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Day of the Dead in Nayarit, Mexico: From Mountain Traditions to Celebrations by the Pacific
From Náayeri traditions in the Sierra Madre and candlelit streets in Jala to Catrina parades in Sayulita and beachfront celebrations at Riviera Nayarit resorts, Mexico’s Pacific state offers travelers many ways to experience Día de Muertos. Located on Mexico’s Pacific...
Hotel Review: The Imperial Hotel Tokyo, Japan
The legendary grande dame of Tokyo, Japan, The Imperial Hotel, was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and built as a low-rise building across the street from the park of the Imperial Palace, within walking distance of everything important in the city. The Imperial Hotel...
From Neon Boneyard to Omega Mart: Las Vegas At Its Weirdest Best
Where Vintage Neon Meets Modern Magic I’ve been to Las Vegas more times than I can count, but this trip wasn’t about chasing the familiar. It was about rediscovering the city - peeling back the neon, nostalgia, and nonstop noise to find the places and experiences that...
Travel News and Advice – September 15, 2026
Hurricane Lowell. At least two people are dead in Hawaii after Hurricane Lowell hit, and there has been significant damage, especially on the island of Kauai. Amazon cargo plane crashes in Miami. Five people died and five more were injured when an Amazon cargo plane...
Photo Essay: Dresden, Germany
Dresden is the capital city of Saxony in Germany. Situated on the River Elbe, it's famous for its Baroque and Rococo architecture. Unfortunately, most of the original buildings were destroyed during World War II, but they have been carefully reconstructed to look as...
The Castles of Saxony, Germany
Saxony is a region in Eastern Germany that borders Poland and the Czech Republic, and it has no shortage of extraordinary castles and palaces. Meanwhile, read my story on Dresden's most luxurious hotel, and see my photo essay of Dresden, which is the capital of...
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Destinations
The Ultimate Guide to Fall in Westchester County, New York: Foliage, Flavors, and Festivities
Westchester County’s fall calendar is packed with standout experiences, from continued America 250 celebrations to iconic Halloween traditions and seasonal festivals. Just north of New York City, visitors can experience the best of the season with apple picking,...
Hotels, Resorts, Spas
Hotel Review: The Imperial Hotel Tokyo, Japan
The legendary grande dame of Tokyo, Japan, The Imperial Hotel, was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright and built as a low-rise building across the street from the park of the Imperial Palace, within walking distance of everything important in the city. The Imperial Hotel...
Food, Wine, Spirits
Solar dos Nunes Restaurant, Lisbon, Portugal
Whenever I travel to a foreign city, I try to unearth a new restaurant that serves good, fresh, fairly traditional food. Ethnic cooking is one of my passions, and I love to indulge at every opportunity. The awards wall at Solar does Nunes. Photo by Manos Angelakis....
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
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...
Travel Advice, News
Travel News and Advice – September 30, 2026
FlyDubai near crash today. A FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing Saudi Arabia today after one pilot stabbed the other and tried to crash the plane in an alleged hijack attempt. AI air fraffic control? Yep. The FAA in the U.S. is rolling...