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The first time I experienced the gift of Boletus rubriceps—more commonly known as porcini mushrooms—was, fittingly, on my birthday. It was late August, prime porcini season at 10,000 feet in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains. Thanks to a generous monsoon season, the woods were flush with plump, red-capped fungi. Giddy with the excitement of a successful foray, I plucked the large specimens straight from the earth and piled them into my backpack until the zipper could barely close. It wasn’t until I got home that I realized my mistake.The porcinis tumbled onto the kitchen counter in a sorry state. In my rush,…

He had a similar experience in England, where he was shown around Windsor Castle by none other than Prince William. “If you are touring Windsor Castle, there’s no better person to take you through it than somebody who actually lives there,” he smiles. “It was a once in a lifetime experience. It was pretty incredible. He was an extremely gracious host and had a good sense of humor, and we had the greatest time together. He was gracious enough to offer up insights into what his life is.”Windsor Castle is just one of the seriously impressive locations this series shoots…

On October 8, 2025, we decided to go on a family vacation I was decidedly unexcited about. That entire week was supposed to be my time to attend the Fairfield Challenger tennis tournament every day with my buddy Richard. September and October are tennis paradise months in the Bay Area, with multiple tournaments and ideal weather. This year was especially exciting with the Laver Cup in town. However, October 9 and 10 happened to be school holidays for my kids, followed by Columbus Day on October 13. My wife and children really wanted to visit San Diego to see Legoland…

Planning your honeymoon and not sure where to go? Imagine this: lush rainforests, sparkling beaches, abundant wildlife, and luxury resorts. Tucked between the Caribbean and Pacific Ocean, Costa Rica has it all. It is the perfect place for newlyweds to create unforgettable memories. Here are my favorite spots, based on my decades of planning honeymoons in Costa Rica. Arenal For adventurous couples, Arenal is my go-to destination. This magical region is home to the iconic Arenal Volcano, soothing hot springs, and no shortage of thrilling activities. Begin your honeymoon at the luxurious Nayara Tented Camp, where romance is woven into…

Low nurse staffing can harm patients, but are the costs of fixing the problems worth the benefits or are there cost-effective alternatives? Abstract The NHS, in common with many health systems around the world, faces shortages of registered nurses. Common sense and a huge body of evidence suggest this is far from ideal to deliver high-quality patient care. In acute general hospitals, when there are fewer registered nurses, more patient care is missed, quality is reduced and patient outcomes are worse. But fixing the problem is likely to be expensive and it is important to ask whether this is the…

It was the 4th of July weekend when I got the call. My younger sister was being admitted to the hospital for strange neurological symptoms. The doctors couldn’t figure out what was wrong. Tests were ordered. Lab work was conducted. Zoom calls were made to other doctors at bigger hospitals in bigger cities. Eventually, my sister was given a prognosis. My husband and I packed the car that afternoon, uncertain of when we’d come back. “My husband and I packed the car that afternoon, uncertain of when we’d come back. ” For most of the summer, I learned how to be…

If you ever hear anyone ask why teensy Portland, Maine, has such an outsized reputation in the food world, remember two things: First, those people clearly haven’t eaten here yet, and second, the answer lies in a philosophy ingrained in Maine itself. The state’s proud lack of pretense and its close-knit community of small farms, working waterfronts, and independent restaurants are long-held traditions that predate (and frankly, eclipse) hype phrases like “locavorism.” And that means widespread access to far better food for everyone. Even celebrated fine dining here tends to eschew anything high-concept and instead just keeps it real.That ethos…

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These journeys will operate on luxury train lines such as Rovos Rail, Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, Royal Scotsman, and Golden Eagle Danube Express, to name a few. Prices start at $33,239 per person; in addition to train reservations, the price also includes meals, hotel accommodations, and experiences like safari drives, culinary tours, museum visits, and sunset cruises.For the ultimate train travel experience, Railbookers will also continue to offer its flagship “Around the World by Luxury Train” itinerary in 2026, which visits 9 countries in 60 days. With all-inclusive packages starting at $125,000, the two-month journey whisks guests on 8 luxury train routes…

The Good Trade editors endorse products we’ve personally researched, tested, and genuinely love. Learn more about our methodology and business model here. Our team has used dozens of nontoxic cleaning products in our homes — these are our top picks for all-purpose cleaners with natural, nontoxic, and sustainable ingredients. When we clean our homes, we want them to be just that: Clean. And that means ensuring that we use products that are nontoxic and free from harmful chemicals (not to mention good for the planet). If we’re spraying all-purpose cleaner on the counters where we prep our food, the bathroom…