There are an awful lot of sweet spots on all of the Islands of Hawaii but we are mainly going to talk about the island of Oahu where I was blessed to live for over a year. I would strongly recommend staying at any of the wonderful hotels along Waikiki beach such as,...
THE PLACES
Take 3 in Bryan, TX: Downtown is Trending Up
Featured, In This Issue, Take 3, The Places
The small town of Bryan, Texas began in the 1860’s along the nearby railroad. Unlike other agricultural towns, Bryan offered a prospering merchant trade that continues to flourish. The rapid growth of the towns economy attracted many immigrants, mainly Italian,...
Spring Break in Costa Rica
After a long, cold winter the idea of some adult fun in a sunny, tropical locale has universal appeal. The time-honored tradition of Spring Break, once largely associated with college kids partying in Mexican beach resorts, has matured somewhat, with more destinations...
Sweet Spot: Oh Canada
I realized once I agreed to take on this writing assignment that there are quite a few sweet spots in Canada, so I tried to narrow things down a bit with just some of the sweet spots in this vast country that I have had the pleasure of experiencing first hand. I'm...
Do San Antonio this weekend
Featured, In This Issue, Take 3, The Places
San Antonio is best known for the picturesque Riverwalk and the historical Alamo, but this beautiful city boasts a wide array of activities, luxury hotels, fine dining, uniquely hip spots, and hole-in-the-wall local gems. San Antonio is a lovely city that offers...
Beaver Creek & The Ritz Carlton, Bachelor Gulch
Imagine awakening in the great mountain lodges of the American West, nestled within the exclusive enclave of Colorado’s Beaver Creek Mountain. The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch offers the ultimate in adventure and exploration alongside relaxation and renewal. Upon...
The Range at Austin
I never expected to enjoy target practice at a shooting range. I am a harmonious-minded, yoga enthusiast, that preaches peace, so what the heck am I doing in a gun range popping off rounds at a target as if I were back in an old Western movie? I was invited to visit...
Destination Resorts and Day Spas: Be good to you
Destinations, Featured, In This Issue, OTL Now, The Places
The term 'spa' originated from the name of the town of Spa, Belgium. The word itself denotes the action of a "fountain." Experts suggest "spa" originated from the name of the Belgian town named Spa where a curative natural spring was discovered in the 14th century....
The Beautiful People and Food of Trinidad
OTL Now, Sweet Spot, The Places
I was very fortunate to visit this tropical Island in the Caribbean recently to do a show called The Rock Pack. We were greeted by high officials and treated like royalty upon our arrival. At the airport, our guide and one of the promoters, Raj Khemlani, introduced...