Jamaica, one of the Caribbean islands, is an hour’s flight from Miami to Kingston, the capital. The island, approximately 31 miles wide and 140 miles long, is one of the most popular islands in the Caribbean. Not far from the equator, the island’s temperature hovers around 82 degrees year-round, due […]
When it comes to first date advice, the number one mistake on the list should be how I deal with cultural differences. In Thailand, on a real first date, she will most likely be accompanied by a chaperone, usually her best friend. The chaperone will eat everything on the menu […]
I wrote this article last year as hurricane after hurricane hit Florida. It’s hurricane season. This year the season has turned ugly for the state of Florida. “There are no seasons in Florida,” they say. But now we can say that there are two distinct seasons in Florida: hurricane season […]
Amsterdam is the most visited destination in Europe, with millions of visitors coming to explore this beautiful city every year. It is a highly planned city, in the 17th century the city was the center of the world economy and today it is the party capital of Europe. It is […]
When I feel like I need a getaway to pamper myself, get back in touch with Mother Nature and rejuvenate my senses, Mombasa, Kenya immediately comes to mind. With some of the most beautiful beaches in the world and some of East Africa’s richest culture and history, this island draws […]
Do you think the RDA level of iodine is a sufficient daily dose? Think again. The RDA levels were designed to prevent an outward manifestation of the disease, they represent minimal levels and are far from the optimal levels really needed to help you thrive. Iodine levels are highly dependent […]
After our arrival in Ottawa this afternoon and a very brief rest at our hotel, we set off in search of a satisfying dinner. The Lord Elgin Hotel is about a 15-minute walk from the historic ByWard Market area, which is one of Ottawa’s main entertainment areas. Winterlude is a […]
Every year my kids look forward to our annual family vacation to Las Vegas. This year will be our seventh year. Many people disagree that Las Vegas is a good place for families with children, but we love it. My husband and I are not gamers or drinkers and we […]
Vientiane Unlike other capitals in Southeast Asia, Vientiane is not a 24/7 shopping frenzy. Its laid-back vibe makes it feel like a small town, which makes sense, because that’s exactly what it is. If there was a ‘Softest Capital in the World’ competition, Vientiane would win hands down. Backpackers head […]
Studies of centenarians and supercentenarians have taught us more about the aging process and what keeps us alive than we ever knew before. Four Blue Zones have been identified, regions of the world with the oldest inhabitants. These four areas are: Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Loma Linda, Calif., and the […]
