Journalist Jeff Glor is the anchor of the “CBS Evening News” — a spot once occupied by the iconic Walter Cronkite.

He has traveled the world for his job, interviewing President Emmanuel Macron in France, President Donald Trump in Scotland and covering the U.S. military in Iraq. But his most memorable destination stands out for personal reasons: He was married in Mexico.

A former New Yorker, Glor and his family reside in Connecticut.

“We moved there from Manhattan almost two years ago,” says Glor, 43. “Part of me will always miss living in New York City, but nothing beats having a yard, a pool and a grill.”

An edited version of our conversation follows.

Q: What was your experience being embedded with the U.S. military?

A: I was embedded with U.S. soldiers in Iraq. The most interesting experience was riding along as they searched for IEDs outside of Baghdad. You quickly get even more appreciation for the risks our troops expose themselves to every day.

Q: You were in Singapore to cover the North Korea summit. I’m guessing you didn’t have time to go sightseeing.

A: (Singapore is) great, but I didn’t even get a chance to try the iconic Sling. The team was reporting for both morning and evening shows and doing special reports in prime time. The 12-hour time difference was challenging — never got a regular night of sleep for about five days. It was mostly cramming in 30-minute naps here and there. What I did see of the city, however, was beautiful. And everything you’ve heard about how great the hospitality is in Singapore is 100 percent true.

Q: What is your favorite vacation destination?

A: Mexico is still a favorite. It’s where I got married, and we return every year with the kids. My wife’s family has a place just outside of Tulum. As difficult as unplugging can be, it’s much easier there. I take my phones with me, but mostly just so people can reach me in case of big breaking news or an emergency back home. I often measure these vacations by how many books I can read.

Q: What was the first trip you took as a child?

A: The first time I got on a plane was to Florida for a family Disney trip. I loved it. But I was very impatient and kept trying to drag my mother and father and brothers to as many rides as possible. I’m taking the kids for the first time this fall!

Q: Where have you traveled to that most reminded you of home?

A: My wife and I were just in Germany for a few days. Parts of the landscape and scenery there reminded me a great deal of western New York.

Q: Where would you like to go that you have never been to before?

A: For work, North Korea, without minders. North Korea remains beyond mysterious and fascinating; however unlikely, a chance to visit without interference would be a big personal and professional accomplishment. For fun, the Maldives.

Q: What would be your dream trip?

A: A safari in Africa, I suppose. There has to be a reason why everyone who goes says you must do it.

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