Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
The Radisson Blu Hotel 1919 is a pretty popular place to stay in Reykjavik, particularly with people maximizing hotel points. Well, it used to be popular for that reason. It's not as good a deal anymore because Club Carlson changed it's award structure. And, without...
Tollwood Christmas Market Munich: Heads up Vegetarians!
One of the most interesting Christmas Markets I have ever been to is the Tollwood Winter-festival in Munich, Germany. And I think they probably consider it more of a Winterfest than "Christmas Market" as to be inclusive. Tollwood represents "the joy of living,...
Nuremberg Organic Brewery: Hausbrauerei Altstadthof
Have you ever tasted warm spiced beer? If not, you are in for a treat at the Nuremberg organic brewery, Hausbrauerei Altstadthof. This is the first certified organic brewery in Germany. History Founded in 1984, Hausbrauerei Altstadthof is committed to...
Christmastime in Strasbourg, France
Strasbourg is in Northeastern France, in the Alsace region, bordering on Germany. I was there for the Christmas market as one of the stops on my Alvalon Rhine River Cruise. Christkindelsmarik Strasbourg has been called the "Capital of Christmas," and...
Matt’s in the Market, Seattle
How surprised I was when I learned of Matt's in the Market and realized how many times I'd walked right by it all these years without knowing the culinary wonders I was missing. Located in Pikes Place Market in Seattle, in the Corner Market Building on the third...
Inn At The Market, Seattle Hotel Review
Inn at the Market is crisp, cozy, and convenient. Located directly in Pikes Place Market, just off Post Alley, this hotel makes a perfect home base for hanging out in this iconic part of Seattle. I was there during Christmastime and it was decorated beautifully. It...
Ask For Luigi Italian Restaurant Review, Vancouver BC
I'm Italian. Therefore I rarely go to Italian restaurants. Not that other Italians don't eat at Italian restaurants, I know they do. But for me, it's never that great. Once in a while I am pleasantly surprised, but generally I find Americanized Italian food way too...
Four Seasons Santa Fe Rancho Encantado Hotel Review
Once a 57-acre dude ranch and stomping ground for western movie stars practicing their horseback riding skills, the Four Seasons Santa Fe Rancho Encantado is the ideal New Mexico resort for those wishing to marinate in culture, habitat and luxury. This "Enchanted...
Cafe Medina, Vancouver BC
Cafe Medina in Vancouver, BC is a must for brunch. Prepare to stand in line because it's so popular there is usually a wait. But it's worth it. This is Mediterranean soul food that makes you feel deeply satisfied. It's a bustling place, but somehow intimate. ...
Rocky Mountaineer: what it’s like Aboard Canada’s Luxury Train
The Rocky Mountaineer is a Canadian luxury train. From Vancouver, The Rocky Mountaineer makes a two-day trip to Banff, Alberta, through some of the most gorgeous scenery you’ll ever see through the wilderness of Canada. The Commentary During the ride, the staff...
