by Penny Zibula | Apr 27, 2017 | Europe, Travel
You Never Know What Surprises Can Be Found in a Historic Portuguese Palace We were in the historic town of Guimaraes, Portugal to explore the medieval core of the town and then move on. But we discovered an unexpected treat in the town’s restored 15th century Ducal... by Penny Zibula | Apr 21, 2017 | Accommodation, Europe, Travel, Travel Tips
This Friendly Hotel Offers Casual Comfort In England’s Gateway to the North. When Simon, Otto and I travel, we make a conscious effort to avoid chain hotels whenever possible. The reason is the moderately priced establishments tend to be stuffy, uninteresting and... by Penny Zibula | Apr 14, 2017 | Accommodation, Europe, Food & Beverage, Travel
This Vibrant Northern Province Will Leave You Longing for More If you’ve spent any time at all exploring the pages of this blog, you’ve probably figured out that Simon, Otto and I are in love with Spain. The diverse landscapes, historic wonders, fascinating... by Penny Zibula | Apr 6, 2017 | Middle East, Travel, Travel Tips
Four Thousand Years of Jerusalem’s History in Sound and light The Old City of Jerusalem has had me under its spell since the first time I walked its ancient stones in 1971. We were treated to new aspects of the city on three separate pre-conference tours while in... by Penny Zibula | Mar 30, 2017 | Hints for Happier Travels, Middle East, Travel, Travel Tips
Opening Doors to Jordan’s Rich Past and More. As we recently discovered, Jordan is a sparkling jewel among nations. From a historic, cultural and culinary standpoint, it hits all the high notes for me. And the people are among the most friendly and kind you’ll find... by Penny Zibula | Mar 24, 2017 | Food & Beverage, North America, Travel
How a High End Notions Business Became a New Orleans Dining Destination New Orleans (NOLA) is famous for its deep roots in jazz and outstanding food. On a recent trip to the Big Easy, Simon, Otto and I immersed ourselves in both via a jazz brunch at Court of Two...