Barcelona is well known for its incredible culinary offers and has really become a foodie’s paradise in recent years. From fresh fish and paellas to delicious meats and stews, Catalan cuisine certainly has something for everyone. What’s very much a la mode however, is ir de tapeo, a chilled out, gastronomic bar crawl where musings are shared over a selection of delicious tapas. But with so many great bars in the city, it’s difficult to know where … [Read more...]
Visiting the Mississippi Gulf Coast
The Mississippi Gulf Coast is a vacation destination that is perfect for anyone looking to travel alone, with a group of adults or a family vacation. There are literally hundreds of things to do that will ensure that everyone who stops by is satisfied to the fullest. Mississippi is full of luxurious hotels, beautiful scenery, historic landmarks, world class museums and professional golf courses. The Beaches: Mississippi is home to some of … [Read more...]
Martial Arts Museum hosts Samurai Sword Seminar Oct. 19
The History Channel is the Consultant Host October 17, 2013 BURBANK, CA – The Martial Arts History Museum is proud to present their most popular event of the year, the Samurai Sword Seminar. Featuring historian Rafael Kosche who's credits include appearances on THE HISTORY CHANNEL, A&E, AUCTION KINGS, ANCIENT ALIENS and many more. The seminar, which takes place October 19, begins at 4 pm with a cost of only $8. The Samurai Sword Seminar, … [Read more...]
A Weekend in Niagara
A weekend in Niagara was a great way to wrap up the summer. Bright lights, attractions abound, shows, casinos and the beautiful landscape of parks and the world famous Niagara Falls made it feel like an amusement park for adults and children alike, or like Canada's Las Vegas. A trip to Niagara affords an endless supply of things to do and see, from the thundering Niagara Falls where you can Journey Behind the Falls and ride the Maid of the … [Read more...]
Kutna Hora and the Chapel of Bones
John M. Edwards mispronounces the naughty-sounding destination “Kutna Hora” at a train station in Prague, a surreal stage set straight out of the Quentin Tarantino/Eli Roth shocker “HOSTEL,” set in Slovakia but filmed in the Czech Republic. . . . At Hlavni Nadrazi, Prague’s main train station, the large ugly lady in Aeroflot chic flinched when I ordered a roundtrip to the naughty-sounding “Kutna Hora,” mispronouncing my destination on purpose. … [Read more...]
Why Isle of Wight Should Be Top of Your List
The Isle of Wight is a tiny island off the south coast of England, but don’t let that fool you. It is full to the brim of history, culture and lots of things to see and do. Here are a few of the must do things for when you visit. Walk with the Animals If you fancy yourself as a bit of a Dr Dolittle, then the Isle of Wight is perfect for you. With the Owl and Monkey Haven, Seaview Wildlife Encounter, Isle of Wight Zoo and more, there is … [Read more...]
Green Travel Tips
Travel can be enjoyable - certainly one way to refresh your spirit and experience other cultures and ways of life. But travel involves transportation - often one of the most "un green" concepts on the planet. However, there are a few tips and tricks that will help you to minimize your carbon footprint during your trip. Before You Leave Ticketless travel is one of the best innovations in recent years. You can use your smartphone not only to … [Read more...]
8-year-old triplet boys, with parents, look up, down and all around
CHICAGO — On our first afternoon in Chicago, my wife, my triplet sons and I set out in the face of a biting wind down Michigan Avenue. These eight-year-olds have never been to a city much bigger than Louisville, Kentucky, where we live. I worry that Chicago will scare or overwhelm them. If this trip goes badly, will Gabrielle and I have to reassure them that no, big cities aren't all bad? What version or vision of Chicago can I show these … [Read more...]
Exploring the Quito Surroundings
With a visit to the market yesterday evening - we were set for breakfast this morning. Cherimoya, Guanabana (soursop) and Granadilla (passion fruit) made for a delicious fruit based breakfast. The inside of a Granadilla looks like something from the guts of an alien - with black seeds surrounded by some goopy stuff encased in a white sack encased in the entire orange outside of the fruit. Never trust looks when it comes to fruit - sometimes you … [Read more...]
Santa Monica to Celebrate Glow, All Night Art & Beach
Free and open to all, groundbreaking all-night arts event shines light on beach city’s innovative and creative spirit SANTA MONICA, Calif. (Sept. 20, 2013) – On Sept. 28 2013, from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m., Santa Monica will host the third incarnation of Glow, the city’s signature cultural event and the nation’s only nighttime arts celebration focused exclusively on original artwork. Inspired originally by Paris’ Nuit Blanche, Glow has commissioned 15 … [Read more...]
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