Thanks to the Apres by CK Bradley contest, I’ve got skiing on the brain. So when Yuli Linssen Kaminitz from EasyToBook.com offered to write a guest blog post about the top five ski resorts of Austria, I was very excited. I’ve been to Austria twice, but only in the summer and only to Vienna. Now […]
I was so disappointed when one of my favorite NYC boutiques, CK Bradley, closed last year. But then I found out that designer Camilla Bradley had abandoned her perfectly preppy pieces and the mean streets of Manhattan for a very good cause! She has launched a new line of retro-inspired ski wear called Apres by […]
I love flowers. I love museums. So when I heard that Sarasota’s Ringling Museum of Art having a special four-day exhibit (“Ringling in Bloom”, Feb. 3—6) showcasing 24 floral arrangements inspired by the masterpieces, I was instantly intrigued. The results blew me away — the effect was amazing, as it felt like the art had […]
Did reading about Rachel and Jeremy’s vacation in Phuket, Thailand, have you ready to pack your bags? As you fantasize about beaches, sunshine and elephant rides, here are Rachel’s five essential travel tips to make your dream vacation a reality. Book Your Excursions in Advance Book your day trips in advance of your arrival. Because […]
What will be the hottest destinations for 2011? The New York Times has made its predictions, and so have Lonely Planet and Travel + Leisure. Now the top travel bloggers have their say as to where you should be planning to go this year. Here are 17 destinations you don’t want to miss! Sri Lanka […]
The blizzard that hit NYC the day after Christmas may have been pretty to look at (see snowy city photos here), but it sure ruined a lot of vacation plans. Amanda Lobell and Neil Roach had planned to take a trip to Arizona, but their flight to Phoenix was canceled and couldn’t be rebooked until […]
Yes we can! Yes We can! Remember when the crowds were shouting that during President Obama’s campaign? Well, we can rent the same five-bedroom Hawaiian villa as the First Family if we can spend $3,500 per night or $75,000 per month. Part of the the prestigious development of Paradise Point at Kailua Bay on Oahu, […]
For the past six weeks, I’ve been navigating uncharted territory: Babyland. I had my first child at the end of November and it’s been quite a trip. In fact, having a baby reminds me of traveling for four reasons. 1. I’m totally jetlagged. I do get sleep, but it’s not during the hours that I’m […]
I had a fantastic year of travel for 2010. Did I go everywhere I wanted to? Of course not. I can always rely on my friends to make me jealous with their fabulous trips both near (Manchester, VT) and far (Singapore). Here are 13 trips I wish I took this year… The 2010 Winter Olympics […]
Well, it wasn’t a White Christmas this year in New York City. But the day after Christmas was white. And so was the day after the day after Christmas. A powerful snow storm (complete with thunder!) pummeled the East Coast, dumping 20 inches on Central Park and 24 inches in Brooklyn. Both NYC and Boston […]
