By Don Epperson, Sr. We first walked through Tiananmen Square to the Forbidden City with thousands of Chinese tourists; the Forbidden City is no longer forbidden after centuries of being off limits to the masses. Today the Forbidden City is a vast tourist attraction with hundreds of buildings containing thousands of rooms. It is mainly a ceremonial palace for the Communist … [Read more...] about Endless Beijing
Five Things to Do in Reno, Nevada, Away from the Casinos
By Mary Essila In Reno, Nevada, a city famous for its casinos, opportunities to gamble abound. But if you don’t enjoy gambling -- or you just need a break -- here are five things you shouldn’t miss. Grassroots Books stocks new and used books, of course, but also CDs, comic books, movies for all ages, and even kids’ books for 99 cents. Bring a copy of their online coupon … [Read more...] about Five Things to Do in Reno, Nevada, Away from the Casinos
“The Street” Lives Again: Jazz Club Gem Thrives in New York’s Midtown East
By Deborah S. Greenhut ITWPA Member New York City likely has more free music venues than many cities -- if you count the subway ledges -- but it takes a special environment of violet candlelight, the right potions, locally sourced food, and intimate tables to keep an audience in the mood. Enter Club Bonafide on “The Street” (East 52nd Street), where Charlie Parker once … [Read more...] about “The Street” Lives Again: Jazz Club Gem Thrives in New York’s Midtown East
Charleston’s Museum Mile Motherload
By Dana Clayton ITWPA Member Scratch your nerdy itch and spend your money on what you should in Charleston, South Carolina: food. In January, Charleston’s Museum Mile offers a month-long pass to 11 historical sites located within a one-mile walking distance. The astonishing price is $25 adults, $10 children 12 and under. The headliner is America’s first public museum, … [Read more...] about Charleston’s Museum Mile Motherload
Top of the World Hikes
By Jeanne Savelle ITWPA Member Like to hike? Then imagine hiking alongside Jupiter or Apollo, literally in the clouds, gazing down upon the seemingly endless Amalfi coast of Italy. The air is misty, and you can smell just a hint of the briny Mediterranean Sea, which is true-blue and placid in the distance. Here are five hikes not to miss along the Amalfi coast! 1. … [Read more...] about Top of the World Hikes