September 19, 2026
A look inside Explora Journey’s latest ship Explora III. Read article.
September 3, 2026
Travel enhances kids’ world with a different kind of education, one that fosters a mix of confidence, risk-taking, and learning to adapt when things don’t go […]
April 8, 2026
At my 30th reunion, an old hurt resurfaced and revealed how differently we remember our teenage past Read full essay (memebers only login required)
March 21, 2026
Scroll through Instagram, and you’ll see Cherry Blossom Season is well underway this year. It’s not too early to start thinking about next spring, though — […]
February 12, 2026
Forget predictable birthday dinners and restaurant reunions. Today’s travelers are letting their YOLO flags fly, craving celebrations that go bigger, bolder and far beyond the bland […]
January 1, 2026
Bi-monthly travel column for the Saturday Evening Post featuring chef-owned inns, and tips for planning your bucket list. Read PDF here: POSTITSJF2026
September 1, 2025
Bi-monthly travel column for the Saturday Evening Post featuring balloon festivals, micro-hotels, and a tasty new museum. Read online version here
August 7, 2025
An unexpected encounter with a stranger on a Florida beach taught me a lesson. Read my personal essay here
August 4, 2025
Pedestrian-only zones are having a moment and are the new normal in many popular destinations. Read article
July 4, 2025
The day my daughter Chloe turned 16 years old, I handed her a box. Inside was a 48-star American flag, folded into a square and sewn […]