I grew up in New York, and I hate to say it, I can't bear going back. The deterioration really upsets me, seeing places I grew up in reduced to filth and chaos. I still have strong emotional ties to the city, but not strong enough to suspend good sense.

Completely random - I found myself in Milwaukee for a conference, an unexpected surprise. Clean, vibrant, with that very unique early 1900s architecture. I might not visit in January....but in September, it was fabulous.

Stayed at The Trade, Marriott Autograph. Super slick.....