On your next visit to this Asian nation, don’t forget to choose a favorite or two from the menu. Here are just a few: kimchi, samgyeopsal, jjajangmyeon, chimaek, gwanghwamunjip jjigae, tteokbokki, gopchang, samgyetang, bibimbap, gimbap, doenjang, gamjatang, haemul pajeon and sundae. That last one isn’t ice cream, but saugage stuffed with pig intestine, lungs and liver. Er...yummy?

This exciting gambling mecca and former Portuguese Colony is located on the Southeastern tip of Mainland China, 40 miles across the Pearl River from Hong Kong.

As the only Chinese city with legal gambling, Macau attracts annually millions of Asian, as well as European and American visitors. November and December average the mid-70s daytime and low 60s at night.

You and your family group spend only eight hours daily in your hotel (less in busy Disney, Universal and other local attractions), mostly just to sleep. There are many motels near WDW, available to the park by rental car, bus or shuttle in just a few minutes. Nightly rates vary from about $100, and probably highest from late November through New Year’s Day. Here are some to consider.

Courtyard by Marriott Vista Centre, 8501 Palm Pkwy., Lake Buena Vista FL 32830. A mile from WDW, Courtyard offers scheduled free shuttles. It has two pools, a spa and 24-7 video game room. Rooms are large enough to comfortably accommodate two or more guests.

Monumental Movieland Hotel, 12120 International Dr., Orlando FL 32819. Just across the street from Wet 'n Wild Water Park and minutes from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld. The motel is within short walking distance from several large malls, restaurants and shopping centers. Transportation include taxis, shuttles and the I-Ride Trolley.

The American Civil War began in the beautiful South Carolina city. The state had already seceded from the Union six months earlier, and then in April 1861, Rebel forces decided to capture Fort Sumter, which was manned by Union troops. The rest is history, but you can visit these days and make your own travel history.

Charleston was a beautiful Southern city then, and still is today. The same stately mansions stand as they did before the War Between the States. They and other sights you should see while roaming the city locals call Chucktown.

The city’s November weather averages are pleasant low 70s daytime and mid 50s at night. Stroll the picturesque waterfront, parks and beaches, and eat at least one restaurant that specializes in Southern cooking. Gilligan’s near the beach is a good choice, with a special dish called Lowcountry Boil, consisting of locally-caught shrimp and other seafood in a spicy sauce.