From Royal Windsor to Oxford, the cities and towns of the Thames Valley make perfect day trips by train from London. Castles, historic pubs, and iconic sites await.  No…

It took five years and  six trips to Rome before I went inside the Colosseum. I was resistant. What made me change my mind?  The opportunity to take the  Walks…

Christmas is a time of tradition and flavors of home. When I was growing up a favorite Christmas treat was my grandmother’s delicious rum cake with a decadent sauce that…

Discover an authentic European Christmas market in Wisconsin at Osthoff Resort. Shop 100+ vendors for German crafts, ornaments, and traditional holiday foods.

 Experience the magic of European Christmas markets from the comfort of a river cruise ship. From seasonal treats to cozy holiday celebrations with fellow travelers, the answer is YES, this…

Updated: 2026  Highway 1 through Big Sur is open! You can now drive all the way from Ragged Point to Monterey.  There are scenic drives, and then there’s California’s Highway…

I like to refer to coffee as a universal beverage. The pleasure you experience upon waking up to the smell of coffee is the same, no matter where you are…

 In a world that is increasingly disconnected from nature and what sustains us comes from a supermarket, there’s a growing appreciation for food and wines originating from small farms; places…