Monthly Archives: October 2009
Buongiorno Principessa..
Venice was veiled by darkness as my plane landed- and yet the minute the plane door opened, I was transported to a different world. The beauty of the Italian language, the slower pace of this mysterious city and sleek dressed … Continue reading
Filed under On Assignment, Restaurants
The Kindness of Strangers
Even the most experienced traveler needs to rely on strangers once in a while. During time spent traveling, it is possible to hone your kindness radar: you learn over time what sort of people to ask for directions, when to … Continue reading
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Affordable Europe
Sticking with my recent recession theme, I thought I’d highlight some affordable destinations in Europe. Now that July and August have come and gone, the crowds have left Europe. September and October are some of the best months to travel … Continue reading
Filed under BEST OF Lists
How to Keep Traveling During the Recession
We’re all feeling the pinch. Luckily– airlines, hotels, and restaurants are included in that ‘we’ as well. While some of the ads you see suggesting, ‘once in a lifetime deals!’ are just marketing, others are truly advertising once in a lifetime … Continue reading
Filed under Hotels
To Write, We Must Read.
There is plenty of research to do while I’m writing a memoir about my first Grand Tour of Europe. This research extends beyond cuisine, culture and history – and into the history of travel writing itself. With each piece that … Continue reading
Filed under BEST OF Lists, Writing Influences
Culture Night 2009
I know I’ve been writing a lot about Dublin lately, but that speaks to the vitality of Irish culture. We may be in a recession, but there is still free arts and culture to enjoy throughout this great city. This … Continue reading
Filed under Life in Ireland
