By Christopher A. Pape

Meeting Eileen Fulton is emblematic of a time when a star was a star. One knew one’s place; certain rules of decorum were expected and obeyed. Ms. Fulton, of “As the World Turns” fame, adheres to the mantra of always being one’s best.She is the consummate professional. It doesn’t hurt that she is beautiful in person as she is on screen, and had the most charming Southern accent imaginable.

By Christopher A. Paper

Have you ever met someone so vastly connected and in tune with current eventsthat you feel like you’ve lived under a rock for twenty years? Well, I’ve just had that feeling. And that’s a good thing! The gentleman that I am referring to, Charles (Charlie) Gasparino, a Fox Business News correspondent, sat down with us and opined on topics like the business of journalism, financial news, Elliot Spitzer, what it means to be a New Yorker and how he gives back.

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By Michelle Inaba Mocarski

Just name what interests you, and you’re likely to find it in Zurich – a city of immense variety, so much that it even became famous as the “metropolis of experiences.” And if you’re looking for a destination with excellent rail and air connections to virtually any location in Europe, there’s no better place than Zurich Airport. The airport has direct connections to over 150 destinations, and it is just a short ten-minute train ride to the center of the city, where you’ll also find Zurich’s Main Railway Station, known as the European railroad hub. But Zurich is much more than just a connection place to other cities in Europe: it has a lot to offer in art, architecture, shopping, outdoors adventures, festivals, and nightlife.

By Anja Mutić

Getting off the plane on a steamy morning in Santiago, our cold January day back in New York suddenly seemed eons ago. And it was going to get even hotter, as we were headed north, to explore Chile’s desert regions that stretch toward Peru. But we weren’t going to leave without at least a couple of days in Chile’s capital. As our kick-off base, we chose The Ritz-Carlton, Santiago. Located in the heart of a prestigious neighborhood known as El Golf, the five-star hotel gave us the full spectrum of perks, as befits its five stars. Staying in our Club Level room with city views felt like staying in a hotel within a hotel, with a separate lounge offering services of a dedicated concierge and complimentary treats throughout the day – from breakfast and hors d' oeuvres to sweets and drinks.

By Christopher A Pape

Wong, a relatively new restaurant in the West Village, is equally delicious and innovative. With a hip interior that is reminiscent of a cool cafeteria (but for adults), food that sings and a friendly staff, I believe Wong has much to contribute to the neighborhood and is here to stay.

By Jackie Yin

A walk around the peaceful neighborhood of West Village is always a relaxing one. And this time, while you explore the multitude interesting shops, don’t forget to sit in these two homey yet classy restaurants – Bistro The Tea Set and Home Restaurant.

By Barry Bassis

This season Broadway is presenting three Pulitzer Prize winners and a musical in which Joseph Pulitzer himself is a character.

By Christopher A. Pape

Michael Tucker of LA Law is a man whose passions run deeper than just acting. Having made his success on stage and then through TV and film in the 1980’s and 90’s, Mr. Tucker has not been content to rest idly. While no longer vigorously pursuing his acting, he has made a name for himself as an accomplished writer.

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