Destination Review: Spain: Sparkling Costa Del Sol
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Destination Review: Spain: Sparkling Costa Del Sol

by Karla Erovick The Costa del Sol is the most amazing 150 kilometers of beautiful beaches, sparkling azure seas and sun drenched sand. It is the perfect destination for the Diva who is in search of the perfect climate and beach vacation. Located in the Andalucia region of Spain, it combines white-washed towns with Moorish…

Destination Review: Nevada, USA: The Mesquite Mystique
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Destination Review: Nevada, USA: The Mesquite Mystique

by Bobbie Green Along Nevada’s I-15 corridor, you will find the blooming little town of Mesquite. As tourism goes, it is still a clandestine destination—making it all the more wonderful for those who have already discovered it. Mesquite was founded as a Mormon farming community over 100 years ago along the Virgin River in a…

Destination Review: Oxford, UK: An American Girl’s Guide to the City of Dreaming Spires
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Destination Review: Oxford, UK: An American Girl’s Guide to the City of Dreaming Spires

by Christie O’Keefe A mere ₤10 bus fare and 90 minute ride from central London lies the ancient university city of Oxford. Often neglected by guidebooks and passed over by travelers, Oxford offers a slice of English culture and history dating back to the 8th century. It is, of course, most famous for being the…

Destination Review: South Carolina: Tasting Charleston
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Destination Review: South Carolina: Tasting Charleston

Each year, millions of people visit Charleston, South Carolina hoping to catch a glimpse of Southern life—enjoying carriage rides through the historic district, shopping at the old slave market, or touring the plantations and other historical sites. In addition to these old favorites, the ‘Holy City’ is embracing its heritage with a new array of…

Destination Review: Atlanta: A Definite Girl’s Getaway Weekend
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Destination Review: Atlanta: A Definite Girl’s Getaway Weekend

I’ve visited Atlanta more than a dozen times over the last decade, but on a recent visit with a couple of my favorite girlfriends, I experienced a different side of the Southern city. The decision to go was last minute; one of my friends was planning a trip to Atlanta, and asked two of us…

Destination Review: Istanbul, Turkey: All That Glitters Scoping Jewelry in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar
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Destination Review: Istanbul, Turkey: All That Glitters
Scoping Jewelry in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar

by Katherine Ainsworth As a consummate traveler and lover of all variety of adornment, I make a point of delving into the jewelry scene anywhere I go—from the streets of New York City to China and many places in between. But on my recent visit to Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, I hit the jackpot. The Grand…