On the Road with Dan: Croatia & Slovenia – A Journey Through Culture, Nature, and Timeless Beauty
There’s a special magic in venturing somewhere for the very first time, and this year, we joined dear friends on a long-awaited two-week journey through two remarkable gems of the Balkans—Slovenia and Croatia. These countries, part of the former Yugoslavia, are still being discovered by many, yet they offer some of Europe’s most compelling blends […]
On The Road with Dan: A Long Weekend in Charleston, South Carolina
When I told friends and family that we were celebrating Radhika’s 60th birthday with a getaway to Charleston, the reaction was almost always the same: a curious pause followed by, “Why Charleston?” I’d visited years ago and remembered a city layered with beauty and complexity. For Radhika, it was a completely new adventure. Five days […]
On The Road with Dan to Québec City — North America’s Old-World Gem
One of the perks of my wife’s bank board position in New Hampshire is her twice-yearly in-person meetings—built-in excuses for us to explore New England together. Over time we’ve collected memorable long weekends in Boston, Vermont, Southern Maine, and across New Hampshire’s small towns. But this time, we set our sights farther north, curious to […]
Where Reinvention Learns to Breathe: Samos October 2025
Some places don’t just invite you in. They reveal themselves in layers, the way an old story reveals its meaning only when you’re ready to understand it. Samos, Greece, an island off the beaten tourist path, far flung at the very eastern side of the Aegean, is one of those places. Most of us think […]
Salt, Stillness, and Surrender: Baja September 2025
There’s something about it that feels like a whisper and a roar all at once. The land stretches out in quiet defiance. The desert meeting ocean, stillness meeting movement, simplicity meeting depth that burns through your pretense, and the ocean tests whatever balance you think you’ve mastered. It’s as if the place itself lives in […]
The Wilderness Within: Africa August 2025
There are journeys you take to see the world. And then there are journeys the world takes in you. My trip to Africa this past August was the latter. When I boarded the plane, I had a sense that this would be meaningful. I’d seen the pictures, heard the stories, and imagined the sweeping landscapes. […]
On the Road with Dan to Paso Robles Wine Country
There’s something magical about Paso Robles. Known to locals as “Paso”, and tucked between the rugged California coastline and golden inland hills, this Central Coast town has quietly transformed into one of the country’s most compelling wine destinations. For travelers in search of rolling vineyards, memorable dining, and a splash of coastal relaxation, Paso offers […]
Holiday Magic on Catalina
An Island Escape for Everyone ✨ Family Fun Children will love Catalina’s festive spirit—ice skating under the palm trees at Descanso Beach Club, hopping aboard the miniature holiday train twinkling with lights, or catching a glimpse of Santa on Crescent Avenue. Don’t miss the Catalina Island Museum’s holiday craft workshops, where kids can create keepsakes […]
Holiday Magic for the Entire Family: A Festive Story from Long Beach & Beyond
The evening chill wraps around you as you step into the twinkling heart of Long Beach. Streets glow, laughter drifts from corner cafés, and the holidays are alive—not through commercial glitz, but through cherished local traditions. From waterfront parades to historic neighborhood markets, this coastal corner of Southern California transforms into a tapestry of light […]
Burgers Without Borders: Long Beach & Beyond
There’s something magical about a good burger—it’s the kind of meal that brings together beachgoers in flip-flops, families in minivans, and late-night adventurers chasing the perfect bite. In Long Beach and its neighboring towns, burgers aren’t just food—they’re part of the local DNA. From old-school shacks to chef-driven creations, here are ten stops (five in […]