for and by sophisticated executive travelers
It was a two-and-a-half day whirlwind business trip to Zurich. No, I wasn't among the elite heading for Davos but rather attending the Horasis annual meeting of CEOs and other executives concerned with sustainable growth. It was full of stimulating conversation with only a fraction of the stress of the gathering up the mountain. The Horasis … [Read more...]
I made a quick business trip to San Francisco the week before last. It was great to spend a couple of days on the left coast just as it was getting cool back east. I was sorry to see that one of my old favorite restaurants, 1550 Hyde, had closed. It was a great neighborhood spot serving local, organic food. It has been replaced by Seven Hills which … [Read more...]
Following on the hotel breakfast post I thought I'd share this tidbit from the IMDB file on Cary Grant: Cary Grant once phoned hotel mogul Conrad Hilton in Istanbul, Turkey, to find out why his breakfast order at the Plaza Hotel, which called for muffins, came with only one and a half English muffins instead of two. When Grant insisted that the … [Read more...]
Like any frequent business traveler, I have to deal with the dilemma of breakfast. At a hotel it is easily the most expensive meal per day when measured by dollars-per-calorie. It can be easy to rack up significant charges when ordering what would cost a few bucks at a coffee shop. It can also be slow just when I'm looking to get going. And let's … [Read more...]
Imagine a restaurant dedicated to local food and supporting as many local people as possible. Imagine such a restaurant that rejects pretension and doesn't need to add three adjectives to every ingredient of every dish. Imagine such a restaurant where the entrees hover around $15. Heaven? Apparently not if you live in Meadowview in … [Read more...]
I've made three trips to New York City in the past few weeks and that has given me the opportunity to sample three new hotels: Kimpton's Ink 48, Thompson's 6 Columbus, and Choice Hotel's Gem. Yes, I am a promiscuous business traveler and this gallivanting was driven by curiosity, budget, and location. Manhattan hotel prices swing wildly week … [Read more...]
This is a guest post from Andrea Spooner, founder of Executive Travel by Andrea. There is no shortage of diversions in this city located in eastern China on the mouth of the Yangtze River. It is a bustling city built for business but with a vast array of interesting experiences waiting for you. We introduce you to three of the best and … [Read more...]
It has been a busy few weeks but fear not, my latest travel intelligence is on the way soon including my stays at Brown's and The Gore in London and Ink48 and Columbus 6 in New York, my experience on BA, and several fabulous meals. Watch for the updates in the next few days. … [Read more...]
The restaurant scene in Boston is always lively. Recently, your Nomad-in-Chief has had the chance to try three new eateries. I'm happy to say that all are worth a visit. First is Tico, the new Mediterreanean bistro from chef Michale Schlow (of Radius fame). Tico features a wide range of small plates: Serrano ham and tomato-rubbed bread, salmon … [Read more...]
If you are facing a weekend in London, there is plenty to do in town. However, why not consider a bit of time in the country? The Cotswolds offer quintessentially charming rolling, sheep-filled meadows, rambling gardens, and honey-toned stone cottages. Best of all, they're just about 90 minutes from central London. The Cots are served regularly … [Read more...]
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