Queen of the Road: The Road to Riches
When you get to be my age, you understand that life doesn’t always go as planned. Jobs change, circumstances, too, and you begin to see that the fastest way from Point A to B is not always a straight...
View Article5 Tips for Stress-Free Travel
If you are one of the millions of people who will travel this holiday season, these few tips could save you time and possibly your sanity. 1. Trade the Gifts for Travel In 2010, I decided to forgo the...
View ArticleDiary of a Winter Wimp
November 24 “It snowed today … so beautiful. The flakes were big and fluffy and I feel like I am walking on a cloud.” December 1 “It snowed today … it’s really cold. No one really told me about the...
View ArticleQueen of the Road: I ‘guana Tell You a Secret
It’s a jungle out there. Let’s face it, traveling is not for the weak, especially when it comes to flight delays, baggage mix-ups and the occasional angry airport encounter. But here are my top five...
View ArticleQueen of the Road: An Affair to Remember
I’m in love. At least that’s how I feel when I think of Paris. Like your best friend or your first kiss, Paris never leaves you. It becomes you, whether you want it to or not. When I took my last trip...
View ArticleBest Ways to Time Travel
Anything can trigger a deep memory. I still remember the song that was playing when I kissed my first love; I know exactly where I was — and who I was with — when I first heard the Moody Blues.. A...
View ArticleHave Tricks Will Travel
By Lisa Allen-KostForget about everything you once learned about travel. The days of calling your travel agent are over. Well, maybe not over, but you will need a laptop, smart phone and a few tricks...
View ArticleI GOT A FEVER
April gives me the chills. The weather in Michigan is just cold enough to keep me from putting the patio furniture out, but warm enough to entice me to plant flowers. I blame it on the fever. And the...
View ArticleLooking for America
Nothing lasts forever. Seasons come and seasons go, and this year’s political campaigns are no different. Our favorite candidate will either start making history in November, or will be neatly tucked...
View ArticleTravel Planning for Autumn
It may be August, but it is time for you to think about searching for the perfect place to go on a fall color tour. While Michigan may be one of the best places, many Michiganders might be surprised to...
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