Joan Rattner Heilman

Joan Rattner Heilman, an inveterate traveler and seasoned journalist based in Mamaroneck, New York, is author of more than a dozen books. She specializes in 50-plus travel.

National Parks You’ve Never Heard Of

National Parks You’ve Never Heard Of

Joan Rattner Heilman | March 28, 2018

If you love exploring national parks but hate contending with the hordes of people you find at places such as…

Luxury Hotels With A Past
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Luxury Hotels With A Past

Joan Rattner Heilman | March 8, 2017

Stay in a Former Prison…a Gilded Train Station…Even a Grand Old Ocean Liner Some of the country’s most elegant hotels…

Fabulous Food Tours

Fabulous Food Tours

Joan Rattner Heilman | June 13, 2013

Taste your way through towns from Memphis to Maui Treat your taste buds to a guided tasting tour when you’re…

Visit the Stomping Grounds of Your Favorite Authors

Visit the Stomping Grounds of Your Favorite Authors

Joan Rattner Heilman | June 13, 2013

Affordable, too! You can learn more about the lives of your favorite authors -- and have a great time doing…

Treat Yourself to a Stay at One of These Grand Historic Hotels

Treat Yourself to a Stay at One of These Grand Historic Hotels

Joan Rattner Heilman | June 13, 2013

If you’re among the many travelers intrigued by America’s heritage, there’s nothing more fitting than staying at a grand old…

Four Fascinating Cemeteries to Visit (Before You Die)

Four Fascinating Cemeteries to Visit (Before You Die)

Joan Rattner Heilman | June 13, 2013

Some of America’s famous old cemeteries draw millions of visitors a year from all over the world. That’s because these…

America’s Greatest Bike Paths

America’s Greatest Bike Paths

Joan Rattner Heilman | June 13, 2013

Safe, Beautiful Trails from City to Countryside That Everyone Can Enjoy Millions of Americans now are cycling for transportation, exercise…

Touring the Town By Boat
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Touring the Town By Boat

Joan Rattner Heilman | June 13, 2013

Sightseeing trips in five American cities Planning a vacation? For a relaxing sightseeing trip in a big city, try touring…

Luxury Hotels with a Past

Luxury Hotels with a Past

Joan Rattner Heilman | November 26, 2012

Stay in a Former Prison…a Gilded Train Station…Even a Grand Old Ocean Liner Some of the country’s most elegant hotels…

If You Have Receding Gums…
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If You Have Receding Gums…

Joan Rattner Heilman | September 13, 2012

Q. Are there any treatments for receding gums besides surgery? A. No, but receding gums (gingival recession) do not necessarily…

Great Bird-Watching Vacations Right Here in the US

Great Bird-Watching Vacations Right Here in the US

Joan Rattner Heilman | August 24, 2012

If your passion is bird-watching, you’ve got a lot of company. "Birding" is the fastest-growing outdoor activity in America, according…

Marvelous New Sights in Grand Old Cities

Marvelous New Sights in Grand Old Cities

Joan Rattner Heilman | August 10, 2012

Maybe you think that you’ve experienced all the great sightseeing destinations in the country’s major cities. But, in fact, there…

Exotic Adventures for Grown-Ups

Exotic Adventures for Grown-Ups

Joan Rattner Heilman | August 10, 2012

  Are you game for an exotic adventure in an unexpected locale -- but a little concerned that you wouldn’t…

Cruising the World Your Way

Cruising the World Your Way

Joan Rattner Heilman | August 9, 2012

Freighters, tall ships, tiny ships For most people, "taking a cruise" evokes images of a huge ocean liner with hundreds…

Take the Vacation of Your Dreams for Very Little Money
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Take the Vacation of Your Dreams for Very Little Money

Joan Rattner Heilman | August 9, 2012

Get more for your money on vacation by skipping pricey hotels. Instead, try an alternative form of lodging, one that’s…