Author: BashfulAdventurer

A Review of the Parker New York Hyatt

Several people mill about in the two-story lobby at the Parker New York Hyatt featuring white floors and columns. Photo credit: M. Ciavardini.

The Bashful Adventurer reviews the Parker New York Hyatt hotel in midtown Manhattan: What inspires me to book a stay at the Parker New York Hyatt? That it is just steps away from the Russian Tea Room, where I happen…

Russian Tea Room Review

A translucent bear at the Russian Tea Room in New York City that is also an aquarium. Photo credit: M. Ciavardini.

The Bashful Adventurer descends on the iconic Russian Team Room restaurant in New York City. But will it live up to her dreams and its past glory?

A Visit to the Babe Ruth Grave

Baseball bats placed at the grave of legendary baseball player Babe Ruth in Hawthorne, NY. Photo credit: M. Ciavardini.

Finding themselves in Hawthorne, NY (Westchester County), the Bashful Adventurer and the Brawny Sherpa visit the grave of Babe Ruth. Will they appreciate what they find there?

Savor Milan: Things to Do in Milan, Italy

The view of the Duomo from the Museo del Novecento. Photo credit: M. Ciavardini.

Milan seems to be a hopping off point, the place where you land and then leave. But there are so many good reasons to stay for a bit. The Bashful Adventurer explores things to do in Milan, Italy.