Category Travel
Where have you been all my life? I don’t know who originally said it, but we’ve all had a moment where we’ve thought it. That iconic question rolled through my brain as I wandered around our Saturday brunch spot. My… Continue Reading →
Most of the time a hotel is a place to lay your head for a few nights, maybe a week at the most. However, in recent years, hotel brands became aware of the need for properties that cater to longer… Continue Reading →
My adorably pregnant, bandana-clad server, Rebecca said, “I’m amazed how many people don’t know about Rosie the Riveter. People mispronounce the word.” I was a bit incredulous and stuttered, “Really?” “Oh, yeah. Last night I had a guy in here… Continue Reading →
What is there to do in Miami? Well, everyone is familiar with beaches, the museums and the art deco neighborhood of South Beach. I am drawn to historic places, but I doubted if Miami had more than one or two…. Continue Reading →
While I love the show “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” on Food Network and become physically unable to change the channel when it broadcasts, I do have one note for them. I know that much of the show is viewer-driven and… Continue Reading →
Can you climb the Jupiter lighthouse? Yes, you can. Can you watch the coastal traffic go by via lighthouse webcam? Yes, you can, but climbing to the top and seeing it for yourself is a much better idea. Sometimes a… Continue Reading →
Despite the fact that I have been to Paris twice, I had never eaten the classic French dish, the croque monsieur. France is so renowned for its food that writers like me should never say, “French food” but rather, always… Continue Reading →
Home2Suites, Fultondale (AL) VS. TownePlace Suites, Asheville (NC) This spring I decided to experiment with a couple of extended stay properties. Previously, my only experience in this arena was with Residence Inn. From the Hilton side, I tried four nights… Continue Reading →
Fried green tomatoes, collard greens, BBQ, sausage gravy and fried chicken. These are the dishes that we identify with the Alabama culinary scene. However, as my travels through the deep south expanded, I discovered that a hungry traveler can also… Continue Reading →
In a previous article, I discussed the Huntsville Museum of Art and what a wonderful experience my visit there was. However, if you are an art lover planning a visit to Huntsville you might be searching for other art studios… Continue Reading →
Birmingham, Alabama is comprised of smaller suburbs that encircle the main city in every direction. To the north, you will find Fultondale, Gardendale, and more. To the south, there is Homewood, Vestavia Hills, and the list goes on. There are… Continue Reading →
The Tampa Marriott Westshore on the corner of North Westshore Boulevard and West Cypress Street is an older property. However, it has been renovated over the years and now it has three things that I absolutely love: 1) a business… Continue Reading →
While there are many ideological and cultural differences between India and Pakistan, there is one major similarity. In fact, both nations are part of Asia. This is an important detail that many Americans forget. Most of us, when asked to… Continue Reading →
Theme park visits are fun. Unlike many other people, I don’t love them enough to have a season pass or anything, but occasionally, I do indulge. Central Florida has plenty of parks to choose from in Orlando, Lakeland, and Tampa…. Continue Reading →
UPDATED: APRIL 2022 – This post is an oldie but a goodie. I haven’t made chicken salad this year, but I did explain to two people at my hotel yesterday that Passover is not just one day. They were both… Continue Reading →