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What it’s Like to Travel Now? My Own Update.

What it’s Like to Travel Now? My Own Update.

Wondering what it’s like to travel internationally now? Here’s my report from my recent trip to Playa Mujeres and Cancun, Mexico.  I opted for this destination because it’s quick, easy, and the only country that makes it easy for Americans

Eva May 28, 2021May 28, 2021 Mexico, Trip Planning, Trip Reports No Comments Read more

Haciendas, Tequila and Mysterious Ruins near Guadalajara

Enchiladas with Mole, Green and Red salsa

A Brief Visit to Hacienda El Carmen, the Fortaleza Distillery and the Ruins of Guachimontones. When most people think of Mexico, they think of beaches, seaside resorts, and fabulous food. The real treasures of Mexico can be found inland, in

Eva April 10, 2018April 10, 2018 Destination Weddings, Destinations, Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits, Honeymoons, Mexico, Solo Travel, Trip Reports No Comments Read more

River Cruising and the Solo Traveler

Vineyard and Chateau in Bordeaux region of France

River Cruising offers Solo Travelers Ease, Access, and Comraderie in Complex Touring Regions River Cruising is one of the best ways to explore Europe for anyone interested in culture, history, food, wine and beer, but it is a particularly suitable

Eva October 2, 2015October 2, 2015 Destinations, Europe, Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits, Solo Travel, Trip Reports 4 Comments Read more

Life Along the Meuse: Visiting the Namur region of Belgium

Meuse River at Profondville, Belgium

Namur – a Great Day Trip from Brussels by Train, or Why Not Explore the Region for a Few Days by Car? Life doesn’t get much better than an afternoon spent along the Meuse, biking, boating or hanging out at

Eva September 21, 2015February 26, 2017 Culture, Destinations, Europe, Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits, Trip Planning, Trip Reports 2 Comments Read more

Tour Review: RootedNY Local Beer & Oysters in Long Island

Blue Point Oyster farms tasting

Exploring My Inner Farmer with RootedNY If you’re in the New York area and love oysters or beer, book this tour now! I’ve gone on many winery and brewery tours, but few as informative, well organized, and as generous with tastings

Eva July 6, 2015July 6, 2015 Destinations, Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Spirits, New York, Trip Reports 2 Comments Read more

Beneath the Surface: The Penn Museum’s Revealing New Exhibit

ornate golden Cocle pendant with large emerald - Panama

Life, Death and Gold in Ancient Panama at the Penn Museum of Archeology and Anthropology in Philadelphia If the Rio Grande Cocle’ in central Panama had never flooded in 1927, revealing gold beads, evidence of the Cocle’ people might never

Eva February 17, 2015February 17, 2015 Culture, Destinations, Trip Reports 2 Comments Read more

NYC Tour Review: Walks of New York Lower East Side Stories

Lower East Side NYC tenements

Walking and Eating the Lower East Side with Jeff Dobbins Some of the most memorable NYC excursions of my suburban NJ youth were our visits to the Lower East Side. Usually timed to my cousin or brother’s need for religious

Eva December 30, 2014 New York, On The Trip, Trip Planning, Trip Reports No Comments Read more

The Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass – A New York City Treasure

Tiffany Dragonfly Lamp

Queens Museum’s Neustadt Collection of Tiffany Glass is a Must-Visit for Decorative Arts Enthusiasts, NYC History Buffs, and Those Seeking Off-the-Beaten-Track Sights Inspiration for travel springs from many sources, and my recent trip to the Queens Museum was prompted by

Eva September 11, 2014March 16, 2015 Culture, Destinations, New York, Trip Reports No Comments Read more

The Sounds, Smells and Sights of San Pedro de Laguna, Guatemala

#SanPedroLakeAtitlan

A Ten Day Trip on Lake Atitlan During the Feria de San Pedro The soft slapping sound starts at about 5am every morning. I could hear it coming from the houses surrounding my friend Steve’s house, where I was staying

Eva July 27, 2014November 14, 2014 Culture, Destinations, Trip Reports No Comments Read more

Last Call for the Mansion in May

Blairsden mansion NJ

Saturday is the last day to visit the beautiful Mansion in May decorator show house at Blairsden in Gladstone, New Jersey. It’s a beautiful day trip and a 2 hour train ride from Penn Station, NYC. On Saturday, there are

Eva May 29, 2014 Culture, Destinations, New York, Trip Reports No Comments Read more
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