
Five Must-Try Restaurants in the Quad Cities
by Mary Farah
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In the Quad Cities of Iowa and Illinois, there's more than meat, potatoes, and corn. Surprises include a "global" breakfast place and a meal in the chef's own house.

Caviar 101 – What You Need to Know
by Gary Baker
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As we come out of the “COVID Coma,” people are looking for an elevated experience. Once a delicacy seen only on menus in Michelin star restaurants or gracing the party tables of the ultra-wealthy, caviar is now more readily available to the public. For centuries, the most desired caviar came from Iran or Russia produced

The Sonoma County Wine is Back After Devastating Wildfires
by Pam Baker
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Lush green rolling hills filled with vineyards, historic small towns, and 50 miles of stunning Pacific Coast—this is Sonoma County. Chardonnay and pinot noir reign supreme here in a climate blessed with ample days of sunshine and cooling sea breezes. Less touristy and less congested than its famous neighbor, Napa County, Sonoma has long been

A Mother-Daughter Weekend Visit to Milwaukee
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Milwaukee initially brings to mind images of beer, bratwurst, and nice Midwestern people. While those stereotypes are real, the city has evolved remarkably. Today you’ll find a revitalized downtown, rich culture, and diversity that make it an excellent destination for a mother-daughter getaway. What to See and Do in Milwaukee Start your day exploring the

Five Pristine Lakes in The Ozarks for Outdoor and Water Sports Enthusiasts
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If you’re a fishing, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, boating, water skiing, wake boarding, or SUP enthusiast like Priscilla Willis who yearns for a watering hole where you can soar and splash unfettered by crowds, she's found a special place full of lakes in what is known as the Ozarks.

14 Best US Hotels
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What makes a hotel really great? Service? Location? Ambience? 14 IFWTWA travel writers pondered this question and came up with the 14 best US hotels.

Cumberland Island: A Natural Treasure
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Travel to Cumberland Island with travel writer Kathleen Walls where you'll find sandy beaches, pristine wilderness, native wildlife and feral horses. But get in quick, she says, this pristine natural wonderland may not last forever.

A Visit to Missouri Wine Country, Once America’s Top Region
by Cori Solomon
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Missouri was once the number one wine producer in the United States. A visit to Missouri wine country today is an eye-opening lesson in the history of American viticulture.

The American Club: A Five-Star Experience in America’s Dairyland
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With just a few states left in her quest to discover the essence of each one, travel writer Linda Fasteson heads for Wisconsin to the Village of Kohler, where she finds a world-class five star resort experience in The American Club.

Combining the Best of Art and Wine in the Great Northwest
by Linda Kissam
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Elevated standards of accommodation and dining will always show up on the luxury traveler’s itinerary, however today's luxury traveler seeks a broader depth of understanding and engagement to local culture than ever before, particularly those where art and wine combine.