by Nyssa P. Chopra | Sep 19, 2012 | Asia, Destinations, Travel Well, Turkey
Istanbul is one of the most visually-appealing metropolitan cities of the world and it is no surprise that its architecture in pure Islamic form exhibits the same aesthetic details. Scores of houses of worship have been constructed throughout the city, but these three...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Sep 18, 2012 | Travel Well
I am a huge skeptic of the United Nations, as it’s done very little (close to nothing) in terms of reconciliation and keeping the peace in the world. Today’s status quo is a perfect case in point. But the U.N. still tries, from time to time in its own...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Sep 17, 2012 | Best of... Food+Drink, Destinations, Eat Well, Europe, Food + Drink Guides, London, Travel Well, United Kingdom
come at a steep price, but look no further than the Ritz London, the charming iconic luxury hotel in Green Park. Notting Hill, anyone? From all my 20+ afternoon tea experiences, the Ritz is the reigning champion of the scone. Light, fluffy, and buttery…just how...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Sep 15, 2012 | Asia, Destinations, India, New Delhi, Travel Well
New Delhi, the bustling capital of India, offers a slew of attractions, from open bazaars to regal forts to cultural festivals. These are my top 10 favorite delights of Delhi. Dilli Haat: A Year-Round Crafts Bazaar Across from the bustling INA Market, Dilli Haat is a...
by Nyssa P. Chopra | Sep 14, 2012 | Destinations, North America, Orange County, Travel Well, United States
Think: surfing, gorgeous sunsets, convertibles, yoga on the beach, big waves, year-round sunshine, Chanel sunglasses… that is what you will find along the stunning California coast. As a native Californian, I find the following five beaches to be the best, each...