Portuguese surprises
Portugal is one of the least visited of European countries, but its attractions are simply amazing. Some of them are chronicled in The News-Herald’s Feb. 8, 2015 Travel section, including the Chapel of Bones in...
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Long haul flying strategies
Long haul flying strategies depend on being properly equipped. My most recent long trip was 30-some hours en route to Oahu with an outbound layover in San Francisco and a return layover...
Discover Croatia among its idyllic islands
An Adriatic voyage between Croatia’s Dubrovnik and Split is ideal aboard a small ship that can weave among the islands allowing passengers to disembark and explore. Only 60 of the 1,186 islands...
Portugal adventure includes Chapel of Bones, Night Sky stargazing spot
The Chapel of Bones in tucked away inside an ancient church in Evora. Portugal is one of the least visited of European countries, but its attractions are simply amazing. Some of them...
Previewing Pastina, Mentor, Ohio’s newest restaurant
The hottest new tables around are at Pastina, which opens Monday Feb. 9 in a stunning new space at 9354 Mentor Ave. I was among those invited for a soft opening...
Media viral vortex: shelf life of a story
My work has been sucked into a media viral vortex. When I met Lee Wachstetter aboard the Crystal Serenity in 2012 I was captivated with her story. She loves to dance, and...
Sometimes you need to step away
Sometimes you need to step away from the everyday to really examine life and how it’s being lived. That’s one of the most compelling things about travel as far as I’m concerned,...
Find favorite nativities at annual exhibit in Kirtland
Walking among the many nativities showcased each holiday season is always an interesting experience. It’s the same Christmas story told in hundreds of different ways. Almost everyone has a favorite. When I...
Turtle Bay – place beyond expectations on the fabled North Shore of Oahu
Thundering surf settles into the soul minutes after arrival on the North Shore of Oahu. Take care as you walk barefoot in the foam at water’s edge to absorb the pounding power...
United to end nonstops to popular Florida cities
Perhaps it’s the arrival of Frontier Airlines in Cleveland that has partially caused it, but United has announced it will end its popular nonstops to Fort Myers, Tampa and Fort Lauderdale on...
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