In order to truly appreciate the history of Phoenix, it’s necessary to harken back to a time before there was a Phoenix. Fortunately, a popular heritage event makes it possible each year… by celebrating the town’s origins as a ranching and gold mining center.
Officially, the nickname of Phoenix, Arizona, is “Valley of the Sun.” And, depending upon whom you ask, you might also hear the metropolis referred to as “PHX,” “the 602,” “P-Town” or “Bird City.” But unofficially, given the number of exhibits, archives, institutions and galleries that populate the place, Phoenix would certainly be deserving of a […]
Since it’s my birthday as I’m writing this, I wanted to offer a few suggestions for creating an extra-special birthday adventure for yourself or a loved one – taking the basic travel premise and adding something memorable and remarkable for once you reach your destination.
New Orleans is one of most colorful and fascinating of our destination cities. With a history dating back nearly 300 years and an incredible confluence of different cultures, The Crescent City is a remarkable place that ensures visitors return home with memories to last a lifetime. Here’s a look at the evolution of this premier […]
Travel during the holidays can often turn even the jolliest soul into a Grinch. That’s because the tight schedules, the number of travelers and increased stress levels are an ingredients for a recipe that no one wants to unwrap. Fortunately, taking a few precautionary steps – on the presumption you’ve already booked your travel arrangements […]
No matter whether you go to Williamsburg for this history or the shopping, the attractions or the scenery, there is one thing you always count on in this landmark city: phenomenal food. Restaurants abound, serving up a variety of cuisines and meeting virtually every budget. Here’s a rundown of our culinary adventure as we ate […]
Madison, Wisconsin, is one of four state capitals that are named for U.S. Presidents. Now, our fourth President, James Madison, was known for a lot of things. He has been called the Father of the Constitution, for his contributions to that historic document. He co-authored The Federalist Papers, which helped convince the states to ratify […]
Among our different travel destinations, I have a few favorites. A family vacation when I was 7 years old left me with fond memories of Anaheim. A few years later, we visited Niagara Falls, which was incredible. I had a great time on a college trip to Reno. And I’ve spent a lot of time […]
While there is much to do in Lake Tahoe – from golf to skiing to simply soaking up the scenery – to satisfy your taste of adventure, this incredible spot on the Nevada-California border is also a dynamite place to satisfy your taste buds. There are numerous eateries to choose from, but here are our […]
For many people, business travel is a necessary evil – and one that comes with all sorts of secondary behaviors, such as sleeping on planes, constantly packing constantly for trips and remaining riveted to your phone, tablet or smartwatch device. After all, the best-laid plans can quickly go awry if there’s a delay or unforeseen […]
