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Breakfast at Ballygally Castle: farm to table at its finest

A wee book on the breakfast table tells the tales of other local fare like the White’s Porridge Oats served with Waggle Dance honey and Bushmills Whiskey, yogurt from the Marchioness of Dufferin’s estate, and Guinness Wholegrain Bread.

Belfast cuisine: pub grub to 5-star

Posted by Linda Fasteson

Belfast’s culinary scene has runs the gamut from pub grub to five-star dining. And it can often be enjoyed in a grand historic building that dates to Belfast industries like linen production and ship building were the best in the world.

Belfast, Northern Ireland: A Titanic Adventure

Posted by Linda Fasteson

Belfast’s culture and heritage is seen and enjoyed in its world-class architecture, treasured traditions, abundance and range of dining options, and vibrant music and arts scene.

Okemo Mountain Resort: the best of Vermont for all seasons

Posted by Linda Fasteson

Okemo Mountain Resort is a year-round destination for family-friendly fun in the fresh Green Mountain air.

The Farmhouse Dinner Series at Jackson Gore Inn’s Coleman Brook Tavern

Posted by Linda Fasteson

During the summer harvest season, the Farmhouse Dinner Series at Okemo Mountain Resort’s Coleman Brook Tavern at showcases Executive Chef Jason Tostrup’s commitment to fresh, local Vermont cuisine.

Hops in the Hills Beer & Wine Festival at Okemo Mountain Resort

Posted by Linda Fasteson

The 17th annual Hops in the Hills Beer & Wine Festival was held at Okemo Mountain Resort August 6-8, 2017.

The Biltmore Estate, Asheville, North Carolina: a Vanderbilt Legacy

Posted by Linda Fasteson

George Washington Vanderbilt, grandson of steamship, railroad and shipping magnate Cornelius “Commodore” Vanderbilt, built a country retreat in Asheville that is the largest house in America

Asheville, North Carolina

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Visit Asheville and you will discover many of the reasons people like George Washington Vanderbilt were drawn to this mountain region in western North Carolina.

New London, Connecticut: fish and ships and so much more

Posted by Linda Fasteson

New London, Connecticut’s location just off Route 95 makes “The Whaling City” a convenient place to visit, whether for a few hours, a weekend getaway, or for a stay long enough to take in the best of the area’s maritime attractions and rich heritage.

Best alpine trips in Switzerland: Reuti, Mägisalp, and Planplatten

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Our Swiss alpine experience took us to three gondola stops — Reuti, Mägisalp, and Planplatten.

Badrutt’s Palace in St. Moritz: On Top of the World

Posted by Linda Fasteson

Awaken at sunrise at Badrutt’s Palace in St. Moritz and you will discover how it feels to be on “Top of the World.”

Dining in Zurich: some of our favorites

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Looking for a hidden gem? You will need a reservation for a table

The best of Zurich in 24 hours

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Zurich is Switzerland’s largest city, the dynamic and cosmopolitan financial and technology center…

Two Days in the Swiss capital: Bern, Switzerland

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Ever wonder why Bern was chosen as Switzerland’s political capital over the larger Zurich or Geneva?

Dining in Lucerne: the grand, the historic and the delightful

Posted by Linda Fasteson

The Old Town is a charming restaurant and café area and the grand lakefront hotels have fine restaurants with outdoor seating. And just beyond the waterfront are hidden gems with charming dining rooms and garden dining.

All in a day in Lucerne, Switzerland

Posted by Linda Fasteson

Lucerne’s magnificent natural surroundings, temperate climate, city amenities, Old World charm, and easy access by road and rail has attracted travelers for over 200 years. It is one of the top tourist resorts in Switzerland.