AAA The Extra Mile. November 2023. There’s nothing like completely decompressing on vacation with a day at the spa, and being able to walk back to your hotel room for continued respite. Add luxurious, pristine surroundings, and a spa vacation can be a life-changing experience for the mind, body, and soul. Indulge all your senses […]

HuffPost. November 2023. Carpio Joseph Bernal is an artist, chef, contemporary and modern dancer and entrepreneur. After his sister’s unexpected death during the COVID-19 pandemic, CJ returned to his native Taos Pueblo in New Mexico, a UNESCO world heritage site that has been continuously inhabited for a thousand years, to open the first full-service espresso and juice […]

Marriott Traveler. November 2023. Sitting at the confluence of the Saluda and Broad rivers, scenic Columbia, South Carolina, is marked by waterfront landscapes, historic buildings and revitalized neighborhoods. Not only can you browse the capital’s morning markets, savor fresh Carolina seafood and enrich yourself on Civil Rights trails, but you can also experience outdoor adventures […]

AAA – The Extra Mile. November 2023. Spotting a celebrity while on vacation can certainly add some excitement to your travels. Do you want to maximize your chances of running into renowned actors, athletes, and other famous people? Then you should be staying at the hotels often preferred by A-list guests. Woman enjoying outdoor pool […]

AAA The World. November-December 2023 print.

Marriott Bonvoy Traveler. November 2023. What’s better than sharing the holidays with your loved ones in a warm and sunny destination? Allowing someone else to do the cooking and cleanup. At all-inclusive resorts, you can leave the headache of planning meals, keeping everyone entertained and coordinating logistics to the professionals. From adults-only to family-friendly, these […]

Georgia Trend Magazine. November 2023 print. On West Marietta Street in Atlanta’s Westside stands an apartment building with a lone eatery at its ground floor. At the hostess stand, someone is there to greet you by name. You’re on the “guest list” for the evening. Inside, a minimalistic yet elegant décor of dark blue and […]

Khabar Magazine. November 2023 print. Finally a place where Atlantans can enjoy eggs the Indian way! Eggmania, a New Jersey-based franchise offers egg keemas and Indian-style omelets that desis had been missing amidst a sea of American breakfast places. The restaurant goes a step further with creative, contemporary egg offerings such as Egg Katori, a […]

Georgia Trend Magazine. October 2023. When you shop for good quality olive oil, don’t restrict yourself to Italian and Spanish producers. Look a little closer to home. In South Georgia, near Tallahassee, Fla., Fresh Press Farms is the first of its kind to create a unique vertically integrated farm (meaning the farm grows, harvests, cold presses, bottles […]

Khabar Magazine. October 2023 print cover story. If the first thing you do when you wake up in the morning is reach out for a cup of tea and biscuits, if you reminisce about having friendly banter with college friends by a tea stall on a street corner, if you crave hot masala tea and […]

Travel+Leisure. September 2023 print. For anyone with mobility challenges, gorilla trekking in Rwanda or climbing Big Daddy Dune in Namibia probably seems like a far-fetched dream. But these days, thanks to growing demand, tour operators and safari companies across Africa are innovating to make wilderness wonders more available to those who might previously have been unable to […]

AAA. September 2023. Why are sharks important? They’re apex predators that support healthy fisheries by helping to regulate the ocean’s marine life. Responsibly designed guided experiences around the world have made shark encounters safer and more approachable. Find out where to swim with sharks and change how you think of the ocean forever. Whale Shark; […]

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AAA The Extra Mile. September 2023. German immigrants make up the single largest ethnic gathering in the United States. From the Pacific Northwest to the deep South, the best towns are ready and waiting for you to celebrate Oktoberfest and Christmas this year—German style.   HELEN, GEORGIA This charming, Bavarian village was created in 1969 as […]

AAA. September 2023. With lower temperatures just around the corner, fall is a great time to discover some of the unique festivals taking place around the country. From iconic, cultural celebrations to spectacular, technological displays, here are some of the best fall festivals. DÍA DE LOS MUERTOSOctober 26 – 27 | San Antonio, TexasSan Antonio celebrates […]

Savor Georgia. 2023 print edition. Global Cuisine Plant Based

Khabar Magazine. September 2023 print. Relive your childhood with flavors like tutti-frutti, mitha paan, chickoo, lychee, sitaphal, cassata, and more at the two locations of Kwality Ice Cream in metro Atlanta. Growing up in the ’80s in India, there were not many ice cream stores around us. Brands like Vadilal and Baskin Robbins emerged much […]

Georgia Trend Magazine. September 2023 print. Savannah’s Waterfront seems to be expanding in both directions. With the JW Marriott on one end and the Thompson Hotel at the other, there are plenty of dining options along River Street. The newest addition to the block is Fleeting, a modern chic restaurant that marries Georgia ingredients with internationally inspired […]

Going. August 2023. They hang out in trees but are not monkeys. They have small bodies, long noses, and large eyes, resembling a cross between a squirrel, a dog, and a cat. And their calls sound like grunts, swears, wails, and sirens. They are lemurs, the oldest living primates, and there’s only one place you […]

AAA The Extra Mile. August 2023. While most of the world’s beaches are golden, pink sand beaches are unusual and result in striking pictures. The pigmentation in pink sand is mostly imparted from the decay of single-celled, red-shelled organisms called foraminifera that get crushed and combine with the beach’s soft white sand. Ranging from bubblegum […]

Georgia Trend. August 2023. Strolling through the beautiful sculpture gardens and orchid greenhouses at the Atlanta Botanical Gardens is a real treat any time of the year. Add in food stations serving locally grown produce prepared by Atlanta area chefs, live music and a friendly atmosphere, and it’s a delight for all your senses. In […]

AAA The Extra Mile. August 2023. If you are looking to capture epic photos to fill your Instagram grid, head to some of these popular U.S. cities and towns to view amazing architecture preserved over hundreds of years. From historic homes to stunning skylines, colorful murals to restored buildings, you can enjoy an outdoor gallery […]

HuffPost. August 2023. Mexican chef and restaurateur Richard Sandoval has been a key player in teaching the world about traditional Mexican cooking. Over the last two decades, Sandoval has broken the stereotypes surrounding Mexican cuisine through his 60-plus concepts across 11 countries, two cookbooks, and a children’s book that teaches the importance of food systems and sustainability. […]

Marriott Traveler. August 2023. Combining business travel with leisure (bleisure) does not have to be complicated. Whether you are extending your work trip to explore your destination or interweaving work and play, having a well-packed suitcase will give you the convenience and flexibility to be productive and adventurous. Check out these strategic packing tips for […]