“IN THE SPOTLIGHT” BLOG

Bright December sunny day at Lisbon's Festive Christmas village

Christmas in Lisbon: Best Things to Do, See, and Eat in the Festive Season

By Marilee Kostadimas

Christmas in Lisbon (Natal em Lisboa) is a meaningful and magical season of delightful festivities, ...

Dramatic summer sunset on the confluence of the Mohawk and Hudson Rivers at Lock E2 in Waterford, New York

Erie Canalway: Add This Legendary Trip to Your Travel Bucket List

By Marilee Kostadimas

Add the Erie Canalway, the 8th wonder of the world in the 19th century and ...

Stella Niagara preserve with trees starting to bloom, tall grass covers the foreground in front of a small white isolated church, the turquoise waters of the mighty Niagara River flow past, and a motor boat skims the water

New York Off the Beaten Path: Lewiston, Niagara’s Hidden Gem

By Marilee Kostadimas

Travel off the beaten path in New York State to Lewiston, Niagara's hidden gem. Yes, ...

Collage images of a beautiful house with tables

Best Places to Stay on the Erie Canal: Our Hotel Reviews

By Marilee Kostadimas

The best places to stay on the Erie Canal in Upstate New York offer an ...

Greetings from Las Vegas poster with some images

Best Things to Do in Las Vegas Besides Gamble

By Marilee Kostadimas

What comes to mind when you think of the best things to do in Las ...

Photo of a cappuccino at Vesta Coffee in Las Vegas Nevada, Las Vegas specialty coffee guide

Coffee in Las Vegas: Best Coffee Shops for the Quiet Craft

By Marilee Kostadimas

Where do you find the best coffee in Las Vegas, Nevada? At a Specialty and ...

Original Historic Route 66 roadway in the Mojave Desert with Route 66 shield painted on the road

Route 66 Start to Finish: The Ultimate Epic Road Trip in the USA

By Marilee Kostadimas

Route 66, start to finish, is the ultimate epic road trip in the United States. ...

A glass of coffee with the word " new york " written on it.

Erie Canal Specialty Coffee Shops: A Canalway Coffee Guide

By Marilee Kostadimas

The Erie Canal specialty coffee scene ranks among the unexpected and unique experiences to discover ...

Grafton street pedestrian walking mall at night time lit up by all the Christmas lights and decorations wishing you Nollaig Shona Duit during the festive season

Peace, Light, Love, and Joy in the Festive Season

By Marilee Kostadimas

"We shall find peace. We shall hear the angels. We shall see the sky sparkling ...