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Tips for the Scaredy Cat Eating Solo on the Road
Here are simple tips from The Women’s Travel Group. Practice these to get out of your scaredy-cat zones. (PS, on our trips we have group dining)
They are ranked by EASY and HARD tips
1-EASY Choose a communal table or bar in a casual restaurant.
2-EASY Opt for the 3 course set meal, that way you will stay for the whole experience. Hopefully, there is an indulgent dessert involved.
3-EASY Smartphones make solo dining easier… if you need a diversion toy.…
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Shakespeare & Your Trip to Dubai
Many of you asked: Will Americans of Jewish Faith regret going to The Emirates and Oman? Here is the answer from Shakespeare:
Misery acquaints a man with strange bedfellows. The Tempest Act 2 Scene 2
Israel, Oman and The Emirates are close because of their mutual misery: Iran. The UAE has already built a synagogue and is planning another as part of an interfaith compound. On our last trip to the area, we saw many Israelis, both tourists and business people.…
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Chocolate Around the World
Chocolate you must try, buy and keep a supply, tips from The Women’s Travel Group.
Chocolate ginger pieces or cookies: a common combo in Great Britain including Scotland. Ginger was imported from India to ancient Rome, then to Britain and ultimately became a colonial favorite. Chocolate ginger cookies can be supermarket level or gourmet from an upmarket store like Fortnum and Mason.
Chocolate with chili: The first time I ate a chocolate/chili bar was in Mexico City Airport. Chocolate with chili is made in Mexico by artisanal candy makers. …