Travel Stories for Women, by Women
Hospitality runs deep at The Harraseeket Inn. Two histories – one of place and one of heart – collide to create a story reminiscent of a Hallmark Channel mini-series. Generations follow a destiny fueled in by part genetics and in […]
Rocket science, surfing and plenty of sunshine top the list for this popular Florida vacation hot spot. Since the opening of the Kennedy Space Center 50 years ago, Florida’s Space Coast has exploded in terms of population and economic growth.The […]
For many years, visitors to Central Florida have longed for an upscale retreat in the beautiful and beloved city of Winter Park. The longings were finally met with the unveiling of The Alfond Inn, a tribute to refined hospitality and […]
Swing into summer with an escape to charming Delray Beach, a Florida coastal gem just an hour north of Miami. June 2011 kicks off the town’s 100 year birthday bash – The Pineapple Centennial – a three month party celebrating […]
A special find awaits the weary soul in need of a restful retreat and the healing powers of the sun and sea. Travel just a few hours by car – 3 hours north of Miami and 2 hours east of Orlando – to the lovely town of Vero Beach to experience Costa d’ Este Beach […]
There is a time and place for everything. I recently returned from a week’s stay at a challenging “boot-camp” where I hiked, swam, and worked out non-stop, surviving on only 1200 calories a day (no coffee or wine) and was […]
Location and how to get there: The hotel is located in the heart of Athens, on Constitution Square, opposite the Parliament House. Just 27 kilometers (approximately 45 minutes) from Eleftherios Venizelos, the new Athens International Airport. Number of rooms: 321 […]
Location and how to get there: Rising 42 stories above Mongkok, the 5 star Langham Place Hotel is situated in the vibrant heart of Kowloon peninsula offering authentic sights, sounds and the best shopping right at your doorstep. Fly into […]
by Jayme Lamm Hotels are usually one of two scenes — ornately historic or ultra modern. To pull off either of those vibes throughout every inch of a property is beyond challenging and I’ve only seen it done successfully a […]
No need to cross the pond to the Continent or fly south to Latin America for an idyllic international escape. South Florida offers plenty of sunshine and sizzle, day and night, as well as a vibrant ethnic makeup to satisfy one’s desire […]
Georgia welcomes thousands of visitors to its coast each year. The natural beauty and the rich history of its barrier islands, treasured living sanctuaries, are important to the Georgia Coast’s continued universal tourism appeal and year-round draw. St. Simons Island is counted among Georgia’s four barrier islands that […]
by Felicia Kamriani About an hour north of Manzanillo Airport and two hours south of Puerto Vallarta lies the serenely decadent getaway of Costa Careyes, or Turtle Coast. This breathtaking oasis, consisting of the 48-room El Careyes Beach Resort, charming […]
Think summertime in Gstaad, where the living is easy. Glitterati on the slopes give way to verdant mountains, field flowers galore and a low-key quiet glamour. Some say that to holiday in Gstaad one must “be rich-but also discreet.” Poppycock. […]
“You want me to go down where?” I asked, peering into the deep, black hole descending before me into the ground. I shaded my eyes against the sun and squinted some more, hoping in vain that I’d see the bottom […]
The type of dancing that I do is Israeli Folk Dancing. But the movements are nothing like what you might have seen at a wedding or bar mitzvah. While International Folk Dancing strives to be as authentic and traditional as […]
Closing out 2020 on a good sane note, with a hopeful return to normalcy by the new year, is my holiday wish for all. The past months have been draining and downright depressing. We are desperately in need and deserving […]
I consider myself a lucky one whenever I connect with Mother Nature and her magical creations. My visit to Crystal River on Florida’s West Coast only heightened my sense of privilege. Crystal River is a charming Old Florida town of […]
River cruising is now a widely popular travel option for exploring Europe’s quaint villages and historic treasures. There are many companies that offer competitively priced escape packages, but only a few that will truly deliver an enriching and intimate experience. […]
The tranquil beauty and charm of Boothbay Harbor, a boating mecca, extends beyond the harborfront village and marina to a pristine and private paradise amidst stately spruces perched on a hillside of verdant green. No… not heaven… but heavenly. At […]
Tampa Bay has stepped up its game over the last ten years rivaling nearby St. Petersburg in terms of shopping, arts, entertainment and dining. It is no doubt that it would take more than a weekend to unlock all that the […]