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The Big Houston Surprise(s) I wasn’t expecting to see a string quartet performing near the arrival gate when we deplaned in Houston. Instead, I had anticipated oilmen in cowboy boots and rabid sports fans. The music was a pleasant surprise. This wasn’t my first visit to Bayou City, but it was the first time my…
Great Getaways: Washington’s Olympic National Park I know it’s only March, but if you’re like me, you’re already thinking about potential summer travel destinations. In fact, it’s none too soon for popular locations, such as Olympic National Park in Washington State. My extended family gathered here last July, and we had a wonderful time hiking,…
Aboard Delfin, Afloat in Peru Amazon River cruising didn’t sound all that appealing when my friend Nina Fogelman first mentioned it to me. In fact, just the words “Amazon River” conjured up visions of intense humidity, large bugs, and trees dripping with anacondas. However, I sat up and took notice when I clicked on the…
Where in the World Will You Celebrate NYE? Where will you be on December 31? If this is your year to think outside the box and do something different, here are some intriguing options: Fogo Island, Canada Fogo Island Inn sits on an island, off an island, off one of the four corners of…
In Search of “Old Hawaii” on the Big Island The names of some places belie their true nature, but this isn’t the case with Hawaii Island Retreat. Looking very much like a Hawaiian monarch’s palace, the boutique hotel sits alone on a cliff overlooking the North Kohala coast. Access from the nearest highway — two…
Best in Travel for Foodies We travel to have new experiences, to explore other cultures, to learn, and — of course — to have fun. Each of us has our own specific passion — wildlife, shopping, performing arts — but we share an interest in trying new foods. Food and travel. It’s a natural…
The Best of Authentic Seattle When you think of Seattle what pops into your mind? The Space Needle? Salmon? The Emerald City is chockablock with iconic images representing things to do and places to eat and sleep. So many things, in fact, that it’s hard to pick and choose among the options. I’ve lived in…
Well Planned & Thoroughly Enjoyed Peru rose to the top of my bucket list this past spring, so I did what I always do before planning a trip to a new destination — I bought a guidebook and started reading. Then I took my “top ten” list and surfed the Web. The result? Massive confusion.…
San Francisco with Kids “Really? San Francisco with all of us?” I pay attention when our daughter makes trip suggestions. She’s an experienced traveler with great ideas, but this one sounded a little dicey — considering that all of us includes a first grader. “Won’t she be bored?” I queried. What followed confirmed my long-held…
Family-Friendly Fiji “It’s the first real holiday we’ve had since the kids were born,” an Australian woman said to me as she watched her daughter run into the outstretched arms of a smiling Fijian woman. We were sitting on adjacent day beds around the Serenity Pool at Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort in Fiji. Nearby, stately…
Getting to Know Cannery Row The California coast is home to more than a few world-class travel destinations. I thought I knew them all until we recently spent a few days in Monterey’s Cannery Row. This colorful district of about 20 square blocks is located two hours south of San Francisco and five hours north…
New Year, New You: Cast Away Your Cares on Catalina You decorated, you entertained, you were a great guest — and now that the holidays are over you deserve self time and some serious pampering. In a perfect world, you found a gift certificate for a spa in Tuscany under the tree — but, failing…
The Beverly Hills Hotel An Authentic Gem Planning a retreat during the hectic holiday season? You won’t find a more perfect spot than the Beverly Hills Hotel. The “pink” palace, situated atop 12 acres of prime real estate in the rarefied 90210 zip code, has long welcomed guests accustomed to pampering. Built in 1912, the…
Travel Editor Elizabeth Hansen taps a local expert to explore the Ecuadorian capital