The Huffington Post. Nov 2015. “There is no such thing as Israeli cuisine,” said Chef Roy Sofer at the hip Italian Bindela Restaurant in Tel Aviv. Over the next ten days, every person I spoke to in Israel gave me a similar answer. Just like the U.S., Israel is a melting pot of cultures and […]

October 2015 Do you know the difference between ecotourism, sustainable travel, responsible travel and volunteer vacationing? While there is a lot of overlap with each of these terms, they all have one common theme – that is to improve lives through travel and tourism. On a recent Yoga Retreat in Bali, Indonesia through international nonprofit, Go Eat […]

Khabar magazine. Print issue. October 2015 A thousand years ago, the Kunisaki Peninsula, tucked away on the western end of Japan’s Seto Inland Sea, was one of the country’s main centers of Buddhism. Even today, life in Kunisaki is a drastic contrast from Tokyo, with its sleek skyscrapers, neon lights, and high-end luxury malls. Time […]

Elegant Hotels offers a unique collection of five luxury hotels beautifully situated along stunning beaches on the west and south coasts of sun-soaked Barbados. With 99% of the on-island staff hailing from Barbados, Elegant Hotels created an exclusive “Elegantly Bajan” program where they feature the island’s true culture and cuisine. Crystal Cove is located on the west […]

August 11, 2015 North Americans need not spend hundreds of dollars to cross the Atlantic Ocean for a European getaway. With its historic architecture, booming gastronomy, and cutting edge cultural scene, Mexico City now offers the same charm as any big city in Europe. Mexico City is a destination greatly undermined by its public perception. […]

August 4, 2015 Over 16 million Americans have practiced yoga or pilates in the last 12 months (source). Yoga studios are popping up in every neighborhood, and more travelers are choosing to go on yoga retreat to exotic destinations such as Costa Rica, Bali or India. Accept it – working out is more fun when […]

Global Atlanta. July 2015 Often Tokyo overpowers our images of Japan. The automotive and electronics capital boasts sleek skyscrapers, busy intersections with neon lights, and high-end luxury malls dotted with hundreds of Michelin-star restaurants. But there is another face to the country that offers pristine landscapes, ancient history and a rapidly fading culture. During my recent visit to […]

CNN – July 2, 2015 There’s never been a better time to be a tourist. Whether it’s a cool new app helping find the best flight deal or a website to help book an authentic meal in a stranger’s home in a foreign city, travel tech has made it easier than ever to make the most of […]

  June 2015 Turquoise blue water, picture perfect sunsets, Dutch Caribbean architecture, landscapes that vary from lush green hills to barren desserts, and not to forget some of the best dive sites in the world – Bonaire is a dream destination for nature lovers. Located south of Aruba and 50 miles East of Venezuela, Bonaire […]

June 2015 As you are getting ready to pack for your summer getaway, shopping for father’s day gifts, or simply want to add to your collection, make sure to check out my favorite travel accessories this year. Each one offers a creative way to solve a travel challenge. From access to clean water, coping with […]

Cover Story. May 2015 Print issue. Whether you are new to the area or a seasoned pro of the region, these 12 day enticing getaways from Atlanta are sure to uncover some hidden gems. This lineup from award-winning travel blogger SUCHETA RAWAL offers something for everyone—lush green valleys, blue shaded mountains, white sandy beaches, crystal clear […]

As more people turn to veganism, there is a growing demand for restaurant menus to include plant-based foods beyond raw salads and smoothies. In Jenkintown, a neighborhood of Philadelphia’s suburbs, a 16-seat enterprise has become the city’s new favorite vegan spot. Flora Vegan Restaurant was the vision of four high-school friends, Dan Brightcliffe and Patrick […]

  The 2015 Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., is currently underway. Each year, locals and visitors celebrate friendship between the United States and Japan during this four-week spring festival. The history of the festival dates back to 1912, when Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo gifted 3,000 cherry trees to the city of Washington, D.C. […]

Carnival season is marked by parades, costumes, music, dance, and parties. From New Orleans to Rio de Janeiro, every city has its own unique charm when it comes to carnival festivities. Last week, I attended a few of the celebrations on the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire. On a bright warm Sunday afternoon, the city’s […]

Want to escape the cold winter chills this season? How about trading in those snow flurries and cranked up heaters for blue skies, white sand beaches, cool ocean breezes, rum punches and lobsters? While there are lots of options in the Caribbean, the islands of Turks and Caicos (TCI) remain a popular choice among the […]

Feature Cover Story 2014 Food Issue Read Sucheta’s monthly column ethnic.city in Creative Loafing Atlanta Metro Atlanta’s ethnic dining scene is growing rapidly as local immigrant communities expand. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that approximately 20 percent of the new residents Atlanta has gained since 2000 are foreign born. In particular, Gwinnett County is the […]

As seen on Huffington Post Travel, September 2014 Until two weeks ago, I couldn’t even pronounce the names of the cities, and now they are deeply engraved in my memory. Greenland is one of those so close, yet so fardestinations that make you feel small, insignificant and detached from rest of the world. When people asked me […]

Published in Cuisine Noir magazine print and online Tucked between Mexico to the north, Guatemala on the west and the Caribbean Sea to the east is Belize, the most diverse, English-speaking country in Central America. Formerly British Honduras, Belize’s population includes people of Mayan and European (known as mestizo), African, Afro-European (Creole), Mayan, Afro-Amerindian (Garifuna), East […]

                                                                    Published on The Huffington Post Travel You want to travel abroad, learn about a different culture and make a difference in […]

As seen on The Huffington Post Travel, June 2014 San Diego often does not receive the attention it deserves as a tourist destination. Yet with beautiful beaches, perfect weather, friendly people, fresh food and a lively downtown, it’s easy to see why San Diego has been named “America’s Finest City.” This summer provides an excellent […]

  As appeared on The Huffington Post Travel, June 2014 Volunteer vacationing, or voluntourism, is a relatively new phenomenon that includes a service component built into a short-term vacation. Don’t confuse it with a mission trip, which is a trip designed specifically to work on a charity project or spread the philosophy of a religious […]

As seen on The Huffington Post travel, June 2014 Italy is the most visited country in the world. Like other tourists, I have visited Rome’s Colosseum, Vatican City’s chapels, Florence’s Duomo, Venice’s canals and Milan’s shopping centers. While all of these sights are notable must-sees, they are also overwhelmingly crowded with visitors from around the world. […]

Traveling to Galapagos Islands has been on my bucket list for a very long time, and I was finally able to cross it off last month. The Islands are undoubtedly the most unique place I have ever been to, and here’s why it needs to be on your bucket list, too. 1. The Galapagos Islands […]

As you consider a spring getaway, make sure to take note of one of the country’s best-kept secrets, The Blackberry Farm located in East Tennessee. The 4,200-acre private estate in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains is surrounded by lush green scenery, unparalleled luxury, Southern hospitality and gourmet cuisine. The Blackberry Farm is actually a family […]