Arts of the World

My favorite country in the world for architecture is the United Arab Emirates. “Just let your creativity go wild!” seems to be the message given to UAE designers of buildings …

Looking for a perfect short trip from Boston that feels a world away? Zip north just one hour, and the seaside haven of Rockport, Massachusetts shall embrace you with its …

My husband Colin crochets. Swoon! In the months leading up to the birth of our second child, Colin crocheted for hours on end, day upon day, spinning a wee wardrobe …

History and Family Fun… While planning our family’s Finger Lakes, New York summer trip, I assumed we should stay right ON one of the lakes. Upon reflection, however, Elmira, NY …

See one of the world’s most expensive hotels… Prepare to be amazed as we take a visual tour of one of the most costly hotels ever built: Emirates Palace in …

Want to put a smile on your face and a growl in your tummy? Come ogle the delicious, decorative food we found in the Canadian village of Mont Tremblant, Quebec! …

During my 9-day trip to Dubai, pregnant and alone, I delighted in wandering the Gold and Spice Souks: Luscious markets located in the Deira neighborhood of Dubai. Walk with me …

The story of how I got these Chihuly Garden and Glass photos from the Seattle, Washington museum takes twists and turns, and actually begins in Boston. Is there a word …

Quebec City is a Perfect Vacation… It’s freezing rain in Boston right now, and I’m seized with an urge to write a new article about the best place our family …

One of the largest cathedrals in the world! How had I never before heard of the massive New York City church, St. John the Divine cathedral, nicknamed Saint John the …