Paula Bendfeldt-Diaz 
Istanbul is a huge city and there are so many interesting neighborhoods that when we started looking for hotels I could not decide in which area to stay in. While Sultanahmet is convenient as it is close to most of the tourist attractions including Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and the Topkapi palace this touristy … Read more
As I looked around my son’s room filled with LEGOs and toy robots I wondered what I could give him for his 8th birthday that would be meaningful and special. Looking back on my happiest childhood memories the first thing that comes to mind are those times spent at the beach with my family. What could … Read more
As I planned my trip to Istanbul, staying at the iconic Pera Palace Hotel, built in 1892 by the Eastern & Orient Express Railway to host passengers of the legendary Orient Express, was at the top of my list. I had seen movies and read stories about this glamorous train journey that once transported kings, … Read more
This post is sponsored by The Bentonville Film Festival; while the views expressed here were genuinely mine, consideration was paid to me to produce this post I love watching movies, there is just something about going to the movie theater and being transported to a different place as you immersed yourself in the movie’s story … Read more
Seeing the ancient Greco-Roman ruins of Ephesus in Turkey has been on my bucket list for a very long time. Ephesus was one of the most important cities in the Roman empire and is among the world’s most beautiful and best ancient sites. We would only be spending one day in the area and I was worried … Read more
Travel has become part of our family’s way of life. At least a couple of times a month we embark on short road trips to explore everything that Florida has to offer. On our last such trip we decide to visit the Kennedy Space Center. Our fun adventure started as we got behind the wheel of the new … Read more
Located in Isamorada the Islander Resort recently joined the expanding collection of Guy Harvey Outpost properties after concluding a yearlong multi-million dollar renovation last year. Renovations included upgrades and added amenities throughout both the main 114-unit oceanside property and the 25-unit bayside marina townhouse compound. The Islander is a huge oceanfront property with more than 1,100 square … Read more
As I hear the news about yet another terrorist attack my heart sinks. Having spent two weeks in Turkey just last month the suicide bomber incident in the heart of Sultanahmet really hit close to home. My heart goes out to those affected by the violence and to all the Turkish people. After the initial … Read more
Looking where to eat the best dishes in Guatemala City? You’re in the right place! Finding the best restaurants in town can be a bit of a hunt, but that’s where I come in. From traditional Guatemalan food to a delicious fusion of Mayan cuisine and modern gastronomy, here is the best foodie guide to … Read more
If you have been to Istanbul you must have seen them: they sit on rugs at the Grand Bazar, they walk on the sidewalks of Sultanahmet and doze off on the steps of mosques. They might even startle you by sneaking into your hotel room and they keep you company while they wait patiently at your … Read more
