Nicknamed the “Pearl of the Atlantic”, Madeira is a fascinating island surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean. Discovered by the Portuguese in 1418, Madeira offers travelers a wealth of beauty from its stunning coastal backdrop to its culturally rich architecture. What’s more, this Portuguese island enjoys tropical weather twelve months out of the year, making it…
Want to eat well in America? Check out eight notable destinations that consistently do it right, one meal at a time. Portland, Oregon The “Rose City” is one of the most progressive and urbane metropolitan areas in the United States. Portland’s liberal, Pacific Northwest vibe is nowhere more evident than in a vast array of…
I am currently in the early stages of planning another visit to Montreal. Easily one of my favorite destinations in North America (and perhaps the world), this bustling Quebec city offers so much European charm without having to fly on a 5-hour flight across the pond. One of my absolute favorite places to visit in…
Much has been made in the national media about a recently passed ban on short-term rentals in New York City. Some of what you have heard is true but most of it is pure garbage that has been completely overblown. What? You didn’t realize the media sensationalized certain stories to fluff their ratings? First of…
Although I love traveling to new destinations and revisiting old favorites, sometimes the whole process of booking, researching and mapping out my next big adventure can be a bit of a hassle. But now with hundreds of travel apps available for the iPhone, I can do all of the above and more with just a…
With so many travel blogs, it can be a tad bit overwhelming to read them all. I believe at last count there were 43,997 travel blogs. I love my fellow travel nuts and their great posts. So from time to time I love to share a few of their articles with you in hopes that…
When you’re the Senior Editor at Travelocity, most people you meet assume you’ve been everywhere. Also, your friends and family assume you’re available to act as their personal travel agent, but that’s another story for another time. Anyway, as I was saying – people assume I’ve been everywhere, but that’s not true. Don’t get me…
