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Travel News and Advice – April 30, 2026
TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. This program is now available at more than 60 U.S. airports with hands-free security lanes that can save you time. I wouldn't show up at the airport without a Real I.D. or passport, though. You never know when the system might be down....
Limoncello and Cookies
In a previous life, I must have been Italian from southern Italy, as I happen to absolutely love dipping biscotti in my espresso coffee and a sip of limoncello afterwards. The Fabrizia Lemon Baking Company was kind enough to provide some irresistible baked goods, all...
Hotel Review: Mandarin Oriental Hotel Ritz, Madrid, Spain
The five star hotel category offers the affluent traveler a wide range of luxurious experiences from the opulence of large properties to the intimacy of boutique hotels or the creature comforts of the resort/spa, all carrying the same hotel class designation but all...
Monet Exhibits in France, San Francisco, and Tokyo to Commemorate 100 Years Since His Death
Impressionist Claude Monet is one of the most celebrated painters in history. He's a favorite of people who aren't even art connoisseurs. This year marks the 100th anniversary of his death, so there are quite a few celebrations and exhibits in France, as well as one...
Musty Suitcase Got You Down?
Let's face it: between damp swimsuits, sweaty clothes, and even worse socks, our bags can get downright unbearably smelly. This is especially true if you're traveling with kids or teenagers. So, what's the solution? I got a sample of Arm & Hammer's Odor Busters to...
Carnegie Hall Unveils Judy Garland’s “Lucky Jacket”
I had the privilege of attending a special event at Carnegie Hall on April 16, 2026 to celebrate the return of a jacket Judy Garland wore during her legendary April 23, 1961 concert at the venue that has been called the greatest concert of all time. Many luminaries...
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Destinations
Hate Crowds? Here’s the Skinny on the World’s Most Crowded Cities
According to the 2026 Overtourism Index, Santorini, Greece, is the world’s most overcrowded city. As protests against mass tourism are spreading from Barcelona to Bali, a new report by the digital entertainment platform JB.com shows where international travelers...
Hotels, Resorts, Spas
Hotel Review: Mandarin Oriental Hotel Ritz, Madrid, Spain
The five star hotel category offers the affluent traveler a wide range of luxurious experiences from the opulence of large properties to the intimacy of boutique hotels or the creature comforts of the resort/spa, all carrying the same hotel class designation but all...
Food, Wine, Spirits
Limoncello and Cookies
In a previous life, I must have been Italian from southern Italy, as I happen to absolutely love dipping biscotti in my espresso coffee and a sip of limoncello afterwards. The Fabrizia Lemon Baking Company was kind enough to provide some irresistible baked goods, all...
Cruise & Sail
Boating Safely on July 4th
Have you ever watched the July 4th fireworks from the deck of your boat? What could be better, right? A clear view of the over-the-water fireworks show. A sky filled with colors. Before you watch the display, you might fire up the grill for hamburgers and hot dogs....
Museums, Entertainment
Monet Exhibits in France, San Francisco, and Tokyo to Commemorate 100 Years Since His Death
Impressionist Claude Monet is one of the most celebrated painters in history. He's a favorite of people who aren't even art connoisseurs. This year marks the 100th anniversary of his death, so there are quite a few celebrations and exhibits in France, as well as one...
Travel Advice, News
Travel News and Advice – April 30, 2026
TSA PreCheck Touchless ID. This program is now available at more than 60 U.S. airports with hands-free security lanes that can save you time. I wouldn't show up at the airport without a Real I.D. or passport, though. You never know when the system might be down....