CULTURE, EVENTS & EXPERIENCES How to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in South Korea Posted on January 25, 2018August 6, 2025 Like most things here, Valentine’s Day has be co-opted and re-constructed into something else. Sure it started off as a marketing campaign to sell chocolate (sound familiar), but it soon morphed into an even larger marketing campaign to sell more chocolate, jewelry and even speed dating venues. That shouldn’t surprise you, Korea really likes to outdo themselves when ever possible. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Franklin BBQ in Austin Texas– I’m Here for the Brisket Posted on December 24, 2017November 23, 2025 There are tons of blogs that will tell you why Franklin’s is different from all the other Texas BBQs. I can tell you, I was not disappointed in the wait for the brisket at Franklin BBQ. I barely got back into the car before I broke off a piece of brisket and yes, it was delicious. It fell apart in my fingers. It was moist and seasoned just right. Who knows, I may even wait in line again, it was part of the experience. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Santorini Travel: Picture-Perfect Views With a Kids-Size Love Story Posted on December 9, 2017November 15, 2025 I never pictured Santorini as a place I’d visit with my kids. But standing on the ferry, watching moonlight dance across the water, I realized some trips are beautiful in unexpected ways. Greece wasn’t far from Baumholder—and sometimes you take the trip because life gives you the chance. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES 5 Unforgettable Reasons to Visit Southern Spain this Winter Posted on November 18, 2017July 24, 2026 Andalusia inherited from the influx of Moors across the 9 mile stretch of sea. The language, dance, music, spices, religion and architecture simmer in warm melting pot that entrances you with their romanticized language and laid back lifestyle. Read more
WELLNESS ON THE ROAD Free Meals on Veterans Day Posted on November 12, 2017November 15, 2025 Dorian sat down next to me st the bar at Hopdoddy’s in Round Rock and ordered a frito burger. Jonny leaned in to confess that that burger wasn’t on the menu anymore but she’d make it for him anyway. That made me smile. Veterans Day is really an opportunity to see how your local businesses appreciate the service of America’s true 1%— the military. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Visit Ground Zero During a Long Layover in NYC Posted on November 9, 2017November 15, 2025 It’s 1pm and the sun is high and very hot. There is a cool breeze under the rustling trees that provide a little relief from the scorching sun. It’s reverently quiet, although kids are at play, friends are talking and eating lunch together and visitors rub their hands over the names inscribed into the Ground Zero memorial, trying to visualize the chaos and carnage of that autumn day almost 16 years ago last month. Read more
WELLNESS ON THE ROAD Blogger’s Compromise– How to Keep a Happy Home Happy Posted on November 5, 2017November 15, 2025 He was right, I wasn’t giving him my full attention and that’s not putting him first. Once it was brought to my attention, I decided to make some changes to keep the peace and not allow the blog to come between us. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES 5 Stunning Locations to See the Eiffel Tower in Paris Posted on November 4, 2017November 15, 2025 Are you looking for the best view of Paris? You’re in Paris, it’s the thing to do. Then trust me, don’t waste your time climbing to the top of the Eiffel Tower. Paris is so flat, the best view is not from the tower. The best view of Paris is everywhere else that includes the Eiffel Tower. Read more