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Restaurant Review: Harpoon Willy’s, Robbinsville, New Jersey
Barbara and I decided to visit relatives we had not seen for a number of years. They live in a community near Trenton which is almost a 2-hour drive from us. A friend who lives halfway between us and our relatives told us about a new restaurant - Harpoon Willy’s of...
São Simão, Brazil: Rising Above The Depths
As my small fishing skiff skimmed over the vast expanse of Lake Azul in the tiny city of São Simão on the Goiás and Minas Gerais border in Brazil, I was unaware that beneath these impressive waters lie the ruins of an old settlement once inhabited by diamond miners...
Travel News & Advice – March 31, 2025
Countries issue unprecedented travel advisories about visiting the U.S. In light of what's happening in the U.S. right now, such as refusing to allow people into the country who believe they have taken care of the appropriate paperwork, several countries are advising...
Dolly Parton Wines? Yep!
Who knew? Dolly Parton is not only a beautiful woman and a legendary country singer and songwriter, actress, and philanthropist - she is also an international wine company! Her company announced that her Parton Family Cellars is expanding by adding a 2023 California...
On Top of Oslo, Norway
When I recently returned to Oslo, I was greeted by the familiar cultural and historic sights, from the prominent royal palace to the modern and distinct Scandinavian architectural facades that are reflections of Nordic-inspired tradition and lifestyle....
Are Celebrity Wines Worth the Hype?
From the rolling vineyards of Provence to the luxury Champagne houses of France, celebrities are turning their star power into wine brands. But do these bottles offer more than just a famous name on the label? Wines and celebrities are an iconic match. Both evoke a...
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Destinations
On Top of Oslo, Norway
When I recently returned to Oslo, I was greeted by the familiar cultural and historic sights, from the prominent royal palace to the modern and distinct Scandinavian architectural facades that are reflections of Nordic-inspired tradition and lifestyle....
Hotels, Resorts, Spas
Hotel Review: The Historic Brown Hotel, Louisville, Kentucky
There are buildings that stand and watch as the environment surrounding them changes … and changes again. Many of their neighbor buildings come and go, and their neighborhoods fall, become insignificant, and rise again. Such is the case with the Brown Hotel in...
Food, Wine, Spirits
How to Store Food in the Fridge to Avoid Illness
Shelfy CEO and Co-founder, Paolo Ganis, has provided us with these simple tips to optimize food storage in your fridge. Learn how to keep your produce fresh and nutritious for longer as follows: Set the temperature between 39°F and 43°F to slow down ripening and...
Cruise & Sail
How to Get The Most Out of Your River Cruise
River cruises are among the most popular forms of vacation, offering virtually every amenity available on larger cruise ships but at an affordable price. They also feature enticing, unique itineraries often unavailable with their bigger rivals. My favorite river...
Museums, Entertainment
A Blast From the Past: Temptations and Four Tops Coming to NJPAC
What a lovely blast from the past! Motown legends The Temptations and The Four Tops practically defined popular American music in the late 1950s and 1960s, along with the other performers on the Motown roster. They will be in concert at the New Jersey Performing Arts...
Travel Advice, News
Travel News and Advice – April 15, 2025
New route for the Orient Express. Belmond’s Venice Simplon-Orient Express has added a new route originating in Paris and traveling through the French countryside and then through Tuscany. Sounds divine. If you do this, please let me know! Another luxury train...