I devoured Japan’s sourest sweets
My first foray into Japanese sour candies was during a solo trip to my local Japanese market in New York
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Dessert-first dining is here
Crystalline, powdered and white — don’t worry, I’m only talking about sugar. Though not an illicit substance, it might as
Read moreI went on a senior citizens cruise. It felt like middle school
There are two types of people in this world: those who think cruises are fun, and those who think they
Read more“Prejudice and bigotry”: Trump’s latest travel ban targets Haiti and Africa
President Donald Trump issued a new travel ban on Wednesday night. It will bar people from 12 countries from entering
Read moreCan a city still surprise you? Atlanta did
I’ve been to Atlanta more times than I can count, but always for work — conferences, book tours, days spent
Read moreFlorida is hotter than your vacation
Tourists are flooding into Florida this Memorial Day weekend, headed to beaches, theme parks, and local hotspots. Meanwhile, locals are
Read more“I’m concerned about the whole airspace”: Transportation sec. says flight disruptions could spread
Don’t be surprised if the delays, cancellations and safety concerns that have affected Newark Liberty International Airport in recent weeks
Read moreMelbourne’s sandwich renaissance has a New York City accent
Sangas, toasties or whatever moniker Melburnians use — sandwiches are finally having a moment in Australia’s food capital. Back in
Read moreForget apps — strangers are meeting over shared plates again
Researchers, doctors and even Netflix have told us we’re lonelier than ever. Some claim it’s the latest epidemic plaguing society,
Read moreA weekend in Cleveland: Where to sleep, eat and wander
I’ve been to Cleveland a few times, but when I was invited to speak at Youngstown State University for Women’s
Read moreCosta Rica’s eco-resorts are rewriting the rules of luxury travel
Pull up to the sunny grounds of the W Hotel in Costa Rica’s Reserva Conchal, and it feels like stepping
Read moreThe art of cooking for strangers (and the occasional carbonara disaster)
When the carbonara starts to scramble, your egg is already cooked. At that point, adding pasta water and pulling it
Read moreRick Steves, mild-mannered travel expert, wants to radicalize you
If you could take a road trip with your younger self, how well do you think the two of you
Read moreFrom taco tours to Michelin stars: A love letter to Mexico City
With everything happening in the United States — particularly the rampant xenophobia, from the highest levels of government to random
Read moreThe ultimate 2024 gift guide for food and travel lovers
It’s the season for gifting, and for foodies and travelers, the options are endless. From budget-friendly finds to luxury splurges,
Read moreChicago’s finest: An enthusiast’s guide to where to eat, stay and play in the Windy City
I don’t remember the first time I visited Chicago or even when I fell in love with the city. Born
Read moreThe trip that changed D.C. for me: Where to eat, stay and play in the city
I visited Washington, D.C., for the first time as a kid. No, it wasn’t on a patriotic school trip or
Read moreDon’t “fall in love” with your travel destination
I cringe when I read that so-and-so fell in love with someplace. Come on, I think, you can do better
Read moreY’all means all: A queer travel guide to Northern Kentucky
When I was invited to visit Kentucky early last year, I was encouraged by the Y’all Means All campaign facilitated
Read moreHow modern air travel got so miserable — and how to make for smooth flying instead
Over the course of the next month, I am taking four substantial roundtrip flights. My daughters, meanwhile, are both traveling
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