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New York’s 10 top boutique bolt holes

Uptown, Downtown, Brooklyn and Staten Island… here is our pick of New York’s hippest hotels and B&Bs When it comes to finding a boutique hotel or B&B in New York, many visitors look no further than central Manhattan. But if they venture out of the city centre they will… Read More

Today In Rock Star Travel: Visit Hendrix’s London Pad; Order Albino Bunnies to Your Room

To commemorate the 40th anniversary of Jimi Hendrix’s death, his former London pad at 23 Brook Street will be opened to the public from August 25 to November 1st . Says NME: “Although it has since been used as an office for the Handel House Museum (composer George Frideric… Read More

Jimi Hendrix experience at Handel museum

The Handel House Museum is marking 40 years since the death of Jimi Hendrix, the composer’s neighbour separated by time Not only is it a smart address – Brook Street, Mayfair – but for Jimi Hendrix it was extremely convenient for the cat-about-town fashion shops of Carnaby Street, the… Read More

MirĂł’s paintings are expressions of astonishment and joy

Rare works and thoughtful presentation at the Museum Frieder Burda in Baden-Baden makes MirĂł retrospective a pleasure After just a few steps in the brightly lit, spacious rooms of the Frieder Burda Museum in Baden-Baden, which has mounted this exhibition of works by Joan MirĂł , we were already… Read More

Paris: Grab a joystick—a new exhibit explores the evolution of video games

Visitors who have tired of the Mona Lisa can now turn to Mario and Luigi for some unusual museum fun. The Mario Bros.—along with Donkey Kong, Sonic and Pacman—are the stars of a popular new exhibition at the Mus

Three Days in New York City

This past weekend a friend of mine visited New York City and having never been here before, he wanted to see as much as possible. We only had three days though. Many times travelers only have a short amount of time in a city. We see the highlights and… Read More

Amtrak Downeaster Adventure – Exeter, NH

Squamscott River, Exeter, New Hampshire The Amtrak Downeaster Rail begins in Portland, Maine and ends in Boston, Massachusetts . In between there are stops in Old Orchard Beach ME , Saco ME , Wells ME , Dover NH , Durham NH , Exeter NH , Haverhill MA , and… Read More

Stockholm Day Trips: Viking history at Birka Island

A reconstructed building on Birka island. Photo by Catrijn. By Marcus Cederstrom— The Viking stereotype is prevalent the world over when discussing Sweden. The Swedes even play it up a bit: Just look at the Swedish fans anytime the country competes in an international soccer game. (If their failed attempts… Read More

Places to stay near Red Square in Moscow

At the heart of Moscow, this famous square is surrounded by top Moscow attractions. You may wish to look at places to stay near Red Square, especially if you’re only in Moscow for a short time.

Starting at one end of Red Square is the fascinating St Basil’s Cathedral… Read More

Barcelona with Kids: 6 Family-friendly activities

A happy face at the Barcelona Zoo. Photo: Carlos Octavio

By Regina Winkle-Bryan in Barcelona—
At first glance, Barcelona may not seem particularly family-friendly. However, if you know where to go, the city offers plenty to entertain adults and kiddies alike. Here are a few choice places to visit… Read More