A Two Part Series of Discovery (Stay-Tuned) My first visit to Ecuador was nearly eight years ago. My trip at that time focused on experiencing the magnificent Galapagos Islands on Ecuador’s Pacific Coast; the islands are truly an eco-paradise, easily one of the world’s greatest treasures that should be on everyone’s bucket list. But Ecuador is…
The other night I attended a San Francisco press event featuring two chefs toquing it out for the title of Olive Chef. In one corner of restaurant newbie, Txoko, we had all the way from Washington D.C., Iron Chef America champion, Katsyua Fukushima. In the other corner was home-town fave, Chef Ian Begg, one of…
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…
When one thinks of Viriginia, places like Williamsburg, Richmond or Alexandria come to mind. But less than two hours from Interstate 95, you will discover one of the nation’s oldest and culturally vibrant destinations – the historic seaport city of Norfolk, Virginia. This beautiful waterfront community has changed a great deal over the last 400…
The Gaylord Company, now four properties strong, has once again outdone itself with the spectacular Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in the heart of our nation’s power center on the shores of the majestic Potomac River. Location, Location, Location…is the distinguishing feature of this three year young waterfront oasis. The convergence of the Mid-Atlantic’s key geographic areas…
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 Resort, singer Gloria Estefan’s latest successful venture. The boutique property is a divine detour from the crazy buzz of…
My love affair with St. Simons Island, Georgia is renewed with each visit. Living the island life is about exploration & experimentation. Here are a few delightful “Off the Beaten Path” Recommendations: Sandcastle Cafe & Grill – Local DIVE Extraordinaire for over 20 + years! You have hit the mother lode when you have opted for the breakfast buffet….