Whether dining on tasty delicacies that are artistically presented on the plate, or soaking in one of the outdoor hot tubs, a visit to the contemporary Balnea Spa and its restaurant, Lumami, is a restful retreat.
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Travel’s in Quebec Eastern Townships - Part 5
Friday, March 29, 2024
Winter Landscapes on Roosevelt Island
Snuggled in the East River and just a short tram ride from Manhattan’s Midtown East, Roosevelt Island is a great place to soak up the bucolic landscape and contemporary architecture. (The 59th Street Bridge that hovers above the island is quite photogenic when a thick blanket of fog settles in.) Winter on the island is especially evocative when the undulating lawns of the Cornell Tech campus are covered in snow. These are a few winter images.
Monday, March 25, 2024
Travels in Quebec’s Eastern Townships - Part 4
Strolling along the trails in this expansive wetland (Marais de la Riviere-aux-Cerises) is a treasure for bird watchers and eco-focused visitors alike.
Sunday, March 24, 2024
Travels in Quebec’s Eastern Townships - Part 3
Picturesque Lake Memphremagog in downtown Magog is bordered by a lovely more-than-a-mile ice skating path.
In my travels, I’m often attracted to colors and shapes. This is inside the contemporary interpretive center at the Marais de la Rivière-aux-Cerises, a stellar protected ecosystem in Quebec’s Eastern Townships that provides visitors with insights into the life of this expansive wetland.
Thursday, February 29, 2024
Travels in Quebec’s Eastern Townships - Part 2
Whether you ski Quebec’s Mount Bromont or just take the gondola to the 1,800 foot summit, it’s worth hanging out at the ultra contemporary Summit Lodge for the stellar sunsets.
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
Travels in Quebec’s Eastern Townships - Part 1
In Quebec’s Eastern Townships, a visit to the Abbey of St. Benoit du Lac is a must-do, for the overwhelming sense of tranquility, the scenic vistas, eclectic architecture, and insights into the monastic life. This is an image of the St. Benoit Chapel.
A tour inside the Abbey of St. Benoit du Lac in Quebec’s Eastern Townships is especially a must-see for architecture buffs.
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
A Smart, Stellar Cruise in the Greek Islands
For many travelers, a voyage on a cruise is all about enjoying the on-board food, drink and entertainment. But a cruise in the Greek Islands with the luxury operator, Abercrombie and Kent, offers plenty of lessons in everything from art history to oenology to archeology. Find out what you’ll learn on excursions to six Greek islands in my latest article for ForbesLife.
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
Winter Travels in Spring Lake, New Jersey
Though known as a summer destination, Spring Lake, NJ is a scenic, off-season locale as well, including in the winter when the 19th century wooden footbridges are lit up for the holidays, and the lake partially freezes, yet ducks and other water birds can still be found.
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Travels in Belize - Part 3
The Matachica Resort in Belize is a luxe resort that’s calm, vibrant and unpretentious. There are plenty of places to lounge, indoors and outside, including under an umbrella along the pier.