Seven Reasons to Fall in Love with Galveston Texas
Galveston Texas. Seven reasons to love this island on the bottom of Texas, from Moody Gardens to the sands of the Strand, Tremont Hotel, and the Pyramid.
About Janis Turk
Articles by Janis Turk:
Sailing Croatia’s Waters with My Captain
Sailing the Blue Waters of Croatia with My Captain. Pinch me…I’m flying to meet my captain with his 82-foot yacht in Split, Croatia for a sail. Am I dreaming?
Extremadura: It’s What You’ve Been Missing
Extremadura, in the center of Spain, is a region famous for Iberian ham, gorgeous vistas, paradors, and fine cuisine, and it’s mostly undiscovered.
Louisiana: The Lovely Houmas House
Houmas House offers more than just a glimpse at a rich and remarkable past, it also offers modern-day amenities, like a large gift shop and the dark and inviting Turtle Bar, where guests can sip a Southern mint julep or a Coca-Cola.
St Lucia’s Marigot Bay Resort: The Best!
The peaceful yacht-filled Marigot Bay, is home to the Marigot Bay Hotel and Resort on St. Lucia, a place where there are personal assistants and luxury.
China’s Spectacular Suzhou
A seasoned traveler to China advises: start your first Asian adventure in Suzhou, a manageable and fun city with attractive waterways and gardens.
San Antonio: Two Great Historic Hotels
Two new historic hotels that were recently renovated and upgraded: The St. Anthony and the Hotel Emma, in San Antonio, Texas.
The Goring: Glorious and Glamorous
The Goring London has had its share of royalty as guests, including Kate Middleton. Here a regular American can feel like a royal too, in luxurious comfort.
Eating Portland, from Doughnuts to Coffee
Two of the author’s favorite things–homemade donuts and great local coffee–make a tour of Portland, Oregon a foodie’s delight!
Lumeria Maui and Travaasa Hana: Perfect Island Escapes
This is the island getaway you’ve been dreaming of, so escape high rise hotel scene and enjoy a tranquil retreat on magnificent Maui.
Hawaii’s National Parks
Visiting US National Parks in Hawaii: Haleakalā National Park, Hawaii Volcanoes, Pu‘uhonua O Hōnaunau, and Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Parks.
Scandinavia by Rail
The Scandinavian Rail Pass offers a chance to visit four countries–Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland with one inexpensive pass, and see the sights.