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Top Reasons to Visit Governors Island in 2018
Governors Island 2018 How to Get to Governors Island Governors Island 2018 opens on May 1, and hosts events until October 31. The easiest way for you to access Governors Island is to take a ten-minute ferry that costs two dollars for a round-trip fare. Most importantly, try to visit from May 1 to May 6, because on those dates ferries from Manhattan’s Battery Maritime Building … Continue reading Top Reasons to Visit Governors Island in 2018
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Why We Love Bequia, SVG, Caribbean
Why We Love Bequia, SVG, Caribbean. It’s uncrowded, uncommercialized and safe. Some think that it’s the perfect island. Continue reading Why We Love Bequia, SVG, Caribbean
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Boca Raton Resort and Club Reviews
Boca Raton Resort and Club Royal palm trees line the driveway as you approach the Boca Raton Resort and Club that is now part of the Waldorf Astoria collection by Hilton. Past the gatehouse and at the end of the driveway, you can’t miss the pink stucco hotel that looks more like a Spanish castle than a resort. Massive curved arches frame the windows, and … Continue reading Boca Raton Resort and Club Reviews
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Endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle
Protecting the sea turtle Continue reading Endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle
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Caribbean Shipwreck
Love Divine shipwrecked in the Caribbean off Bequia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, in 2012. Continue reading Caribbean Shipwreck
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Lotte New York Palace | Luxury Hotel Review
Palace New York Hotel Formerly the Helmsley Palace and then the New York Palace, today the Lotte New York Palace, in my opinion, has neglected attention to detail, unlike the previous owners. Lotte New York Palace Address The Lotte New York Palace is located at 455 Madison Avenue at 50th Street, New York, NY 10022. Customers can choose between booking rooms or suites in the … Continue reading Lotte New York Palace | Luxury Hotel Review
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Rolf’s German Restaurant
Rolf’s Restaurant Address Three of us stood in line to get in Rolf’s German Restaurant at 281 Third Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10010, in the Gramercy Park area of Manhattan. Rolf’s is renowned for their Christmas decorations and “October Fest” spectacle. Rolf’s New York City Christmas About 100,000 lights are twisted around garland and poles. Thousands of ornaments and icicles hang from the ceiling and walls mixed … Continue reading Rolf’s German Restaurant
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Union Square Holiday Market
Manhattan New York Urbanspace Union Square Holiday Market Union Square Holiday Market is an Urbanspace project in Manhattan New York. Vendors sell holiday merchandise including Christmas ornaments, accessories, art, specialty food, and more. Stalls line the stone mortared paths at this world-renowned Christmas market that runs from November 16 to December 24, 2017. My daughter and I tried on wool hats and scarves, smelled sprigs of lavender … Continue reading Union Square Holiday Market
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Le Bistro Du Village
Restaurant Review Le Bistro du Village–Formerly Crepe Du Jour Mt. Washington, Baltimore, Maryland When I approached Le Bistro du Village in Mt. Washington, I spotted the red awning that hung over the bright blue and yellow restaurant front. Flower-tiled patio tables equipped with blue chairs lined the sidewalk in front of the entrance like the sidewalk cafes in Paris. I was looking forward to dining … Continue reading Le Bistro Du Village
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Mt. Washington in Baltimore
Mt. Washington Baltimore Visitors and locals alike head to Mt. Washington in Baltimore, Maryland, to shop in a relaxed atmosphere. This quaint town is the perfect place to spend a few hours ducking in and out of boutiques looking for that must-have. Generally speaking, shopping there is like a vacation from the busy city and malls. Furthermore, if you like art, browse Baltimore Clayworks to … Continue reading Mt. Washington in Baltimore
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Best Activities in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, South Carolina In Columbia, South Carolina, the pace slows, and the palmettos exude warmth like the locals. Don’t be surprised if you are called mam or sir, especially by someone younger, because good manners are the southern way. Temperatures rise in February In late February, the temperature begins to warm, and trees start to leaf-out and bloom. Additionally, purple and yellow pansies brighten the … Continue reading Best Activities in Columbia, South Carolina
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Best Travel Tip and Trick
I carry a small cross-body-organizer that includes compartments for credit cards and cash, and two zip pockets. One I use for makeup, keys, and sunglasses, and I place my change in the other. My cell phone fits in an outside sleeve where it is easily accessible. When I travel, I toss my purse in my tote to use at my destination. You can find organizer … Continue reading Best Travel Tip and Trick
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Funny Dog Story
When I entered the kitchen around 7 a.m., my husband glared at me with bleary eyes marked with half-moon circles. I poured my coffee and said, “What’s wrong?” “I was hoping to get a full night’s sleep last night because I have a busy day. Didn’t you hear the dog whine at 4:30 this morning?” “No, I didn’t hear him or I would’ve gotten up.” … Continue reading Funny Dog Story
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Puppy Escapes in Airplane
When I learned about the Leonberger dogs’ loyalty to their owners and fondness for children, I convinced my husband that– it was not a bean-brained-paid boondoggle– it was worth flying to purchase a Leonberger puppy because none were available near us when our Labrador retriever passed. Anyway, we had sufficient airline points to pay for our flights. I joined the Leonberger Club of America and … Continue reading Puppy Escapes in Airplane
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Tips and Tricks for Traveling with a Dog
Traveling With a Dog Puppy in the car for the first time My dogs have accompanied me on car rides since I could drive, and I learned that traveling with a dog is easy, especially when you start by taking them with you when they are a puppy. Take your puppy on short trips as soon as possible, and he will learn to love it. … Continue reading Tips and Tricks for Traveling with a Dog
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The Breakers Palm Beach Luxury Hotel
Interesting Facts About The Breakers, Palm Beach Henry Morrison Flagler opened The Breakers, Palm Beach in 1896, and his heirs still own and run the luxury hotel. The Breakers Had Burned Down Twice The Breakers, formerly the Palm Beach Inn until 1901, burned down in 1903 and 1925. The first fire ignited during renovations to expand the building, and the second fire originated in a … Continue reading The Breakers Palm Beach Luxury Hotel
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Most Frightening Trip Ever – Hatillo, Puerto Rico
Hatillo, Puerto Rico The most frightening trip that I have ever experienced was when we drove through Hatillo, Puerto Rico, on December 28. Unbeknownst to us, this day marked the Hatillo Mask Festival or Mascaras de Hatillo. Though this is merely an annual event, it got out of control. Car Rental Scam Our day started out poorly. First of all, we weren’t the only ones … Continue reading Most Frightening Trip Ever – Hatillo, Puerto Rico
Hilton Columbia Center, SC
Best Hotel: Hilton Columbia As the mother of a University of South Carolina Gamecock, I have concocted plenty of excuses, good reasons to visit our student in Columbia, SC. Though over the years we had split our stay among five hotels that had met my criteria for cleanliness, we now frequent the Hilton Columbia Center at 924 Senate Street. The Vista We love the Hilton … Continue reading Hilton Columbia Center, SC
Flowering Cherry Trees in Columbia, SC
When I visited Columbia, South Carolina the last weekend in February, not only were white cherry trees blooming along Gervais Street in The Vista but the daytime temperature ranged in the 80’s. The spring weather allowed University of South Carolina students to flock to the recently opened local pools. Spring flowers and warm temperatures during the winter months are among my top reasons why I love … Continue reading Flowering Cherry Trees in Columbia, SC