Tag: Movies
Ready for the Oscars
I look forward to watching the Academy Awards show every year. True, there are plenty of other shows focused on recognizing the best in television and film these days: the Screen Actors Guild awards, Hollywood Foreign Press awards, People's Choice, BAFTA, Golden Globes. But for years the Oscars was the only televised game in town, and even now winning the golden statue is generally regarded as the pinnacle of achievement in the film industry.
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Gorilla Forest Lodge, An A&K Sanctuary, Reopens After Stunning Transformation
Gorilla Forest Lodge offers an unrivaled base for encountering mountain gorillas. The lodge's location inside Bwindi Impenetrable National Park’s gates means guests are never far from these magnificent creatures, with gorillas occasionally wandering onto the property itself.
Visiting Home Alone Locations
In a recent blog I wrote about a local pizza place transformed into the fictional Little Nero's Pizza from Home Alone. Remembering parts of the movie were filmed just north of Chicago, I went searching for a few of the famous locations.
Chicago International Film Festival
The Chicago International Film Festival is running through October 22, and I am checking out a lot of premieres. This is the best time of year for cinephiles in Chicago.
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Three Must-Do AmaWaterways River Cruises for the Entire Family
For travelers seeking the perfect blend of relaxation, cultural immersion and family-friendly adventure, few experiences rival that of an AmaWaterways river cruise. Recently honored in Global Traveler’s 2025 Leisure Lifestyle Awards as Best River Cruise Line for the third consecutive year, AmaWaterways continues to set the standard for authentic and inclusive exploration on Europe’s storied waterways. Throughout your journey, you’ll enjoy spacious staterooms; exquisite farm-to-ship cuisine; enriching excursions led by expert local guides; and a warm, attentive crew dedicated to making every journey seamless. For families looking to create lasting memories, here are three unforgettable AmaWaterways itineraries worth experiencing within the coming months.
Movie Watchlist
While nothing can compare to my collection of books and the growing number of books read, I have lately been watching more films I often see referenced culturally, whether it be in a TV show or in a book or even in conversation. This means watching both the classics and more contemporary films. After all, books, movies and shows are so interconnected, especially today, it’s almost impossible to fully appreciate and understand one without delving into the others.