domestic and international destinations and something for every travel style. First, we focused on … Read more
Part 3: Cultural Explorations
In choosing our picks for the most intriguing destinations for the upcoming year, we decided to dive deeper, considering destinations with intriguing sites, cultures and experiences. The complete list is divided into four segments, including both domestic and international destinations and something for every travel style. First, we focused on … Read more
Cruising New Zealand on the Queen Mary 2
Our imaginations were on fire as we sailed out of Sydney Harbour bound for New Zealand on the incomparable Queen Mary 2. Captain Peter Philpott slowly steered the ship out to sea with the help of three tiny red tugboats as the sun’s golden rays bounced off the white tiles … Read more
Cruising Australia on the QUEEN MARY 2
Sensational Sydney If you want to explore Australia and experience both the cultural and natural wonders of this enormous country, the Queen Mary 2 is the way to do it. During this year’s “World Voyage” the QM2 cruised into eight ports from Sydney to Perth, including Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Margaret … Read more
Part 2: Diving Deeper
In choosing our picks for the most intriguing destinations for the upcoming year, we decided to dive deeper, considering destinations with intriguing sites and experiences. The complete list is divided into four segments, including both domestic and international destinations and something for every travel style. Last week, we focused on … Read more
Bavaria: Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany
Garmisch-Partenkirchen is, without a doubt, the most famous resort in the German Alps, partly because of its proximity to the highest mountain, the Zugspitze, and partly because it hosted the 1936 Olympic Winter Games. The town’s location between the gentle Ammer mountains and the imposing peaks of the Wetterstein chain, … Read more
A Wisconsin Wellness Weekend
I grew up in the Philly suburbs where summer getaways were traditionally devoted to the beaches along the East coast from the Jersey shore south through Florida, and winters were reserved for Pocono mountain cabins. So, no one in my family had ever heard of the Midwest resort town of … Read more
Part 1: Newsworthy Destinations
We just announced our picks for the most intriguing destinations for 2019. This year we dove a little deeper and looked at unique destinations with intriguing sites and experiences. The list is divided into four segments including domestic and international destinations and offers something for every travel style. You’ll find … Read more
VATAN, Indian Excellence in Manhattan
A giant elephant adorning the façade of Vatan leads you toward your Indian culinary adventure in lower Manhattan. It’s late on a Saturday night and inside the place is abuzz with energy. The decor is snazzy for sure with assorted large and wonderfully intimate thatched roof banquettes lining a large … Read more