It’s finally Spring (well, technically) which (in theory) means blooming flowers, budding cherry trees and brighter sunshine (note this is completely hypothetical, and if the past few weeks are any indication, “Spring” might just as well be a mythological concept). But if the proverbial groundhog hadn’t seen his shadow this … Read more
While trying to plan a girls’ getaway for a milestone birthday, we came to a crossroads … we wanted to make the most of our time off but our busy lives had made it so difficult to get away. Everyone agreed a spa weekend was the answer to escape from … Read more
There are many different kinds of trips: a luxurious weekend at the spa, business trips to an urban metropolis, a couples’ getaway to a tropical island … and then there’s the kind you take when you’re visiting the exotic destination known as “Your Hometown.” Boasting the movie theater where you … Read more
If you’re thinking about heading to Canada this summer, learn your ABC’s … Alberta, Banff and Calgary. It was July and I was searching for my cowboy boots, which hadn’t been on my feet since that wild Halloween night when I dressed up like a cowboy. But this time it … Read more
It’s been 25 years since the first chandelier crashed from the ceiling of Broadway’s Majestic Theater onto the stage in front of a stunned crowd at the macabre show, The Phantom of the Opera. Back then, the composer Andrew Lloyd Webber’s wife and muse Sarah Brightman played the starring role … Read more
As if a stay in London’s absolutely fabulous Chelsea could get any more fabulous, the Draycott Hotel, a romantic town house property around the corner from Chelsea’s Slone Square, is currently offering guests an experience that combines personal shopping with a celebrity stylist. I mean does it get any better … Read more
Sometimes small can be a good thing … like in smart phones, petits fours and hotels, of course. Nestled on a charming cobblestone street in historic Old City, Philadelphia, within seconds of Penn’s Landing on the riverfront and with a view of the baby blue Benjamin Franklin Bridge over the … Read more
The winds of change have been blowing steadily through Miami’s Design District ever since it put itself on the map some five years ago. I can recall touring empty streets at one time or another in the short span of a few years; sometimes reminiscent of a stroll through … Read more
I think we can all agree that getting to a place is the worst part of traveling. No matter how carefully you plan, changes often occur so it’s important to be prepared for the unexpected and roll with the punches. But what about when your feet are on the ground … Read more
It was our 45th wedding anniversary and the maitre’d in the Norwegian Star’s opulent Versailles dining room was pouring us champagne. This was the most romantic of settings for our special event. I felt like I was in a dream … and the dream had come true. After toasting a … Read more
No matter how irrelevant social media sometimes seems, there are a lot of us who still feel the nagging compulsion to send a Tweet with ten hashtags or Instagram our half-eaten dinner because hey – why not? For travelers, social media is a great way to stay connected to the … Read more
The Oscars may seem like all fun and games to a non-celebrity, but for the A-list, the preparation involved in getting red carpet ready is a full-time job. Don’t forget that the Academy Awards is the final night in an endless string of awards ceremonies and parties that stretch from … Read more
Get ready for a musical adventure that will introduce you to the soul of Tobago. The Tobago Jazz Festival will bring together some of the best elements of this little Caribbean island like beautiful beaches and magical sunsets – with music from world renowned artists. The nine day concert event … Read more
I’m addicted to my iPhone 5, aren’t you? Even though I’m a PC fanboy, I can’t get enough of Apple’s little wonder phone, which is scratch resistant and tough enough to withstand several drops from arm’s length. However, I still feel a paternal pang whenever it’s close to potential damage … Read more
Last week, we talked about blending in with the locals while traveling. And while there are tons of ways to not be singled out as a tourist, perhaps the most obvious one is the way you dress. Here’s what to pack for every kind of travel destination. Fashion Conscious Metropolis … Read more