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Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, Africa
In their haunting 1965 song, Simon & Garfunkel sang soulfully of “The Sounds of Silence.” These were only poetic words to me until my trip to Zimbabwe, when I felt the full weight of those words as we drove along a rutted dirt road in Hwange National Park. It was...
Arizona’s Verde Canyon Railroad
While in Sedona, Arizona in July, I decided to try out the nearby Verde Canyon Railroad trip. Less than a half hour drive from Sedona and less than a 10-minute drive from Cottonwood, the train's hacienda-style depot complex includes an outdoor bar that sells both...
Why Drowning Rarely Looks Like Drowning
Summer is a season of family vacations, backyard pool parties, lake trips, and afternoons at the beach. It's also one of the most dangerous times of year for children around water. While many parents believe they would recognize someone in distress, water safety...
Exploring the Canadian Rockies
Before setting off from Calgary and heading west toward the mountains, I spent the morning exploring the downtown area. The city has quite interesting examples of modern architectural designs - impressive skyscrapers - that blend seamlessly into a well-organized city...
Cruising Caledonia: Discover the Beauty and Spirit of Scotland Aboard European Waterways’ Scottish Highlander Barge
A leisurely canal cruise on European Waterways’ luxury barge The Scottish Highlander is the ideal way to explore northern Scotland’s scenic Great Glen and famed Loch Ness Following our unforgettable first inland waterway cruise in France aboard the luxury floating...
Theater Review: Jeremy Jordan in ‘Just In Time’ on Broadway
"Just In Time" is a Broadway musical that chronicles the life of singer Bobby Darin. It opened on April 26, 2025 with Jonathan Groff in the lead role. Jonathan conceived of the musical years ago before it finally hit the Great White Way. His performance and the show...
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Destinations
A Perfect Day in Turks and Caicos
A daytime-to-dinner itinerary pairing cliffside calm, Italian-Caribbean flavors, catamaran cruising, and a decadent oceanfront finale. There are days in Turks and Caicos when the best plan is to resist overplanning. Pick a beautiful place to settle in, let lunch...
Hotels, Resorts, Spas
Hotel Review: Blissed Out in the Mexican Caribbean – Palmaia House of Aia
A Conde Nast Traveler readers’ poll ranked Palmaia: House of Aia the number one destination spa in the world. Discover why – and the reasons it is not simply another resort with a spa The news reached me only after I had spent three glorious days at...
Food, Wine, Spirits
Restaurant Review: Mikla, Istanbul, Turkey
A bit of Scandinavia in Constantinople/Istanbul I didn’t know that Istanbul, like Rome, was built on seven hills. Now, ascending a labyrinth of narrow streets, I became keenly aware of that. It was a grey November afternoon, and I was scheduled to meet with Mehmet...
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
Watch Out For Concert and Event Ticket-Buying Scams
During summer concert season, fans often splurge on everything from tickets to VIP perks, backstage access, and exclusive experiences. Whether heading to Lollapalooza and jazz festivals or some of the biggest artists on tour, including Coldplay, Harry Styles, and...