Who knew Christmas in July would become such a festive season, nudging everyone to think about the holidays while it's still sweltering outside. I'd like to add to the holiday spirit and share the experience I had with AmaWaterways last November/December. AmaWaterways is part of...
Read MoreThe Italian island of Sicily is an extraordinary fusion of cultures and customs. Interest in Sicily as a travel destination, and specifically the charming hilltop town of Taormina, has spiked dramatically since HBO's The White Lotus selected this long sought-after vacation destination known as the...
Read MoreThe resurgence of travel demand that erupted in 2022 has continued with vigor in 2023 and shows no signs of softening, despite rising prices. Target destinations have expanded to every continent and the prototypical bucket list African safari is back on the radar of many...
Read MoreParis is a city like no other. It's a city filled with culture, history, and beauty. It has been written about, filmed and photographed countless times. Although it seems like we all know Paris even before we see it, nothing compares to actually being there....
Read MoreEncompassing 244,000 acres of otherworldly landscapes, Badlands National Park is located in southwestern South Dakota, just southeast of the Black Hills. Not exactly overrun with crowds or tourist attractions, the Badlands is off the beaten path and perhaps represents desolation in its purest form, where...
Read MoreCalifornia Wine Country has always been one of my favorite destinations. My husband and I have visited the area many times over the years. We love re-connecting with some of our beloved wineries and restaurants, and we always seem to find something new and exciting...
Read MoreIt has been a very busy summer travel season and I'm guessing everyone has heard of at least one, maybe two, horror stories about the airlines or cruises or crowded destinations. Well, I'm here to let you know that there are many good stories out...
Read MoreRiver cruising had experienced a dramatic surge in popularity prior to 2020, but then the Covid pandemic dealt a major setback to the entire industry. However, based on the enthusiasm for travel we have observed, relaxed travel restrictions and diminishing anxieties related to Covid, river...
Read MoreAfter being forced to cancel long-anticipated cruises in both 2020 and 2021 due to Covid, we were so looking forward to a sailing adventure with dear friends this year, and our 10-day western Mediterranean cruise aboard Seabourn's flagship smaller-sized, ultra-luxury cruise liner, Sojourn, did not...
Read MoreIt's great to see people traveling abroad again! Considering the havoc Covid has wrecked on the travel industry and with pandemic-related stories still making headlines in the news, perhaps it is not for the faint of heart, but we are seeing more and more brave...
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