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7 Best California Road Trip Routes and How to Get There Safely

August 7, 2020 by Albert CooperLeave a Comment

You could just book a plane or a train ticket to your final destination and skip the road trip across California. However, California’s vast landscape is a true thing of beauty and deserves to be mindfully savored. But before you embark on this incredible journey, make sure your vehicle is in tip-top shape. After all, California is a sizable state with roadways that extend for hundreds of miles. You might even want to consider mechanical … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Avocado, California, Carmel, Cruising, Desert, Journey, Los Angeles, Nevada, Road Trip, San Diego, Sierra Nevada, Travel Insurance, Ventura, Yosemite National Park

4 Days in San Miguel De Allende

March 8, 2020 by Preethi ChandrasekharLeave a Comment

In the July 2018 edition, Travel and Leisure voted the charming Mexican city of San Miguel de Allende the best city in the world for the 2nd year in a row! I’ve been dying to visit San Miguel de Allende and when I recently had the wonderful opportunity to attend a destination wedding on New Year’s Eve in this city, I couldn’t refuse! It was a blessing to be able to celebrate a dear friend and her fiance in one of the best cities in the world! So … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airport, Architecture, Art, Avocado, Bus Travel, Canyon, Castle, Caves, Chicago, Christmas, Coffee, Colombia, Culinary travel, Culture, Dancing, Disneyland, Drinking, Fashion, Festival, Fireworks

Wineries in Thailand? Yes! A Visit to Thailand’s Smallest Winery, Alcidini Winery

November 15, 2019 by Dave9 Comments

Compared to our time intensive work of visiting hundreds of wineries in the world famous Napa Valley, visiting wineries in Thailand is a fairly straight forward endeavor. We were told there are only 6 wineries in the entire country, 4 of which are in the vicinity of Khao Yai; without spending much time at all, we have already visited 50% of the countries wineries. Our latest winery visit was to Alcidini (the latin name for a local Kingfisher … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Avocado, Bangkok Thailand, Bridges, California, Florida, Harvest, Napa Valley, National Park, San Francisco, Thailand, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

A Guide to Exploring The Best Markets in Chiang Mai

May 21, 2019 by Bhagirathsinh GohilLeave a Comment

Chiang Mai is among the favorite backpacker destinations in Thailand. The city is unarguably an exotic spot for tourists all over the world due to its favorable weather and delicious foods. Another thing that makes Chiang Mai distinctive is the markets. You are bound to discover appealing items regardless of your taste once you plan your tours with locals in Chiang Mai. The city offers immersive shopping experience. This guide will come in handy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Antiques, Avocado, Coffee, Culinary travel, Culture, Fashion, Flowers, Food and Wine, Markets, Massage, Pizza, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Street Food, Thailand, Walking tour

Estonia has launched an influencer campaign with a twist called #EstonianWay

April 20, 2019 by Dave2 Comments

There is a place where cars drive on frozen sea, sauna is a weekly ritual and the wilderness is your stage. Celebrities have come and lived the #EstonianWay. #EstonianWay is an influencer campaign by Visit Estonia to celebrate the country’s 100th birthday and inspire people to explore Estonia. 100 different celebrities from all over the world – YouTubers, rock stars, influencers, journalists, sports legends, Michelin star chefs, TV hosts – … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Avocado, Beach, Fashion, Festival, Photography, Scuba Diving, Sports

Five Reasons to Visit Medellin

March 28, 2019 by Preethi ChandrasekharLeave a Comment

Lonely Planet named Colombia 2nd best country to visit in 2017. I first visited Colombia a few years ago, when I set foot into the walled city of Cartagena. I had just finished reading Colombian author Gabriel Garcia Marquez’ Love in the Time of Cholera, and as I moved through the old town in Cartagena, pages of his novel came to life, setting the tone for that trip. I discovered a colorful, romantic city where Latin music and dancing greeted me … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South America · Tagged: America, Andes, Architecture, Art, Avocado, Bus Travel, Coffee, Colombia, Culture, Dancing, Drinking, Fashion, Food and Wine, History, Journey, Lifestyle, Mountain Climbing, Museum, Music, Nightlife

The Best Eats in Bermuda

January 22, 2018 by Allison Tibaldi5 Comments

Perhaps you’ve come to Bermuda for it’s pink sand beaches, blue sea and quirky knee-length shorts? Steal away from these worthy attractions and you’ll reap mouth-watering mealtime rewards. Bermuda’s food scene is discretely on fire. Islands of all sizes hold gustatory riches. Caribbean islands especially excel on the culinary front. They tend to be melting pots of flavor, attributed to the influences of centuries of invaders, pirates and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airport, Art, Avocado, Bahamas, Beach, Beer, Bermuda, Caribbean, Coffee, Cruising, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, England, Food and Wine, History, Jamaica, Maine, Restaurants, Sand

Five Places to Eat in Central Park

November 14, 2017 by Jennie GLeave a Comment

Central Park is an iconic New York City location. You could easily spend an entire day there, roaming the 843-acre expanse and still not see it all. While Central Park is often depicted as some sort of haven for picnickers, the reality of being a tourist is that you don’t always have the time or resources to pack a lunch. Fear not! Luckily there are some great eats in and around Central Park to keep you moving. Before you reserve a Central … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Avocado, Coffee, Food and Wine, New York City, Restaurants, Seafood

Daytona Beach, Florida: Dining Delights

April 28, 2016 by Allison TibaldiLeave a Comment

When you hear the words Daytona Beach, I’d bet money NASCAR, Spring Break and sandy stretches of the Atlantic Ocean come to mind. While these are some of its prized attributes, this down-to-earth Florida beach town is making unexpected waves in the culinary arena. It has blossomed into an emerging destination for travelers looking to combine a seaside holiday with delicious dining. Daytona Beach enjoys a throwback quality rich in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Avocado, Beach, Beer, Chocolate, Culinary travel, Dancing, Drinking, Florida, Food and Wine, Garden, Monterey, New York City, Oyster, Romantic, Seafood, Sports, Trip Planning

The Knife Dallas

April 16, 2016 by Juliet Bennett RylahLeave a Comment

Texas has its stereotypes: everything is bigger, everyone wears cowboy hats, you gotta get a steak. The last time I went through Texas, I stopped at Amarillo tourist trap The Big Texan Steak Ranch, famous for serving up a 72-oz. steak free to anyone who can take down the whole thing in an hour. When once again in Texas—Dallas over the weekend for a quick work trip—I went for something a bit more sophisticated. You'll find The Knife, helmed by … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Avocado, Beer, Chocolate, Coffee, Colorado, Dallas, Dessert, Drinking, Food and Wine, Ice Cream, Restaurants, Seafood, Texas

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