Waterfall chasing is a thing! And there are hundreds of waterfalls to discover in the Finger Lakes region of central New York state. The Finger Lakes region derives its name from the 11 glacial lakes shaped like long fingers. The area is best known for its impressive gorges formed by water and ice over 10,000 […]
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Where to Eat During the US Open of Surfing
You’re stoked to be at the beach in Huntington Beach, California, aka Surf City USA, for the US Open of Surfing and looking for some good eats. Here are some recs on where to eat during the US Open of Surfing from a local discerning eater and food writer. It’s that time of year again […]
Vegan in Vermont: Basin Harbor Wins
Despite all the hype about plant-based diets, being vegan, or even vegetarian, in America makes you one of the meager 5 percent according to a 2018 Gallup poll. Vegans know this well, but it’s harder than you think to find restaurants offering vegan fare, as we discovered in Vermont. First of all, I am not […]
The Heart of Oregon Wine Country – McMinnville, Oregon
Historic downtown McMinnville, Oregon, is the heart of Oregon Wine Country and where buzz for Oregon’s Pinot Noirs began at 3rd Street treasure Nick’s Italian Cafe, famed for serving Oregon wine enthusiasts and winemakers for over 30 years. But First, Coffee It’s mid-morning and the streets of historic downtown McMinnville are quiet, but for coffee […]
Pioneers of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
In 1985, well before the 2004 movie “Sideways” sparked widespread Pinot Noir mania, Oregon Pinots shocked the world of oenophiles at a tasting at the International Wine Center in New York when a group of wine experts was unable to distinguish between Oregon Pinot Noirs and better known, more expensive French Burgundies resulting in the […]
Old Forester Rye Olfactory Experience at New Orleans Bourbon Festival
If you thought the whiskey business was a male-dominated industry – you would be mistaken. Come to find out, women have been making whiskey since days of yore. And any bourbon festival whose mission is to continue to highlight “Women in Bourbon”, is just one of many reasons to attend the New Orleans Bourbon Festival. The […]
The Best of Branson: Golf and Outdoor Nature Experiences
To make the most of your Branson vacation – get out of town! Just a 15-minute scenic drive from Branson lies Big Cedar Lodge with three of the best golf courses in the U.S. And, a Tiger Woods TGR Design course opening soon! For nature lovers and adventure seekers, incredible outdoor experiences await in the […]
St. Augustine: Florida’s Hot Spot for Gourmands and Foodies
When you mention traveling to Florida, most people immediately think of beach cities such as Miami Beach, Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale; the Everglades, manatees and alligators; Jimmy Buffett and Ernest Hemingway’s Key West; and the home of Mickey Mouse, Walt Disney World. With more and more travelers choosing a destination based on its food […]
Authentic St. Augustine Minorcan Clam Chowder
As the oldest continuous European settlement in the United States, St. Augustine, Florida is a culturally diverse city with a storied history and a “melting pot” of cuisines. At the top of your must-eat list when visiting America’s Most Photogenic City™ is Minorcan Chowder and St. Augustine Fried Shrimp. With more than 450 years of […]
Whale Watching in the San Juan Islands
There’s been a lot of recent confusion about whale watching in the San Juan Islands and Washington State waters. Here’s what’s happening in the San Juan Islands. It’s a complicated issue, and the San Juan Island Visitor’s Bureau is happy to answer questions and provide clarification. Most importantly, government and industry are working together to […]