I write about what I know best and what I love: Travel, Restaurants, Theater, Culture, Luxury, Spa/Beauty, and the Arts. I speak many languages, so I am adept at getting to know a culture and location
CRUISE CONTROL
4 Good Reasons To Set Sail
The return to travel has manifested new ways to see the world. For those of us still desiring social distancing and open spaces with the addition of adventure and, perhaps, luxury, cruises provide lots of options.
FEEL THE BREEZE
If the concept of a sailing holiday conjures up images of a Gilligan’s Island three-hour tour, you really should look at Windjamming in Maine. For a three-day to weeklong sailing trip, the association’s eight beautiful schoon...
Foodies, Get Your Forks Ready! It's Restaurant Week (er, Restaurant Month) Again
This year 515 restaurants are participating in New York City's Restaurant Week offering deep discounts for lunch and dinner.
Ways to Honor Black History Month in New York State
Black History Month is a time to celebrate the African diaspora and the contributions and achievements of African Americans. Also known as African American History Month, each February gives us a starting point during which we can recognize the importance of the community in U.S. history. Here are some ways to commemorate in New York City and New York State.
Honor the Path to Freedom
New York State’s Path through History initiative offers an opportunity to learn about and ...
11 Adorable New England Towns You'll Want To Visit In 2023
Contributor to this article about where to travel in New England.
2023 Best Mexican Restaurants in New York Area
True fans of Mexican cuisine want to know who makes the best tamales in town. Who has their own tortilleria, making the flour and corn staples right before your very eyes? Whose hot sauce provides the most flavor? Who has the best selection of tequila? Who makes their margaritas fresh?
Presented in alphabetical order, here are the Top Mexican restaurants in New York.
Dry January, Damp January and Mocktail Week -- Celebrating in New York City
Keep your New Year's resolution to drink less with Dry January and Damp January mocktails and spirits.
Ways to Honor Black History Month in New York State
February is Black History Month -- if you're in New York State or New York City, here are ways to commemorate it
A British Comedy Festival Comes to New York City
Three British comedians take the stage via the Crossing the Pond comedy festival.
In The News: 11 Adorable New England Towns You’ll Want To Visit in 2023
Excerpt from 11 Adorable New England Towns You’ll Want To Visit in 2023 | Gloucester feature by Meryl Pearlstein | Published in Travel Awaits
We gave our expert travel writers the impossible task of narrowing down which adorable New England towns they think our readers should visit this year. From New Hampshire’s cultured seacoast to Cape Cod’s white sand beaches, several of the places they suggest are on the water. We’re not complaining — we love fresh seafood! However, if the mountains are ...
2023 Best Outdoor Dining Restaurants in New York Area
Top Restaurant Patios in New York
Enjoy dining al fresco? Let yourself be romanced by the sidewalk sounds of a big city or pampered by the peacefulness of a restaurant's patio garden. Flock to the terrace, deck or boulevard table and share a bite under the sun, an oversized patio umbrella or the stars.
Check out GAYOT's list of the Top Restaurants for Outdoor Seating in New York, presented in alphabetical order.
Catch These Broadway Shows Now Before They’re Gone – Twelve Productions are Closing in January
Broadway is back in a big way, with many openings, some lasting and some with very limited or shortened runs. A new crop of shows is scheduled for March, but, in the meantime, here are the ones that you absolutely shouldn’t miss. They’ll be closing some time in January.
Almost Famous – Did you love Cameron Crowe’s 2000 film about a would-be reporter coming-of-age in the world...
Closing This Month: A Dozen Broadway Plays and Musicals
The Broadway shows you must-see this month -- a dozen are closing in January.
15 Caribbean Islands Our Readers Love to Visit (2023)
My write-up on Curacao is included along with a link to my solo article.
Booze-free Mocktails Around the World
Whether you’re committed to, or just curious about, reducing or eliminating alcohol from your life, there’s never been a better time to give it a go. Writer Meryl Pearlstein has done the hard work of rounding up some of the most delicious booze-free mocktail options around the world so that we get the easy work of simply sipping and enjoying.
12 Fabulous U.S. Cities That Feel Like You've Gone To Europe
Although I’m an inveterate overseas traveler, sometimes I just like to explore my own backyard. The United States is rich in culture, benefitting from its mélange of immigrants and their traditions. Thankfully, the U.S. has a range of cities that will feed my wanderlust and make me feel like I’ve actually headed to Europe.