The two trips to the Dominican Republic weren't planned as such, so my knowledge of Dominican food was limited. We don't have many Dominican restaurants in Atlanta and I assumed it would be similar to other Caribbean flavors I'd tasted in Puerto Rico and at local Cuban restaurants. What I … [Read more...] about Eating and Drinking in the Dominican Republic
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Photo Friday: Boca Chica, Dominican Republic
If I had my way, every press trip would involve beach time. So luckily for me, part of my Santo Domingo itinerary included a day trip to Boca Chica, the closest beach to the Zona Colonial that is also on the way to the Las Americas International Airport. This water baby was thrilled to just be close … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: Boca Chica, Dominican Republic
Atlanta’s Best Cocktail Bars
We all love a carefully concocted beverage. For me, it was always beer, but as I've grown older, I've appreciated the art of mixology even more. Atlanta has a surprising cocktail culture for being the land of sweet tea and Coca-Cola. I made it my mission to check out some of the city's best cocktail … [Read more...] about Atlanta’s Best Cocktail Bars
A Wellness Weekend in Hot Springs, Arkansas
There must be quite a few things a hot bath won't cure, but I don't know many of them. – Sylvia Plath, The Bell Jar If I didn't know any better, I'd assume that Sylvia was talking about a visit to Hot Springs, Arkansas. Because she's right. What's better than the healing properties of a … [Read more...] about A Wellness Weekend in Hot Springs, Arkansas
Atlanta’s Best Coffee Shops for the Self-Employed
The coffee shop is the center of the freelancer universe, a place outside of the home where we can come together to block each other out with our headphones and lattes. Some of these establishments are included, despite their suburban locations, for their excellent coffee, strong WiFi and access to … [Read more...] about Atlanta’s Best Coffee Shops for the Self-Employed