Tracy Block

From the Florida Keys to Amelia Island and Orlando to St. Pete Beach, when it comes to all-inclusive vacations, the Sunshine State delivers everything under the sun.
While Florida may not have as many traditional all-inclusive resorts as international destinations like Mexico, there are packages, deals and experience resort credits that turn many of these luxury properties into staycation steals.

The most prestigious art fair in the Americas, the 2023 installment of Art Basel Miami Beach, in collaboration with UBS, brought 277 international galleries and 79,000 attendees to the Miami Beach Convention Center from Dec. 6-10. I covered the official and satellite highlights, ranging from artist collaborations to brand activations to exclusive, over-the-top parties.

Psychedelic Science 2023, the largest psychedelic conference on record, unfolded at the 2.2 million-square-foot Colorado Convention Center from June 19-23. Produced by Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (MAPS) in collaboration with Momentum Events, the five-day symposium attracted 12,300 attendees and 500 educators from 52 countries. Attendees could experience 400 panels and over 30 workshops focused on educating on the power and promise of psychedelics in cultural, medical, and traditional environments. Additionally, 250 exhibitors joined the mass meeting and expo.

The state of Florida has thousands of miles of coastline and hundreds of beaches, from the Atlantic on the east, the state's "panhandle" in the northwest, and the west coast, with its postcard-perfect sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. These are some of the most beautiful places in Florida, and each one is worth exploring. While it seems impossible to narrow the beach options to a "best of" list, we have some favorites to share.

Ready to combine your love of road trips with your passion for food? From a few days to a couple of weeks, you can tailor a foodie trail to your palate and time preference.

Cheese enthusiasts can chase fromage out West, while chicken wing connoisseurs can get their hands dirty in the Northeast. As pie lovers fork into a bevy of indulgent Midwest sweets, barbecue aficionados can drive toward their next finger-lickin' fix in the South.

ASPEN, COLO.—From June 15-18, the famed FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen celebrated its milestone 40th anniversary. Tickets for the 4,000 guests in attendance sold out in a record-breaking three hours. The four-day Icons & Innovators fete presented programming alongside 200 exhibitors and 80 culinary talents, including notable names like Andrew Zimmern, Bobby Flay, Carla Hall, Gregory Gourdet, Guy Fieri, Kristen Kish, Kwame Onwuachi, Maneet Chauhan, Marcus Samuelsson, and Stephanie Izard.

Unlike air travel, most vehicles provide plenty of room for your pooch. It also provides freedom and flexibility to plan and pivot as you see fit, along with increasingly appealing options when it comes to dog-friendly accommodations. Still on the fence? I've broken down everything you need to know, prepare and pack so you can bring your favorite tail-wagger along on your next exciting road trip.

To tip or not to tip? From “tipflation” (the increase in tipping percentage beyond previously established norms) to “guilt-tipping” (default tipping suggestions added into payment software impacting every consumer experience), the once-simple act of leaving a few appreciated, extra bucks, talk of tipping culture continues to gain traction in 2023. I spoke with nine event professionals to see whether they invite gratuity to the party.

For The Points Guy, I authored the ultimate guide for dog-friendly summer road trips. Find packing lists, car tips, treat stops, doggy dining options and more.

As the U.S. prepares for the legalization of psilocybin and other psychedelic drugs, event professionals are on its heels, eager to propel the psychedelic renaissance. I took a deep dive into the growing psychedelic event space for this piece. Take a look at why brand reps, doctors and filmmakers are joining the renaissance, as well as the major events to bookmark as we make space for "the Shroom Boom" in 2023.

Read about my personal self-care sabbatical through four U.S. states (Wyoming, Utah, Idaho and Oregon) in seven days. The wellness-driven road trip is meant to inspire readers interested in a refresh surrounding the new year.

For BizBash, I rounded up the best spring ski town retreats for corporate groups. The list spans popular destinations in the U.S. from Colorado to California to Washington state, as well as spotlighting options in Canada and one exciting, sunny ski resort in Austria.

For my 2023 coverage of the annual Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival, I took a deep dive into the importance of influencers and social media, which had a strong presence and impact on the festival's programming in its 22nd year.

Peruse the mouthwatering delicacies from this chic festival, along with exclusive tips on how to re-create them for a delicious new year bash.

Peruse the stunning production, culinary, and performance highlights from the record-breaking Miami fundraising gala, themed "Supernature," which took place Nov. 8 at InterContinental Miami.