Tasting Ecuador Through the Flavors of Quito
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There is no better way to get under the skin of a new destination than to indulge in a culinary journey of flavors. Ecuador has the perfect climate for growing so many delicious ingredients. I had every intention of tasting Ecuador to the fullest through the flavors of Quito. Visitors often overlook Ecuador’s scenic capital,
Twilight Season is Here at California’s Glen Ivy Spa
by Mary Farah
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Summertime has descended onto Southern California, and that means plenty of sunshine and lighter evenings. While everyone flocks to the beach, escape the city and head out to Riverside’s County Glen Ivy Spa to rejuvenate and immerse yourself in one of the day resort’s newest body treatments, Shirodhara, and enjoy their twilight hours all season
Mexican Organic Chef’s Table Inside A Museum with a Caribbean Twist
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“El mejor producto fresco directo a tu paladar” (the best fresh produce straight to your palate) This motto is the heart and soul of Paola Torroella’s Mexican organic chef’s table. No, it is not a typo. She means just that. Your palate, not your plate. She wants to tickle your taste buds with an incredible
Fredericksburg, Texas: Wildflowers and Wine (Peaches, too!) in Texas Hill Country
Deep in the heart of the Hill Country of Texas is a destination for all seasons — Fredericksburg and surrounding communities in Gillespie County. Located about an hour’s drive from San Antonio, a bit longer from Austin, no matter what time of year you choose to visit this part of Central Texas, your eyes, stomach,
Cruise hot spots
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Currently, Mediterranean ports (particularly Spain’s buzzy Barcelona and Venice’s Grand Canal) are hot cruise destinations, as are the curly coastline of Croatia, the gorgeous Greek islands, and tantalizing Turkey, from exotic Istanbul to the ancient ruins of Ephesus. Just as hot for ocean cruising are the sun-bathed Caribbean islands and anywhere around the South American
Mexico’s Best Resorts for Multigenerational Travel
by Beth Graham
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Multigenerational travel continues to be one of the fastest growing segments of the travel industry. In today’s world, you can have up to four generations of family members traveling together from the youngest adventurers to active grandparents. So how do you pick a resort that will satisfy everyone? More and more resorts are catering to
Discovering the Greek Way
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It was always on our bucket list; we just didn’t think the opportunity would present itself so quickly. With the nudge of the International Food Wine Travel Writers Association and Sofia Bournatzi of PASS PARTOUT Tourism Marketing, we eagerly packed our bags and pegged September as our month of everything Greece. Our journey would begin
Ship Ahoy!
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Passengers on cruise ships were once dubbed “the nearly dead, over-fed, or newlywed.” Now, they are star performers on the international travel scene, breaking records as they sail around seven continents. The latest global cruise passenger figures from CLIA (Cruise Lines International Association) show 28.5 million people took a cruise last year—almost 7% more than
ALLIGATORS, LIGHTHOUSES AND FORTS, OH MY! FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS IN ST. AUGUSTINE, FLORIDA
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ST. AUGUSTINE ALLIGATOR FARM What comes to mind when you hear the word “alligator?” I visualize a dark form crashing toward me, its tail flailing like a battle ax, its gaping maw edged with ominous jagged teeth ready to rip into raw flesh. So, is it wrong that I found myself at St. Augustine Alligator
Macedonia: Eight Top Things To Do in Five Days Around Kavala, Greece
by Tom Talleur
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Greece offers a veritable smorgasbord of historic, cultural, and gastronomic delights sure to satisfy the most demanding of visitors with diverse interests. Yet, the challenge to figure out where to go and what to do can be overwhelming even for the most experienced traveler. One approach to resolve this problem is to set up your