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…