Janice Nieder
Janice Nieder could be the love child of Indiana Jones and Julia Child. Previously a specialty food consultant in NYC, Janice is currently a San Francisco-based culinary tourism writer who has wined & dined her way through 80 countries. To keep things in balance, Janice also enjoys writing about her Girlfriend Getaways which include spa visits, soft-core adventure, cultural events, shopping, boutique hotels, and chef interviews.
Close Glacial Encounters of the Third Kind in Mat-Su Valley
Glacier Hopping by small plane, helicopter and foot.
Missouri’s Big Cedar Lodge: Rustic Elegance in a Wilderness Wonderland
A mere 10 miles from touristy Branson, Missouri brings you to a distinctly different getaway…the roughhewn, upscale Big Cedar Lodge, tucked inside a remote 4,600-acre Shangri-la, developed by Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris. What began as a modest fishing camp has morphed into a wilderness resort that features...
Wanderlust: The little town that could… and did!
Travel writer Janice Nieder explores the charming town of Bentonville, Arkansas and discovers art, whimsical museums, and Walmart founder Sam Walton's prophetic to-do list.
A Zombie, Vampire and Werewolf walk into a bar…
Only in Georgia is this not the beginning of a joke but a frequent occurrence! Did you know that Georgia is rated number three in film/TV production? No wonder it’s nicknamed the “Hollywood of the South” since almost 250 shows were shot here last year.
Three films nominated at this...
CasaMagna Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort & Spa: The Perfect Girlfriend Getaway
A luxurious getaway a mere 3 hour flight from SFO. It doesn't get any better says travel writer Janice Nieder.
Spotlight on True/False Film Festival
I had heard about Columbia’s True/False Film Festival for years, but since it wasn’t anywhere near my neck of the woods I never got around to going. Plus, in all honesty, I thought it might be a bit “intellectually heavy” to sit through four days of documentaries.
Fast-forward to my...
Exploring Springfield – the poster child for Ozark Cool
Travel writer Janice Nieder explores Springfield, Missouri and discovers a place that oozes small town charm combined with the best big city offerings. Janice shares places to stay, things to do, dining experiences not to miss.
Stark Insider Wanderlust: Towers Lotte New York Palace
Without a doubt, NYC is one of the world’s most exciting places to visit, crammed with irresistible restaurants, shops, museums, and theater... but let’s face it, while it may be the city that never sleeps that doesn’t mean you won’t want to!
After jostling through crowds all day all I...
Hedonistic Hiking in Tuscany: Chianti, Cooking and… Castles
An unforgettable culinary walking tour.
Exploring the wonders of Wichita — and, yes, you read that right!
Dorothy and Toto may have made this Kansas city famous, but it's the shopping, dining, and wonderful sights that keep us coming back for more.
