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– Debra Smith, Travel Writer and Luxury Hotel Reviewer
Recent Stories
Why You Should be Carving a Turnip Not a Pumpkin: Discover the Irish origins of Hallowe’en at the Puca Festival
Visit the Puca Festival in the tiny towns of Athboy and Trim in Ireland where locals gather to celebrate Samhain to the music of fiddles, drums and ancient horns. On a chilly night... Read more
Calgary Stampede: Best Hotel Hideouts
As a local and a luxury hotel reviewer let me point you in the right direction. These three Calgary Stampede hotel hideouts are exceptional. Read more
From Dublin to Newgrange (Brú na Bóinne) by Rail, Bus, and Car: 5,200 years in a Day
Older than the pyramids and steeped in mystery, Brú na Bóinne is a UNESCO World Heritage site and the largest prehistoric megalithic site in Europe. It’s made up of three monuments, Newgrange, Knowth... Read more
Visit the Dark Hedges from Game of Thrones
Game of Thrones fans or not, you’ll want to add the Dark Hedges to your list of sites to visit in Ireland. Here’s how to get there, what you’ll find, and tips on... Read more
Three Great Chicago Hotels: 5 Star to Budget Friendly
Chicago is famous for its architecture, music, and rich history. There’s luxury shopping on the Magnificent Mile, trendy independent boutiques in over 75 neighborhoods, and don’t get me started on the dining options.... Read more
No Guidebook? No Problem! See Chicago with local tips on Reddit
There are so many online sources for trip planning these days that guidebooks are quickly becoming a thing of the past. For our recent trip to Chicago I did a deep dive into... Read more