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Every year, particularly during family gatherings and visits with friends, I enjoy preparing my renowned indulgent fluffy gin and tonic waffles. Yes, you read that correctly—gin and tonic waffles. This dish has become my hallmark contribution at various dinner parties and special occasions, and I must admit that it’s a particularly indulgent treat that I prefer to keep to myself. 😉
One thing is perfectly clear in our list of the best cities in the United States: travelers (and locals, too) love the charming, historic cities of the American South. Of the top 15 cities on this year’s list, one-third are below the Mason-Dixon line, and two more are in Texas.
If you’ve ever opened your suitcase to find a shampoo bottle has burst, or cringed as airport security had to rifle through your dirty pants and socks, then you’ll know luggage problems are a rite of passage for travellers – we’ve all been there, done that, and lost the t-shirt.
If you thought the Big Apple had absolutely nothing in common with the modest New Mexican city of Santa Fe, think again.GoTravelDailyreaders voted both as two of the top 10 cities for food in the United States. After all, New York City may be known for its upscale, headline-making restaurants, but Santa Fe is just as popular for its red and green chilies. “For a small city,” said one GoTravelDaily reader about Santa Fe, “the restaurant and food selections are outstanding.” Others raved about the unique, regional dishes like carne adovada: braised pork featuring local meat, dried red New Mexican chilies, and Mexican oregano.
No matter your religious leanings, there’s something undeniably therapeutic about breaking away from normal life and looking inward. Here are some of the world’s most rewarding places to do just that.
For many travelers, shopping isn’t just a thing you do at the hotel gift shop when you’ve forgotten your toothbrush; it’s the entire reason they got on the plane in the first place. Shopping in a new city can be overwhelming; however, it’s a fantastic way to collect one-of-a-kind souvenirs or to pick up designer items you can’t find in your hometown.
As Utah’s best-known ski town, Park City boasts a small-community feel and serves as the perfect base for big-time adventure. Whether you visit in summer or winter, this historic mining town offers attractions for everyone, from top-notch dining options to exhilarating bobsledding. Consequently, you don’t have to be a skier or boarder to enjoy a vacation in Park City. Notably, if you’ve been itching for a weekend full of bobsledding, après ski bars, and mountain biking, you’re in the right place.
Whatever sort of tavern you seek, chances are you’ll find it in Chicago. From taprooms to cocktail lounges, corner dives to speakeasies, there’s something for every imbiber. A lesser-known category of local bar is the book-friendly establishment. Whether featuring an actual literary theme or just a killer book collection, here are 10 Chicago bars ideal for those mellower moments when you want to curl up with a good read.
Cancún is one of Mexico’s most popular tourist towns, largely due to a nightlife scene that keeps the party alive into the early hours every day of the week. It’s not just tourists who flock to the bars each evening; locals also love to go out, have a drink, and socialize, often avoiding the resorts in favor of more authentic venues.
If you resolved to travel more in the New Year, now’s the time to start planning. Consequently, we’re here to help you take to the skies without breaking the bank.
Until 1989, beer was prohibited in Iceland. When parliament finally lifted the ban, some politicians painted a gloomy picture of the chaos that would result as ‘hundreds of taverns’ opened up to crowds with no experience of this light alcoholic beverage. Nearly three decades later, Iceland has a thoroughly enjoyable bar scene – and only a little chaos.
Who better to show you around Music City?
Architecture enthusiasts are making pilgrimages to homes designed by legendary craftsmanFrank Lloyd Wrightthis year to celebrate the 150th anniversary of his birth, which falls on June 8. To mark the occasion, the Museum of Modern Art has planned the exhibition “Frank Lloyd Wright at 150: Unpacking the Archive,” which runs from June 12 to October 1, 2017. Considered one of the most radical architects in history, Wright used revolutionary building technologies and materials and experimented with using the natural landscape as part of his designs. Over his lifetime, he designed more than 1,000 projects in the U.S., many of which were residences that are still privately owned. Many operate as museums, such as Taliesin West in Scottsdale, Arizona, theRobie Housein Chicago, or the iconicFalling Waterin Mill Run, Pennsylvania. Here are 10 Wright-designed buildings that you can visit, including six that offer overnight stays.
In Milan, when the clock ticks over to 6pm and the sun starts to slowly sink, something rather magical happens: the shuck-shuck of ice in a cocktail shaker heralds the aperitivo hours, a time when locals gather to chat, clink glasses, and savour a few nibbles.
Local expert Ksenia Elzeswas born and raised in St Petersburg, residing there for almost 30 years. While Petersburgers may joke about the weather, claiming the sun appears only one week per year, Ksenia passionately counters that notion. She takes immense pride in being a part of a city renowned for its breathtaking beauty and rich history.
Travelers who tour vineyards and indulge in a few glasses of the house specialty are unlikely to leave less cheery. However, there are a few select vineyards around the country that go above and beyond to astound visitors.Yelpanalyzed the reviews of vineyards throughout the country to determine which ones Americans like best. From the Sauvignon Blanc of the Napa Valley to the Rieslings of New York’s Finger Lakes, each area of the country has its own specialties.
Don’t let Porto’s architecture fool you. At face value, its slender buildings appear to house little more than pokey apartments or hole-in-the-wall cafés, yet many doors are rabbit holes leading to spacious living quarters (perhaps with a veggie patch and chickens out back) or modern dining spots harboring chilled-out terraces.
In a city teeming with luxury hotels—including recent openings from a number of boldfaced brands—what does it take for a London property to truly stand out from the crowd? One could do worse than pose that question to the team at 41, a small, independent hotel that has ranked among the favorites in the British capital for four of the past five years and this year came in at No 1.
For over 2000 years, Koreans have shaped the landscape around them into pleasing contours and vistas. The arrangement of rocks is a crucial element of local garden design, emphasizing a more natural appearance compared to the venerable gardens of China and Japan. Moreover, Korean gardens focus on the activity of walking through human-made landscapes, celebrating both nature and art in the process.
Rome’s cuisine is as legendary as its monuments, and sampling the city’s classic dishes is just as quintessential to a Roman experience as visiting the Colosseum. This guide to the Italian capital’s most beloved eats will help you differentiate between yourcarbonaraand youramatriciana, guiding you to mouth-wateringly delicious culinary experiences.