Growing up, one of my favorite treats in the summer was Kool Pops. I loved them, and I still have an affection for them even though I realize they aren’t…

One of the best ways to get a feel for a destination is to go to a local bookstore. I’m not talking about one of the mega chains, I’m talking…

Summertime is when state fairs are in full swing. I’ve only been to a few, including the Calgary Stampede. One of the things everyone talks about after returning from these…

I’ve been fortunate to travel to Tahiti and French Polynesia numerous times, and with summer in full swing I bet a lot of people are planning their trips there (especially…

Summer is officially here in North America, which means many travelers will be packing up the car and heading out on a road trip. If you’re looking for some great…

This children’s book isn’t travel-related per se but it’s so good and popular that there’s no doubt it would make a great gift to a new family to take on…

I used to be afraid to fly, so I know what a terrible feeling it is and I truly sympathize with those suffering from a fear of flying. The good…

Here’s a new book on practically every traveler’s favorite city: Paris. It’s written by Lindsey Tramuta, who is a journalist and popular Instagrammer in the City of Lights. Amazon’s description of…

If you’re thinking about going on a road trip or driving across the country this summer, check out this richly illustrated book from the travel experts at National Geographic: “50…

I’m not a beer guy. Actually, I despise the taste of alcohol and I’ve never been drunk in my life. However, I can’t say the same for my friends and…

Drew Knowles’ “Route 66 Adventure Handbook,” per Amazon, “is your personal guide to the vanishing American roadside, with all of its exuberance, splendor, and absurdity. For this updated and expanded fifth…

If you or a loved one like visiting film and TV show locations, you’ll want to pick up a copy of Lonely Planet’s “Film and TV Locations: A Spotter’s Guide.” It…

My friend Jo Piazza (no relation to Mike the Hall of Fame baseball player) has a new book out. It’s essentially a travel memoir recounting the first year of her marriage…

World traveler, mountain climbing enthusiast, and scholar Demet Güzey (here’s her Travel Style Q&A) introduces readers to the important connection between food and human expedition in her new book called…

A lot of people are surprised to find out I not only don’t like wine but I’ve also never been drunk before. There are a lot of reasons besides the bad…