Mexico City’s 5-Star Hotel Alternative
Visitors to Mexico City not wanting to check into an impersonal “Big Box” hotel when visiting this ancient Aztec capital, need look no further for the perfect “home away from …
Valentine’s Lore and Love at Sea
It seems that when the calendar flips over to February, we automatically start to think about love because – as we all know – February has been designated the month …
Portugal’s Marvelous Marvão
Castle built by Dom Denis in 13th century dominates the town Once upon a time we all believed in fairy tales, didn’t we? Those exceptionally romantic tales usually had to …
Sun, Sea and Samba
Corcovado stands in silent vigil over Rio I often dream about Rio de Janeiro, only my dreams have nothing to do with a desire to travel. They’re drawn from recollections …
Christmas and New Year Fiestas in Mexico
Christmas celebrations in Mexico are marked by diverse traditions and attractions, which – combined with the sunny weather, good food and friendly residents – drive thousands of tourists south of …
The Poinsettia Story
Long before the poinsettia became a traditional symbol of the Christmas season in Mexico, the Aztecs cultivated the red and green plant, which they called cuetlaxochitl, meaning: “mortal flower that …
Mexico Honors Virgin of Guadalupe
The “new” Basilica, completed in 1976 December 12 is a sacred day in this ancient land of the Aztecs as faithful residents and visitors from around the world pay homage …
When in Brazil, Dine Like a Local
Rio de Janeiro’s impressive view from the top The extraordinary cuisine of Brazil is an amalgam of the cooking heritage of three disparate groups of people: the native …