Every time I go to a hotel, well at least most times, the alarm goes off at either 5 am or 6 am. It's almost as if the housekeeping folks are playing a bad joke on the guests. How many times has it happened to you? Hotel Alarm The other...
Trying to Find the Car in the Rain
When I was in St. Petersburg with my son, Derek, we rented a car from the Tampa airport. We drove to St. Petersburg and stayed there. Since he was meeting some of his colleagues at the Tampa Bay Rays, I decided to join him later for a game. I entered...
Five Things to Do in Las Vegas
There's nothing better than going to Las Vegas, Nevada. It's a magical place where you can sit in a casino all day and gamble away your life savings or a place to shop until you drop. Whatever the case, going to Las Vegas is always a fun time. On my...
Looking for Brunch in Nashville? Try Husk
I'm amazed at the food scene in Nashville. There are so many excellent restaurants but I'm only reviewing the ones I found outstanding. Husk Restaurant was one of them. Husk Restaurant is located in Nashville in a historic residential building that was modernized on the inside. The inside is chic...
Visit Vista Verde Ranch
Are you ready to travel again? Have I got the destination for you! Visit Vista Verde Ranch near Steamboat Springs, Colorado! About the Interview In this episode of Hilary Topper on Air, Hilary speaks with Stephanie Wilson, Director of Sales & Marketing at Vista Verde - a luxury guest ranch...
National Museum of African American Music Review
When I was in Nashville, I went to the National Museum of African American Music. The museum is located at 510 Broadway in Nashville, Tennessee. It's right in the heart of the city and very close to Honkey Tonk row. The museum recently opened in September 2020 and is a...
Audrey in Nashville Review
Have you ever heard of Appalachian food? Well, in the heart of Nashville, you can taste it for yourself under the direction of chef Sean Brock. Apparently, Brock was brought up by his grandmother, Audrey, in the Appalachian Mountains. There, she cooked incredible meals for him. When Brock got older,...
Places to Eat in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
My husband and I went to Steamboat Springs, Colorado during the first week of January. While in town, we frequented many restaurants that I wanted to share with you. Some were good and others not so good. Here's the list: Breakfast/Lunch Restaurants Johnny B. Good Located in the center of...
How Was the Food, Lodging and Staffing at Vista Verde?
You've read my blog from the other day on the Best Ranch in Colorado. To continue the story, I want to tell you about the food, lodging, and staffing at Vista Verde. I was invited to stay free of charge in early 2022 in exchange for my honest impressions. The...
Best Ranch in Colorado: Vista Verde Ranch in Steamboat Springs
If you're looking for an exceptional experience that is right here in the USA, don't look further. Check out my story of an upscale dude ranch, an hour away from Steamboat, Colorado. I was invited to stay free of charge in early 2022 in exchange for my honest impressions. Day...