My question is – why the heck not? I suppose being single and living alone for nearly a decade before I got married at age 35 conditioned me to be comfortable in my own company. Nearly all of my friends married and had kids long before I did, so I grew accustomed to them not…
by Alexa Evans Apparently, you can have too much Sauvignon Blanc. Although I am admittedly quite fond of the herbaceous varietal, a taste I obtained while residing in New Zealand, I temporarily called a moratorium on all glasses of glistening white vino until I was certain they would no longer induce spinning rooms. The decision…
“Excuse me, but can you take my photo,” a stranger asked me as I was walking to the National Gallery of Art for an impromptu visit with my friends, French Impressionists Degas, Renoir and Monet. Behind her was the immaculate U.S. Capital, shining in a center of white snow. The sun seemed to have made…
by Sheila Gaspers Rising before the crack of dawn is no easy task for me. But the anticipation of seeing hundreds of colorful balloons dance amidst the clouds against the spectacular backdrop of New Mexico’s Sandia Mountains was a motivating force that could not be ignored. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is a world class…
There are many reasons to visit Croatia. The country’s rich history, beautiful countryside, magical coast, and welcoming people draw thousands of tourists each year. But sidetracking from the standard tour to explore the roads less traveled will bring discoveries that promise to enlighten the heart and palate. My travels would take me to Slavonia, a…
The Plaza Hotel & Casino has had a long and colorful history. Deputing as the Union Plaza Hotel in 1971, the casino property has stood the test of time. Now 40 years and $35 million in renovations later, this celebrated icon is the shining star of Downtown Las Vegas. The property is a big and bold…
Escape the busy city to a place of simplicity: Buttermilk Falls Inn, a 75-acre estate that combines history, modern elegance, country charm, and green amenities. A perfect example of the accommodation trend of Agritourism, Buttermilk Falls Inn maintains organic kitchen gardens and orchards that contribute to the refreshingly “honest” taste the inn’s cuisine has been said to…