When hitting the Broadway circuit, The Algonquin Times Square is the place to stay mikecohen September 14, 2016 4860 There is no greater gift when it comes to accommodations in New York City than finding a place near Times Square. Last year we discovered the historic Algonquin Hotel (www.algonquinhotel.com). On our most recen...
School of Rock – The Musical and The Color Purple taking Broadway by storm mikecohen September 12, 2016 5306 NEW YORK- When in New York, there are so many amazing productions to choose from on Broadway. Last month we told you about blockbusters Hamilton and Waitress. Now you can add two more to your list: School of Ro...
Blockbuster Hamilton and Waitress serve up Broadway musical magic mikecohen August 22, 2016 4378 NEW YORK – There are many reasons to go to New York City, but the extraordinary selection of Broadway productions heads the list. On our most recent trip, we got to see four spectacular musicals: Hamilton, Wait...
Hunting for Jamón in Spain Michele Peterson August 20, 2016 8552 A culinary journey across the Iberian Peninsula I’m hiking through a forest of oak trees following a farmer who is bleating like a pied piper. Emerging from a gully is a herd of black Iberian pigs, snuffling ...
Norwegian Spirit Mediterranean excursions – some suggestions Peter Kerr August 15, 2016 5613 Unlike a Caribbean cruise where duty free shopping and a day at the beach are fittingly the main attractions, organized excursions are the main focus of a European cruise. Each port has so many sights, history ...
Luxury European river cruising onboard the AMAWaterways’ newest ship Sean Flynn July 13, 2016 6233 Luxury European river cruising onboard the AMAWaterways’ newest ship - AMASonata An insider’s look at river cruising through photos I had the opportunity to sail on the beautiful AMASonata at the end of Apri...
Kennebunkport’s Cape Arundel Inn: a classic seacoast experience Matthew Elder July 10, 2016 5483 Luxurious century-old property combines down-home comfort with world-class cuisine For more than a century Montrealers have holidayed on the Maine coast, drawn to its blend of beaches and rocky points, enwrapp...
Sunscape Cove: family luxury in Montego Bay Michele Peterson June 13, 2016 9465 A premium playground for adventure-loving families With tables draped in white linen, glimpses of the Caribbean beyond a freshly- clipped lawn and red-billed hummingbirds flitting about the flowerbeds, breakfa...
CityPASS is a good investment when visiting New York City mikecohen May 11, 2016 4227 NEW YORK CITY - My family and I recently enjoyed a wonderful five days in New York City. Of course, the Big Apple is also one pretty terrific place to shop, from the boutiques of Madison Avenue, the iconic depa...
Montserrat: A Photo Tribute to Sir George Martin Michele Peterson May 8, 2016 10539 A photo of George Martin with a very young Linda and Paul McCartney is on display at Hilltop Coffee House & Family Center in Montserrat A few months ago, I was in Montserrat, a tiny volcanic island that...