Coffee table books are often seen as a pretense, a way of buying more cultural currency or pretending to be more sophisticated. Most of them sit around unopened, unloved. But, whatever we might think...
There’s a lot of talk about San Francisco being the new city to be in, and while many engage in the debate, there is one thing to be sure of – a quick visit won’t...
Spain is a richly diverse nation that combines both elements of the old and new with stunning natural beauty. Holidays to Spain are becoming more popular nowadays because of the country’s Mediterranean climate and alluring...
Famous animals from around the web There is something about indulging in animal cuteness. Recently, someone uploaded a video onto YouTube of their Scottish terrier fainting from overwhelming joy at seeing a family member...
The Buffalo Resurgence, or: Inspiration From a Former Church We are on our way to Niagara Falls and my guide doesn’t understand why I want to talk about a fire-damaged church. “Well, the church...
For major league shopping there’s nowhere like London to test your stamina when it comes to pounding the pavements in search of that must-have handbag, perfect pair of jeans or much-longed-for toy. Now...
When you’re a traveler, you try to gain as much information as possible to make your travels easier and worry-free. However, sometimes, especially when you are travelling on a budget, you tend to scrimp on important...
I was once told that when someone is giving me new information, I sit there, expressionless, gobbling up the information without conveying any emotion. I had no idea I did this! (I assumed that...
Good news, ladies! The perpetual Friday night question “Where do we go” has come to an end. Whether you’re in a different city looking for the best cocktail lounge to mingle in or a...
Having done a bit of traveling both for business and pleasure, I’ve had quite a number of “note to self” moments when encountering a less than ideal situation or seeing a nifty approach to...