The Best Fine Dining in Los Angeles, by Occasion

The best fine dining in Los Angeles depends on the evening you are planning. I have photographed this city’s dining rooms for 27 years, from anniversary dinners to deal-closing power lunches. The…

Spire 73 rooftop bar at night with downtown Los Angeles skyline views
The Best Rooftop Bars in Los Angeles, by Occasion

The best rooftop bar in Los Angeles depends on the night you want. I have shot events on rooftops across this city for 27 years. Galas, afterparties, brand launches. I know which…

Chinstrap penguins standing on an iceberg near Deception Island, Antarctica
Is an Antarctica Cruise Worth the Money?

An Antarctica cruise is worth the money if it is a bucket-list priority you can afford without strain, because nothing else on Earth replicates it. Expect $9,000 to $20,000 per person for…

Pool deck of the AIDAdiva cruise ship in Dubai
Are Cruise Drink Packages Worth It?

Cruise drink packages are worth it only if you drink enough to beat the break-even point, which is typically 5 to 8 alcoholic drinks per day. At $70 to $120 per person…

Tourists walking with a guide through a desert canyon at Petra, Jordan
Are Private Guided Tours Worth the Premium?

Private guided tours are worth the premium when your time is limited, your itinerary is complex, or the experience depends on access and expertise. Expect to pay 2 to 5 times more…