I love a little friendly competition. But on this trip to Boston, I got more than I bargained for. Italia Unita hosts a huge annual festival, celebrating all things Italian. Yes, even a sausage eating contest. After getting an up close…
Raise your hand if you've daydreamed about strolling the streets of Paris! You'd window shop, then relax at a cafe sipping coffee and savoring pastry. You'd dress stylishly, having finally found the perfect pair of shoes that can withstand a…
There seems to be a dating app or website for every type of person. So why not make one for National Parks? Until someone creates Tinder for travelers, I’m showcasing some of the lesser known parks here. Read their profile…
It may be the New Yorker in me, but I love taking the subway when I travel. That said, getting your bearings in a new mass transit system can be so overwhelming. Sometimes it feels like you're the only person…
Provincetown remains Cape Cod’s most popular vacation destination. As they say, even the Pilgrims came here first. Today, it's one of America's best cities for whale watching, beaches, delving into US history, the arts, and LGBT travel. On my last…
If you ask me, dad trips have been grossly underrepresented! He’s the one who taught you drive, who wrestled with you and put you in headlocks even with mom’s disapproval. He’s the one that told you, “honey, he’s no good…
Are you a mountains or water person? At this Swiss restaurant, you don't need to pick! Chef Reto Mathis gets to call this sunny plateau above St. Moritz his office. Lucky! Located in the middle of the popular Salastrains ski area, I'm unsure I've ever eaten…
With nearly 140 breweries, you’ll find one of the country’s most prolific beer scenes in San Diego. From sprawling beer gardens to pint-sized tasting rooms, there’s no shortage of great places to enjoy a brewski. Here are five places to…
I'd always dreamed of visiting Machu Picchu. This mysterious, breathtaking and inconceivably built city will inspire awe in any person lucky enough to visit. That is so long as it isn't swathed in fog on the day you arrive like it…
People used to visit Vegas to gamble, sip free drinks and fill up at all-you-can-eat buffets. These days, Las Vegas boasts some of the best dining in the world. From celebrity chef-driven, fine dining to former Rat Pack haunts and…