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Life’s a Beach in the Seychelles

It’s definitely beach season, and we

have five incredible anses in the

Seychelles that are too good (and

too blue) to be true... but they are!

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6 Hotel Spotlight

20 Travel Gear

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18 Travel Bites

BY ANDREW MARSHALL

Exploring the delicious Italian

region of Emilia- Romagna.

24 Daytripping in Hungary

BY GABRIELLA RIBEIRO

Urban adventures in and beyond

the bustling capital of Budapest.

30 A Photographic Journey

BY IRINA DORABIATO

The fascinating convergence of

old and new in Dubai.

46 Island of Corfu

BY WANJIRU CIIRA

A jam packed itinerary on this

stunning Greek island.

52 In Your Own Backyard

BY KAREN GERSHOWITZ

Tips for domestic vacations and

traveling close to home in 2021.

62 Travel By Design

BY BEVERLEY HUYNH

A personal journey of culture, costumes

and travel to faraway places.

64 Climbing the (Rock) Wall

BY SARA WIDNESS & DAVE WIGGINS

The post COVID surge in canyoneering

and rock climbing in Utah.

Contents

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potlight

Mount Cinnamon

Resort - Grenada

Gracefully tucked on the hillside atop Grand Anse Beach, an

enclave of 37 luxury villas and suites, each with its own veranda

of sweeping views of natural, unspoiled beauty, awaits your

discovery.

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Yoga, paddle boarding, sailing, kayaking or just

relaxing on a stretch of white-sand beach – a place

not to escape life, but for life not to escape us. A

retreat that revives all, even the jaded jet-set.

The hillside villas and suites feature bright, airy

and spacious rooms each with fabulous views of

the Caribbean Sea and glistening white sands of

Grand Anse Beach. Flirty and enchanting, interiors

are comfortably contemporary and chic with bold

Caribbean colors. Sitting rooms with expansive

outdoor terraces and full open kitchens in the

Hacienda suites and villas invite families to beach

living at large. Bedrooms have king-size beds with

Italian linens, separate dressing areas and unique

adobe-style bathrooms.

Cinnamon Spa offers hot stone massage, facials,

body wraps, manicures and pedicures, pampering

treatment packages and more that will surely

unfurrow your brow. Peter de Savary understands

that real rejuvenation occurs only when you can

truly relax, let go and indulge yourself, so selecting a

soul-soothing spot for spa treatments comes easy at

Cinnamon Spa.

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A Taste of

Italy

EMILIA

ROMAGNA

BY: ANDREW MARSHALL

It’s a typical Saturday afternoon at the Mercato di Mezzo, a quaint little market area off

Bologna’s Piazza Maggiore. In this network of ancient Roman streets, which used to

be home to the city’s craftsmen, there’s plenty of hustle and bustle. Old men engage in

animated conversation, lovers eat ice creams, stallholders yell out food bargains and

shoppers crowd around the fish, fruit, cheese and meat stalls.

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At Tamburini (via Caprarie 1), the display of produce looks like a work of art.

Hams and salamis in every conceivable size and shape dangle in the window,

alongside wheels of cheese, trays of colorful pasta and baskets of exotic fungi.

“There’s been a food shop here for centuries and until 1976 you could still see

pigs being smoked inside,” says the owner, Giovanni Tamburini pointing to a

collection of hooks still attached to the ceiling. “We sell 95 types of hand-made

pasta, 250 types of cheese and 150 types of salami.”

MODENA’S FAMOUS VINTAGE

From the regional capital Bologna, I head for nearby Modena which has

its own special claim to gastronomic fame, aceto balsamico tradizionale di

Modena, a condiment that bears little resemblance to the commercial balsamic

vinegar that most people will be familiar with.

At the Acetaia Paltrinieri (acetaiapaltrinieri.com) a small family producer

of balsamic vinegar on the outskirts of town, the aroma of cooked ‘must’

(unfermented grape juice) lies heavily in the air. “This is the real aceto

balsamico and this is my passion,” says the owner Guido Paltrineri, as he

welcomes me inside his attic, where the barrels of precious brown liquid are

stored.

The fruit of centuries-old knowledge, traditional balsamic vinegar is made

by placing the ‘must’ in a sequence of ever-decreasing sized barrels that are

constructed of different timbers, such as chestnut, cherry, mulberry, juniper

and oak. At the beginning of the process when the vinegar is in the largest


barrel, more porous woods are required to facilitate evaporation, while at the

end of the process, the harder woods are more suitable for conserving the aged

vinegar.

“The scorching hot summers really heat the attics where the barrels are stored

so the must evaporates as it condenses,” says Guido. “Modena’s sharp winters

are also essential for the process.”

Aged for at least 12 years (and sometimes up to a century) aceto balsamico

tradizionale di Modena is a rare and exquisite thing. The longer the vinegar

ages, the thicker and more intensely flavored it becomes. Be warned, try

it once and you’ll be addicted to a taste that is sweet and sour in perfect

harmony. If you have plenty of euros, make sure to buy up big as prices can

double when you leave Italy.

PASTA DELIGHTS

While there are some fine dining restaurants throughout the towns of Emilia

Romagna, you’re just as likely to have a great culinary experience by visiting a

local one. Take for example, Trattoria Aldina (Via Luigi Albinelli, 40) a typical

family-run place near Modena’s bustling food market.

It’s mid-morning and pasta-maker Pierluigi Longaganani is busy at work,

rolling out some delicious golden dough to make tortellini (the region’s

signature dish). With deft movements he fills pieces of pasta with meat and

shapes them, so they resemble small belly buttons. “We learn how to make

tortellini when we are children and have nimble fingers,” he says.

Make sure to stop for lunch, when Pierluigi is only too happy to serve up

some of his fresh pasta dishes for you to savor including tagliatalla salsa di

noci (with nuts, oil, butter, ricotta cheese and parmesan), tortelloni (contains

a filling of goat’s cheese), tortelli (stuffed with a vegetarian filling such as

pumpkin) and capelletti (similar to tortellini but larger and stuffed with ricotta

cheese, breadcrumbs, eggs, nutmeg, lemon peel and cloves and served in a

meat stock).

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THE BIG CHEESE

What would a pasta meal be without that other essential ingredient

Parmigiano-Reggiano? Considered the king of Italian cheeses, Parmesan

cheese is without doubt the most famous product of the province. It has been

in existence for at least the last 700 years and is so valuable that it was once

accepted for wheels of cheese to be used as currency.

Dotting the hills and valleys around Parma are the dairies that supply the milk,

and the cheese houses where the prized wheels are made by a method little

changed over the centuries. What makes Parmigiano Reggiano so outstanding

is its long and careful aging. Each wheel of cheese is aged for an average of 24

months, during which important changes take place that give the cheese its

distinctive flavor, texture, aroma and nutritional value. The genuine article

eaten with a drizzle of olive oil or a few drops of traditional balsamic vinegar is

a simple pleasure of almost regal proportions.

KING OF CURED PORK

In a land that has an ancient tradition for pork, there is a staggering variety

of types available, from Mortadella di Bologna (salami made with minced

pork, lard and black pepper), Prosciutto di Parma (air-dried, salt-cured ham)

to Culatello di Zibello, a quite remarkable delicacy that must be sliced finer

than paper. This soft, sweet, delicately flavored ham whose name means ‘little

rump’ in Italian, is produced in a strip of land by the banks of the River Po

near Parma, which provides just the right humid conditions for the culatello to

cure.

Meat taken from under the rump of the best pigs is trimmed and tied a first

time, and then massaged vigorously with a mixture of salt, whole and cracked

peppercorns, garlic and dry white wine. Later in the process it is put into a

pig’s bladder, which is then tightly sewn onto the meat. Finally, it is tied so

skilfully that it almost seems to be an artistic weaving enclosing a precious

pear-shaped fruit.


The range of foods and culinary experiences that the region has to offer could

easily fill a lifetime. To observe the talent and enthusiasm of a balsamic vinegar

producer or pasta maker, is to realize that food isn’t just part of their culture -

it’s an expression of their lives.

It’s my last day in Italy’s gastronomic heart and I find myself boarding the

Parma to Bologna train, my bag bulging with foods bought on my journey.

The landscape of vineyards, farms and small villages slips by as I snack on

chunks of Parmesan cheese and slivers of Proscuitto de Parma wrapped

around thin sticks of crispy bread. Ah, travel in Emilia Romagna - a food

lover’s nirvana.

Gastronomic events in Emilia Romagna

At the ‘Fiera del Parmigiano Reggiano’ (Feast of Parmesan Cheese), held in

the first week of August, crowds of visitors and locals gather in the streets of

Casina, with the distinctive smell of Parmigiano in the air. The main attraction

of the event is the cooking of the cheese, done by experienced dairy farmers

using an ancient steam engine inside which is placed the cheese still in its rind.

* Between the end of May and early June, ‘Balsamica’ is an event designed to

rediscover Modena’s traditional Balsamic vinegar; exhibitions, seminars and

courses on cooking, guided tours of the vinegar-producing cellars and vinegartastings

in restaurants.

The medieval village of Montebello is brought to life by the annual ‘Festa del

Miele’ (Feast of Honey) celebrated at the end of summer (last weekend in

August/first weekend in September). It’s a unique occasion to learn about ‘the

world of honey’ and all its techniques, varieties and extracts. The restaurants

of the area provide honey-based meals made up of several courses, from the

starter through to the desert.

*Tartufesta’ (Feast of Truffles) is a classic autumn event (October to

November) promoted by the Province of Bologna to highlight the gastronomic

traditions of the nearby Apennines area. Around 15 villages take part in a

packed itinerary dedicated to the white truffle.


IF YOU GO

Where:

The province of Emilia-Romagna

is located in Northern Italy,

between Tuscany to the south

and Lombardy and the Veneto

to the north.

Getting around:

An inexpensive train network

links the main Emilia-Romagna

town of Bologna, Modena,

Reggio Emilia, Parma and

Piacenza. A hire car can be

useful if you wish to visit some of

the food producers, which are

often located out of town.

Tours & further Information:

Visits to the various food

producers (Parmesan cheese,

Parma ham & traditional

balsamic vinegar etc) can be

arranged through the tourist

offices (IAT) of the region.


Seychelles

5Top

Beaches

BY: SIMON DARCY ABBOTT

Renowned for its natural beauty and incredible flora and fauna, the beaches that hem

Seychelles turquoise blue and warm waters are a draw unto themselves. From secluded

powder-soft crescents to long stretches of palm and vouloutier-fringed strands, every

island holds its secret 'anse'.

With well over 120 beaches to choose from just on the three main islands of the Seychelles, here are

five beaches which should absolutely be on every visitor's stopover list.


ANSE

COCOS

An idyllic hideaway spot, on La Digue, Anse Cocos is located on the eastern coast of

the small island and is only accessible by a 30-minute hike, either by taking a path from

Grand Anse or in the other direction from Anse Fourmis. Less well-known than the much

photographed Anse Source D'Argent, with which it shares similar features, picturesque Anse

Cocos is all the more prized for its secluded aspect, which makes all its charms.


ANSE

LAZIO

Known as the most famous beach on Praslin, Anse Lazio is often listed among the top ten

beaches in the world. Age-old granite sentinels stand guard at both ends of the picture perfect

stretch of soft white sands leading to clear waters, perfect for swimming and snorkeling. A must

on every visitor's list, Anse Lazio remains agreeably soothing and will not disappoint.


ANSE

GEORGETTE

Another favorite on Praslin, the superb Anse Georgette is well worth the 30-minute hike

through the grounds of the luxurious Constance Lemuria Resort. Alternatively, it is accessible

by boat. If you make it to Anse Georgette, you will definitely be conquered by powder soft sand

fringed by lush tropical flora, as well as an amazing snorkeling spot.


ANSE

SOURCE D'ARGENT

Reputed to be the most photographed beach in the world, and accessible by a bicycle ride through La Digue's

L'Union Estate, this unique landmark is treasured for its huge granite boulders but also its soft white sand and

clear turquoise waters. Sheltered by the reef, the sea is endlessly calm at Anse Source D'Argent, making it a

favorite for families and couples who just want to be rocked by the waves or try their hand at snorkeling. A

must, if you are on La Digue!


ANSE

TAKAMAKA

Often described as 'breathtaking' or even 'outstanding', Anse Takamaka is one of Mahé's most

stunning beaches. Located in the south of Mahé, Anse Takamaka epitomizes the postcardperfect

beach, where the wild waters of the Indian Ocean come to shore.


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COALATREE kachula adventure blanket

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THERMACELL mosquito repellents

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Daytripping

Beyond

Budapest

BY: GABRIELLA RIBEIRO

You could easily fill several calendar months with the amazing things

Hungary has to offer, but if you’re short on time and prefer to hover

around Budapest and its surroundings, here’s a top recommendation on

how best to explore!


DAY 1

Gödöllő is just 30 kilometers from Budapest and home to

Hungary’s largest Baroque Palace and plenty of architectural

delights all around. For a fun afternoon, try a shot of Palinka the

local fruit brandy and get a slice of real village life in the Domony

Vally where you can get insight into the local equestrian scene.


DAY 2

On to Székesfehérvár ! Easier to reach than to say and it’s one of

the most important towns when it comes to a diverse mixture

of art and architecture. Visits to the Hungarian Royal Hotel,

the Vörösmarty Theatre and Saint Stephen's Basilica are highly

recommended and for an ultra romantic day, take a jaunt to

Bory Castle, a masterpiece of art, sculpture and dramatic design

amazing for photographs!


DAY 3

Gaze in wonder at the snow-white Brunszvik Castle with its

magnificent English garden where unique trees grow and

streams of water flow, and end the day at the Etyek Wine District

just 25 kilometers to the north and enjoy a glass of sparkling

white wine on the terrace of a stunning winery.


DAY 4

Wonders abound from Pákozd which is the site of the first battle

of the War of Independence, to the Castle Park which is an

open air ethnographic museum filled with models of historical

Hungarian castles as they once were. Find some time to mix a

hike in to the equation at the Bird Song Educational Trail with

opportunities to spy rare birds.


DAY 5

The closing act is wondrous. Walk the red rocks at the Bauxite

Geological Park in Gánt and the Balás Jenő Bauxite Mining

Exhibition will make you feel as thought you aren’t even walking

on Earth. The park is rare and unique , with a museum built on

the edge of the mine pit, where you can see classic mining tools

and old photographs beyond the extraordinary scenery.


It’s almost impossible to think about Dubai without imagining

Burj Al Arab - the world’s only 7-star hotel.


DUBAI - the old & the new

A Photographic Journey

Featured Artist: Irina Dorabiato

Camera: Canon EOS Rebel T6

Canon lenses: EF 50mm f/1.8 EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6

Instagram: @irina_dorabiato

For Irina photography is a way to tell a story without

words, it simply freezes moments in time. She

especially enjoys travel photography as it gives her an

opportunity to discover new places, people and learn

more about our beautiful world.



Camels are an important part of Emirati culture. In the past, camels were said to be

God’s gifts to the Bedouin, as these animals often made life in the desert possible.


Dubai’s Harbor - Not far from downtown it serves as an escape from

the hustle and bustle of the city.


Retrace the steps of the fishermen, pearl-divers and tradesmen that

used to come to trade there.



Dubai Historical Neighborhood aims to preserve

the emirate’s rich history.


At Dubai Historical Neighborhood you can discover what life in Old Dubai was like,

during the mid-19th century.



Abras - traditional wooden boats found in Dubai Creek.


The word abra originates from the Arabic word “abara”, which means

“to cross”. Abras were frequently used to ferry people and transport

goods from the bustling markets of old Dubai to far off locations.


The Walk at Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) is a

place where you can shop, dine and stroll by the sea.


Dubai Marina, an artificial canal city, is one of the

major attractions in the UAE.



Follow in the footsteps of Dubai’s early settlers.


Greek Island of Corfu

One island & a thousand possibilities

BY: WANJIRU CIIRA

Islands have an enchanting beauty. And if you want to spend your summer holiday on an

island, you would certainly not go wrong if you chose Greece. Since Greece is home to some

6,000 islands, you can spend your whole summer vacation hopping from island to island,

enjoying their unparalleled beauty.

Corfu, the most northerly of the Ionian islands, offers sandy beaches, underwater caves, forested

green hills, rugged limestone rock formations, museums, and hearty local dishes.

The island, with its array of accommodation, is an ideal destination for families, couples, or even the

lone traveler. Read on to learn about a few of the many activities you can enjoy in Corfu.


1. Take a boat tour

Enjoy more of the western and

eastern coasts by taking a boat tour.

You may hire a boat at Paleokastritsa

in the west or Dassia in the east and

motor along the coast.

Enjoy the blue-green waterfront

framed by thick cypress, pine, and

eucalyptus forests. Stop over at the

wild Arkoudilas or the laid back

Halicounas beaches to the south.

You may prefer the unspoiled Agios

Georgios Pagon or the arresting

Paleokastritsa and Glyfada coastlines

in the west.

At Corfu, you are spoiled for choice.

In the east, you may spend time at

Barbati or Kouloura beaches. Enjoy

the luminous waters and unmatched

mountain views offered by Dassia

beach.


2. Visit the Canal

d'Amour rock formations

The Canal d'Amour is about 20

minutes from the small village

of Sidari. It features impressive

sandstone rock formations that

create a natural passage into the

Ionian Sea. The rock formations

provide hideaways from where you

can dive into the warm, salty water to

explore the myriad tunnels and caves

that are a feature of this coastline.

For even better exploration, you may

hire snorkeling gear.


3. Hike or drive up

Mount Pantokrator

Enjoy stunning views of Corfu

and surrounding islands from the

top of Mount Pantokrator (906

meters), located in the north of

the island. You have the option

of hiking up the mountain or

driving there. Hiking takes about

two hours. The views from the top

of the mountain are matchless.

On a clear day, you can see as far

as the southern tip of Italy, some

130 kilometers away.

Another attraction on Mount

Pantokrator is Pantokrator

Monastery, which dates back to

the 14th century. However, its

current form dates from the 19th

century.


4. Tour Corfu Town

Corfu Old Town is a UNESCO

World Heritage site. The town's

cobblestone streets transport one to a

gone-by era of kings, noblemen, and

noblewomen. The narrow alleyways

of the Campiello neighborhood

provide a special experience.

Visit Corfu town's Old Fortress and

New Fortress for a lofty view of the

capital and the Ionian Sea. Corfu

is one of the Mediterranean's most

fortified port cities. Browse through

small stores for unique, traditional

handcrafted items, shoes, and

clothes. Your family and friends will

thank you for these exceptional gifts.

5. Enjoy the city's culture

Corfu teems with museums and

galleries. The Antivouniotissa

Museum exhibits religious works

covering six centuries of Ionian

artistic expression. Other vestiges of

interest include the Corfu Museum

of Asian Art situated in the Palace of

St. Michael and St. Georgiou, and the

Banknote Museum.

The Solomos Museum, the Reading

Society, the Ionian Parliament, and

the Museum of the Philharmonic

Society of Corfu all warrant a visit.

And if you want to see how an

aristocratic family lived in the 19th

century, visit the Casa Parlante

Museum.


6. Check out the

Achilleion Palace

The Achilleion Palace is located

10 kilometers southwest of Corfu

Town, just outside Gastouri village.

This grand villa was the summer

residence of Empress Elizabeth of

Austria-Hungary, popularly known

as Sissi. You can explore the villa's

gardens, packed with towering palm

trees and neoclassical statues.

Final thoughts

Head to the Greek island of Corfu

to enjoy sandy beaches with clear

blue-green waters, underwater

caves, forested green hills, rugged

limestone rock formations,

museums, and hearty local dishes.

It’s best to visit Greek islands

between May and October.

Temperatures during these months

range between 25 and 30 degrees

Celsius, making it warm enough to

enjoy the outdoors.


Traveling Close

to Home in 2021

BY: KAREN GERSHOWITZ

After being cooped up for over a year, there is a

lot of pent-up demand for travel. But there is

also concern about how safe travel is.

A few months ago, I decided that in the interest of safety 2021

would be a year to explore North America, rather than flying

to more exotic destinations. How, you ask, can staying here

be as exciting as a trip to Paris, Tokyo or a safari in Tanzania?

And how do I avoid the crowds that are likely to converge on

major tourist destinations?


Start by thinking of activities you

love. That can be jazz, antiquing,

cooking, soccer, woodworking or

just about anything. I’m drawn to

crafts, especially artists’ studios. I’m

a sucker for gardens, puppets and

anything that hints at bizarre. Plan a

trip around your passion. Look for

festivals, out-of-the way museums,

contests, workshops, or anything else

that will connect you with equally

enthralled people.

When you arrive, talk with locals

who share your interests. A smile

and genuine interest gets people to

open up. Asking for tips can lead to

amazing finds.

While traveling near Knoxville with

a friend who’s mad for fiddle music,

I visited the Museum of Appalachia.

In one small cabin a guitar player

sprawled on a hand-carved wooden

chair as his sausage-like fingers flew.

The fiddle player broke into a jig,

playing all the while. A tall, stately

woman played banjo and sang with

a soft twang. Although there were

only two of us in their audience, they

played as if they were at the Grand

Ole Opry.

At the end of each song, we

applauded enthusiastically. My

friend asked about their instruments

and songs. The fiddle player tipped

his hat in appreciation and said,

“You gals should go over to the Lake

View Inn tonight.” He went on,

“Every Monday they have a pickin’

session. It’s great fun.” That’s how

we ended up at a free, impromptu

concert, in a motel dining room

filled with devoted locals. On stage

(in front of the salad bar) amateur

and professional musicians played

for hours to this exuberant audience.

It was as wonderful and exotic an


experience as any I’ve encountered.

National Parks will most likely be

over-crowded this summer. But if

you love nature and want to avoid

throngs of people, head to the

lesser-known state and provincial

parks or other government owned

land. At Anzo-Borrego state park in

California there is some of the best

stargazing on the planet. One August

night I must have seen a hundred

shooting stars. If you like wild,

uncluttered beaches and outstanding

beach combing try Ecola State Park

in Oregon. Letchworth State Park

in New York has endless waterfalls,

well-maintained hiking trails and

cabins for rent. In the Okefenokee

Swamp in Georgia I had closeup

encounters with alligators and

marveled at the cypress knees, dense

vegetation and shimmering water.

Every state has dozens of parks, from

wild to tame, with a wide variety of

amenities. I vividly remember going

to a remote park in Ontario when I

was a small child; today’s kids will

retain equally wonderful memories.

The United States is a country of

immigrants and each group brings

their cultural heritage and cuisine

with them. If you’re a foodie, you

don’t have to cross an ocean to taste

the best the world offers. Some of

the best Vietnamese food I’ve ever

eaten, including in Viet Nam, was

in Minneapolis. Go on a food tour

in New Orleans and take a cooking

class while you’re there. In Miami

sample authentic Cuban food.

Charleston has great seafood—go

for crab, bouillabaisse, oysters and

grouper at a riverfront restaurant.

In San Francisco or New York to eat

specialties from across China. The

list is endless and the possibilities

delicious.


Plan a trip around North America’s

lesser-known cities and towns.

Some of my favorites include Hyde

Park, NY, Lafayette, LA and Taos,

NM. They’re filled with history,

local attractions and places to kick

back and relax. They’ll be far less

expensive than visiting a major city

and your chances for discovering

something wonderful are high. If

you chat with the owners of local

businesses, they’ll clue you in to

the local treasures. Stick to momand-pop

establishments rather than

chains and you’ll be amazed at how

friendly and helpful people are. In

Eureka Springs, Arkansas, a shop

owner introduced me to some locals

who were also shopping there. The

couple invited me for lunch, then

gave me a full afternoon tour of the

area.

While you’re in smaller towns, buy

antiques at a fraction of the cost

of the same items in a city. Go to

a county fair and sample the local

specialties. At a fair in Mumford in

upstate New York, I sampled beef

on a weck, an unforgettable pretzelbun

sandwich. I also saw prized

vintage automobiles, talked with

local craftspeople and watched kids

compete in hilarious competitions.

Was it Rome? No, but it was

unforgettable, and I had a fabulous

time.

Think you can’t see world class

attractions outside of major cities?

Think again. Columbus, Indiana

has dozens of buildings designed by

some of the world’s finest architects.

It’s a small city that The American

Institute of Architects has ranked

as sixth in the United States for

architectural innovation and design.

Take a tour, I guarantee you’ll be

impressed.

Most people are aware of wine tours

in California. But do you know

about the Tennessee whiskey trail?

The distilleries are as hospitable and

beautiful as any winery I’ve ever

visited. And the whiskey is world

class.

The Vail Dance Festival brings

together top dance companies from

around the world; you’ll have the

chance to see the NY City Ballet with

the Rocky Mountains as a backdrop.

For art lovers, head to Marfa, Texas

or Silver City, New Mexico or Berea,

Kentucky. All three (and many other

towns) are brimming with galleries

filled with work by emerging and

established artists.

I celebrated my fortieth birthday by

taking an extended road trip around

the USA. Even with months of

travel, I never ran out of places that

delighted and intrigued me. Search

around, go down the rabbit hole on

your browser, you’ll be astounded

at the top-notch possibilities you’ve

never even heard of. Then go out and

explore.


Must-Play

Golf Courses

in Scotland

BY: WILL SHAW

It is every golfers’ dream to play golf in Scotland, and I can assure you

that when you get the chance it won’t disappoint.

In this article I’ll cover my top recommendations for a great week of golf

around the east coast of Scotland. This itinerary covers some classics, but also

some hidden gems that are often missed by traveling golfers.


St. Andrews – The Old Course

We have to start with The Old Course at St Andrews. You’ll need to enter the ballot a few weeks

ahead of your trip and hope you are lucky enough to get a spot, but this tradition seems to add to

the excitement of visiting ‘the home of golf ’.

From being greeted by the starter on the 1st tee, to striping your drive back towards the iconic

clubhouse on the 18th hole – The Old Course will meet every one of your expectations. Playing

the famous 1st, 17th and 18th holes are highly memorable, and I’m sure the memories will stay

with you for a lifetime.

If you’re lucky enough to play on a day where the winds are under 20mph you’ll find The Old

Course very scorable. My top tips are to practice your long distance putting before you tee off, and

at all costs, make sure you avoid the deep bunkers off the tee.


Kingsbarns Golf Links

Kingsbarns is a couple of miles south from The Old Course and is set on top of beautiful clifftops.

It was only built in 2000, but it feels like it has been there since the beginning of time. Kingsbarns

offers you the highest levels of luxury combined with Scottish charm – it is pricey, but well

worth the experience if you can afford it. You’ll be personally greeted when you first arrive, have

complimentary access to the practice ground and will enjoy the beautiful clubhouse and its

surrounds before you tee off.

The golf course has some of the most spectacular holes in Scotland, par 5’s running along the

cliffs, elevated par 4’s and beautiful par 3’s. The course is also fun to play, rolling fairways and

sloped greens require you to really think about every shot and offer you a lot of risk-rewards golf.

Kingsbarns gives you a ‘Sunday at The Masters’ feeling as you hit into the greens, the large slopes

and swales collect your ball and gather it towards the hole, or send it off the green, challenging you

to hit a delicate chip shot back towards the pin.


Kilspindie Golf Club

Kilspindie was designed in 1899 and as soon as you reach the driveway with a vista of sand dunes

and the sea, you’ll feel that you too have been transported back in time. The golf course is short,

quirky and full of character. There are drivable par 4’s, stone walls running across fairways and

rustic huts in between holes.

The opening stretch along the coastline is spectacular, you have most of Scotland to your left,

but any miss right will result in your ball heading off the clifftops and down to the beach below.

Thankfully, the course then winds inland where you’ll zigzag through the long rough and gorse

before making your way back towards the clubhouse.

Kilspindie hasn’t the space or the length to host a grand tournament like The Open, but if you

want to feel what it must have been like playing golf a century ago, this course is a must on your

trip to Scotland. Small fairways, smaller greens and very few calm days – Kilspindie offers you a

great Scottish links experience at a great price.


St Andrews – The Castle Course

The St Andrews Links Trust is actually made up of seven golf courses and while The New Course and

Jubilee Course are both well worth playing, here I’d like to point you towards The Castle Course.

The Castle Course is the newest of St Andrew’s seven courses (opened in 2008), designed by David

McLay Kidd. The Castle Course offers a brilliant blend of modern design with everything you want

from links golf.

Giant undulating dunes and greens with some extreme slopes offer you a beautiful setting and more

than enough challenge as you walk around the clifftops, with St Andrew’s Castle as a backdrop.

Similar to Kingsbarns, The Castle Course requires you to hit some highly creative shots when you

get out of position. If you do get a good score going, you must stay focused until the very end. The

closing stretch will certainly test your nerve, with the par 3 16th hole (pictured above) leaving you no

room for error as you play across the beach and sea of gorse bushes in front of you.


North Berwick GC

North Berwick is well known within the UK for being a must for golfers wanting to complete their

Scottish golfing experience, but it is often missed by traveling golfers. The course has hosted many

top professional and amateur events over the years and provides a tough test of golf even on a calm

day.

As you clip your ball off the 1st tee you’ll have little idea of what is ahead, but when you reach the

elevated 1st green you’ll be greeted by a fine view of the championship course that snakes along

the beach and into the distance. The course layout is a classic nine holes out and nine holes back,

meaning the wind will strongly dictate which half plays most difficult.

Be prepared to strike the ball well as you turn into the wind, the deep fairway bunkers and elevated

greens will challenge your driving and your iron play with little respite. Even if your golf isn’t up

to scratch, you’ll be surrounded by stunning views of the coastline and hills for your entire round.

North Berwick is a must for golfers wanting to experience great links golf in Scotland.

Choosing just five of Scotland’s 550 golf courses to play is quite a challenge. What I like about this

selection is the contrast they offer in terms of golf venues and golf courses. I feel you’ll come away

with a great sense of what Scottish golf is all about. Moreover, these are all within a short drive

from each other, allowing you to base yourself in St Andrews or Edinburgh for your entire golf

trip. For Scotland golf visit, golfinsideruk.com


How Traveling

Influences Design

BY: BEVERLEY HUYNH

I

come from a family of travelers. An annual road trip through the

Rocky Mountains sparked a source of wonder for me growing up. A

trip to Vietnam after high school changed it all. It felt like home. The

culture that shaped who I was to be front and center and meeting family

members I never met left the travel bug and inspired me to continue traveling.


London, England always called my name. So, after a two year move to the UK, it changed

the course of my career as a Costume Designer. To be in a part of the world where dress

was considered an art form taught me to think differently at how I approached creating

characters. London always has workshops, classes, and lectures available most of the

time free of charge, including its museums and art galleries. Japan also offers classes on

traditional indigo dying, Kawashimi and the art of Kasuri. Italy has an incredible ability to

mix patterns in a way that always feels elegant and rich, and the outdoor watercolor artists

always create palettes that I don't always think of. So are their windows and windows of

colorful gelatos... which no matter where you go, you can't go wrong.

Shanghai gave me a lot of inspiration for "The Perfection". I was in the art district of

Shanghai near Moganshan Road where a hand painted dress with a cello on it became a

key piece of inspiration for Alison William's green dress. It's street fashion, of mixing and

matching of designer with vintage was a key in creating the space of the theatre.

Next stop in my travel plans is Africa and India. I've always been intrigued by these

cultures but with very little understanding of them I want to fully immerse myself into it.


Canyoneering

and Rock

Climbing

Moab, Utah

BY: SARA WIDNESS AND DAVE WIGGINS

In Moab, red rocks, arches, and cliffs are the stars when it comes

to backcountry thrills and adventures. The Moab Adventure

Center, which has a finger on the pulse of what to do and

where to go in this iconic natural playground, reports a surge of

reservations for guided canyoneering and rock climbing excursions.

Canyoneering is up 75 percent from the pre-COVID record set in

2019. Requests for rock climbing have tripled over 2019.


What is the difference between rock climbing and canyoneering?

Rock climbers use the textures, bumps and cracks in the rock

walls (and may wear special shoes) to go up a rock wall. Once

they reach the top they descend with the rope and harness back

to the horizontal ground. Canyoneers slide or rappel down into

canyons and grottoes where only a rope can give them access.

Often there are multiple descents through a given canyon.

“What these nail-biting exercises have in common is helping

people move outside of their comfort zones. Finding toeholds

while scaling a rock cliff doesn’t leave any room for fear. Getting

to the top is the only thing that matters,” said Cort Wright,

General Manager of the Moab Adventure Center.


The Allure of Rock Climbing

1. It builds self confidence - Conquering something you never thought possible will bring

an exhilaration you never imagined you could feel. And just consider the bragging rights

(and photos) that will impress friends and family while reminding you of how great you

are!

2. Rock climbing builds trust - Your guides will keep the rope tight while coaching you

up toward the goal. It takes two, and that's pretty reassuring. Guided outings provide a

perfect setting to start climbing.

3. It's a total body workout - Your heart will beat stronger, your legs and toes will flex and

tighten, your fingers and hands will grip firmly on each bump and crag. When you're

done, you can rest at the bottom while cheering on others in your group.

4. It trains your focus - Every climb, on every wall, presents a new way to make your way

up to the top. It's problem-solving in a fun and exciting way that is hard to re-create with

other outdoor pursuits.

5. It's a ton of fun and a natural high - Getting outdoors in a place like Moab, Utah, is fun;

being there with a group of like-minded individuals is fun; discovering something new

about yourself and sharing that experience with others is fun.


When it comes to canyoneering, this region is celebrated as “canyon country” where the

sport was practically invented.

“Like rock climbing, canyoneering is a crafted experience conducted under the

watchful eyes of trained instructors,” said Wright. The playing field is composed of gear

and safety equipment fitted to the participants, sheer rock walls, narrow crevasses, a

breathtaking natural bridge, wide-open vistas, and, always, adrenalin.

“People have been out of touch for over a year. They are clamoring to do something

different, something epic,” he added. “Our trained guides help participants earn

bragging rights. They don’t want the quest for ‘epic’ to get out of hand as it did in the

James Franco film, 127 Hours, which was filmed outside of Moab.”


If You Go

Moab Adventure Center, the go-to

specialists in everything to do in

Moab, bundles assorted activities

and lodging to maximize the

enjoyment of Arches National Park

and Canyonlands National Park.

moabadventurecenter.com

The Ultimate Moab Canyoneering

Guests learn how to rappel 90’ into a

secluded grotto and then drop 120’

off a natural bridge to a spring below.

The experience is finished off with a

3.5-mile hike along a stream through

a hidden canyon on the way back

out to the Colorado River. Included

are all required gear and safety

equipment, guided instruction,

snacks and water, and transfers to

and from the canyoneering site.

Moab Rock Climbing Introduction

Participants at all skill levels learn

through guided instruction how to

improve face and crack climbing

techniques, how to use and care for

equipment, the techniques of knot

and rope work, and basic belaying

and descending. This can help

transition climbers from a climbing

gym to real rock or even offer the

ideal first experience for someone

who has never tried rock climbing.

A variety of routes and a relaxed

atmosphere allow guests to progress

at their own pace.


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