I vary between thinking we’re being overcautious, and holding my breath in fear. The US Department of State has issued a Worldwide Travel Alert, especially for US Citizens traveling abroad. This is the link. I assume there will be much more on this topic in the coming days, but for the moment, I just wanted … Read More
Wonderfully Playful Cafe in Foz do Iguacu, Brazil
After three nights of carnivorous skewered meat debauchery at traditional Brazilian churrascarias, my soul (and arteries) longed for something other than another slab of meat
A Visit to Luxembourg and the ING Night Marathon
A year ago, in November 2014, I was wandering around the expo for the New York City Marathon at the Javits Center, in Manhattan. As I meandered through the various booths, I had a few conversations about running and travel. Out of the blue, three months later, I received an email inviting me to visit … Read More
Winners Announced – Free Tripit Pro Annual Memberships
The winners of the complimentary Tripit Pro annual memberships have been chosen using Random.org.
The Magnificent Radisson Blu Waterfront Capetown
I mean, what’s not to love! The Radisson Blu Waterfront in Capetown, South Africa was truly wonderful! I was greeted warmly at the front desk, and given the key to my room. I proceeded to my room and was blown away! It was stunning. I loved the nautical decor, the details, the French doors, … Read More
Going Away Again? Ecuador? Really?
I’m going to the middle of the world. Literally!
A Staycation in Rockland County, New York, Including a Visit to Nyack and Sleepy Hollow
Those who read this blog know that when I am not traveling far and wide, I enjoy staycations. These staycations are a fun, and often inexpensive way, to escape city life and explore destinations closer to home. This weekend, Won’t Run and I ventured to Rockland County, New York. Although it’s only an hour away … Read More
3 Great Living Social Deals – 15% off, $25-$75 Virgin America Vouchers and NY Times Travel Show
Let’s make this quick. First, 15% off Living Social purchases – three days only. see this: Second, $25, $50 or $75 vouchers for Virgin America. Details and Link for this LivingSocial Deal (plus use the code Discover15 for additional 15% off) Third, $15 tickets for the NY Times Travel show in New York City on January 9th … Read More
I Love the Sound of Breaking Glass: Glass Sheets Shatter from Glass-Bottomed Walkway in China
Yesterday, Will Run For Miles featured a video and discussion on the suspension bridge made of glass at the Shiniuzhai National Geological Park in China (see, World’s Longest Glass Bridge – Would you Walk on it?). Of course, a common discussion surrounding this structure is the safety of a glass-bottomed bridge, but the creators repeatedly … Read More
Video: World’s Longest Glass Bridge – Would you Walk on it?
Haohan Qiao – – translated to Brave Men’s Bridge, in English – -recently opened in Shiniuzhai National Geological Park in Hunan Province (See, CNN, China opens terrifying glass-bottomed bridge in Shiniuzhai park). It is 180 meters (590 feet) high, and 984 feet in length. THE BOTTOM IS ALL GLASS! I can’t stop looking at the photos and … Read More
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A New York frequent flyer who elegantly combines her passions for worldwide travel, running a gazillion marathons all over the globe and staying fit ... without sacrificing her fancy for good wine and food.