Tag: ernest hemingway
Restaurant
Oct 23, 2015Marsella Absinthe Bar in Barcelona, Spain
Now legal almost everywhere in the world, the devilish liqueur known as absinthe is not as elusive as it once was. But long before its worldwide acceptance, a tiny bar in Barcelona was serving it in its purest form, and now the bar is a popular stop for tourists and locals.
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Taiwan: Whatever Your Pleasure
Taiwan’s wealth of offerings ensures travelers find destinations, activities and amenities to suit all interests.
History
Jul 7, 2015Running Through Pamplona: La Fiesta de San Fermín
San Fermín’s namesake festival started way back in the Middle Ages, and is now arguably Spain’s most iconic event. Originally a religious celebration, the event honors Pamplona’s first bishop and commemorates his beheading and martyrdom in the Catholic Church. Legend has it, the man died being dragged through the streets, chased by bulls.
LGBTQIA+
Dec 6, 2014LGBT: Key West
The tiny island of Key West was basically isolated until the beginning of the 20th century, when it was connected to mainland Florida. Since then, it has attracted travelers as a hedonistic escape and residents have included Ernest Hemingway, Tennessee Williams and Richard A. Heyman, one of the first openly gay mayors in the United States.
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12 Reasons to Visit Gozo, Malta’s Slower Sister Island
Gozo may be small in size, but Malta’s charming sister island offers a unique blend of natural beauty, deep-rooted history, rich culture and adventure. Gozo offers unforgettable experiences for every type of traveler. From picturesque villages and cliffside views to ancient temples and festive celebrations, the island invites visitors to slow down and savor the true Mediterranean lifestyle.
Top 5: Hemingway Haunts in Key West
Ernest Hemingway fell in love with Key West and made it his home in 1928. While living there he wrote some of this century’s most important works, including A Farewell to Arms, Death in the Afternoon and, his homage to the island, To Have and Have Not. Visitors can still get a taste of Hemingway and his Key West at these locales.