I have yet to get my kicks on Route 66 but I have got a kick out of Interstates 40, 70, 80, 90, 95, and the beloved I-5 that runs from Southern California through downtown Seattle. I have driven across...

 Eat at E5!   A blend of hipster craftsmanship mixed evenly with some long standing East London traditions has led the London borough of Hackney along with the eastern fringes of Islington to yield...

Indulge in a Taste of Mexico City!   Rich in culture and culinary extraordinaire, Mexico City is one of those places where you'll always find a traditionally good meal. While tequila is meant to...

Every country has its own Christmas traditions, but there is nothing quite like the way Italians celebrate the holidays. Italians don’t do anything half-way. It’s all the way, or nothing, especially in...

Soak up the Ambience in a Finger Lakes Winery!   Looking for something different this holiday season? Want to enjoy the sweet, fresh country air and savor some fine wines? Look to the Finger Lakes...

Congratulations! If you've decided that you want to enjoy a personal life changing adventure, it’s a great accomplishment and a journey in itself. Planning a RTW trip takes time, effort and planning, but...

Ah, Christmas in the UK! In general, Christmas in England and the rest of the UK isn't all that different than what Americans are probably accustomed to. Christmas trees, twinkly lights, candy canes, Santa...

Put a Different Spin on New Year's Eve!   It may not be a typical place to spend the New Year, but ringing in 2013 in Portland could be a fun idea. While crowds form in New York City and London,...

There are many reasons to book a flight to Paris, France; for the romantic ambiance, the rich culture, and of course, the exquisite wine. It's the world's largest wine producer with varieties in flavors...

There are many fine arts to recognize in Barcelona, Spain. There is of course the love of Cava, a delicious sparkling wine enjoyed by Spaniards. There is the love of food like the famous tapas that are shared...

Do it in Front of Barcelona Sunset!   Popping the question in a European city is the sure way to guarantee a yes from your bride to be. Typical places like Paris or Rome may be too easy and may clue...

 Tap into Traditional Scottish Cooking!   Booking a flight to Edinburgh and hoping to try a taste of traditional Scottish fare? An ideal dining destination is Dubh Prais. Pronounced Doo Prash is...

This post was last updated September 20, 2023.  When you think of New York City, what beaches come to mind? Perhaps you’re thinking about taking a weekend getaway on the Jersey Shore, or even Long...

Scene From the 2008 Winter Carnival!   The city’s name “kebec” means in the First Nation Algonquin language “where the river narrows,” referring to where the icy serpentine that is the...