Touring St. Marienkirche in Lübeck, Germany, Günther Uecker’s “14 Broken Crosses” is attention-getting, whether you view it from religious or artistic perspectives.
Braving the Waves at Half Moon Bay
Moody San Francisco on a Rainy Day
When it rains in San Francisco, we get moody A rainy day can intensify moods and emotions. If you’re in love, a rain can be wonderfully romantic. If you’re sad or heartbroken, it’s painfully bitter cold. If you’re nostalgic, it can bring a tear to your eye. Or maybe you…
Wine Country Visit: When It Rains, We Pour
Wine, that is …
There’s always something to do in the San Francisco Bay Area, even on a rainy weekend. A visit to wine country is one of my favorite options.
Spring Travel Tips: Interview with HipTravelMama
Anne Taylor Hartzell is the founder, writer and editor of the awesome family travel website, HipTravelMama. I had an opportunity yesterday to interview her by phone about a recent Expedia survey and ask her opinions about spring travel tips and trends, hotel and cruise deals, and planning. Some of the…
From the Inside Looking Out
From a few places I’ve stayed — from the inside looking out.
Houston: It’s not Manhattan
Houston may not be a place that comes to mind as a targeted travel destination such as Paris, a national park or beach resort. But if you’re in town for business, family visits, sports, special events like the annual rodeo, or driving through Texas on a road trip, you might want to spend a little extra time there.
Chilly Scenes of Niagara Falls in Winter
The natural beauty of Niagara Falls attracts over twelve million tourists each year. Although it has become over-commercialized with an abundance of tourist traps, it’s still a must-see wonder.