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There are certain times in my life that I am very glad I travel for business regularly. My last very short business trip to London was one of them. I was very fortunate to see the Dior exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum because it is mesmerizing! Even though the V&A is free to enter you need a pass …

The Connaught bar located in the Connaught hotel in Mayfair London is a gem! The bar has an old-world charm but with a warm ambience and enclosed terrace with available overlooking the Zen water garden. The staff makes one feel comfortable and very welcome. Whether you have a tea, an alcoholic or non-alcoholic libation you will have a mesmerizing time. …

Business travel takes me all over the world! I love exploring and trying to go to different venues even in the same city so I can have different experiences. My recent trip to New York was filled with a conference, a travel show and client lunches and dinners. I feel there is no better way to meet a long-standing client …

What I love about business travel is getting to see my colleagues that over the years have become great friends. My dear colleague Elizabeth and I went to Frankies 570 to have a libation, lite shank and celebrate her Birthday! Frankies 570 is a great neighborhood Italian restaurant on Hudson Street in New York. On a cold winter evening it …

I love visiting my family and getting a break from work obligations, business travel and the stress of everyday life.   We often go to the Cafe de Paris, sit on the terrace to relax, people watch and just take in the sights of Monte Carlo. Facing the the historic casino, Hotel de Paris and the square, the terrace at …

On my recent family vacation to France we made a day trip to the Italian coastal city of San Remo to immerse ourselves in some Italian culture! It is only a thirty-minute drive from their home but a totally different experience. We wanted to spend the day walking around the adorable square & side streets, having lunch and of course …

Located in the beautiful Mediterranean coastal neighborhood of La Marsa in Tunis is the CLIFF restaurant. Overlooking the water, this modern restaurant is stunning during the day when one can sit on the terrace, enjoy a meal and be mesmerized by the blue water of the Mediterranean. Chef Mehdi Khaled delivers deliciously prepared and presented food using fresh local ingredients …

La Voglia is a great family style Italian restaurant in old Nice, a block away from the water. It’s modern, hip and serves great food. Owned by a local family that owns other restaurants in Nice, they have great customer service, reasonable prices and the food is very fresh. The portions are large so perfect for sharing. A wonderful dining …

I love traveling because it opens my mind and allows me to explore the different parts of our world. Often, we hear that that a part of the world can be dangerous, and we visit and see that it is less dangerous than the city we live in. My family and I just returned from Tunisia where I encountered beautiful …