From Jambalaya to Beignets, New Orleans is the place to be when hunger hits! There is a long history of food, influenced by the place’s people and culture; you’ll find French and Spanish flavors mingling with Cajun and Creole. Brunch at LMNO Le Meridien Start your morning right at LMNO with New Orleans-inspired Signature Breakfast entrees such as … Continued
The Twin Cities in Minnesota will always be referred to as home. However, when I moved out of state 6 years ago; the culinary scene was amateur, which is putting it nicely. As the job market has progressively become better each year, people have flocked to the area, especially since the cost of living remains … Continued
David Attenborough’s voice sounded in my head as the Landrover bounced down into the Ngorongoro Crater and Serengeti Plains. I had watched so many documentaries and dreamed about seeing vast herds of animals on the plains all my life, but nothing could prepare me for the amazing opportunity to be there in person. Looking over the Serengeti … Continued
If you’re thinking about a trip to the Big Easy, you’ll need a place to stay! Be close to the action but comfortably at home in these fine New Orleans Starwood hotels. Le Meridien Hotel New Orleans Just steps away from New Orleans’ French Quarter is the all new Le Meridien; this hotel underwent a $29 million … Continued
This article first appeared on Sheknows with the title: “Studying in Israel as a teen gave me a lifelong love of travel:” As a teenager, I was allowed to travel for nine weeks with 150 friends from Los Angeles on a summer Ulpan in Israel. We studied, we laughed and we learned about ourselves. That … Continued
By Jennifer Cartwright The vibrant city of Copenhagen is the capital of Denmark and offers numerous interesting things to see and do. A Copenhagen city break is perfect for those who want to enjoy a charming destination that is unlike any other, especially during the autumn season. Here is a selection of what this exciting … Continued
Have a few days to spare in New Orleans? You’ll want to make the most of them, especially with a Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express! Here’s what you can do: Dance at Coyote Ugly Don’t miss your chance to visit this iconic locale with bartop dancing and great music. You can get … Continued
As a kid, playing Oregon Trail was the closest I managed towards a visit. After 4 years of living in San Francisco and endless numbers of people recommending a trip to Portland; I caved in. Here are the reasons you’ll fall in love with this city and regularly make it a point to return. Several … Continued
In honor of WSGT’s new Independence Writing Award, we will be giving away one copy of Rowan Coleman’s book “We Are All Made of Stars” which takes us on a journey love, life and looking up. This is a book filled with inspiration from cover to cover; choose a quote which resonates with you and tell us … Continued
As another week comes and goes, let’s take a look at some of the exciting writing contests, events and opportunities out there! WSGT’s new Travel Writing Award July 4, 2016 There’s still time to enter WSGT’s Independence Writing Award! It’s been shared via Johnny Jet’s Contest Round-up, USA Today’s Best Current Travel Contests, and through institutions like the … Continued