DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Catania: First Impressions of Sicily’s Capitol City Posted on January 21, 2019December 20, 2025 You see Mt. Etna the moment you begin the approach. A plume of smoke rises above it, creating a halo that can be seen from just about every corner of the island. The landscape includes some amazing rock formations created by a river of lava forcing its way through the nooks… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Best Kid-Friendly Attractions in the Flint Hills of Kansas Posted on December 25, 2018November 15, 2025 Got kids and want to do something fun you and your kids will enjoy? Then you’ve come to the right place. In addition to the zoos, parks, and bike trails, in Manhattan, you’ll find activities packed with history and learning opportunities. There are several Kid-Friendly activities near Fort Riley in… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Best Shopping in Istanbul Turkey Posted on December 18, 2018February 26, 2026 Shopping for Turkish souvenirs in Istanbul, Turkey can be fun, cheap, historic, and delicious. Street vendors, shopping malls and centuries-old markets sell treasures that will remind you of your travels. Whether it’s something fun, edible or just pretty, shopping in Istanbul is an adventure you won’t soon forget. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Best Ethnic & Locally-Owned Restaurants in Manhattan KS Posted on December 15, 2018November 15, 2025 Thankfully, you don’t have to eat in a box in Manhattan, Kansas if you don’t want to. Skip the chain and fast-food restaurants. Here are 6 of the best ethnic and locally-owned restaurants in the Fort Riley/ Manhattan area. The Best Locally-Owned Restaurants Fort Riley, Manhattan and Junction City Kansas … Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Road Trip: Driving the Scenic Flint Hills Byway Posted on November 29, 2018November 15, 2025 The Flint Hills Scenic Byway offers incredible views of the native grasses and flowers. It’s one of the last remaining tallgrass prairie landscapes left in America. Much of the land along the Flint Hills Byway hasn’t changed in thousands of years ago when the Kaw, Osage and other native tribes lived… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Enjoy Wine Walks and the German Weinstrasse Posted on November 27, 2018April 20, 2026 Germans love wine and walking. The German Weinstrasse is redefining both– open vineyards, generous pours, wine walk with friends, & tons of delicious food at the festivals and fairs. The German Wine Road is for anyone who enjoys a good time. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Get Your VAT Refund in Turkey Posted on November 14, 2018November 15, 2025 Every year, Turkey’s tourists leave behind millions of dollars of VAT refunds. On the surface, the process seems simple. Bring your passport along on your shopping trip. Complete the necessary documents at the retailer. Track down the right folks at the airport when you leave. Go home with some extra… Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES The Ultimate Guide to Wine Tasting on the Prosecco Road Posted on October 19, 2018December 20, 2025 Sparkling wines are delicious. And I’ve tasted them in wine regions all around the world. I’ve had them in beautiful places like Napa, New York, France, Italy and Germany. But few offer the stunning natural landscapes and level of hospitality like the Prosecco Wine Road Read more