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I typically consider a trip a vacation if it involves a tropical climate and lots of beach time. However, my recent travels led me to want more educational and participatory experiences that do not exclude big cities and easily fit into my solo travel plans. With this in mind, and from your experience, what do you consider the best U.S. city for solo female travel?
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In our March 2022 issue we noted: With the anticipated return to international travel, many people once again plan special trips they postponed during the pandemic. Janice Hecht, senior editor, dreams of returning to Ireland and seeing Scotland for the first time. Are you planning to visit a bucket-list destination or celebrate a milestone by traveling abroad this year? A few readers wrote in:
I have always wanted to go on a National Geographic Expeditions trip to Antarctica. Something about the remoteness of Antarctica has always appealed to me, and I have extensively researched the cruise. After talking with friends, they convinced me to book the trip this year. I am beyond excited to finally see in person what I have only seen in photos and movies for years. I’m probably most excited to view the icebergs and wildlife. I’m certain no photograph can compare to seeing it up close. To be able to see penguins and whales will also be part of the fun, of course.
JOEL LAMBERT, VIA EMAIL
My husband and I planned a trip to Thailand for late summer. It’s been on our bucket list for several years, and we now set our sights specifically on Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phuket. I love exploring the history of every destination I visit, and Bangkok boasts a rich history with many sites for tourists.
My husband looks forward to visiting Chiang Mai to see the beautiful rice fields and hike Doi Inthanon. I may not join him on the hike, depending on the strenuous demands of the trek, but I expect him to take stunning images of the view from the summit. We both look forward to trying the cuisines of each city, as we love Thai food and want to finally enjoy the authentic dishes.
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In the Feb. 23 issue of eFlyer, we told readers about the opening of One at Palm Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection, Dubai. We asked: Do you have an upcoming trip planned for Dubai? One reader shared feedback.
Funnily enough, when I first read the article on this new property opening in Dubai, I had just booked my plane ticket to Dubai this fall! Reading about One at Palm Jumeirah, Dorchester Collection, Dubai, made me seriously consider booking a stay there, as it not only looks luxurious but also provides great amenities I often look for when choosing a hotel.
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INDIANAPOLIS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ARTS PROGRAM TO HIGHLIGHT BLACK EXPERIENCES
In the Feb. 16 issue of eFlyer, we told readers about Indianapolis International Airport’s latest art exhibition displaying works by Black artists. We asked: Do you think local art should be displayed in more airports across the country? One reader shared this response:
Because each airport is inextricably tied to the area in which it operates, I strongly believe showcasing what makes the region special is important. So many people come through airports every day, many not from the area. Displays of art and other features that represent the surrounding area or city give visitors a glimpse of the region even if they never leave the terminal.
I loved reading how Indianapolis International Airport highlights Black experiences. I looked up images of the pieces on display, and they took my breath away. I can only imagine how much more meaningful it is to see them in person.
KUNAL MOHAMED, VIA EMAIL
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In our January/February 2022 issue, we accidentally misspelled the name of contributor Jarone Ashkenazi. Our apologies for the oversight.
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Torrontés Tango
Argentina’s signature white will have all your senses dancing.
in an attempt to describe Torrontés, argentina’s signature white wine, some have compared it to Pinot Grigio, viognier, even Riesling. but none come close. Made from the grape of the same name, Torrontés is like no other. it begins with an aroma that conjures up a bouquet of flowers (the honeyed, perfumed Muscat of alexandria is one of its ancestors), hinting that a sweet wine will follow. but no, Torrontés goes toward dry and fruity with a tangy and spicy edge. it is the perfect aperitif and equally right with shellfish, niçoise salad, chicken, other whitemeat dishes, lightly flavored cheese and many asian foods. as americans discover this intriguing wine, they will also discover that, with a myriad of choices, even the most attractive
Torrontés usually costs under $20. and what are the most attractive Torrontés? among two dozen that i’ve recently tasted, these are my favorites. Xavier Flouret Flaca 2008 ($18) is one of the most elegant Torrontés, with a delicate floral nose that hints of apricot and peach; a dry, round, well-structured body; a fruit-filled taste Powered by and vibrant acidity; and a long, delicious finish. its Muscat ancestor comes to the fore in lo
Tengo 2009’s ($11.50) vivid, flowery aroma. it goes on to be a clearly focused, intensely flavored, bright and satisfying wine. There is a suggestion of sweet mint and an evocation of orange and peach in Finca la linda 2009’s ($11) aroma, followed by a relatively full body and excellent balance. altogether a pleasing, inviting wine. Finca el origen Reserva 2009 ($12) is clean, crisp and refreshing, offering a typical Torrontés floral flavor with pear and peach overtones and a gentle reminder of citrus fruits in the mouth. a particularly harmonious wine. The delightful Pascual Toso 2009 ($15) combines keen fruit flavors, herbal notes and a fresh lemony acidity with a trace of honey and floral tones. Following its aroma of fresh flowers and ripe fruit, Colomé 2009 ($15) is a graceful wine with citric notes reminiscent of grapefruit. 72 globaltravelerusa.com JUNE 2017 The pale-shaded Dominio del Plata’s Crios 2009 ($13.50) has a lilac-scented aroma with peach overtones followed by a dry, tangy taste.
Art of IN THE COOK ISLANDS, on Rarotonga, I’m walking along a dusty path, edged by a plethora of plants and trees. Fat papayas hang from their umbrella-like trees; bananas, still green on the stem, invite; and mangos, ripe and ready, have Healing fallen from their roost. Blossoming bushes waft a perfume, butterflies circle halos around my head, and a stream gurgles nearby. A mother sow and her family of cartoonish piglets join me on the road. Not one but 10 roosters crow in competing symphonies — though early morning is long past. The sea lies nearby, but here, hiking inland, surrounded by steep hills and much vegetation, I feel like the only person left on Earth. Ease body, mind and soul in Luckily, I’m not. I share this walk with one of the Cook Islands’ most the natural goodness of the famous residents, a larger-than-life figure known as Uncle Pa, once a world surfing champion. Though an octogenarian, he wears long dreadlocks, treks Cook Islands. BY BECCA HENSLEY shirtless and sports a colorful sarong. With rippling muscles and the physique of a 30-year-old man, he belies aging and serves as the metaphorical poster child for his role as this island nation’s most famous healer. An herbalist or kahuna, he learned from his grandmother about the power of the plants that BEACHSIDE BLISS: grow on these less-traveled islands. Intuitive, fearless, with a foot in both the Spa treatment on the beach at Aitutaki Lagoon past and the modern world, Uncle Pa has helped thousands of people regain their health over the years. As we walk, he picks leaves, flowers, berries and PHOTO: © STEVE ALLEN | DREAMSTIME.COM fruit. He tells me how he makes elixirs or poultices from them; he lets me taste INFO TO GO
A variety of international airlines fly to Rarotonga International Airport on the Cook Islands’ main island. In December 2016 Air New Zealand began weekly non-stop flights on its comfortable Boeing 777-200 aircraft, which offers a new premium-economy option, from Los Angeles (LAX), making the trek from the United States easier than ever.
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