Tag: TheWorldAtoZ

California, Distractions, Road Trip

The Topanga Vintage Market

Judy Romano

Vintage markets are always fun, like this one in Southern California.

Musings, Travel

How Do You Travel?

Judy Romano

Deciding where to go on a vacation is only the first step. Don't let the planning overwhelm you -- and once you're on your trip, have fun!

Musings, Travel

Rewrite Your Stars … or How Dreaming Makes You Successful

Judy Romano

I have always been a dreamer! When I was young, that label was used to chastise, but you don't have to see it that way. Now I prefer to see dreaming as a stepping stone to success.

Musings, Travel

Black and White — or Shades of Brown?

Judy Romano

When my son was about two-and-a-half, we found ourselves at JFK Airport waiting for a flight. He has always been a good traveler and we managed to keep ourselves busy for a little while people-watching. After about ten minutes of a never-ending stream of passers by, he turned to me and gave me one of those looks that only a two-year-old can muster -- so very serious, but overwhelmingly curious.

Food, Travel

Boston’s “Politically Incorrect North End Food Tour”

Judy Romano

A quick google search of food quotes and travel quotes shows how closely these two things are connected. That’s one of the reasons I try to take a food tour or cooking class everywhere I go. Boston was no exception

Food, Travel

A Tale of Cannolis

Judy Romano

When I found out Greg and I would be spending a week in Boston, I started asking friends what should I see, do and eat there. I got a good variety of suggestions, but nearly every single person talked about either the North End’s Italian food scene or lobster and chowder. Boxed cannoli from Modern… Continue reading A Tale of Cannolis

Distractions, Musings

Relaxing Isn’t Just For Vacation

Judy Romano

Sitting in a spa chair with warm water swirling around my tired feet, it occurred to me I don’t relax enough. My mind, like the water, was swirling around the word, “ahhhh.”  This luxurious last-minute diversion in our day, part of a quick three-day break from the daily grind, got me thinking about vacations. After… Continue reading Relaxing Isn’t Just For Vacation

26 Years - The World A to Z, Travel

Q is for Queen of European Rivers … Part 2

Judy Romano

There’s a whole world out there just waiting to be explored. Go see it … from a bed with a view on the water! 

Distractions, Diversion, Musings, Travel

Meandering … and Impatience

Judy Romano

I have come to appreciate meandering. For most of my life, nearly everything I did was rush, rush, rush. About the same time Greg and I got together, I learned how to slow down.

Food, Travel, Wine/Cocktails

A Group Tour that Won’t Leave You Whining

Judy Romano

Long-time readers know I’m not generally a fan of group tours, but exceptions can and should be made when traveling with friends or those with a common interest. Here’s what I mean: USC Alumni Associated members at Gray Ghost Winery Recently, the USC alumni association in the DC area (Greg is a member) put together… Continue reading A Group Tour that Won’t Leave You Whining