I flew into Phoenix, Arizona, over the weekend for a convention. It took place downtown, so I decided to spend my free time making the most of my time there. The convention booked me into a luxury suite on the 30th floor of the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel overlooking the city. It had 2 bathrooms, a living room, and a bedroom with an extra cushy king-size bed. The … [Read more...]
Budapest: A City of Gleaming Splendor
Our AmaWaterways river cruise on the Danube began in Budapest, Hungary. The Hungarian capital glows on the Danube with magnificently grandiose buildings that are golden in the dark. Find a local guide in Budapest, here. Read other posts from this trip: We stayed at the Sofitel Chain Bridge Hotel, which overlooks the River Danube. In general, we prefer small … [Read more...]
How to Make the Most of 4 Nights in Rome, Italy
We spent 3 weeks in Italy during the months of November and December. Our first stop was Rome, where we stayed for 4 nights before heading to Tuscany, Sorrento, and the Amalfi Coast. Then, we embarked on an 11-day cruise of the Mediterranean on the Queen Elizabeth that ended in a 2-day stay in London. Our Italian-run hotel To soak up the atmosphere and authenticity … [Read more...]
How Do People in Spain Stay Young Looking?
While I was sitting at a restaurant in Barcelona, Spain, overlooking the sprawling La Rambla, I could see people of all ages walking by. Those who were Spanish appeared to be slim and active, even those who were elderly. By contrast, if you walk into a Walmart in the U.S., you may see even young people maneuvering the store on scooters or walking with a cane. I didn't see … [Read more...]