There's nothing quite like Christmas in New York. It's a feast for the senses, especially the ears. What's Christmas without caroling? A few years ago, Big Apple Chorus invited me to sing with them at their annual South Street Seaport…
Can you believe it's already Christmastime? Me neither! I adore hunting for interesting and practical gifts-- especially things that made life easier. Here are some great ideas for gifts that will enhance any journey and simplify travel routines. Purse with portable charger As…
I love Antigua, and no that's not just the rum talking. Ha! As if I need to explain why this is a fun little Antiguan adventure. But in case you're looking for reasons to drink some local hooch on this…
Everyone wants to visit Italy in the summer, and who can really blame them? The weather is stunning, the beaches irresistible, and let's not forget gelato! That said, high tourism season is no picnic: hotels rates skyrocket, and you're waiting…
TSA pre-check does alleviate some of the biggest headaches in travel. The line! Taking off your shoes! Cramming your toiletries into a teeny baggie! Fishing out your laptop and emptying your pockets and chugging every last sip of that bottle…
Heading to Memphis? Be sure to visit Sun Studios. I love pop culture and history. At Sun Studios in Memphis, you get a hefty wallop of both. This is the place where rock and roll was invented, literally. Greats like…
I love a good hotel, but sometimes I find the experience limiting. However, renting from a private owner isn’t without its foibles. How do you know the photos will live up to reality? How can you tell if you’re dealing…
Typically, I don't ever like finding myself down a dark alley in a town I don't know at night. Heck, even in a town I do know! But I completely trusted my fixer in Bali, who led me down a…
There's no shortage of unique hotel experiences to have in Europe. Old castles, delicious food and wine, cobblestone streets, a love of art and history-- I can't think of a place in Europe I wouldn't want to visit! Since you're…
When you think French Quarter, quiet, serene and relaxing probably aren't the words popping into your head. While I love a fun night on the town as much as anyone, I'm not 22 anymore (hard to believe, I know) and…