By Alex Kuczynski – Original Article I tend to put on weight when I travel for pleasure. It is rude, after all, to refuse a plate of homemade pasticcio in Istanbul, or sweet, cheesy kanafeh in Lebanon. I once spent a week in India trying (and failing) to avoid my various hosts’ rich curries and deep-fried...Read More
By Erica Gragg, For Charlotte’s Book – Original Article The benefits of both common and exotic spices have been sung for centuries, and lately, have become more and more mainstream. Who amongst us hasn’t heard about the healing properties of cayenne, cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger, for example? I too am often singing their praises, especially after having...Read More
By Selfish The Podcast – Original Article Being interested in self-care, one day I stumbled across Erica Gragg and her company Escape To Shape. A self-proclaimed gypsetters, Erica believes in a sophisticated yet down-to-earth way of living- blending traveling, local flavors, experiences and entertainment with balance & wellness. Her company creates a unique travel itinerary that serves...Read More
By Erica Gragg – Original Article Luang Prabang, where the Mekong meets the Nam Khan. Photos by Erica Gragg. Upstaged by its popular neighbors Thailand and Vietnam, Laos is every bit as beautiful and relatively untouched. We’re turning our attention to Luang Prabang, a sleepy river town full of natural beauty and Indochine charm. Our guide...Read More
By Nikhita Mahtani – Original Article 1. Surf Yoga Beer, Hudson Valley, New York, August 11-13 Surf Yoga Beer believes wellness should be accessible, and not too rigid—that’s where the “beer” aspect of the company’s name comes in. The brainchild of SoulCycle instructor Mantas Zvinas, SYB boasts retreats around the world. Future destinations include Nicaragua and Cuba, but...Read More
