Hotel Santa Caterina in Amalfi boasts a long history of hospitality that dates back to 1904, when the Gambardella family inaugurated it. The long-lasting tradition is alive with the heirs who still manage the property and are ready to welcome again their guests for the upcoming season. Over the years Hotel Santa Caterina has housed [...]
9 Often Overlooked, Underrated Beaches
March 16, 2013 | Posted by
Some destinations always come to mind when people think of beach getaways: Waikiki Beach in Hawaii, Miami’s South Beach, and the crowded sands in Cancun. Some spots, however, are often overlooked and it makes them that much better. Fewer people, untouched nature, you name it; underrated beach destinations are hidden gems that can be just [...]
Pricey Restaurants Now Offering Happy Hour Deals
March 14, 2013 | Posted by
Ahh, happy hour. That brief, shining window, generally during weekday afternoons, when bars roll back drink prices in an effort to lure in those who are able to take advantage of the free time and low prices. But while bars are still great sources of happy hours, plenty of restaurants are offering happy hours, too. [...]
Getting Your Shop On in Hong Kong
March 11, 2013 | Posted by
While any international brand worthy of its logo has at least one outlet here, Hong Kong’s reputation as a bargain hunter’s paradise is largely a thing of the past. So what’s worth shopping for? Clothing (off the peg or tailored), shoes, jewellery, luggage and, to a lesser degree nowadays, cameras and electronic goods are the [...]
Colombia: A Jam-Packed, Fun Week of Exploration
March 8, 2013 | Posted by
During my jam-packed week in Colombia, I was lucky enough to explore its mountains, valleys and coasts. Bogotá was a blend of modern high-rises and a booming nightlife with slums stacked in the mountains surrounding it. Just outside the city, in the town of Zipaquirá, secrets were hidden underground in the mysterious Salt Cathedral. The [...]
Doing Spring Break Adult-Style Can Be Fun, Too
March 6, 2013 | Posted by
Spring break isn’t just for kids. If you’re looking for a spring break idea that’s a little more “wow” than “woo-hoo!,” here are seven tips for a more grown-up spring break. Florida? Go West, Old Man With miles of beaches and abundant sunshine, Florida attracts quite a crowd for spring break. College kids tend to [...]
Orlando Tops in Number of Great Family Friendly Hotels
March 5, 2013 | Posted by
Orlando is the biggest winner this year in TripAdvisor’s just-released Travelers’ Choice awards for family friendly hotels. The online review giant crunched its members’ reviews to identify the 231 “best of the best” family friendly hotels, and Orlando properties located near Walt Disney World grabbed six of the top 10 spots for the U.S. In [...]
Miami Offers Much More Than Beaches And Bars
February 24, 2013 | Posted by
Beaches and bars rule the typical Miami vacation, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you’re one of the sun-starved travelers preparing to descend on Florida to escape winter or relax on spring break, Miami itself can be a big part of your itinerary. Tourists who take the time to explore the city [...]
Jordan: A Modern Oasis of Friendly in Region of Strife
February 22, 2013 | Posted by
When most people think about the Middle East, they often think of vast uninhabited deserts dotted with oil and gas equipment, polluted cities, dusty villages, and herds of sheep and camels milling about on rocky hillsides. Even less flattering connotations may include anti-Western hostility, riotous mobs and demonstrations, lawlessness, and near-constant political upheaval. While these [...]
Taking in The Sweet, Spicy Island of Grenada
February 21, 2013 | Posted by
All I wanted to do in Grenada was veg on the beach. I had a stack of paperbacks, SPF 70 and reservations for a Balinese massage. It was my first time back to the Caribbean in 10 years, and my first beach vacation in nearly as long. The prospect of eternal days of sunshine, frothy [...]
