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Reaching Paradise, EMBRACE Resort Staniel Cay Bahamas

January 1, 2023 by Dave3 Comments

Dodging clouds, discovering sunshine in between and finding inspiration below I found myself on a tiny 12-seat prop plane on my way from Nassau to Staniel Cay (note that 'cay' is always pronounced as 'key') in the Bahamas. The captain briefly announced our flight plan; 28 minutes to Black Point Cay to drop off a few passengers and then a quick 5-minute flight from there to Staniel Cay. There are not many passengers on board; these planes are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Caribbean · Tagged: Airline, Airport, America, Animal Rescue, Art, Bahamas, Beach, Canada, Caribbean, Coffee, Drinking, Food and Wine, Golf, Honeymoon, Journey, London, Paradise, Resort, Restaurants, Sand

Flying Pig Cafe, Embrace Resort Staniel Cay, Bahamas – January 2023

January 1, 2023 by Dave1 Comment

After an hour flight from Miami to Nassau, catch a 30-minute puddle jumper on Flamingo Air or Titan Air to the airstrip at beautiful Staniel Cay. Or simply fly to Staniel Cay nonstop from Fort Lauderdale. Once you arrive, you will be picked up in a golf cart by one of the friendly staff at EMBRACE Resort for the several minute ride to the Flying Pig Cafe. This is the latest restaurant to open on tiny Staniel Cay (one of 365 islands in the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bahamas, Beach, Coffee, Drinking, Golf, Paradise, Resort, Restaurants, Seafood, Shopping Mall

Fun Things to Do in New Zealand

December 27, 2022 by Zander JeanLeave a Comment

New Zealand is a beautiful country with a wealth of things to do. Whether you're a local or a visitor, you're sure to find something that suits your interests and preferences. Here are some ideas for things to do when you're in New Zealand: Enjoy the Entertainment Options If you're a fan of live entertainment, you'll find plenty of options in New Zealand. This could include everything from plays and musicals to concerts and comedy shows. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Bus Travel, Casino, Culinary travel, Culture, Drinking, Food and Wine, Hiking, History, Internet, Music, Natural History, New Zealand, Restaurants, Road Trip, Seafood, Walking tour

It’s Never too Early to Book a Winter Dude Ranch Vacation!

December 20, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

It may seem too early to start thinking about snow and winter! That means holidays, winter break, the new year and some craziness thrown in with all of that! Here at the Dude Ranchers' Association, we think the best gifts don't support designer logos nor do they come from big box stores. We feel one of the true meanings of the holidays is families spending time together, away from the hustle and bustle of the overcrowded shopping malls and there … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Bicycle, Christmas, Colorado, Drinking, Fishing, Food and Wine, Idaho, Lodge, Montana, National Park, Photography, Rocky Mountains, Romantic, Shopping Mall, Ski Trip, Wildlife, Winter Travel, Wyoming

The perfect Cotswolds retreat in which to relax, unwind and be pampered

December 5, 2022 by Amanda ChalmersLeave a Comment

Cotswold House Hotel and Spa, Chipping Campden

In the ‘chocolate box’ town of Chipping Campden, The Cotswold House Hotel and Spa is certainly no strawberry cream! Grand, yet beautiful, it cannot fail to be to everyone’s taste, whether you’re after a romantic weekend away with your partner, gastronomic adventure or rejuvenating spa experience with your besties. It’s easy to appreciate why this Grade II listed regency townhouse hotel is so popular - and boasts awards to its name. While it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, Chocolate, Drinking, England, History, Markets, Restaurants, Romantic, Shopping Mall, Spa, Walking tour

Merry & Bright in Providence, Rhode Island

December 1, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

Providence, Rhode Island is known for its thriving arts community, vibrant and diverse neighborhoods, outstanding hotels, and renowned restaurant scene, but in the wintertime the city becomes even more magical. With the Illuminate PVD program at the forefront, the city's holiday programming, light shows, tree lightings, and festive art performances are in abundance. Check out our roundup below of the best upcoming events to ring in the holiday … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Bridges, Chocolate, Christmas, Drinking, England, Europe, Festival, Film, Food and Wine, Holiday Season, Italy, Journey, Music, Restaurants, Rhode Island, Shopping Mall, Sports, Village

Play Airline Puts Iceland Within Reach of Budget Travelers

November 23, 2022 by Allison TibaldiLeave a Comment

It’s a courageous move for an airline to begin flying new transatlantic routes during a transitional time for the airline industry, but that’s exactly what PLAY has done. This Icelandic airline was founded in Reykjavik in 2019 by a team with significant experience in the aviation industry. They started flying to Reykjavik from the East Coast of the United States in 2022. I recently flew PLAY’s daily nonstop service to Keflavik, Reykjavik’s main … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airline, Airport, America, Architecture, Art, Beer, Boston, Bus Travel, Chocolate, Culture, Drinking, Euro, Fashion, Food and Wine, Germany, Greece, Hot springs, Iceland, Ireland, London

The Earl of Yarmouth, co-founder of The Secret Aristocrat Company

November 20, 2022 by Amanda ChalmersLeave a Comment

Four years ago William Seymour's life took on a completely new direction. The Earl of Yarmouth married the love of his life and then, together, they established The Secret Aristocrat Company, producing a unique drink inspired by their own wedding day. Today, William and Kelsey's St Maur elderflower liqueur has several international awards to its name and their business continues to grow. Lord Yarmouth answers our questions. . . Q1. How and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: America, Australia, Britain, Drinking, England, Germany, Harvest, Journey, Walking tour, Wedding

Karl Bushby, Adventurer and Author

November 9, 2022 by Teh Chin Liang1 Comment

Karl Bushby is a British ex-paratrooper, walking adventurer and author.  Since 1998, he has embarked on his Goliath Expedition - a round-the-world circumnavigation solely on foot. His journey has covered 43,493km so far. Giant Steps: The Remarkable Story of the Goliath Expedition From Punta Arenas to Russia is his book journaling his extraordinary journey. Karl was kind enough to let me interview him recently. Q1. One of the common … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Alaska, America, Arizona, Asia, Bicycle, Britain, Canada, Chile, Coffee, Colombia, Culture, Drinking, England, Film, Food and Wine, Garden, History, Interview, Iran, Journey

Toretto’s Barbershop, Frankfurt Germany – November 2022

November 1, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

Toretto's Barbershop, Frankfurt Germany is as old school as it gets and within a short time is already one of the world's great barbershops. A bit edgy, definitely more then a bit OG, yet the vibe here is decidedly youthful. Founded and run by Alex Torreto whose window onto the world situated next to chair number 1. Alex is Greek but was born and raised in Germany. Barbershops are not a 'thing' in Germany and according to Alex, his shop is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: America, Drinking, Frankfurt, Germany, Shopping Mall

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