MENDOCINO COUNTY, CALIF. – As the flavors of fall arrive in Northern California's Mendocino County so does the annual crop of coveted candy cap, chanterelle, porcini and hedgehog mushrooms. Straddling historic Highways 1 and 101 with nearly 2,500 sq. miles of live oak and stately redwood groves, the region is a natural hotspot for some 3,000 mushroom varieties, 500 of which are edible. The annual haul is nothing short of historic, nurturing … [Read more...]
Backpacking to Conundrum Hot Springs
There are a number of commercial hot springs in Colorado ranging widely in setting and price. Some are rustic, and others are more like hot swimming pools; some are full of boisterous children, others are quieter, some are within an easy drive of major towns, and others take some more time to get to. Conundrum Hot Springs requires a 9 miles hike and more than 2000 feet of elevation gain to reach, and still manages to be incredibly popular and … [Read more...]
2nd Annual Winter Wine Walk, Burbank, Los Angeles – November 18th, 2017
BURBANK, Calif. — Burbank will be kicking off the holidays in style with the 2nd Annual Winter Wine Walk & Street Fair, which will be taking over the streets and stores of Downtown Burbank on November 18, 2017, from noon to 8:00 PM. A celebration of wine and local businesses that will cover two blocks in the heart of Downtown Burbank's shopping and dining neighborhood, the Winter Wine Walk will transform stores throughout the district into … [Read more...]
Warren, Ohio: A Weekend Getaway Back Thru Time!
In the State of Ohio, between Cleveland and Youngstown, sits the City of Warren. Don't bother looking for it - you won't find it on any map. Unless, of course, your checking for the weather on the 6 o'clock news! After spending an afternoon in Warren, it's easy to see that there is so much more to this city than meets the eye. From the Packard museum to the Trumbull Art gallery, restaurants and bars, the Ampitheatre and Mosquito Lake State … [Read more...]
Aruba on my Mind
Having explored much of the Caribbean but not yet the ABC's (Aruba, Bonaire & Curaçao) - I opted to take a week long late summer trip to Aruba. The weather on the island is certainly highly appealing with usually fairly constant temperatures moderated by trade winds, little rain on an annual basis, lots of sunshine and is located outside of the hurricane belt. Although I did have to reroute my original return flight plan which was through Houston … [Read more...]
Atlantic Canada Delivers Foliage, Flavor and Festivals Aplenty this Fall
ATLANTIC CANADA (September 2017) – As summer gives way to crisp autumn air, the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island offer more than breathtaking horizons of gold, crimson and amber leaves. This fall, travelers to coastal region of Atlantic Canada will find fewer crowds, lower rates and a variety of festivals, culinary indulgences and experiences that deliver more than simply … [Read more...]
Celebrate the best of California food and wine September 22-23 at Terranea Resort
Anyone who has been to Terranea can attest to the unparalleled location in Los Angeles's South Bay that rivals quintessential Mexican resorts with its idyllic location, cliff-top ocean views, inviting accommodations, renowned spa and array of dining options. For those who haven't visited, this fall you'll have the best excuse to check out the Rancho Palos Verdes seaside oasis. Hosting its 3rd annual Celebration of Food and Wine September 22 - 23, … [Read more...]
Buena Park: The Halloween Capital of Southern California
Buena Park, California – September 2017: Buena Park transforms into a town of terror in September and October offering several Halloween events including the biggest one in the world, Knott's Scary Farm. For those brave enough to come to Buena Park, we've got the gory details on all the Halloween hot spots and killer deals. After a long night of thrills, R.I.P with discounted hotels perfect for every guest...dead or alive. We invite you to pick … [Read more...]
My Time Exploring the Baltics
While exploring Eastern Europe with a friend a few years back, I decided to visit Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania. Each country is relatively small and the highlights seen in a few days. And the nice part is this part of Europe is really not that far from the UK. I stopped over at Heathrow Airport on my way to Helsinki - I remember the flight time was only a few hours. After spending a few days in Helsinki - including a memorable stay in a … [Read more...]
Cruising Scotland with Windstar: A Booze Cruise Like No Other
As the Star Pride pulls away from port just outside of Edinburgh, passengers on Windstar Cruise's eight-day Gaelic Explorers itinerary toast bon voyage with the traditional glass of celebratory bubbly. With a range of top shelf liquor and bartenders with individual spins on classic cocktails, the cruise offers the option to indulge in alcoholic beverages while at sea. But cruising the coast of Scotland presents whisky lovers with a potable feast … [Read more...]
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