DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Raohe Night Market Guide: How to Eat Your Way Through 600 Stalls Posted on January 5, 2024November 15, 2025 The Raohe Night Market is just one of the night markets in the city. Raohe Night Market, situated in Taipei’s Songshan District near Ciyou Temple, is easily recognizable by the distinctive Ciyou Temple arch marking its main entrance. The market boasts a straightforward layout, extending for several blocks with stalls lining both sides. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Spend an Arts-Filled Day in Little Rock, Arkansas Posted on January 3, 2024April 13, 2026 Welcome to Little Rock, a city of diverse charm. From style and serenity to history and culture, this destination unfolds unique experiences. Immerse yourself in local art, explore nature’s beauty, and savor distinctive flavors. Little Rock invites you to explore the local art, natural beauty, and the city’s distinctive flavors. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Spiritual Destinations for Your 2024 New Year’s Resolutions Posted on January 1, 2024December 20, 2025 We all need to escape from our stress-filled lives from time to time. As a result, we are seeking spiritual journeys where we can recharge our batteries and find peace and balance. Here are 4 of my favorite places to do just that. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES How to Plan the Perfect Road Trip on Germany’s Fairytale Route Posted on December 27, 2023December 20, 2025 Germany is the country of the Brothers Grimm. Little Red Riding Hood, Snow White, Cinderella, Rapunzel, and Sleeping Beauty are some of their most famous fairy tales. You can recapture your childhood and find inspiration in the tales of the Brothers Grimm along the Fairytale Road in Germany. And it’s one of the country’s most scenic drives, too. This scenic route offers a picturesque drive through the country and invites you to delve into the intriguing nuances of the Brothers Grimm’s storytelling. However, be prepared for an experience that may defy your preconceived expectations. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Why Spending Christmas in Andalucia Was Better Than We Expected Posted on December 24, 2023December 26, 2025 It’s a wonderful life. Winter in Europe is wonderful. Christmas Markets alight, festivals delight, and the general slow-down in the daily grind is just… right. However, not surprisingly, the temperature drops around the world. So we are in search of warmth and sunshine and we are heading south. We’re flying to Andalucia in southern Spain for Christmas this winter. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Driving the Great Lakes Route: How to Enjoy Grand Rapids in 24 Hours Posted on December 23, 2023December 20, 2025 Grand Rapids surprises with its mix of Victorian and Art Deco architecture, cozy cafes, and vibrant murals celebrating local women. Perfect for a weekend escape. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES Midwest Travel: Old Oaks Winery in the Quad Cities Posted on December 21, 2023November 15, 2025 Old Oak Winery is a beautiful spot on 400 acres of rolling hills. We just moved here, so we don’t know much about the wine region, Self-described as the Napa Valley winery of the Midwest, the winery prides itself on an array of wines blended with grapes from their own vineyard as well as from Napa Valley. Actually, I had no idea they even had a vibrant wine region here in Illinois. With that said, it turned out to be a great place to learn about Midwest wine and grab something good to eat as well. Read more
DESTINATIONS & CITY GUIDES What You Need to Know About Lavender Crest Wineryl: A Perfect Midwest Getaway Posted on December 17, 2023November 16, 2025 Lavender Crest Winery in Colona, Illinois, is a good spot to savor lunch and a glass of wine. However, following my visit, I’m left pondering the winery’s legitimacy. It’s not that I didn’t enjoy the wine flight I ordered—it was pretty good. And we discovered a bottle that suited both our palates. The problem occurred when our server seemed less versed in the wines and couldn’t answer any of our questions. She took our order, handed it to the bartender, and left us to our own devices. Having had such a delightful time at Old Oaks Winery in Milan last week, we decided to explore another local winery. Read more