In Hotels & Resorts: On my recent visit to Prague, I had the pleasure of staying at the recently opened contemporary boutique Hotel Cosmopolitan, while a dazzling example of the stylish Art Deco movement can be found in her older sister Hotel Imperial around the corner. Both hotels are notable for their high degree of attention to detail and personalized service.   By Barbara Angelakis    Read More...

In Gastronomy: During my recent trip to Extremadura, I tasted a number of cold summer soups and decided that they were interesting enough to share with our readers. Of course, we all know about Gazpacho Andaluz, however there are other cold regional soups that are seasonal and very popular. The two in this story are Ajo Blanco and Cherry Gazpacho. By Manos Angelakis       Read More..

Also in Destinations: Slovenia is a pocket-sized country, bordered by Italy, Austria, Hungary, Croatia and the Adriatic Sea. It used to be part of Yugoslavia until it fell apart in 1992.  It is picturesque, all rushing waterfalls, deep gorges, dense forests and crystal clear rivers. By Gilly Pickup     Read More...

In Automobiles: The United States has started sinking into the oceans, not due to global warming, but because of SUVTNM. That's SUVs, The New Majority. The sales of these tall ships, ranging from mini-monsters to Godzillas, have overcome traditional cars, and the gap is widening. By Joel Levin   Read More...

In Destinations: I love Bangkok because it was my first exposure to a culture that was completely different and strange to me. The Thai people I met are all very friendly, patient and tolerant. They greet you with a “wai” a small bow, pressing the palms together at chin level in a prayer-like gesture. Everyone smiles, because it is considered very bad form not to.   By Manos Angelakis                     Read More...

In The Oeno File: Ramón Bilbao has traveled far since its founding in 1924. The company has widened their portfolio, moving outside the classic rioja category to define  the Ramón Bilbao label with a new modern  twist,  and in doing so has become  the fastest growing Rioja winery on the Spanish market…   widely considered one of the country’s most innovative  producers. By Babbie De Derian         Read More...

Also in Destinations: Beyond its historical importance, Ethiopia abounds in natural wonders that have endured for centuries and now await the intrepid traveler.  It is best to arrive in Ethiopia at the end of September. Mid-October to January is the peak season for Ethiopia. By John Coyne                           Read More...

In The Arts section: We attended the opening production of Lincoln Center’s Mostly Mozart 2017 and what a night it was! Music Director Louis Langrée was at his effervescent best as he led the Festival Orchestra through this most memorable of performances entitled “The Singing Heart”. By Barbara Angelakis Read More...