Most visitors to Palm Springs, California never think to venture beyond its fringes. Definitely the jewel in the crown of the famous Coachella Valley, it is only the tip of the iceberg so to speak. If you’re on a little road trip to the California “desert” as its affectionately referred, … Read more
I’d been to Oslo before, but when I step foot on a floating sauna in the Oslo fjord, it’s a whole new thing. These pint-sized spas are the latest craze here, and I’m booked in a shared sauna, joining random strangers in a very hot experience. But they’re not strangers … Read more
As a repeat visitor to Glacier Country, I’m unashamedly enamored with the area. I almost envy its unabashed pride and recently learned that, here, seasonal changes aren’t month to month or even day to day, but minute to minute. On my most recent visit I happily spent 7,200 minutes (i.e. … Read more
I’m trying to imagine what a stay at Tempo by Hilton, New York Times Square, on New Year’s Eve would be like. Alas, I was too early to find out, as my visit was timed for the last two weeks of the year. August 2023 marked the opening of this … Read more
Wrapped in cozy clothes and sitting atop a honed tree stump at the most welcoming of dinner-on-the-beach settings, I was definitively in what could only be called a travel trance. Positioned at a weathered wooden table with a blossom-filled pitcher at center, I sipped a glass of naturally chilled Arctic … Read more
As I stepped onto the sun-kissed shores of Nassau Paradise Island, I was filled withanticipation for a gastronomic adventure at the 1 st annual Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival, 2023. The vibrant colors of the Bahamas served as the backdrop to a weekend that promised fun, sun, and … Read more
I think the secret may finally be out. The little town of Paso Robles on California’s Central Coast is shining big in the foodie landscape, and it seems it’s having a moment. “Paso”, as it’s nicknamed, has long been lauded for its top wines, with over 400+ wineries that have … Read more
Museums today need a great tagline … especially those with a contemporary focus. The plenitude of venues showcasing important modern art these days is astounding. To put it simply, museums are pulling all the stops out. And, each and every one is seeking the golden ring of exhibitions to bring … Read more
It’s time again for Miami Art Week from December 8 to 10, where Miami becomes the center of the art world hosting many art fairs including the biggest one Art Basel Miami. In addition there are pop-up galleries and special exhibitions presenting the best in contemporary art. The international week … Read more
La Condesa neighborhood has long been beckoning visitors to roam its Parisian-inspired boulevards, peruse its art galleries, and savor its sidewalk cafes. And now, with the opening of the Andaz Mexico City Condesa this year, one of the tallest buildings in the area, La Condesa has a new perfect perch for morningbirds and night owls alike.
If you haven’t heard of Door County, you’re not alone. On a map, it shows up as the finger of land extending from the city of Green Bay into Lake Michigan to the east and Green Bay to the west. Home to 300 miles of shoreline and a collection of … Read more
Traditions abound in Louisville, Kentucky. Who hasn’t spent a Saturday in May wearing fancy hats while sipping a mint julep and watching the Kentucky Derby? In this legendary community, bourbon rules, street art pops up everywhere and a hometown hero’s story plays out at the Muhammad Ali Center. While you … Read more
At 12:45 pm ET on May 28, 2023, the Indy 500’s green flag waved and with a roar of the engines, the 107th running of the world’s largest single-day sporting event, the Indy 500, began. Little more than 24 hours later, our family of six – three adults, three children, … Read more
At the Hacienda del Mar, they give you no compelling reason to leave. You want a pool? They have five. What about restaurants? They have six. Bars? Check. Kids Club? Check. Cafe? Check. And then there is the Cactus Spa … Checkmate! In Cabo San Lucas, “good hotels” are literally … Read more
If you’re planning on visiting Austria, think about venturing beyond Vienna and Salzburg. Sure, Vienna’s Opera House is a stunner. And the romance of the Danube and the majesty of the Habsburgs dangle a huge lure. Of course, Salzburg – identified with Mozart, the Sound of Music and a looming … Read more