Close to Queen’s University, and adjacent to both the Ulster Museum and Botanic Gardens, is the Harrison Chambers of Distinction. This unique former merchant’s residence dates to 1879 and has » Read More
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October 27, 2025
This summer, I picked up a fun new hobby: Amigurumi, Japanese for the art of crocheting stuffed yarn animals, dolls, and other cute objects (ami = crocheted or knitted; nuigurumi » Read More
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October 17, 2025
I came prepared to visit Seoul with a stack of local currency, an eSIM card, and a list of sights to visit. Those 10 days flew by, and leaving Seoul » Read More
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October 15, 2025
As an ex-San Franciscan, I’ve always been fascinated by Timbuk2’s colourful line of custom-made messenger bags. I spent eight years living in Noe Valley, adjacent to the Mission District, where » Read More
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October 10, 2025
Opened in 2016 (on the site of a former police station), the Courtyard Seoul Namdaemun, a modern, four-star downtown Seoul property, is well-situated for both sightseeing and jaunts into the » Read More
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October 10, 2025
From the moment we arrive on St. Maarten, and eye the inviting azure-blue Caribbean Sea, we can’t stop thinking about getting into the water and exploring this tropical paradise. [Just » Read More
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October 8, 2025
Dongdaemun Gate (the city’s East gate) is a historic Joseon Dynasty-era landmark built in 1398 under King Taejo. And located right across from this treasure is the JW Marriott Dongdaemun » Read More
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October 6, 2025
RYSE, Autograph Collection is a thoughtfully curated boutique lifestyle hotel that caters to those seeking a detail-rich aesthetic experience combined with easy access to Seoul’s metro and bus network. Lodging » Read More
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October 3, 2025
Jean-Michel Basquiat is one of the world’s foremost contemporary artists. The Brooklyn, New York native shares Haitian and Puerto Rican heritage. Though his career was short-lived (he sadly passed away » Read More
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October 1, 2025
It’s true that New York City never sleeps, but in December it adds a little sparkle. The city comes alive with twinkling lights, joyful music, and iconic landmarks transformed into » Read More
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September 29, 2025
What better way to escape the winter doldrums than to spend some quality time in the West Indies? Saint Martin/Sint Maarten (aka SXM) is an island with two currencies, two » Read More
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September 26, 2025
As we head onto the Coastal Causeway Route, I catch my first glimpse of Scotland’s West coast, reachable by ferry from both Port of Larne and Belfast. The route hugs » Read More
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September 22, 2025
What better way to wind down after a long day of travel than with a relaxing spa day? Inside the five-star Merchant Hotel in downtown Belfast is The Spa at » Read More
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September 19, 2025
With 146 rooms and suites to choose from, The Fitzwilliam Hotel, located in the heart of the city, has created a tasteful and welcoming place to call home while exploring » Read More
















