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San Antonio

With only four days to spend in San Antonio, we had just scratched the surface of what we wanted to do. We were there for the solar eclipse, but had the chance to visit a few sites……  starting with the Alamo, the San Antonio Museum of Art and a few craft shops dotted around the city. Here are a few highlights:

Our hotel {The Westin} was off the River Walk which made it easy for us to get to shops, and restaurants using the pathways and bridges. The Alamo is always a must see to learn Texas history.

When traveling …… food always plays an integral part in my expeditions. I love learning about and taste-testing items from the region. Tex-Mex is top on my list, and I couldn’t stop eating “chips and guacamole”, which became a staple when having a margarita. Barbecue was next from 2M Smokehouse on the outskirts of the city. and for your sweet-tooth stop by Voodoo Doughnut on Houston Street.

Stay stylish,
Kathleen

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36 Hours in Amsterdam

Eurostar ……. the modern high-speed train we took from London to Amsterdam was a luxurious way to travel. Check-in was not a complicated process like that of an airport, and we were able to traverse comfortably while exploring the picturesque countryside from the UK to the Netherlands. Upon arriving we headed to the Rijksmuseum to see the Frans Hals exhibit, which is on display until June 09, 2024. Another check point was to Puccini Bomboni for the best chocolates in the Netherlands, whenever we’re in Amsterdam we must purchase a few boxes to bring home. Their sweets have a unique shape and the dedication to making these chocolates are part of the presentation and taste.

Dinner was at Gebr. Hartering on Peperstraat. Their creatively plated dishes, multicourse menus and wine pairing are all part of the cozy setting that overlooks the canal. Dinner was enjoyably unique, and I can’t wait to return.

Travel stylishly,
Kathleen.