Sauntering Around SoHo
On a recent trip to New York City with my girlfriend for our two-year anniversary, we spent a Saturday wandering around the SoHo and Washington Square Park areas.
A Day of Discovery and Serendipity
After a peaceful night in my cozy Airbnb, it was time to check out and move to my new home for the next few days: the stunning Hôtel Norman in the Opéra district. Nestled just off the Champs-Élysées, the hotel felt like a Parisian dream. My junior suite, complete with a balcony overlooking the city, made me feel like I was living in my very own Parisian apartment — and I couldn’t have been more thrilled (but more on that in an upcoming GT Tested review in Global Traveler). I spent a good amount of time simply gazing at the grand architecture of the neighborhood before setting out to explore more of the city.
4 Family-Friendly Destinations to Visit in 2025
As my husband and I pack up the car today to take our 1.5-year-old daughter to Great Wolf Lodge in Perryville, Maryland, for a weekend of fun, my mind is, of course, wandering to other destinations our family of three could visit in 2025. Here’s a bit of destination inspiration for other families from our sister brand, whereverfamily.com:
“The White Lotus” Effect
I am a huge fan of The White Lotus. It’s one of the few television shows I tune in to watch as it airs each week. For those unfamiliar, the series takes place at a fictional resort, The White Lotus referenced in the title. The first two seasons took place in Maui and Sicily, respectively. The third season, currently airing, takes place in Thailand. Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts served as the backdrop for filming all three seasons.
Supporting Youth Theater
As a former theater major, I like to support theater at every level, from Christmas nativity plays to Broadway productions and everything in between. Here in the Rogue Valley in Southern Oregon, we have an embarrassment of riches which include the world-renowned and Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival, which just opened its 90th season; a number of smaller professional companies which stage revues, musicals, comedies and dramas year-round; community theater productions; and university and high school shows.
Fastnacht Day Traditions
Fastnacht Day has always been a cherished tradition in my family, and it’s no surprise why — we come from a long line of Germans who know their way around a kitchen. In fact, a few of my ancestors brought their beloved fastnacht recipe across the ocean to Philadelphia, where they opened a German-inspired bakery in 1930. Still operating today in its original location at the corner of Barnett Street in the city’s Mayfair section, Haegele’s Bakery has become a local legend, renowned throughout Philadelphia for its German doughnuts only sold one day a year — Fat Tuesday.
Tasting Menu at Daniel NYC
On a recent trip to New York, publisher Francis X. Gallagher and I had the pleasure of dining at renowned Restaurant Daniel in the former Mayfair Hotel on Park Avenue. We were joined by a good friend and client for what turned out to be a truly memorable evening.
Harp and Crown: A Philly Favorite That Feels Like Home
A few years ago my best friend and I stumbled upon Harp and Crown in Philadelphia by sheer accident, and it has since become one of our go-to spots in the city. There’s something about this place that just clicks — maybe it’s the seasonal menu, the inviting atmosphere or the consistency in delivering great food and a great time. Whatever it is, every visit feels special, and it’s always a spot I look forward to.
Tourism Ireland Luncheon
To kick off St. Patrick’s Day celebrations, I attended a luncheon at the invite of Alison Metcalfe, executive vice president head of North America & Australia, at Tourism Ireland in Washington, D.C., last week. Sitting with me was Alice Mansergh, CEO, and to my right, Bill Byrne, senior vice president, Americas, Aer Lingus. Not bragging, but that was an Irish powerhouse!
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