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Spa Review: Doga Thermal Health and Spa, Pamukkale, Turkey
This is a destination that had me exclaiming, "Why didn't anyone ever tell me about this before?" Chances are you've never heard of Pamukkale's travertine slopes even though they tend to overwhelm first-time visitors. What appears to be a sheer cliff of snow rising...
A Seismic Shift Has Occurred in El Salvador: 7 Reasons to Head There Now
For several decades now, El Salvador in Central America has been overlooked by many travelers for several reasons, most of them based on misconceptions. Many still believe the country is unstable and crime-ridden, while others assume it’s too small to offer much to...
When Your Destination is Pricey, Opt for a Less Pricey Duplicate
A May 2026 report on destination duplicates found that travelers can enjoy Zanzibar just as much as the Maldives, while paying 80% less. With millions of vacationers planning their summer breaks, a new study by the small-ship cruise company Sail Croatia reveals the...
Dance Review: Flamenco Dancer Olga Pericet’s ‘Baile Sonoro’
I fell in love with Flamenco in the late 1980s when I was introduced to the robust artistry of Maria Benitez and her company, Maria Benitez Teatro Flamenco. It was with great excitement that I looked forward to her annual performance at the Joyce Theater in New York...
Cruising the Nile in Egypt
Egypt … a land of mystique and enigma … with one foot firmly anchored in the past and the other seeking a secure footing in the future. Egypt is home to a treasure trove of monumental structures. The construction techniques for some are known, but to this day, many...
Travel News and Advice – May 31, 2026
Travel voucher for a canceled flight? Christopher Elliott says no way! The Department of Transportation in the U.S. says airlines must give you a refund for a flight they've canceled or substantially changed. But airlines will try to get you to take a voucher instead,...
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Destinations
A Seismic Shift Has Occurred in El Salvador: 7 Reasons to Head There Now
For several decades now, El Salvador in Central America has been overlooked by many travelers for several reasons, most of them based on misconceptions. Many still believe the country is unstable and crime-ridden, while others assume it’s too small to offer much to...
Hotels, Resorts, Spas
Spa Review: Doga Thermal Health and Spa, Pamukkale, Turkey
This is a destination that had me exclaiming, "Why didn't anyone ever tell me about this before?" Chances are you've never heard of Pamukkale's travertine slopes even though they tend to overwhelm first-time visitors. What appears to be a sheer cliff of snow rising...
Food, Wine, Spirits
Dining in Casablanca, Morocco (including recipe)
Casablanca is a very large, international city on the Atlantic coast of Morocco. It is about one hour Southwest of Rabat, the capital, but it's much more cosmopolitan. It's the country’s main port and the largest financial center in Africa. It also has Morocco’s...
Cruise & Sail
Cruising the Nile in Egypt
Egypt … a land of mystique and enigma … with one foot firmly anchored in the past and the other seeking a secure footing in the future. Egypt is home to a treasure trove of monumental structures. The construction techniques for some are known, but to this day, many...
Museums, Entertainment
Dance Review: Flamenco Dancer Olga Pericet’s ‘Baile Sonoro’
I fell in love with Flamenco in the late 1980s when I was introduced to the robust artistry of Maria Benitez and her company, Maria Benitez Teatro Flamenco. It was with great excitement that I looked forward to her annual performance at the Joyce Theater in New York...
Travel Advice, News
Travel News and Advice – May 31, 2026
Travel voucher for a canceled flight? Christopher Elliott says no way! The Department of Transportation in the U.S. says airlines must give you a refund for a flight they've canceled or substantially changed. But airlines will try to get you to take a voucher instead,...