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Asador Bastian’s Bar: Chicago’s Best Kept Secret

Asador Bastian’s Bar: Chicago’s Best Kept Secret

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There have been about a thousand articles about Chicago’s most unique steakhouse, Asador Bastian, a steakhouse that has even made it’s way onto the World’s 101 best steak restaurant list (currently the highest rated steak restaurant in Chicago at number 13). Even I published my glowing review of our incredible dinner there just last year. What people don’t know, however, is that you can come here, even without a reservation, on most nights. Because of its popularity, Asador Bastian’s dining…

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Why The Historic Hotel Cleveland Is the Ideal Downtown Stay in One of America’s Most Underrated Comeback Cities

Why The Historic Hotel Cleveland Is the Ideal Downtown Stay in One of America’s Most Underrated Comeback Cities

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People don’t typically think of rust-belt cities as travel destinations, but Cleveland shouldn’t be overlooked. It’s got a world class art museum (that’s free!), a huge zoo, and the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame to name just a handful of attractions that make it a city worth visiting. That doesn’t even cover the start of it – to make it a truly unique and exciting destination, you can check out the foodie mecca of West Side Market, and the…

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Rosewood Little Dix Bay Review: A Luxe Virgin Gorda Hideaway With Exceptional Perks and Minor Quirks

Rosewood Little Dix Bay Review: A Luxe Virgin Gorda Hideaway With Exceptional Perks and Minor Quirks

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Staying at my first Rosewood group resort was a bucket list trip for sure. They are very expensive, and ultra high-end, but when their Black Friday deals came around in 2024, I jumped on the opportunity to get 30% off our entire stay, plus $100 resort credit and free breakfast every day. I honestly never thought I’d be able to afford a trip here even for just a couples getaway, but this deal allowed me to bring the teens as…

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World Class and Wonderfully Free: Visiting the Cleveland Museum of Art

World Class and Wonderfully Free: Visiting the Cleveland Museum of Art

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We first visited the Cleveland Museum of Art a few years ago, when we started on our Caravaggio hunting journey. We went for the singular purpose of viewing their Caravaggio piece – the epic “Martyrdom of St. Andrew”. You can check out our Caravaggio painting search status here. Also check out our new not-for-profit venture, The Baroque Art Accessibility Consortium, where you can find cool itineraries for various museums around the world, and fun facts about different baroque artists and…

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The Best Dinner In Virgin Gorda: Why Coco Maya Is Worth The Hype

The Best Dinner In Virgin Gorda: Why Coco Maya Is Worth The Hype

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If you’re looking for the absolute best meal and dinner experience on Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands, look no further than Coco Maya. I had read some reviews, and folks at the resort recommended this place, but I typically have relatively low expectations for restaurants at the top of popular “best-of” lists. Coco Maya is a huge exception to this rule, and you should not hesitate to book dinner here. You do need reservations, so make sure you take care…

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Why the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame is Worth the Trip to Cleveland

Why the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame is Worth the Trip to Cleveland

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No trip to Cleveland would be complete without a visit to the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame. In fact, many come to Cleveland as a pilgrimage to these hallowed grounds, and you’d be hard pressed to find more music artifacts in one place, anywhere. We visited with our family in late June of 2025. On our second visit here, we were amazed at how the exhibits change somewhat regularly, marveled at some of the newer movies you could watch,…

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A Different Kind of Fine Dining: The Loyalist, Chicago, Delivers Michelin Quality Without the Michelin Price Tag

A Different Kind of Fine Dining: The Loyalist, Chicago, Delivers Michelin Quality Without the Michelin Price Tag

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In between all of this luxury travel, I’ve been trying to save some money at home, and one of the best ways I’ve found to do that and STILL be able to enjoy Michelin-level extraordinary food, is check out the bars and companion restaurants to the real deal. This is a review of The Loyalist, which is three-star Michelin Smyth’s baby basement bar brother. Definitely click here for my ode to Smyth, which was easily one of the best meals…

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Couples Rejoice: Inside the Ultra-Luxurious Sense Spa at Rosewood Little Dix Bay

Couples Rejoice: Inside the Ultra-Luxurious Sense Spa at Rosewood Little Dix Bay

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As a busy professional with a family, relaxing on vacation is absolutely paramount, and a really high-end spa is an absolute requirement for me when I’m going to a resort for some rejuvenation. The Sense Spa at Rosewood Little Dix Bay is one of the best reasons you should book your vacation at this resort, and no exception to the rule. Located higher up on the hill than most of the rest of the resort, the spa offers unparalleled views…

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Restaurants At Rosewood Little Dix Bay – Ranked!

Restaurants At Rosewood Little Dix Bay – Ranked!

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Rosewood Little Dix Bay is an ultra-luxurious property on Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands. One of the best things about this resort is the wide range of food options available, as well as different themed dinner evenings taking place throughout the week. They even offer daily complimentary ice cream on the beach, and afternoon tea in the Pavilion. We had the opportunity to check out all three primary dining spots, as well as The Rum Room when we…

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The Ultimate Rosewood Little Dix Bay Perk: Free Beach Drops & Snorkeling Around Virgin Gorda

The Ultimate Rosewood Little Dix Bay Perk: Free Beach Drops & Snorkeling Around Virgin Gorda

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One of the most amazing perks that you get while staying at Rosewood Little Dix Bay in Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands, are complimentary beach drops around the island. This is a great (and free!) way to explore Virgin Gorda, and it’s definitely worth checking out. They also offer complimentary daily snorkeling trips around the island, which is another great way to see other parts of the island, including The Baths! The resort is quite flexible when it comes to…

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