The Grenadines are a chain of Caribbean islands that have been only lightly touched by mass tourism. For water enthusiasts, it’s a treasure chest of crystalline seas, undisturbed coral reefs and top-notch diving. I’ve visited a number of Instagram-worthy Caribbean Islands but the Grenadines are my numero uno. Time spent in this part of the world is an instant elixir to my stress-filled urban existence. As a foodie, no vacation is complete if … [Read more...]
Five Places to visit in Europe During Winter
When the days become shorter and temperatures start to drop, you know that winter is on its way. Although some people like to wrap up warm and get cosy in front of an open fire, the rest of us get impatient for the return of hot weather and glorious sunshine. But rather than waiting months on end for summer to return, why not take a trip to more sultry climes instead? In Europe for example, there are several places where you can wear shorts … [Read more...]
Suzhou, China: An Edible Garden of Eden
If I were a philosopher, my motto would be “I eat, therefore I travel.” My first step towards understanding a culture is through food. Taste is the silent thread that binds me to fellow gastronomes around the globe. This is especially true when I visit a country where I know not a soul nor a single word of the native language, my exact situation during my recent visit to Suzhou, China. As alien as I felt upon arrival, I correctly suspected that … [Read more...]
Park Hyatt Masters of Food & Wine + Springtime Exploration in Buenos Aires
THE EVENT The Park Hyatt Masters of Food & Wine are events held at all Park Hyatt locations; these bring guests and visitors together to connect with their award-winning chefs, sommeliers and other artisan food and beverage purveyors. I recently attended a Master's Food and Wine event celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Palacio Duhau joining the Park Hyatt family. This was held at the Palacio Duhau - Park Hyatt in Buenos Aires, Argentina. … [Read more...]
Capping Off a Journey ‘Down Under’ in The Cook Islands
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As winter quickly sweeps in and we bid farewell to another magical summer, Australia and New Zealand are gearing up for the start of their tourist seasons, and with them millions of visitors who will make the long journey to discover their wonders. But if you’ve already come this far, cap off your vacation in style with a short eastbound flight over the blue waters of the South Pacific to the magical Cook Islands - where your visit to paradise … [Read more...]
City Guide: Museums in Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein is the judicial capital of South Africa and is the sixth largest city in the country. It’s not particularly famed for its tourism but rather as one of the largest maize and wheat producing regions of the country. Bloemfontein has a deep-rooted Afrikaner history with so many interesting museums and battlefields to explore. So if you enjoy history, then Bloemfontein should be one of the cities on your South African travel … [Read more...]
The Doll Lady of Wisconsin
On the first anniversary of my mother’s passing, a letter was forwarded to me from the Holocaust Center. My mother had been prominent in Holocaust Education. A woman in Wisconsin was writing a book and looking for my mother to provide her with background information. The Center didn’t know what to do with the letter, so they forwarded it to me. Enclosed were photographs of my mother, taken in her home. I called the woman in Wisconsin … [Read more...]
A Tranquil Respite in the Big Easy
A topless man wearing lipstick and a bright pink tutu prances by. Jazz is blaring at Legends Park. Drunken tourists stagger to their next girly joint. It’s Friday night on Bourbon Street, and this small town Texas boy needs a break. We all love a good party now and then, and New Orleans certainly knows how to party. But sometimes, we want a break from the frenetic energy and craziness of the nonstop Mardi Gras party atmosphere - but where … [Read more...]
5 Things You Must Do in Lisbon
Every city has some things we simply can’t miss. Because they’re part of its tradition, because they’re genuine and because they perfectly represent its culture. Lisbon is no exception – the capital of Portugal has some things you can’t miss while visiting it and today I invite you to discover five of them. Visit the most famous Portuguese bakery. In the early 19th century, in Belém, right next to the Jerónimos Monastery, there was a … [Read more...]
How to Tour the Dali Museum in St. Petersburg Florida
I've always been a fan of Salvador Dali and the Dali Museum. The museum holds a special place in my heart as it's one of the first trips my husband and I took when we were dating. The museum changed location since our first visit nearly 20 years ago, so we jumped at the chance to visit again on our most recent trip to St. Petersburg, Florida. To me, visiting a museum is an intensely personal experience. Art, subjective as it is, affects us in … [Read more...]
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