It usually takes me at least a day to unwind after flying across the country. But relaxation was instantaneous upon arriving at Paws Up, a luxury ranch resort in western Montana, 35 miles from Missoula. Here, nature reigns and stress melts away. Wherever you are on the 37,000 acre property, from horseback riding in vast […]
Category Archives: Food
Authentic Italy: A Tuscany Adventure
Looking for an unforgettable multi-gen vacation? Start with the fact that everyone loves Italy—the food, the culture, the people, and the landscape never fail to enchant. Add to this the quest for authenticity shared by boomers and millennials alike. Toss in a gorgeous hotel in relatively untraveled northern Tuscany, the Renaissance Tuscany Il Ciocco Resort & […]
Miami Beach Getaway: Insider Tips on Hotels & Restaurants
As a long-time visitor to Miami, I’ve seen how it has grown to be a vibrant international city with a thriving arts scene, scores of good eateries from street food to innovative fine dining, all manner of hotels, and of course the big, beautiful beach. This diversity is what makes it such a great destination […]
Off The Beaten Path in New England
Travelers exploring the Northeast corridor from New York to New England shouldn’t miss an off the beaten path halfway-point in central Massachusetts. Encompassing the towns of Southbridge and Sturbridge, this area is conveniently located at the intersection of highways I-90 and I-84, about an hour’s drive from airports in Boston and Providence. Perfect for multi-gen […]
Portugal Cuisine: A Sense of Soul
Traveling to Portugal last fall, I had few expectations about the cuisine. While I always taste local fare when I travel, for health reasons I typically eat vegan-plus-fish. Particularly when visiting the remote, mountainous Serra da Estrala region, located about three hours north of Lisbon, I worried that the food would be too heavy for […]
Jupiter Beach Warm-Up
I have to admit that Jupiter Beach, Florida was barely on my radar before visiting recently for a “winter warm-up” getaway, one of the seasonal packages offered at the 168-room Jupiter Beach Resort & Spa. What makes this four-diamond property special is its secluded yet convenient beachfront location—it’s the only hotel on a stretch of […]