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Jacquie Kubin

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Articles by Jacquie Kubin

The Ca’ Sagredo Hotel in Venice, Italy (Photograph by Alison Reynolds / Special to The Washington Times)

Venice’s Ca’ Sagredo Hotel: Where ancient history meets modern luxury

One of Venice's most majestic properties, the Ca' Sagredo Hotel sits on the bend of the Grand Canal that divides Venice's main islands, and offers the perfect place to begin a historical and culinary tour of the famed "City of Water."

September 21, 2019

Hundreds of shoppers come to the open air market on Maxwell Street in Chicago, Ill., in this undated photo. (AP Photo)

Chicago’s South Side packed with architecture, music and food history

Chicago's origins lie in its three "Sides," defined by its namesake river -- the North Side, anchored by the John Hancock building and Streeterville; the West Side, known for the Garfield Park Conservatory and Bucktown; and the South Side, considered by many as authentic Chicago for its architecture, music and food.

July 11, 2019

Berkley Springs State Park Gazebo decorated for the holidays. (Photograph by Jacquie Kubin / Special to The Washington Times)

Holiday cheer, history and great food in Berkeley Springs

Just two hours outside of Washington, D.C., small-town charm and healthful, warm mineral springs still flow in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.

December 19, 2018

Arriving at the Hotel Monaco by gondola in Venice, Italy. (Photograph by Alison Reynolds / Special to The Washington Times)

Falling in love with Venice, Italy

Love reigns in Venice through its romantic canals, centuries-old buildings, history and food. Visitors need more than a one- or two-day trip to fully explore its many charms.

July 17, 2018

Posea Ecologica La Abuela (Photograph by Jacquie Kubin / Special to The Washington Times)

Immersion travel to Nicaragua’s eco-lodges and colonial cities

Travelers know that the No. 1 reason to visit Nicaragua is its eco-lodges, properties in somewhat remote areas that allow guests to explore nature.

June 19, 2018

Interior of the landmark Romanesque cathedral Duomo di Modena (Photograph by Jacquie Kubin special to The Washington Times)

TRAVEL: Modena Italy: Churches, vinegar and famiglia dining

Tourists visiting Modena will find all the charm of small-town Italy, where people leisurely walk along cobblestone streets in the early summer heat and enjoying a scoop of freshly made gelato.

July 14, 2017

Classic supercars ready to race at the 17th annual Modena Cento Ore. (Photograph by Jacquie Kubin/Special to the Washington Times)

Italy’s Emilia Romagna region roars as Modena Cento Ore celebrates supercars

The 17th annual Modena Cento Ore, a road rally race through the Northern Italian "Motor Valley," ended as per tradition in the Piazza Grande in Modena, Italy, a city on the south side of the Po Valley.

July 9, 2017

Montreal at night from the Marriott Chateau Champlain (Photograph by Jacquie Kubin / Special to The Washington Times)

TRAVEL: Visit Montreal during its 375th anniversary celebration

Montreal beckons visitors to its 375th birthday celebration with a warm "Bonjour!" The city is finishing anniversary preparations and inviting visitors to participate in the yearlong festivities.

December 8, 2016

What’s all the fuss about Maker’s Mark Bourbon? It’s just whiskey…

There is no thing such as just whiskey. Seeking out bourbon and whiskey on the American Whiskey Trail.

December 31, 2014

Celebrate the holidays with Piper-Heidsicek Vintage 2001 Rare Champagne; give her elegant beaded eyeglass chains by GemCandy: make a promise for future shared times with Glenrothes 1998 Vintage Speyside Scotch Whisky; bring the spa home with Lush all natural bath, shower and skin care products and the ANSR:Beam facial light and treat her to every day luxury with Giorgio Armani Skin Serum and Aqua di Gioia perfume.

2010 Holiday Gift Guide - Best gifts for women

A gift guide for that special woman including the ANSR: Beam, Armani's Crema Nera Obsidian Mineral High Recovery Elixir and Lush's Satsumo Santa Bomb.

December 9, 2010

Chill Treats Dessert Maker, Lego Harry Potter Hogwarts Game and Christmas in ToyTown.

2010 Holiday Gift Guide - Hottest toys

A gift guide to the best toys for 2010 including Christmas in ToyTown, Alphie, Stinky the Garbage Truck, LivWorld's Katie and Disney Dance Star Mickey.

November 25, 2010