I recently attended the launch of Norwegian Air's nonstop flight from Oakland to Copenhagen, Denmark at a chef's tasting prepared by Andreas Bagh, Executive Chef at Copenhagen's Michelin starred Marchal restaurant at the Hotel d'Angleterre. The event was hosted at the Cookhouse in North Beach, a lovely, intimate venue in a space next to the legendary Vesuvio Cafe in San Francisco. The evening was well attended by local journalists and … [Read more...]
Where’s the Steering Wheel? Driving Off the Map
Many years ago, I was a passenger in a ’57 Chevy driven by a maniacal friend. The steering wheel came off in his hands while he was making a turn—and he laughed. Though it seemed unlikely then (particularly because I thought survival was dubious), that wheelessness was a benchmark for unusual driving experiences to come, many of which produced the same sensation of bewilderment, shock and terror. Filter in the unsettling elements of … [Read more...]
Summer Holiday Spots Not To Miss In Europe
Planning a summer escape in Europe can be an overwhelming task. With so many places to explore, which one should you pick? If you need inspiration, have a look at the ideas below and discover the best destinations to check out. Barcelona, Spain Summer is the perfect time to visit Barcelona, one of Spain’s treasures. It is a great opportunity to revel in the beauty of the city’s architecture. The work of Gaudi will surely be unmissable. You … [Read more...]
Not your regular old haunts: five incredibly spooky spots around the world
For aficionados of ghost-hunting and paranormal activity, here’s a short list of destinations you should visit next. Stories of haunted locations are often met with varying reactions. Naturally, some are skeptical, while others are more accepting of the different sightings and tales, which have come from practically every country on earth. Ghosts and hauntings have been a popular topic in human history. The idea that the dead maintain a … [Read more...]
Best Summer Festivals in Europe, and Where to Stay
PRAGUE United Islands Music Festival, June 22-25 This celebration of world music – now in its 11th year – features fresh names from the European and world club scene, and includes rock, pop, indie, electronic, world, folk and jazz, as well as new music trends and experiments. Held outdoors on Kampa, Prague’s biggest island, and on Střelecký and Slovanský islands, admission is free. The festival continues at night in selected clubs. … [Read more...]
Qatar Airways + Qatar Tourism Authority Offers Free Doha Stopover to Passengers in Transit
DOHA, Qatar – Qatar Airways has launched a unique stopover package in partnership with Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) to promote and market Qatar as a destination of choice for international travelers. The program offers transit passengers the opportunity to discover Doha with free luxury hotel stays and complimentary transit visas. The unique offer is part of a broader campaign called +Qatar that aims to encourage all transit passengers to add … [Read more...]
The art of Damasquinado in Toledo Spain
Damasquinado (Toledo Craft) can be found in many shops in Toledo Spain. While in Toledo, we were “pulled” (seduced) into a workshop where the ancient craft of Damascene is practised. We literally had just checked into our hotel, dropped our bags in the room and headed out to grab a bite to eat. We walked a few steps when I felt a few raindrops hit my head. Of course the umbrellas were in our room but my husband volunteered (aka- was forced) to … [Read more...]
Antequera: Andalucia Spain without the tourists
We say we want an authentic local experience when we travel. But do we? Suburbs and industrial parks are authentic if, by that word, you mean a place where people actually live and work. What we really seek are sights and a slice of life that doesn’t feel produced for the consumption of others. Or maybe all we desire are places not frequented by other tourists. We want to feel we’re having a unique experience, one that hasn’t shown up already … [Read more...]
Corpus Christi is Really Unique!
All I knew about Corpus Christi, Texas, before I visited my step-daughter, Michelle, and her family there this summer was that it was a seaside vacation town on the Gulf of Mexico. I expected to find a typical American beach resort, replete with masses of tourists and messy hedonistic vitality. And, that’s what I found - in part. Corpus Christi certainly deserves its reputation as a fun and entertaining place to vacation. And, despite its size … [Read more...]
Hitchhiking a boat across the Atlantic Ocean
My mission was clear: "Hitchhiking from Austria to America" by land and sea. Sailing across the Atlantic Ocean was the last episode of this first part of my world trip. And there had been moments when I seriously wondered "why the hell am I doing that?" Why should I cover a distance of 2.700 nautical miles on a 38 feet sailing catamaran? What's the point in swinging over a million waves when one can so easily fly over the? Why taking a boat, that … [Read more...]
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