Here’s my guide to the best one week fall foliage itinerary in New England. New England is a classic American destination, the perfect place for a road trip. As a born/bred/educated New England girl myself, I think New England is arguably one of the world’s most beautiful places in the fall. Country roads wind through … Read more
Fancy a road trip down the East Coast, ferreting out some beautiful hidden gems and secret towns? Or looking for a scenic East Coast weekend getaway without crowds? If so, I’ve got you covered with a dizzying array of 20+ quaint clapboard-and-brick towns. These less touristy East Coast towns make the perfect getaway — with … Read more
Are you looking for the perfect cultural getaway on the East Coat USA? If so, here’s my guide to 21 beautiful small(er) towns on the East Coast where you can escape the crowds and discover great art work across many mediums. Many folks plan vacations around foodie destinations, landmarks, or natural wonders. I’m all for … Read more
Here’s my guide to the filming locations in New Orleans for the third season of American Horror Story’s scare anthology, Coven. Witchiness is at its zenith in Coven. The FX show travels back to sultry and spooky New Orleans in 1834. Coven’s female cast is absolutely star studded with actresses Jessica Lange, Katherine Bates, Angela … Read more
“In the future, everyone will be world-famous for 15 minutes.” — Andy Warhol, effectively predicting the rise of social media influencers Here’s my complete guide to visiting the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh Pennsylvania. I give you an overview of the museum and tell you what to see inside. The Warhol Museum is one of … Read more
American architect Frank Lloyd Wright was a lusty egomaniac with a god complex. He was an outright cad and ludicrously vainglorious. He reminds me of England’s 16th century monarch, King Henry VIII — famous for his girth, many wives, and bloodthirstiness. Except Wright didn’t have the imprimatur of an official crown. He just crowned himself. … Read more
On my recent solo geographical cure, I visited Montreal during the week in mid-September. That time frame meant I didn’t have to make reservations at Montreal’s trendy new restaurants. Provided I arrived reasonably early. I’ve gotten used to eating solo. I often sit at the bar. But I don’t mind. As long as the food … Read more
You can’t help but stumble upon the lovely Chateau Ramezay, must see destination in Vieux Montreal. It’s on the main drag and across the street from the City Hall. If you’re a history buff, it’s definitely worth an inspection. Built in 1705, the chateau is an architectural gem of the ancien régime. It tells the … Read more
The Musée des Beaux Arts, or Montreal Museum of Fine Arts is the oldest museum in Canada and the cultural heart of Montreal. It’s an extraordinary art complex, unexpectedly avant garde for a fine arts museum, and a must see site in Montreal. I loved it! The expansive museum is housed in five separate pavilions, … Read more
“No house should ever be on a hill or on anything. It should be of the hill. Belonging to it. Hill and house should live together each the happier for it.” — Frank Lloyd Wright Here’s my complete guide to visiting Fallingwater, a new Frank Lloyd Wright UNESCO site in Pennsylvania. Fallingwater is nestled in … Read more