Archive By Destination

Asia

• Malaysia - The opportunity of a lifetime proved to be the experience of a lifetime in our journey to the Far East and the multi-cultured land of Malaysia, where we uncovered the mysteries of friendly hospitality in another world and our introduction to squat toilets.

Caribbean

• Aruba - Flat, casinos and nude beaches. Perfect for some, odd for others.

• Bonaire - Searching for fish with the Chef.

• Curacao - A European city mistakenly crashed right in the middle of the Caribbean.

• Montego Bay, Jamaica - Montego Bay, Jamaica: Where I under booked, over packed and was overexposed.

• St. Georges, Grenada - One of the most beautiful islands in the Caribbean

Central America

Central America: Costa Rica

• San Jose - San Jose, Costa Rica emotes similar feelings of both adventure and a comfortable familiarity.

Central America: Mexico

• Las Villas de Mexico - Finally, a builder gets it right. For us!

Central America: Mexico: Cancun

• Cancun - Janet and Don take a chance to relax, slow down and smell the ocean, as they experience the sights and tastes of Mexico.
• Cancun - A week of firsts with an Eco-Adventure tour of Cancun
• Playa Mujeres - Janet and Don take a chance to relax, slow down and smell the ocean, as they experience the sights and tastes of Mexico.

Central America: Panama

• Panama Canal/Gatun Lake - Exploring the world renowned canal and walking through the jungles by the lake.
• San Blas Island - A complete juxtaposition of economies.

Cruises

• American Queen - Dominick learns a little bit about how to relax while steamboating up a river.

• American Queen - Jazz and Blues Cruise - The best trips start right at the airport. Join our adventurous reporters as they leave New Orleans on a cruise up the Mississippi River in old-fashioned Victorian Style elegance... after a contemporary airline jump.

• Columbia Queen - An easy way to see the Columbia River, end to end.

• Delta Queen - The Delta Queen is so historic, it's unfathomable, it's like riding the Titanic, but without the iceberg issue.

• Radisson Diamond - A departure on the most stable and unique cruise ship out there. The double-hulled Raddison Diamond.

• SilverSea Cruises - What is luxury and why is it that Silversea has surpassed all of our known expectations on service?

• Silversea's Silver Wind - Homecoming on a Silversea cruise ship in the middle of nowhere.

• Windjammer Cruises - Dominique learns to not only sail a ship but to do a bit of knitting and lobster cooking too.

• Windstar Cruises - Windstar Cruises bills itself as, '180 degrees from the ordinary.' Compared to your average cruise line, it certainly is different and outstanding.

Europe

Europe: Denmark

• Copenhagen - Copenhagen during the day isn't as much fun when you're suffering from Jetlag.

Europe: France

• Monaco/Eze - Monaco is more than just royalty, gambling, and glamour. No, I lied -- it pretty much is filled with royalty, gambling, and glamour.
• St. Tropez - St. Tropez is really two parts: the city and the beach.

Europe: Germany

• Berlin - History abounds, sleep awaits

Europe: Greece

• Mykonos - The most completely white city in the world. Painted white, buildings are colored white. It's completely absent of any colors.
• Santorini - A beautiful island, on the rim of a now-dormant volcano. Also the home to fabulous ruins.

Europe: Holland

• Amsterdam - Rainy days abound, sleep still awaits and a wild night is to be had

Europe: Ireland

• Ireland - The wild geese will always return to mother.

Europe: Italy

• Naples - Even though Dominick's family comes from Naples, he might love the museum, but he felt a bit unsafe on the streets.
• Porto Vecchio - With an Italian name, PortoVecchio just tricks you. Is it Italian, or is it French?
• Portoferraio - The island's biggest claim to fame is that it was the exiled home of Napoleon, it also is the home to precious stones and minerals.
• Portovenere - Portovenere, Portofino, Porto this and Porto that... The Cinque Terre (Five Lands) area of Italy is arguably one of the most beautiful areas in all of Italy. The port of Portovenere has buildings which look like they're from a postcard.
• Taormina - Taormina, one of the most beautiful cities in all of Sicily and for that matter, Italy.

Europe: Netherlands

• Amsterdam - Historically Hip Amsterdam ... Where Old Meets New

Europe: Norway

• Alesund - The Venice of Norway, if such a thing exists, the beautiful canals and shops make this a landmark destination.
• Bergen - The most beautiful city in Norway with a mix of history and culture that can't be beat.
• Geiranger - The one place in the world to come to learn what really is a Fjord.
• Gudvagen and Flaam - Good times in Gudvagen and the most scenic railway to nowhere in Norway.
• Hammerfest - The northernmost shopping destination that we've ever been to.
• The North Cape - The toppermost of the northernmost of the highest place in Norway.
• Trondheim - Medievel, Gothic and beautiful, Trondheim is the mix of old and new.

Europe: Switzerland

• Geneva -
• Lucerne - the place I lost my heart ...
• Switzerland -
• Zurich - Off to Zurich, all business...

Europe: Turkey

• Kusadasi - Dominick and Margherita's favorite city in Turkey, especially for Margherita where she loves shopping at the Grand Bazaar.

North America

North America: Canada

• Niagara Falls - A young, newlywedded man survives the ultimate challenge of a lifetime during a shopping excursion in Niagara Falls with his power-shopping wife and La Madre, his dear, sweet, Italian mother-in-law.
• Montreal - Janet and Donald visit the French just up north in Montreal.
• Toronto - With a weekend in Toronto, our review focuses on the restaurants, the shopping.

North America: USA

North America: USA: Alabama

• Mobile - Pushing aside rumours about Mobile, Alabama Dominick gets to the truth of what's fun and exciting to do there.
• Birmingham - Adventure way beyond the Hudson
• Gulf Shores - Why hasn't anybody heard of Gulf Shores yet?
• Montgomery - Where fire tempered the steel
• Point Clear - A special spot for weary spirits... since 1847

North America: USA: Arizona

• Phoenix - With a little bit of this and a little bit of that, our adventure to Phoenix, Arizona proved to be a true taste of heaven, guaranteed to please everyone and leave you relaxed and invigorated.

North America: USA: Arkansas

• Helena - A town of extremes from the home of the blues, to buildings in disrepair to beautiful mansions.

North America: USA: California

• San Francisco - An introduction to San Francisco with jetlag, great food, and a brilliant quote from the author, worthy of Mark Twain.
• Napa - Napa Valley is forever linked to San Francisco and vice versa. It is also linked to good wine, which we learned was any wine which one could drink and not poison themselves.

North America: USA: Colorado

• Grand County - Taking a non-ski, ski weekend spreads the wealth of health without straining the muscles
• Vail, Colorado - Janet gains a little independence and also learns that Vail is more than just a winter destination.

North America: USA: Connecticut

• New Haven - Not just a highway sign but the first hamburger, the first pizza and great museums.
• Brooklyn -
• Essex County - Besides getting used to staying in a bed and breakfast our writers go on a three hour tour to see bald eagles in Connecticut.
• Homespun Farm - A Tale of Two Lodgings
• Mohegan Sun - An escapist holiday in a casino/resort, simply to get away from it all.
• Mystic - Nestled along a river in Connecticut is the small, but quaint

North America: USA: Delaware

• Dover - Our writer goes to Dover to see the Little Creek Inn, Where Pigs Fly, Sewell Biggs, Dover Downs Hotel and other historic sites.
• Rehoboth Beach - Filled with nature preserves, an ocean view, a brewery and beautiful hotels.

North America: USA: Florida

• Cirque Du Soleil - The circus gets updated to the 21st century in this review of Cirque Du Soleil.
• Disney World - Our reporter explores Disney World from the perspective of an older generation and finds it's not just for kids.
• Fort Lauderdale - A mad dash through Fort Lauderdale over the weekend, from Polynesian Reviews to Riverboat Cruises.
• Omni Orlando Resort at Championsgate - Something for everyone
• Panama City Beach - Swimming with dolphins, a relaxing Florida beachfront, tours with the chef and a massage. Who could ask for anything more?
• Rosemary Beach - The hardest story one has to write is one where you have nothing to complain about.
• Sanibel Island - A short, but beautiful respite from the cold New York winter can be found in Fort Myers and Sanibel Island, Florida, complete with a seashell heaven and outdoor haven for creatures of all kinds.
• Sea World - Sea World is usually known for being a land of waters, but even in the middle of a thunderstorm our reporter has some fun.
• Space Coast - The Florida Space coast is more than what's out there, it's what's right here. Discover a place where passion for the environment and space exploration thrive side by side.

North America: USA: Indiana

• Madison - Madison is as all-American as you can get... plus they'll mail you a Christmas Ornament and not ask you to pay for shipping.

North America: USA: Kentucky

• Louisville - How not to get drunk in Louisville while drinking bourbon, and what to do at Churchill Downs.
• Paducah - What is there to love in Paducah? Well, flood walls, little Orphan Annie, and murals.

North America: USA: Louisiana

• Baton Rouge - Cajun food, Cajun dancing, and a little bit of Huey Long thrown in for spice.
• Baton Rouge, Louisiana - A walk through Baton Rouge with a guide re-enactor to enjoy Cajun history and song in a very personal way. Today is the day full day on board the stream boat. Don stayed up almost all night to make the trip last.
• Mardi Gras, New Orleans - Now they did it! They are in the soup. Swirling humanity, unrepentant fun, food to make the taste buds dance and the spirit soar. Don't sleep, don't stop walking, stay up all night. Welcome to the mother of all parties...and the kids too!
• New Orleans - Unfortunately, New Orleans' reputation seems to be exclusively based on the mysteries and debauchery of Mardi Gras.
• Oak Alley - The most beautiful walkway of trees leading up to a historic house. Also, a different plantation in Laura Plantation.
• St. Francisville, Louisiana - Today they learn about the benefits of this cruise, more food, exploration of the boat and a little bit of history. The day is a stew of experience and they got stuffed!
• Vacherie, Louisiana - The steamboat pulls to the side of the river to deposit passengers on a both a plantation tour and a swamp tour. Bring your overcoat and watch out for alligators.

North America: USA: Maine

• Old Orchard Beach - If you're looking for a "family friendly" vacation with fun-filled adventures, shopping and local excursions, then look no farther than Old Orchard Beach, Maine
• Waldo County, Maine -

North America: USA: Maryland

• Washington D.C. - Our nation's capital is not only filled with the world-class museums we have all heard of but great restaurants and hotels too.
• Washington D.C. - A little bit of touring and a lot of different experiences.

North America: USA: Massachusetts

• Boston - How to eat and walk your way through Boston in three days. In our weekend review, we see some historic sites, eat some and walk some more.
• HGI Waltham -

North America: USA: Michigan

• Detroit - Our writer discovers that Detroit is a family fun vacation with amusement parks, baseball games and candy factories.
• Grand Rapids - All I wish is to be back in Michigan again. It’s not my biggest wish actually, but it seemed to be a great intro quote. I had hoped that you would like the rhyme scheme.

North America: USA: Mississippi

• Natchez - Learn about cotton at Frogmore Plantation and the best bar on the Mississippi, the Bar Under the Hill.
• Natchez, Mississippi - Natchez has an unusual view of the river and it has been here almost 200 years. The hill is high but buses provided the way to a house tour that explained more of the economic impact of the war and the strength of the people. History was typically never like this in school: fun a
• Vicksburg - The site of one of the biggest battles of the Gettysburg war with dozens of monuments to show for it.
• Vicksburg, Mississippi - We have all heard of Vicksburg but here our reporters get a different slant with a tour of the Army Corps of Engineers laboratory and a walk through town. When the steamboat leaves, the calliope plays and the world now knows where we are!

North America: USA: Missouri

• Branson - Janet visits Las Vegas of Country Music and sees shows, rodeos, and more...
• New Madrid, Missouri - In 1812 earthquakes hit New Madrid and made for a rather bad day for most of the residents. The town's not been the same since.
• Springfield - Visit Springfield, Missouri to stay in a Mansion and see the history, attractions, caves and animals.

North America: USA: Nevada

• Lake Mead -
• Las Vegas - A little bit of glitz, a little bit of the lights, no gambling... just everything else there is to do in Vegas!
• Las Vegas - A trip to Vegas turns out to be a battle between a man, his mother-in-law and his gambling addict of a grandmother.

North America: USA: New Hampshire

• Mount Washington - To take your family on a rustic adventure reminiscent of your own childhood memories, New Hampshire has all the best pieces to make a new trip down Memory Lane.
• New England - A ten day road trip with just my husband, the GPS unit and a radio that sometimes worked.

North America: USA: New Jersey

North America: USA: New York

• Buffalo - Dominick discovers all of the cultural and culinary diversity that Buffalo has to offer.
• Manchester Inn - Don and Jan discover a Murder Mystery Dinner at a Bed and Breakfast in New Jersey.
• New York City - Janet revisits her New York City roots from the perspective of a tourist.
• North Fork - Janet explores the gardens, B&B and vineyards of Long Island's famous North Fork.
• Ocean Grove -
• Orange County - For a relaxing weekend getaway with wineries, shopping, nightlife entertainment, and even a medieval festival, try Orange County, New York!
• Villa Roma - A family run resort in the catskills that still has that family run intimacy even after decades of growth.

North America: USA: North Carolina

• Outer Banks - For a quiet, calm, and serene retreat in a family-style beach community, look no further than the warm, welcome, and outstretched open arms of the Outer Banks of North Carolina.

North America: USA: Ohio

• Cincinnati -

North America: USA: Oregon

• Portland - A weekend jump to Portland leads them learning that Portland is a city to consider moving to.

North America: USA: Pennsylvania

• Amish Country - Brain overload on 'Train Day'
• Bethlehem - Christmas Displays, Christmas Lights and Crayola factories, oh my...
• Bucks County - Antique shops, flea markets, more antique shops and a few covered bridges and restaurants thrown into the mix.
• Bucks County (in the winter) - More than just B&Bs and crafts, but a couple of things to do in this section of Pennsylvania.
• Cove Haven - Cove Haven is a world famous resort for lovers and honeymooners. In our review we investigate what is the story behind the romance.
• Gettysburg - The Battle is studied from many perspectives.
• PA Dutch County - The Pennsylvania Dutch know how to cook…and eat.
• Philadelphia - The City of Brotherly Love has grown to become a center of modern living, complete with skyscrapers, trendy restaurants and even a growing number of multimedia firms.
• Philadelphia - As we ate our way through Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love proved to be a wonderful and tasty smorgasbord of history, culture, fine dining, and creative entertainment -- only a hop, skip, jump, and a 2 ˝-hour ride from New York City.
• Valley Forge - Freedom must be defended every hour, every day, every season, every year.
• Western Lancaster - Staying at the Maytown Bed and Breakfast, our reviewer discusses the differences between a hotel and a bed and breakfast.
• Woodloch Pines - Despite a blizzard, Woodloch Pines turns out to be a great inclusive family resort, run by the same family for almost fifty years.

North America: USA: Rhode Island

• Newport - The entire city is the perfect set for, 'Lifestyles of The Rich and Famous (of the early 1900s)'.
• Providence - Small State, Big Heart

North America: USA: Tennessee

• Nashville - Searching for a unique American Cultural identity? Our writer finds it within the city limits of Nashville.
• Chattanooga - A family friendly destination and an adventure in rediscovering Dominick's Grandma's wedding history.
• Memphis - The city of blues, music, Elvis and ribs. An adventure in the path of W.C. Handy, to Martin Luther King to Peabody Ducks.
• Opryland - True, 'down home,' southern hospitality at its finest can be found in one of Country Music's oldest living legends, Opryland. Just don't ask them for Iced Tea, or expect to have the last word. But they do it with a smile, so you may get used to it!

North America: USA: Texas

• San Antonio - An exploration into what makes Texans unique, the heat of Texas and the odd adventures of Mojitos and Pool Attendants.
• Waco - "Why Waco?" you may ask. For the Dr Pepper Museum, the Cameron Zoo, the historic houses, and more and more...
• Amarillo, Texas - A trip for the city girl Janet, to discover what it's like in the wild Texan country.

North America: USA: Utah

• Brian Head Resort - Why should you go skiing in Utah? Our reporter fell in love with the place and has written a love letter about skiiing at Brian Head.
• Green Valley Spa - Who would go to a spa to relax and yet still hike in the mountains every day?
• Red Mountain Spa - This is the place to change yourself.

North America: USA: Vermont

• Woodstock, Vermont - A snowy escape up north.

North America: USA: Virginia

• Alexandria, Virginia - Stuck in a blizzard, in the middle of a Alexandria, Janet sees the culinary and historic delights of the town.
• Colonial Williamsburg - Take a step back into the 1700s in Colonial Williamsburg for a living history lesson on how our ancestors lived during this era.
• Fairfax - Guns, Chocolate and American History
• Hampton and Phoebus, Virginia - Recently named an All America city, Hampton (and the little town of Phoebus within it) is easily one of the best cities around with a culture and flair all its own.
• Newport News - Any history fanatic would be in seventh heaven in Newport News, and even those who slept through history classes would be entertained and excited to see this wonderful town.
• Norfolk - Complete with a spicy nightlife, top-quality cuisine, waterside attractions and more, Norfolk is an exciting, lively, thriving city with a pulse all its own and an addicting flavor and style, similar to the Big Apple itself, which is the best compliment in my book.
• Richmond - Richmond has a rich history with efforts in place to preserve its legends and remind us of our heritage.
• Virginia Beach -

North America: USA: West Virginia

• Greenbrier - Janet and Donald are introduced to 'The Greenbrier' a hotel with a 300 year old reputation for quality and elegance that 'meet or exceeds' the best of Europe. In fact it's, a hotel that could have you asking the questioning, 'what is in your basement?'
• Lewisburg - A small town with big city attitudes: night-life, dinner theatre and a history to match.
• Morgantown - They take a trip through West Virginia into Appalachia and discover a world hidden among the mountains: a college bigger then most cities, clean air and friendly people with hearts big enough to love it all and still have room for visitors.
• Parkersburg - Touring the northern section of West Virginia involves, biking, glass factories, historic mansions, and even a side trip to Ohio.
• Pocahontas County - Adventure starts here: Droop Mountain, a scat exhibit, road kill cooking, and the mountaintop phenomenon of 'Snowshoe Mountain' and attend a Mountain Stage concert. Don utilizes his professional eating skills to become a judge at a chili contest.

North America: USA: Wisconsin

• Milwaukee - Valuable research for a small price.
• Milwaukee, Wisconsin - “Schlemiel, Schlimazel....Move over Laverne and Shirley, Milwaukee has grown up and moved on without you.”

South America

South America: Colombia

• Cartagena, Colombia - Running into Cartagena, and running the hell out.