Author: Tracy Ellen Beard

Five Incredible Spas South of the Border

Five Incredible Spas South of the Border

The word “vacation” conjures up visions of spectacular food, delicious cocktails, exciting activities, and exceptional accommodations. Add a few hours of indulgent pampering at an opulent spa, and I am packed and ready to go. Punta Islita, Autograph Collection; Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo; Nayara Springs Costa […]

Product Review: EPOS ADAPT 660 Headset

Product Review: EPOS ADAPT 660 Headset

ADAPT 660 is one of several audio solution headsets recently launched by EPOS/SENNHEISER. ADAPT 660 utilizes Alexa Voice Assistant to communicate with ease; and it is the first to enable voice pick-up through AI technology. The headset features a state-of-the-art Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) system that eliminates low frequency and […]

Boutique Stays in the Florida Keys

Boutique Stays in the Florida Keys

The Florida Keys stretch 120 miles off the southern tip of Florida, with several of these islands boasting exciting boutique hotels, restaurants and businesses for visitors. Islamorada, Key West and Sunset Key offer discerning travelers unique options for accommodations, excellent dining and high-end activities that are ideal to so many […]

Discovering Unpretentious Rustic Luxury at Skamania Lodge

Discovering Unpretentious Rustic Luxury at Skamania Lodge

Experience the miles of steep sheer cliffs, long sections of evergreen forest, and a powerful, untamed river running along WA-14—this is the Columbia River Gorge. The Columbia River is the largest river in the Pacific Northwest, and for millions of years it has raged toward the sea, sculpting this breathtaking gorge. For a local getaway […]

Discover Two Unique Five-Star Hotels in Barcelona, Spain

Discover Two Unique Five-Star Hotels in Barcelona, Spain

The city of Barcelona boasts numerous stylish hotels and rooftop bars, a variety of delicious food, and incredible works of art and architecture. When planning your visit, indulge in luxury and consider booking a room at one of these two exceptional five-star hotels: Hotel Ohla Barcelona or Hotel Ohla Eixample.     Hotel Ohla Barcelona  Centrally located in the city, Hotel Ohla Barcelona is just a short walk from the Gothic Quarter. The hotel’s unique exterior, created by Frederic Amat, a local artist, is a wild display of 1,000 ceramic eyeballs attached to the […]

The Celebrity Chef Tour Pairs Perfectly with Domaine Serene

The Celebrity Chef Tour Pairs Perfectly with Domaine Serene

The James Beard Foundation’s motto is to “improve the world one delicious meal at a time.” One way of achieving this objective is to invite guests to savor fabulous dinners paired with equally fantastic wines in incredible settings. The James Beard Foundation recently collaborated with Domaine Serene in Dayton, Oregon, to host their Celebrity Chef Tour — an amazing […]

The Perfect Pairing – Stephanie Inn and Adelsheim  

The Perfect Pairing – Stephanie Inn and Adelsheim  

Venture out to the Stephanie Inn by following US 26 west from Portland, Oregon, to the south end of Cannon Beach, Oregon, approximately 80 miles away. The Inn is nestled between the coastal mountain range and the Pacific Ocean offering visitors luxury accommodations, gourmet dining and memorable experiences.   Spectacular Sojourns  Stephanie Inn’s Executive Chef Aaron Bedard joins forces with staff to develop events centered around fabulous food and beverages. He […]

Playing the Tourist in Denver, Colorado

Playing the Tourist in Denver, Colorado

People living near exciting destinations typically never fully explore them. My son Garrett lives in Denver, Colorado. He snowboards in the Rockies, hikes the local terrain, drives by the same sights each week and frequents his favorite familiar pubs and restaurants. In June Garrett and I played tourists together, and […]

Fabulous Finds in the Netherlands

Fabulous Finds in the Netherlands

Every country in Europe offers visitors something special. The Netherlands, often referred to as Holland, features elaborate canal systems, century-old windmills, tall narrow houses, oceans of tulips, notable museums, delicious restaurants, exceptional hotels and an overwhelming number of bicycles. The Dutch are also known for their ability to increase the […]

Fun for Everyone at Panama Jack Resorts Cancun

Fun for Everyone at Panama Jack Resorts Cancun

Panama Jack Resorts Cancun offers fun for the entire family with outstanding entertainment, exciting activities for all ages, contemporary accommodations with furnished terraces and ocean views, and multiple delicious dining options. The resort’s impeccable service begins at check-in and does not end until after your departure. Matias Klein, the resort’s […]