I have been known to pack in less than ten minutes. Yes, less than ten minutes! It is not a miracle or an act of God—merely good pre-planning and organization. Whether your trip is two days or... Read more >>

The air was dense, humid—a pungent aroma of diesel fuel, baked yams, and other harbor delicacies. I’d been sightseeing for hours, roaming the busy streets of Kowloon immersed in cultural... Read more >>

Her sweet, babbling voice calls me in the morning. I long for her chill on my neck and her wet kisses on my lips. The lovely Tuolumne whispers to me memories of stargazing and river rafting. Laurence... Read more >>

Is it possible to celebrate Thanksgiving in Italy? It is if you’re visiting American friends residing in Naples. There was no way I would miss this cool invitation to toast the Pilgrims with a... Read more >>

I’m half-Jewish and half-Christian, or at least that’s what I’ve always said. My mother is Unitarian and my father is Jewish, although neither one is particularly religious. I grew... Read more >>

Designer Bonnie Lau calls it the “transformer dress.” Why? Because it easily transforms into dozens of completely different looks—many of which are smokin’ hot! I call it the... Read more >>

Cupid, that pesky little urchin, finds great glee from striking his arrow through your heart- especially when you are on the road. Beware! His antics may cause you to think you’ve found the love... Read more >>

Fiesta is like a Mexican Mardi Gras—it’s the biggest party in Texas, and in a state that size, that’s really saying something! What better setting for this hundred-year-old, ten-day... Read more >>

Think those quaint country roads and darling B&Bs scattered throughout Cape Cod are simply to inspire romance? Think again, ladies. For lovers of autumn-colored trees, cluttered antique shops, and... Read more >>

With only six hours to enjoy Florence, I intended to make a plan. Helpful travel guides recommended reserving Uffizi tickets ahead of time, so naturally I took heed and booked them online. Despite... Read more >>