Articles written by Beverly Yip

15 Rooms decorated in warm Provencal colors in a restored farmhouse in La Garde Adhémar. Enjoy the quiet countryside and superb, innovative cuisine, typical of the area.

Jun 9, 2009 - Beverly Yip

The Hotel Azteca is a converted 19th century Mexican villa. Other than its charm, its services and location make it an ideal choice for a vacation or business meeting.

Jun 8, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Archaeological finds and study of the Mycenaean ruins show how the inhabitants of this Bronze Age city lived. The palace and the entrance are the main points of interest.

May 29, 2009 - Beverly Yip

The Minoan civilization enjoyed enormous success in internal and foreign affairs, yet even at the height of its power, it was not a match for that of Mother Nature.

May 18, 2009 - Beverly Yip

One short chapter in Theseus' life filled with exhilarating victory over the Minotaur, joy from Ariadne's love and the bitter pangs of losing her as well as his father.

May 8, 2009 - Beverly Yip

One vengeful goddess cursed Dionysus to madness. He was later cured but Dionysus' followers honor him with crazed rituals that take 'wine, women and song' to the extreme.

May 8, 2009 - Beverly Yip

His desire was to be a priest but his destiny was to be a general. Zaragoza's short life was filled with a series of battles but May 5, 1862 made him a hero forever.

May 5, 2009 - Beverly Yip

With over 6,000 caves discovered, it should be easy to find one to view the natural underground formations. Here are five unique caves in various regions around Greece.

May 4, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Owing to his relationship with Persephone, Hades is not solely known as the ruler of the dead. His actions show how the lives of the gods affect the lives of mortals.

May 4, 2009 - Beverly Yip

The Sanctuary of Oropa in Piemonte offers a refuge from everyday life, not only for spiritual reflection, but for cultural edification, business and also for pleasure.

Apr 6, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Menton is renowned for its mild climate, annual winter attraction and a good dose of Baroque and medieval architecture. Take a brief walk in time to see how it all began.

Mar 25, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Study of the White Stork population is important in monitoring environmental change. Their numbers have changed drastically the last few decades. Where do they stand now?

Mar 16, 2009 - Beverly Yip

The burial process is steeped in symbolism, ritual and tradition with the body surrounded by untold wealth in order to secure the king's safety and comfort in eternity.

Feb 25, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Passion and betrayal are never far from the surface. Shreve questions the very nature of courage. Rollene Saal. New York Times Book Review.

Feb 23, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Callaloo is a West Indian dish that needs very little attention while cooking. It is versatile and can be served alone as a tasty soup or with side dishes such as rice.

Feb 17, 2009 - Beverly Yip

The USS Pampanito naval career ran from 1943 to 1945. She was built in New Hampshire, trained at Pearl Harbor, fought in Japanese seas and rests in the San Francisco Bay.

Feb 11, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Carmel came into being on account of one man's vision. Nurtured towards the world of artists and intellectuals, Carmel has become the showcase of artisans' dreams.

Jan 31, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Breeding season of the elephant seals bring hoards of mammals as well as humans to the shores of Año Nuevo State Natural Reserve to observe this incredible process.

Jan 30, 2009 - Beverly Yip

The Gala is an eco-conscious hotel in California, which blends an earth friendly commitment with luxury to create an unforgettable yet affordable experience.

Jan 30, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Black Stallion Winery is constructed on Napa Valley's old equestrian site on Silverado Trail. The grounds and interior reflect the old California ranch style.

Jan 30, 2009 - Beverly Yip

Tosca is an Italian tragedy in three acts. Includes opera facts, main character list, plot summary and interesting notes.

Nov 10, 2008 - Beverly Yip