By Joanne Galko ITWPA Member Feeling Sedona’d out? Visitors needing an escape from vortex energy should head south. Less than a half-hour drive from Sedona lies the pocket-size town of Cottonwood, Arizona. Once a sleepy pass-through city, Cottonwood has become a destination and makes for a relaxing one or two-night stopover. No trip to Cottonwood is complete without … [Read more...] about Unexpected Charms 30 Minutes South of Sedona
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Shopping like a local in Madrid
By Diane Hollands ITWPA Member We just happened to book our Airbnb right beside this wonderful Mercado. We had no idea what was in store and that in our three days in Madrid we would eat there at least once a day. Checking into the Airbnb, we asked for a Mercado to pick up some food to cook. After all, that’s why we get an Airbnb. Our young host said, “there’s one … [Read more...] about Shopping like a local in Madrid
A Feast Worthy of a Barbarian
By Bob Herkes ITWPA member I can hear the platter sizzling as it leaves the kitchen and approaches our table, the steak I ordered still cooking as it is placed before me, along with the huge, meter-high brochette that is placed with the guest across from me. This is truly a feast fit for the Barbarian, who’s larger than life image is on the wall above me. El barBaro, … [Read more...] about A Feast Worthy of a Barbarian
Austin BBQ Joint Sways Vegetarian
By Jennifer Hess ITWPA member Weird things do happen in Austin, a city known for its exciting restaurants, deep in the heart of Texas, famous for meat, BBQ and big everything. So, what’s a vegetarian to do when the whole workshop gang votes to grab lunch near the hotel and walks to a rustic little place touting 40-years of award-winning Texas BBQ? Well, when in … [Read more...] about Austin BBQ Joint Sways Vegetarian
Escape to the Tuscan Hills and a 12th Century Castle
By Chuck Warren Nestled in Italy’s Chianti region, among the rolling hills of Tuscany, is an Italian castle offering 5-star accommodations with a perfect balance of Old World charisma and modern comforts. Castello Del Nero, the restored country home of a 12th-century Nobleman who rubbed elbows with the likes of Machiavelli, welcomes guests with luxurious accommodations … [Read more...] about Escape to the Tuscan Hills and a 12th Century Castle